Houston deal done, Eagles defend trading No.3 pick
The first two big deals of the AFL trade period have been confirmed, with Carlton securing the No.3 pick before Dan Houston completed his move to Collingwood.
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Pause put on three-way AFL trade featuring Houston
The first big deal of the AFL trade period was stopped on Monday night, with Port Adelaide defender Dan Houston still in limbo as Wednesday's deadline looms.
Gold Coast’s McLaughlin banned for one game in AFLW
Niamh McLaughlin faces a one-game suspension after she was charged with rough conduct for her dangerous tackle on Brisbane forward Sophie Conway.
Weitering signs extension to stay in AFL’s Blue heaven
All-Australian defender Jacob Weitering has shown his determination to be a one-club player by signing a long-term contract extension with Carlton.
Three-way AFL trade will send Houston to Magpies
Port Adelaide defender Dan Houston will go to Collingwood as one of the AFL trade period's many unresolved deals is finally on the verge of being resolved.
Bombers, Demons could further muddy AFL trade waters
It has emerged that Melbourne could snare Essendon's No.9 draft pick as the Bombers try to ensure they recruit top academy prospect Isaac Koko.
Garner stars with three goals as Roos crush Swans
North Melbourne have reclaimed top spot on the AFLW ladder with a 60-point win over Sydney, but Irish defender Erika O'Shea suffered a painful ankle injury.
Lions hold off spirited Suns for seventh straight win
Reigning premiers Brisbane had a rare goal-less AFLW quarter, but kicked one in the final term to hold off a spirited challenge from winless Gold Coast.
Free-scoring Hawks dent Eagles’ AFLW finals hopes
The Hawks are perched on top of the AFLW ladder after they belted West Coast by 66 points, putting a big dent in the Eagles' finals hopes.
Hawks, Blues shake up AFL trade period with picks swap
Hawthorn have sent their No.14 draft pick to Carlton in a deal that has significant implications for the AFL trade period, with several players in limbo.
Bombers says Stringer yet to request AFL trade to GWS
Essendon say their veteran forward Jake Stringer has not yet told them he wants a trade to GWS, who are keen to recruit him.
Racism saga: Hawks allege player dropped due to drugs
Hawthorn's defence to allegations of racism from three former AFL players includes a claim one player was dropped from a final because of recent drug use.
Swans lose All-Australian midfielder to hand injury
Sydney midfielder Laura Gardiner has been sidelined indefinitely after suffering a hand injury in their round-six loss to Geelong, while Montana Ham is a test.
Dockers step up pursuit of Bolton, all eyes on Stringer
Fremantle's bid to secure contracted Richmond gun Shai Bolton is heating up while Essendon forward Jake Stringer could be off to GWS.
Ex-Magpie football boss Wright to be Carlton’s next CEO
AFL powerhouses Carlton have announced former Collingwood football boss Graham Wright as their next chief executive officer, in a massive coup.
Tigers given round-two AFL pick as Graham joins Eagles
The player exodus from Richmond is underway, with the Tigers to receive a second-round AFL draft pick as compensation for losing Jack Graham to West Coast.
Pies, Blues sharpen focus on trade for Port’s Houston
Alex Neal-Bullen and Jack Darling are the first players on the move as the AFL trade period starts, with plenty of focus on Dan Houston and Bailey Smith.
Six moves to watch during the AFL trade period
The most significant moves to keep an eye on during this year's AFL trade period, which opens on Monday and runs to October 16.
St Kilda sign Max King until 2032 in big show of faith
Star St Kilda forward Max King says he's keen to repay the club's show of faith in him after re-signing until 2032.
Injury-hit Hawks claim brave AFLW victory over Dockers
Hawthorn are third on the ladder and on track to make the AFLW finals for the first time after posting a brave nine-point win over Fremantle.
Luongo, Metcalfe ruled out of World Cup qualifiers
The Socceroos have been dealt a double blow ahead of World Cup qualifiers against China and Japan, with Massimo Luongo and Connor Metcalfe cut down by injury.
Cats hold off Swans to keep AFLW finals hopes alive
Geelong have survived a fourth-quarter AFLW challenge by Sydney to win by three points and keep their post-season aspirations alive.
Bombers soar into top eight with win over Suns
Essendon have surged into seventh spot on the ladder after posting their third straight victory, a nine-point win over Gold Coast.
Lions roar to smashing 55-point AFLW win over Carlton
Defending AFLW premiers Brisbane Lions have set a record of scoring at least one goal in 22 successive quarters on their way to thrashing Carlton by 55 points.
Port overcome Ella Roberts magic to eclipse Eagles
Port Adelaide forward Gemma Houghton has kicked two goals and set up another to lead her team to a come-from-behind AFLW victory against West Coast.
Gawn, Goodwin urge deflated Demons to love AFL grind
After a tough season when Melbourne dropped out of the eight, captain Max Gawn and coach Simon Goodwin have urged the Demons to reset and have a better mindset.
AFLW flag favourites thrash Dogs, extend unbeaten start
AFLW ladder leaders North Melbourne have extended their best start to a season with a convincing 55-point home win over the goalless Western Bulldogs.
Crows edge Saints by just four points in AFLW thriller
Adelaide have improved their record to 5-1 and moved to third on the ladder after beating St Kilda by four points in a close AFLW duel.
Nick Daicos, Heeney win best-and-fairest gongs
Nick Daicos and Isaac Heeney, both touted as Brownlow Medal contenders this AFL season, have won their respective club best-and-fairest awards.
Green calls for unity at Demons amid AFL struggles
New Melbourne president Brad Green says the Demons are within touching distance of returning to their best, but has called for unity at the struggling AFL club.
Forward-thinking Dew takes on full-time role with Lions
Brisbane's premiership defence has received an early boost after Stuart Dew accepted a full-time coaching role at the Lions.