Incoming AFL boss Andrew Dillon says a mid-season trade period could be introduced as early as next season as part of a historic joint five-year collective bargaining agreement. The $2bn deal, which is the first agreed between both men’s and women’s players, promises “ongoing discussions” between the AFL and clubsContinue Reading
Organ and tissue donation saves and changes the lives of thousands of Australians each year. But it remains a misunderstood topic, with seven in 10 Australians mistakenly believing not everyone can register to become a donor, and three in 10 not knowing any ways to register, according to a recentContinue Reading
An early season overload on Lance Franklin is starting to have an effect with the veteran superstar likely to miss Sydney’s clash with West Coast. But there was positive news for defender Tom McCartin who is coming out the concussion cloud which has sidelined him since Round 8. McCartin won’tContinue Reading
After being “cut off at the knees” when he was sacked by St Kilda, Brett Ratten is using his time in charge of North Melbourne to say a goodbye to senior coaching, adamant Alastair Clarkson is definitely coming back to the job. Since taking over in Round 10, when ClarksonContinue Reading
Port Adelaide are on top of the ladder after a 16.14 (110) to 11.6 (72) win over the Geelong — and it’s clear the defending premiers are starting to feel the pressure. The Cats were dubbed Dad’s Army last year as they romped to the flag with some of theContinue Reading
The football world has been left dumbfounded by a wild night at the AFL judiciary. Footy legend Gerard Healy on Tuesday said it would be a “disgrace” if Bombers captain Zach Merrett potentially loses a Brownlow medal because of a one-match ban that was upheld by a judiciary tribunal. ItContinue Reading
Coaching great Mick Malthouse has hit out at new Cats skipper Patrick Dangerfield’s start to the season, saying he’s “had two shockers” and “doesn’t look the same dynamic player.” Dangerfield, who finished with 22 disposals in Geelong’s eight-point loss to Carlton on Thursday night after recording 22 touches against CollingwoodContinue Reading
Channel Seven has locked in its replacement for Wayne Carey. The network on Tuesday confirmed three-time Essendon best and fairest winner Jobe Watson has been promoted to feature more regularly as the designated expert commentator for Saturday night games. The free-to-air-network has continued to tinker with the Saturday night roleContinue Reading
The first week of AFL pre-season hitouts showed exactly what fans wanted to see – impressive new faces, including those in new places, and many changes. Some recruits shined even brighter than others while a few clubs clearly still have work to do before Round 1. Watch every pre-season matchContinue Reading
Eddie McGuire is not a happy man. The former Collingwood president has hit out at rival clubs and the AFL over attempts to quash the Magpies’ hold on seats at the MCG. Watch every match of every round of the 2023 Toyota AFL Premiership Season LIVE on Kayo Sports. NewContinue Reading