King’s strong Suns trial, firms for opening blockbuster
Ben King was a standout in Gold Coast's internal practice match, dismissing any concern of knee soreness that had him in some doubt for the AFL's first round.
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Unfinished business as usual for stable, hungry Lions
Darcy Gardiner played as a forward and draftee Logan Morris impressed in an internal Brisbane trial which also featured an encouraging Will Ashcroft appearance.
‘My career won’t be complete’: Ward bent on GWS flag
In his 17 years in the AFL system, Callan Ward has been a captain and a best-and-fairest winner but says he feels unfulfilled without a premiership.
Draper set to make return to full training for Bombers
Essendon ruckman Sam Draper is due to make his long-awaited return to main training after groin surgery, though he is no guarantee to feature in round one.
Fagan praises ‘vulnerable’ Lions in GF post-mortem
Coach Chris Fagan is proud of how his Brisbane Lions handled a "vulnerable" review of last year's heartbreaking AFL grand final loss to Collingwood.
I’m grateful for being booed: Port’s Horne-Francis
Port Adelaide's Jason Horne-Francis says being jeered by opposition fans has fast-tracked his AFL development.
Brisbane Lions slapped with AFLW concussion breach
The Brisbane Lions have been fined $20,000 after committing a non-deliberate breach of the AFLW's concussion rules during last season's grand final.
Magpies, Tigers lock in first AFL Charity Shield clash
Two of the AFL's biggest clubs are set to face off for the Charity Shield, with the proceeds of the game going to Foodbank.
Mills always to skipper Swans despite Mad Monday: coach
Callum Mills has been appointed Sydney's sole captain despite a Mad Monday injury that left the 26-year-old to question whether he'd be kept on as a leader.
Star Tigers forward Lynch ruled out of AFL opener
Richmond's Tom Lynch will miss the AFL opener but is targeting his first game in almost a year when the Tigers meet Carlton in their early season blockbuster.
Magpies boss defends Murphy’s return from concussion
Collingwood chief executive Craig Kelly has hit out at critics of the decision to allow concussion-prone defender Nathan Murphy to continue playing in the AFL.
Hawthorn appoint Daniel Webster as new AFLW coach
Hawthorn's new AFLW coach Daniel Webster says he is honoured and humbled to be given the role and feels privileged to be part of the "brown and gold family".
Tasmanian AFL club to unveil nickname, jumper in March
The wait is almost over to learn what name the new Tasmanian AFL club will go by, with that and the 19th team's jumper to be revealed in March.
LeBron inspires AFL star Dayne Zorko to keep pushing on
Former Brisbane Lions skipper Dayne Zorko says the lure of premiership success is what continues to drive him as he approaches his 35th birthday.
Oliver returns to training with Melbourne teammates
Midfielder Clayton Oliver has rejoined his Melbourne teammates as they prepare for the new season, after taking extended time off to deal with personal issues.
Essendon buoyed by Draper return as Goldstein shines
Essendon vice-captain Andrew McGrath says ageing recruit Todd Goldstein has had in instant impact as ruckman Sam Draper eyes a return to full training.
North Melbourne’s Thomas under AFL investigation
Tarryn Thomas's career again appears in the balance with the North Melbourne utility to face the AFL Integrity Unit regarding domestic violence allegations.
Demon Oliver takes extended leave amid personal issues
Melbourne gun Clayton Oliver has been placed on extended leave and has not returned to AFL pre-season training with his teammates.
Oliver leaves Dees’ camp to deal with medical issues
Melbourne star midfielder Clayton Oliver has left the AFL club's pre-season training camp early, with the support of teammates and staff.
Pies’ Murphy to continue AFL career after head knock
The AFL's expert concussion panel has cleared Collingwood premiership defender Nathan Murphy to return to the field in 2024.
Bulldogs pick forward Weston-Turner first in AFLW draft
Wooden spooners Western Bulldogs, who remain without a coach, have selected three players among the first six picks of the AFLW draft.
Lamb leaves Bulldogs in mammoth 11-club AFLW trade
AFLW clubs have pulled off an 11-way swap on the last trading day, with Port Adelaide securing the signature of All-Australian midfielder Kirsty Lamb.
AFL keen to tighten rule on smothers after Maynard case
The AFL wants club feedback on a number of proposed rule changes, including a tightening of what is allowed when a player tries to smother an opponent's kick.
Hodder commits as Lions retain AFLW championship core
Courtney Hodder headlines a trio of fresh signings for AFLW premiers Brisbane, who will defend their title with an unfamiliar stability in their roster.
Magpie star Maynard supports AFL’s smother rule change
Collingwood star Brayden Maynard is supportive of the AFL's crackdown on smothers that was only prompted by his own controversial September tribunal case.
Demon Oliver charged with driving on suspended licence
Melbourne AFL star Clayton Oliver will face court next month after he was charged with driving while his licence was suspended.
Hardwick ‘wins over’ Lukosius with big game mindset
Jack Lukosius will play forward for Damien Hardwick in a Gold Coast team he admits failed to deliver on expectations last season.
Howarth inks two-year deal with forward-thinking Pies
Gold Coast AFLW star Kalinda Howarth has signed a two-year deal with Collingwood, leaving room for young Brisbane midfielder Ella Smith to join the Suns.
Bulldogs star Bailey Smith to miss 2024 AFL season
The Western Bulldogs' midfield depth will be tested in 2024 after young star Bailey Smith sustained a serious knee injury, which will sideline him for a year.
Membrey, King set to rekindle Saints partnership
Tim Membrey and Max King rarely played together for St Kilda last season but are on track to resume their dangerous attacking partnership in 2024.
AFL rivals Magpies, Tigers to open pre-season series
Collingwood will get their AFL premiership defence under way when they open the pre-season series with a match against rivals Richmond at Ikon Park.