‘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.
Australian rules football
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Port Adelaide forward quits as new coach swings axe
Forward Willie Rioli has quit the AFL as Port Adelaide's new coach Josh Carr delisted five players at Alberton.
Dockers gun learns match review fate before finals
Fremantle midfield star Caleb Serong has learned his fate from the match review officer regarding his collision with young Western Bulldog Jordan Croft.
Lions’ finals boost as Fagan backs fearless ‘goldfish’
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has become enamoured by the way Darcy Wilmot, still just 21, attacks the game.
Crows-Pies grudge match to open AFL finals series
Adelaide and Collingwood will do battle in a qualifying final, less than three weeks after the furore surrounding Izak Rankine's homophobic slur.
In-form Carlton forward in talks over new contract
His AFL career was at a crossroads six weeks ago but Carlton forward Francis Evans' stunning late-season surge could earn him another contract.
Why Mitchell’s still smiling after Gabba near-miss
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell won't dwell on the missed opportunity in Brisbane as the Hawks instead ponder a potential charge from eighth to win the flag.
Fagan lauds ‘best ever’ campaign as Lions lock in third
Brisbane have overcome more inaccurate Gabba kicking to beat Hawthorn by 10 points in their fight to seal an AFL top-four finish.
Bulldogs not expecting AFL finals favour
The Western Bulldogs need Essendon to upset Gold Coast in the last game of the home-and-away season but aren't expecting the result to fall their way.
Eagles confirm star free agent’s plans on future
West Coast co-captain Oscar Allen's future has been under a cloud all season ahead of free agency and now he has made a call.
Dockers hit AFL finals full of belief as flat Dogs fall
Fremantle are full of confidence heading into the AFL finals after securing their spot with a crucial away win over the Western Bulldogs in the last round.
Garner reaches new heights as Kangaroos smash Power
Jasmine Garner has shone brightest as North Melbourne's stars ran riot in a 72-point thumping of Port Adelaide to extend their AFLW unbeaten streak.
McDonagh the hero as Hawks survive Blues scare
Fired by a late goal from Aine McDonagh, Hawthorn have survived a late scare to pip Carlton in a low-scoring arm wrestle.
Crows’ climb an AFL rebuild beacon for Kangaroos
North Melbourne have finished in the AFL's bottom three for six consecutive years but are hopeful of climbing up the ladder next season.
Healthy Geelong roll into another finals series
Geelong have cruised past rebuilding Richmond for the second time in eight weeks, triumphing by 39 points to lock up a top-two finish ahead of the finals.
Molloy magic: AFLW star produces record-equalling haul
Sydney star Chloe Molloy has equalled a goalkicking AFLW record to help fire the Swans to a monster 82-point win over Gold Coast.
Crows secure AFL minor premiership after Rankine furore
Adelaide have claimed their first minor premiership in eight years despite the Izak Rankine homophobic slur furore threatening to derail their flag bid.
‘A final in itself’: Season at stake for Dogs, Dockers
Despite having 14 wins apiece, the Western Bulldogs and Fremantle appear to be playing for a top-eight berth when they clash on Sunday at Marvel Stadium.
‘Where we want to be’: Lions ready for premiership test
Brisbane and Hawthorn meet in a high-stakes clash at the Gabba, with a top-four spot the prize for the winner as both eye a shot at the AFL premiership.
‘Learn how to win’: Gawn outlines Dees’ summer focus
Melbourne captain Max Gawn says the simple fact facing his team over the off-season is that they need to learn how to win again after a dismal 2025 campaign.
‘How can I walk away from Port?’: Hinkley’s lament
Port Adelaide greats Ken Hinkley and Travis Boak are pondering their futures after farewelling their beloved AFL club.
‘Made of something special’: Hardwick hails his Suns
Coach Damien Hardwick believes Gold Coast deserve to reach the finals, but says nothing is given ahead of their looming do-or-die clash.
Gold Coast’s finals chances in limbo after shock loss
Port Adelaide have upset Gold Coast by four points to leave the Suns' hopes of a maiden finals appearance hanging in the balance.