Hawks gun backs Merrett’s right to push for AFL trade
Hawthorn's Tom Barrass has backed Essendon star Zach Merrett's right to push for a move in the AFL trade period, urging the industry to embrace player movement.
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Daicos addresses trade rumours, Pies controversy
Contracted superstar Nick Daicos has sent out a special message to Collingwood fans in response to rumours implicating him in the AFL trade period.
Bulldogs put battling Bombers to the sword in AFLW
Battling Essendon have slumped to their sixth consecutive AFLW defeat, suffering a 57-point loss to the Western Bulldogs.
Kangaroos consider making play for ‘shattered’ Giant
Leek Aleer is "shattered" with having his planned trade to St Kilda aborted by the Saints, but several clubs are considering making a play for the GWS defender.
Blues shut down Geelong’s trade advance for superstar
Carlton have no intention of entertaining Geelong's offer of three first-round draft picks for contracted star forward Charlie Curnow.
Curnow attracts monster draft picks offer from Cats
As Jamarra Ugle-Hagan had a medical on Thursday, Geelong made it clear they are willing to go big as they try to lure Charlie Curnow from Carlton.
Kangaroos dynasty beckons as AFLW faces new top order
AFLW boss Emma Moore says undefeated North Melbourne aren't being viewed as a red flag in a lop-sided league, believing the competition's top-order is changing.
McRae wants changes to Brownlow, Collingwood voting
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has explained his eyeybrow-raising comments about star player Nick Daicos at the club's best-and-fairest night.
AFLW star calls for ‘punching down’ celebrations to end
Carlton's AFLW pioneer Darcy Vescio has called for players to stop "punching down" when dressing up for Mad Monday celebrations.
Cats fined for third-party deals after AFL audit
Geelong have been fined $77,500, with $40,000 of the penalty suspended, after a five-year AFL audit into their third-party deals.
Stadium pitch ramped up as do-or-die vote nears
A state faces "severe reputational damage" if a proposed $1.1 billion stadium isn't built as part of a deal for AFL and AFLW teams.
Flanders deal could help Suns secure Petracca
Collingwood coach Craig McRae says Clayton Oliver is proving hard to contact, while Sam Flanders and Oscar Allen are on the move.
Bombers didn’t offer more cash to unhappy captain
Essendon are maintaining their hardline stance on Zach Merrett and insist they didn't attempt to sweeten their captain's current contract.
Magpies confident Hill can return to dazzling best
Collingwood are confident gun forward Bobby Hill can put a challenging 2025 AFL season behind him and return to form next season.
Suns firm on Humphrey amid Petracca, Ugle-Hagan pursuit
Gold Coast are adamant Bailey Humphrey is going nowhere during the AFL trade period as they chase Christian Petracca and weigh a move for Jamarra Ugle-Hagan.
‘Money to splash’: Saints on march eye more trade moves
St Kilda aren't done spending in the AFL trade period while Carlton spearhead Charlie Curnow and Essendon captain Zach Merrett face battles to find new homes.
Lions favourite calls time after AFL premiership
Brisbane Lions flag hero Oscar McInerney famously missed out on the 2024 premiership but took his chance this year and has now hung up his boots.
Top AFL trade hopefuls boast formidable resumes
Some top AFL players, including club captains and premiership stars, are likely to be on the move in this month's trade period.
Conti inspires Tigers to end AFLW drought in shock win
Richmond's dismal losing streak is over, with midfielder Monique Conti playing a starring role in a shock win over competition heavyweights Adelaide.
Lions romp to AFLW derby win in coach’s 100th game
The Brisbane Lions have made light work of local rivals Gold Coast, winning by 68 points to celebrate coach Craig Starcevich's 100th game at the helm.
Magpies star makes trade call as Lions land Draper
Collingwood premiership forward Brody Mihocek will join Melbourne as an unrestricted free agent after turning down offers to stay at the Magpies.
Indigenous footy legends lace up for New York marathon
NRL legend Johnathan Thurston and AFL superstar Lance "Buddy" Franklin will make their marathon debuts, with their eyes set on the world's most famous footrace.
Betting spike in footy finals driven by casual punts
Australians are more likely to punt during major sports events but while small wagers are linked to casual gambling, there are concerns about long-term impacts.
Petracca wants time in the Sun as Saint makes big call
Melbourne star Christian Petracca has selected his preferred club, while Jack Steele has stepped down as St Kilda captain on day one of the free agency period.
Merrett wins best and fairest, but Bombers exit looms
Essendon captain Zach Merrett is keen to leave for Hawthorn and has all but farewelled the Bombers after winning a sixth best and fairest award.
Demon exodus: star mid told to explore trade options
Clayton Oliver is the latest big name set to leave Melbourne, but new coach Steven King is upbeat Christian Petracca will remain at the AFL club.
Suns miss out after Jamie Elliott sticks with Magpies
Jamie Elliott has turned down a longer and more lucrative deal at Gold Coast to re-sign with Collingwood until the end of 2027.
We’re sorry: Cats set to ditch Mad Monday shenanigans
Geelong have apologised for any offence caused by their off-the-mark Mad Monday celebrations, declaring future events won't continue in their current format.
Centre bounce, substitute gone in AFL rules shake-up
The centre bounce and substitute have been scrapped in a shake-up of AFL rules, as league officials flag more changes ahead of the 2026 season.
Dew joins flag teammate on revamped Power coach panel
Former Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew will return to Port Adelaide as a senior assistant to first-year coach and 2004 premiership teammate Josh Carr.
AFL confirms struggling club’s assistance package
The AFL has settled on an assistance package to help battling West Coast's bid to become a competitive team again.