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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 24: Jess Hosking (L) and Sarah Hosking of the Tigers arrive ahead of the 2025 W AFLW Awards at Centrepiece on November 24, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)

‘World implodes’: Jess Hosking opens up about leaving AFLW

AFLW star Jess Hosking sacrificed weddings, birthdays and funerals for sport now faces her biggest challenge yet — discovering who she is without football.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: A general view ahead of the 2025 Telstra AFLW Draft at Marvel Stadium on December 15, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

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AFLW Draft: Who will be crowned No. 1 pick?

Richmond traded up to the first pick for a reason – and many believe that reason is Scarlett Johnson. But what happens after that? Follow every pick and all the reaction from 7pm (AEDT).

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. September 4 , 2024. AFL . Western Bulldogs captains run at the MCG. Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner of the Western Bulldogs clears by hand . Pic: Michael Klein

What‘s Weston-Turner’s fate? The draft bluffing game over ex-No.1

Where does Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner end up? She’s been forced back into the draft but is determined to be at North. Go inside the bravado, bluster and a ‘beer deal’ all designed to smooth her path to becoming a Roo.

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AFLW Phantom Draft: How the top 20 picks could fall, when bids land

It’s been tipped to be one of the more unpredictable AFLW Drafts in years – but ELIZA REILLY has her ear on the ground. Here’s how the top 20 could play out on Monday night.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 20: Georgia Tyrrell of Victoria Country during the 2025 Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Girls match between Victoria Country and Victoria Metro at RSEA Park on July 20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Riley Lockett/AFL Photos)

Falcon fought to prove draft value – and the personal turmoil that drove it

Left unhappy after a tough bottom-age campaign had her off the draft radar, Geelong Falcons captain Georgia Tyrrell has been nothing if not persistent in her bid to prove herself this year.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 08: Nicole Livingstone, General Manager - Women's Football of the AFL speaks to the media during the 2023 NAB AFLW Finals Series Launch Media Opportunity at AFL House on November 08, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFLW boss to step down in grand final week surprise

The hunt for a new general manager of women’s football is on, after AFLW boss Nicole Livingstone revealed Sunday’s grand final will be her last day in charge. Here’s why.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 26: Emma Kearney (left) and Erika O'Shea of the Kangaroos celebrate during the 2023 AFLW Second Preliminary Final match between The North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos and The Adelaide Crows at IKON Park on November 26, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Ill captain’s courage inspires North Melbourne to AFLW decider

North Melbourne coach Darren Crocker has praised the toughness of captain Emma Kearney after she overcame illness to will her side into the AFLW Grand Final.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 26: Sarah Allan (left) and Niamh Kelly of the Crows compete for the ball during the 2023 AFLW Second Preliminary Final match between The North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos and The Adelaide Crows at IKON Park on November 26, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Stings a bit more’: Crows hurting after prelim heartbreak

Adelaide has conceded its second consecutive preliminary final loss hurts more than last year after coming within two points of toppling North Melbourne.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 12: AFL Field Umpire, Robert Findlay signals for a score review during the 2023 AFL Round 22 match between the Carlton Blues and the Melbourne Demons at Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 12, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFLW former, current coaches urge league to avoid GF disaster

With such close games, the officiating in AFLW finals has come further under the microscope, with calls to fix one facet of the league that could marr next week’s grand final.

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IPSWICH, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 25: Chloe Scheer of the Cats wipes tears after her team's defeat during the AFLW First Preliminary Final match between Brisbane Lions and Geelong Cats at Brighton Homes Arena, on November 25, 2023, in Ipswich, Australia. (Photo by Albert Perez/Getty Images)

Danger fumes at controversial call, silver lining after prelim heartbreak

Patrick Dangerfield was less than impressed with a late umpiring decision in Geelong’s nailbiting loss. But despite how the Cats’ season ended, the future is looking bright.

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. November 24, 2023. AFLW Awards . Richmonds Monique Conti , winner of the 2023 AFLW Best and Fairest . Pic: Michael Klein

AFLW awards: Tiger wins B&F in a canter, All-Australian side revealed

Monique Conti has claimed her first AFLW best and fairest award, decided after just eight rounds of votes. Plus see the full All-Australian team and other award winners here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 01: Jasmine Garner of the Kangaroos runs with the ball during the round five AFLW match between North Melbourne Tasmania Kangaroos and Greater Western Sydney Giants at Arden Street Ground, on October 01, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)

The new-found drive pushing Roos star to greatness

Before being drafted, Jasmine Garner had never been into a gym before. But there came a time when she realised talent just wasn’t enough. She opens up on the pain driving her – and the Roos.

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Retired Fever star Verity Simmons is weighing up a shock code switch to the AFLW. Picture: Getty Images

Netball war claims first victim as Simmons quits for AFLW

Verity Simmons concedes “not getting paid for eight weeks” was a factor in her decision to quit netball for a shot at AFLW, writes ELIZA REILLY.

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Anna-Rose Kennedy and Aishling Moloney. AFLW Cats Media Day.

AFLW prelim teams, tips: Cats pull selection stunners

Geelong has named star forward Chloe Scheer just two weeks after she fractured her collarbone – but that’s not the only surprise. See all the preliminary final teams.

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Thursday NOVEMBER 23 2023 Adelaide AFLW forward Caitlin Gould who used to be a state volleyballer at Glenelg beach. Picture:Roy VanDerVegt

How Crows star’s ‘wild’ ride took another sharp turn

After turning her back on a US volleyball scholarship, Caitlin Gould followed a friend out to play footy. A year later, she was drafted. This season, everything changed again.

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Sydney's Ally Morphett celebrates kicking a goal during the AFLW Round 1 Sydney Derby match between the Sydney Swans and GWS Giants at North Sydney Oval on September 3, 2023. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Swans star turns down one of AFLW’s richest deals

Sydney ruck Ally Morphett has turned down the chance to become one of the AFLW’s best-paid players, instead committing her future to the Swans.

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Courtney Rowley is set to undergo surgery next week on a torn anterior cruciate ligament she suffered in round 10. Picture: Getty Images

Young Eagles star set for ACL surgery

West Coast midfielder Courtney Rowley is set to undergo surgery next week on a torn anterior cruciate ligament she suffered in round 10, writes ELIZA REILLY.

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 14: Lisa Webb, Senior Coach of the Dockers looks on before the 2023 AFLW Round 07 match between the Geelong Cats and Walyalup (The Fremantle Dockers) at GMHBA Stadium on October 14, 2023 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Finals, forwards and Turbo: Webb’s Freo burning questions

How far away is a finals return? How can the second-worst forward line in the AFLW be improved? And what areas of the list need work? ELIZA REILLY asks Fremantle coach Lisa Webb the burning questions after her debut season.

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 12: Chloe Scheer of the Cats waves to fans after winning the AFLW Second Elimination Final match between Geelong Cats and Essendon Bombers at GMHBA Stadium, on November 12, 2023, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/Getty Images)

‘Genuine chance’: Star Cat on the cusp of unlikely return

Geelong has plenty of momentum behind it heading into an AFLW preliminary final against Brisbane and the Cats’ hopes could be set for a significant boost.

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Ahead of AFL Women's indigenous round this weekend. Mia King from North Melbourne with the specially designed Sherrin football by female artist Gabriel Stengle. Tidna Parntu means Australian Rules Football in Kaurna Country. Picture: David Caird .

Launceston gun re-signs with Roos

Launceston gun Mia King isn’t going anywhere after re-signing with AFLW heavyweights North Melbourne for three years. Read why she thinks long term deals will be commonplace under the new CBA

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Darcy Moloney of the Cats reacts during the 2023 AFLW Second Semi Final match between The Melbourne Demons and The Geelong Cats at IKON Park on November 19, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The themes that underlined Geelong’s AFLW stunner

Geelong is into an AFLW preliminary final after a thrilling win over Melbourne which was based around the team’s continued growth, pressure and ability to seize the moment.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Amy McDonald of the Cats celebrates a goal during the 2023 AFLW Second Semi Final match between The Melbourne Demons and The Geelong Cats at IKON Park on November 19, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Straight sets stunner: Was this the greatest ever AFLW game?

Geelong has held its nerve under almighty pressure to deny a fast-finishing Melbourne in one of the greatest ever AFLW games. Recap the thrilling finish.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 18: Chelsea Randall of the Crows celebrates a goal during the 2023 AFLW First Semi Final match between The Adelaide Crows and The Sydney Swans at Norwood Oval on November 18, 2023 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by James Elsby/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Inspired Crows run rampant in prelim warning to Roos

Adelaide has stormed into a fifth AFLW preliminary final, leaving Sydney in its dust with a second-half blitz on Saturday night – and North Melbourne should be worried.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 12: Maddison Gay of the Demons kicks the ball during the 2023 AFLW Second Qualifying Final match between The Melbourne Demons and The North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos at IKON Park on November 12, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Demons determined not to make it two straight-sets exits in a year

The Demons turned their attention quickly to the next challenge at hand – a knockout final against Geelong – determined not to follow the men’s team to a straight-sets finals exit.

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 12: Nina Morrison of the Cats is tackled by Georgia Gee of the Bombers during the AFLW Second Elimination Final match between Geelong Cats and Essendon Bombers at GMHBA Stadium, on November 12, 2023, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/Getty Images)

Cats ready to serve it up to ‘vulnerable’ Dees

Geelong’s midfield is pumped full of confidence and has seen the cracks in the Melbourne side it will meet in a semi-final, but can they send another Demons team out in straight-sets?

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Former Swan and now assistant coach Colin OÃRiordan with Scott Gowans during the Sydney Swans AFLW training session at Henson Park ahead of their Semi Final this week where they take on Adelaide for a spot in the Prelims. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Secret weapon inspiring the Swans’ AFLW finals charge

The Swans haven’t found themselves short of inspiration during their remarkable AFLW turnaround. But a 34-game AFL player-turned-coach has become the master orator inspiring them to “run through walls”.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 28: Eliza West of the Demons celebrates a goal during the 2023 AFLW Round 09 match between The Melbourne Demons and The Fremantle Dockers at Casey Fields on October 28, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFLW teams, tips: Dees recall on-baller after shock axing

Melbourne has recalled a shock omission from its qualifying final loss as its AFLW premiership hopes go on the line this weekend. See the full teams and expert semi-final tips.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 07: Bec Goddard, coach of the Hawks addresses their players at three quarter time during the West Coast Eagles and Hawthorn Hawks AFLW practice match at Mineral Resources Park on August 07, 2022 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Carson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFLW coach quits in shock move

Just days after Nathan Burke was let go by the Bulldogs, a fourth AFLW coaching job is vacant after Bec Goddard sensationally quit the Hawks.

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Sydney's Chloe Molloy fends off Collingwood's Sophie Casey during the AFLW Pride Round match between the Sydney Swans and Collingwood at Henson Park on October 29, 2023. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

College, boats and the bedroom door note behind Molloy’s switch

After years planning and huge sacrifices, Chloe Molloy was finally about to realise her US college scholarship basketball dream. The only problem was, she now had a different dream.

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15-11-2023 AFLW Geelong Cats players Jacqueline Parry and Chantel Emonson ahead of their semi-final against Melbourne. Picture: Brad Fleet

The keys to Geelong AFLW star’s improvement

One of Geelong’s most improved AFLW players has given an insight to what has been key to her improvement as she prepares to face her former side in Sunday’s semi-final.

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