Big guns on target as Port power past injury-hit Suns
Port Adelaide have recorded the AFLW's highest ever score, with star talls Matilda Scholz and Gemma Houghton firing in a 68-point thumping of Gold Coast.
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Hawk skipper not thrilled by low-scoring win over Dogs
Hawthorn defender Jenna Richardson has taken a clutch late mark to ensure the Hawks walked away with a four-point win over the Western Bulldogs.
Garner hurt in Roos’ record-breaking win over Dockers
North Melbourne set multiple AFLW records in their belting of Fremantle, but lost star midfielder Jasmine Garner to an ankle injury in the process.
Key Blues fire in AFLW upset of Lions
Abbie McKay and Tara Bohanna delivered as Carlton steamrolled Brisbane in the second quarter to set up a surprise AFLW win on the road.
Worry turned to hope as Fyfe eyes final hurrah for Freo
Fremantle veteran Nat Fyfe is now only a bit-time player who features mostly as a supersub, but he shapes as one of the big stories of the AFL finals series.
Blues coach adamant on response to Curnow trade offers
Michael Voss wants Charlie Curnow to see out his long-term contract with Carlton despite the key forward indicating his desire for a fresh start elsewhere.
From ‘walking laps with a broken fib’ to finals: Rioli
Daniel Rioli has detailed his push to return from a broken leg to act as Gold Coast's undisputed finals expert in the club's maiden September campaign.
Headbutting walls, honesty part of Cat’s unique appeal
Geelong boom recruit Bailey Smith's raw insight about his previous mental health struggles came as no surprise to his new Cats teammate Tom Stewart.
Hawks’ hopes grow of big recall for Giants final
Hawthorn captain James Sicily has spoken of how confident he is about Josh Weddle's return and the "dial-up internet" when his own confidence was down.
America’s Cup comeback inspiring Freo’s AFL flag push
Just like Australia's triumph in the America's Cup in 1983, Fremantle are aiming to buck the odds and win this year's AFL flag.
Third time lucky: Suns open up as history beckons
Suns captain Noah Anderson has revealed how his team is handling the pressure of a must-win game to cement a maiden AFL finals berth.
Magpies confirm injury blow as Hawks hail good news
While Hawthorn's finals campaign has received a timely boost, Collingwood have confirmed the season could be over for one of their most important players.
Indigenous Round a crucial part of AFLW: players
Indigenous Round should just be the first step in supporting more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to reach the AFLW, says Kirby Bentley.
Young star rejects rivals, signs fresh deal with Eagles
In-demand midfielder Harley Reid has rejected overtures from Victorian clubs and signed a two-year contract extension to remain at West Coast.
Banned star features in All-Australian squad
The All-Australian squad has some notable names missing, while a recent controversy means a star will be in the spotlight when the final team is named.
‘Toughest decision’ – De Koning informs Carlton of call
Tom De Koning, the most talked-about free agent in the AFL, has described telling Carlton he is leaving as the "toughest decision" of his life.
‘Take the burden’: ex-AFL player reveals he is bisexual
Mitch Brown, the first AFL player to publicly identify as bisexual, has spoken about the fear of having his sexuality discovered while he was playing.
Dockers coach backs game style for AFL finals
Fremantle expect their contested game will hold them in good stead in September as they gear up for their first AFL finals campaign in three years.
Fit-again Cat Martin eyes rare finals run
After playing just two finals in 11 AFL seasons, former prodigy Jack Martin has his sights set on a September run with his new club Geelong.
‘Take the burden’: ex-AFL player reveals he is bisexual
Mitch Brown, the first AFL player to publicly identify as bisexual, has spoken about the fear of having his sexuality discovered while he was playing.
Suns thrash Bombers to lock in historic finals berth
Gold Coast have notched their biggest-ever AFL win, thumping Essendon to secure the club's first finals campaign since their 2011 admission.
Wounded Bombers brace after ‘unprecedented’ season
Essendon coach Brad Scott has flagged bulk list changes after the Bombers' season ended with more injuries and a historic Gold Coast loss.
‘Always improvement’: coach reflects on Brown comments
Former West Coast player Mitch Brown is being lauded for revealing his bisexuality in what is being described as a landmark moment for the AFL.
Freo coach happy to Reid rave reviews about young star
Fremantle young gun Murphy Reid has enjoyed a stunning debut season but faces stiff competition for the AFL Rising Star award from Dan Curtin and Levi Ashcroft.
Contract negotiations have broken down: Oscar Allen
West Coast appear all but certain to lose Oscar Allen to Brisbane, but coach Andrew McQualter has declared that Liam Ryan will be staying.
Lions great lifts lid on Zorko’s sliding doors moment
Lions star Dayne Zorko will join Marcus Ashcroft as one of just five men to play 300 games for the merged club, and arguably has him to thank for it.
Port Adelaide coach misses his last training session
Ken Hinkley is ill and has missed his last training session as Port coach, but there's no danger he will miss his farewell game.
AFL has ‘work to do’ after homophobic slur saga
AFL boss Andrew Dillon says education is key to creating a safer environment after Crow Izak Rankine became the latest player banned over a homophobic slur.
Bulldogs decide against risking injury-prone midfielder
Western Bulldogs star Adam Treloar has been left out for the club's must-win clash with Fremantle, despite coming off a prolific VFL performance.
Carlton hold off old rivals to end tough year in style
Carlton have recorded back-to-back wins to finish off a difficult 2025, accounting for rivals Essendon by 34 points at the MCG.
‘He’s not the victim’: Crows coach on banned star
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says star player Izak Rankine isn't the victim after being suspended for four games by the AFL for a homophobic slur.