Saints, Giants reap first-round AFL compensation picks
St Kilda's blow of losing Josh Battle to Hawthorn via free agency has been offset by the news they will receive pick No.8 as compensation.
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Demons confirm Oliver staying after rampant AFL talk
Melbourne have shut down AFL trade speculation over Clayton Oliver, with president Brad Green confirming the disgruntled midfielder is staying at the club.
Buddy blueprint behind Lions’ post-Daniher plans
There is a Lance Franklin precedent that offers Brisbane Lions plenty of optimism in their post-Joe Daniher era.
Demons beat Giants to keep AFLW finals hopes alive
Melbourne have beaten a wasteful Greater Western Sydney by 16 points, snapping a four-game losing run to keep their slim AFLW finals hopes alive.
Giants utility James Peatling to leave for Crows
Greater Western Sydney utility James Peatling has turned down an offer from the Giants to formally request an AFL trade to Adelaide.
Eagles won’t put too much pressure on fit-again Roux
West Coast are on track to play finals after a 4-2 start to the AFLW season, and the return from injury of Roxy Roux could play a crucial role in their quest.
Daniher’s 12-month retirement pause to win flag
Joe Daniher would have retired if the Brisbane Lions had won last year's AFL grand final, but he hung around another year before completing his incredible exit.
Veteran Lions AFL assistant to take new Crows role
Murray Davis, who coached Brisbane's potent AFL premiership attack, will head to Adelaide in the newly created coaching director role.
Swans not focused on Longmire contract after GF loss
John Longmire is under the spotlight after their AFL grand-final loss, but Sydney chief Tom Harley says the Swans are not focused on the coach's contract.
Hawks shake off Suns, move to second spot on AFLW log
Hawthorn have defied a blustery breeze and a valiant challenge from Gold Coast to continue their impressive AFLW charge in 2024.
Lions’ Lachie Neale avoids foot surgery after AFL flag
Brisbane co-captain Lachie Neale has torn the plantar fascia in his left foot but won't need to undergo surgery, in a positive result ahead of next season.
Lions coach wants more clarity on AFLW smart ball use
The fallout from the AFLW's smart ball error continues, with Brisbane coach Craig Starcevich demanding clarity from the league on its score assist process.
Swans veteran Parker requests trade to North Melbourne
Sydney veteran Luke Parker wants an AFL trade to the Kangaroos after months of speculation surrounding his playing future.
Departing Richmond quartet cop swipe from president
A quartet of Richmond premiership players exiting the club have copped a thinly veiled swipe from the Tigers' president at the best and fairest award.
Perryman to leave GWS and join Collingwood in AFL trade
Defender Harry Perryman is set to join Collingwood as an unrestricted free agent in the AFL trade period after shunning an offer to remain at GWS.
Brisbane believe Daniher leaning towards AFL retirement
Brisbane's general manager of football Danny Daly has confirmed premiership forward Joe Daniher is considering AFL retirement.
Flag the end goal as McQualter takes over at Eagles
The Andrew McQualter era has offically begun at West Coast and the rookie coach has his eyes set on leading the team back up the ladder.
Tiger stars intent on following McQualter to West Coast
Andrew McQualter has been appointed as West Coast's AFL coach with the 38-year-old to take over from Adam Simpson, who departed mid-season.
Hamstrung Roos AFLW skipper Kearney out for six weeks
North Melbourne captain Emma Kearney will miss six weeks with a high-grade hamstring injury in a huge blow to the Kangaroos' AFLW premiership hopes.
Swans must put some stars on trade table: Paul Roos
Sydney's 2005 premiership coach Paul Roos says the Swans must put some star players on the trade table in a bid to change their narrative as grand final losers.
Triumphant Lions mark Mad Monday in style
The 2024 AFL premiership-winning side have donned a series of wacky outfits and hit Brisbane pubs as they continue their post-victory celebrations.
No Payne no glory: Big Lion’s hurt pays off
Brisbane Lions defender Jack Payne has endured his fair share of injury heartbreak but he put it all behind him with a breakthrough AFL premiership.
AFL admits smart ball error in Suns’ loss to Pies
The AFL has hit its first speed bump with the newly developed score assist system, admitting the technology incorrectly overturned a crucial goal in the AFLW.
Lions premiership hero Daniher contemplating retirement
Even Joe Daniher's father Anthony insists he is in the dark about the Brisbane Lions premiership star's potential retirement plans.
Resilient Lions dare to dream of back-to-back AFL flags
Newly-crowned AFL premiers Brisbane believe they can go back-to-back after their tough journey to the summit in 2024.
AFL grand final with no Victorian teams a ratings hit
The AFL grand final between non-Victorian teams Brisbane and Sydney was the most-watched decider for three years but didn't hit the Matildas' high ratings mark.
Fagan beams, credits lessons learned for flag triumph
The Lions were greeted by thousands of joyful fans on their return to Brighton Homes Arena, where they sung the team song with their victorious AFLW team.
AFLW tribunal finds Hawks’ Smith not guilty of bump
Hawthorn defender Tamara Smith has been found not guilty of rough conduct after a lengthy AFLW tribunal hearing, meaning she avoids a three-game ban.
Lions’ Irishman McKenna relishing second chance in AFL
Brisbane's Irish defender Conor McKenna has become just the second player to win an All-Ireland Gaelic football title and an AFL premiership.
Perfect 10 as Eagles post record AFLW score to beat GWS
Ella Roberts was best afield with three goals as West Coast posted their club-record score to beat GWS at Henson Park and improve to 4-2.
Lion Smith kicks last-gasp goal in AFLW win over Crows
Brisbane have kicked the last two goals to pip Adelaide by two points in an AFLW thriller between the perennial powerhouses.