Gold Coast boss flies to Europe to speak to Hardwick
Gold Coast chief executive Mark Evans has flown to Europe to meet with three-time Richmond premiership coach Damien Hardwick.
Australian rules football
Lions defender Payne signs for another five years
Brisbane defender Jack Payne has been rewarded for a breakout season, securing a new five-year contract to keep him at the Lions until the end of 2029.
Melbourne’s Oliver out against Roos but return nearing
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says speculation Clayton Oliver will return this weekend is incorrect, but added their midfield supremo might only be a week away.
In-demand Hardwick staying in touch with Tigers
Richmond coach Andrew McQualter says his predecessor Damien Hardwick keeps in touch weekly and has offered great support.
Martin out of Tigers’ high-stakes clash with Bulldogs
Richmond coach Andrew McQualter has left Dustin Martin and Trent Cotchin out of the side to face the injury-hit Western Bulldogs.
Saints hopeful King will return against in-form Blues
St Kilda key forward Max King is on the verge of returning from injury but coach Ross Lyon is unsure whether it will be against in-form Carlton in round 21.
Daicos brothers sign long-term deals with Magpies
Josh and Nick Daicos have signed new AFL deals that will keep the highly rated brothers at Collingwood for six more years.
Dockers coach Longmuir keen to keep squad together
One of the big disappointments of the 2023 AFL season, Fremantle are determined to hang on to the bulk of their players and come back stronger next year.
Dunkley keeps receipts in Lions’ top-four AFL fight
Josh Dunkley is aware of the doubters and wants to prove them wrong as the third-placed Lions jostle for position in a tight run towards the AFL finals.
Collingwood weigh up Cox’s role after defeat to Blues
Collingwood's enigmatic ruck-forward Mason Cox is no guarantee to keep his spot after being subbed out during the Magpies' surprise defeat to Carlton.
Port’s concussion protocols continue to be scrutinised
Port Adelaide's concussion protocols remain in the spotlight after Aliir Aliir was not put through a thorough test following a heavy head knock with a teammate.
Calf injuries strike down more Swans players
Sydney's Dane Rampe and Justin McInerney have joined retired legend Lance Franklin as the latest victims of the Swans' calf curse.
Remade forward Petty stars in Demons’ win over Richmond
Melbourne premiership defender Harry Petty moved forward and kicked a career-best six goals in his side's gripping 32-point win over Richmond at the MCG.
Cerra sidelined in big injury blow for in-form Blues
Carlton onballer Adam Cerra will be sidelined for the next three weeks with a hamstring injury in a significant blow to the Blues' late-season resurgence.
Lance Franklin calls time on glittering AFL career
Lance Franklin has retired following his latest injury, with the Sydney and ex-Hawthorn key forward finishing as the AFL's fourth-highest goalkicker.
Grab and squeeze: ‘bruised’ Zorko’s Miller accusation
Dayne Zorko remains convinced AFL rival Touk Miller should be reprimanded for a below-the-belt tackle he said has left him with a bruised "groin region".
Crows won’t underestimate young, flu-hit Port midfield
The race for a season-ending flourish, as well as state bragging rights, will make for a fierce contest as the Crows host under-strength Port Adelaide.
Guthrie praises record-breaking Cats coach Chris Scott
Chris Scott will break Geelong legend Reg Hickey's 64-year-old record for most games as coach of the club when the Cats take on Fremantle in the AFL's round 20.
Blues extend AFL winning streak with huge Pies upset
Coleman Medal leader Charlie Curnow has kicked six goals to help lift Carlton to a 17-point win over Collingwood in a boilover at the MCG.
Michael Voss had doubts before Blues’ AFL revival
Carlton are on the verge of ending a decade-long AFL finals drought despite a barren run of eight losses in nine matches through the middle of the season.
Demons still searching for best forward-line mix in AFL
Melbourne are a strong chance to snare a top-four AFL berth, but they are still struggling to find their best forward-line mix.
Greene powers Giants to stunning comeback win over Dogs
GWS have come from the clouds to snatch a five-point AFL victory over the Western Bulldogs, with Toby Greene sparking the Giants into action in Ballarat.
Steven King’s Suns script Lions’ horror QClash show
Brisbane's top-two aspirations have been dealt a blow in an upset QClash loss to Gold Coast, who broke a nine-game AFL losing streak against their state rivals.
Franklin injured as Swans hold off Bombers in classic
Sydney have claimed a classic two-point win over Essendon at Marvel Stadium as legendary forward Lance Franklin suffered a calf injury.
Suns’ Miller calls time on Lions’ rivalry domination
Suns skipper Touk Miller demanded the tagging job on Lachie Neale then delivered in a best-on-ground performance that ended a nine-game losing run to Brisbane.
Walker stars as Crows thump Adelaide rivals Port
Taylor Walker has matched the record for the most goals in a Showdown as the Adelaide Crows crushed rivals Port Adelaide by 47 points.
Swans sweat on results of Lance Franklin’s calf injury
Sydney will sweat on scans to Lance Franklin after the star veteran suffered calf tightness in the Swans' thrilling win over Essendon.
Lions to lick wounds but not overreact, says Fagan
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says he won't overreact to a shock loss to Gold Coast that has made their quest for a top-two AFL finish far tougher.
Power coach backs doctor’s decision after head clash
Ken Hinkley has defended Port's doctor after Aliir Aliir returned to the field soon after a collision with teammate Lachie Jones in the clash with Adelaide.
St Kilda secure important win over gritty Hawthorn
St Kilda have moved into fifth on the AFL ladder after powerful first and fourth quarter bursts in a 29-point win over Hawthorn at Marvel Stadium.
AFLW lock in two-week pre-season schedule
Each AFLW team will play two matches over the pre-season, with the first week to feature match simulations and the second week being official practice games.