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Priya Bowering (Tasmania Devils) poses with Becky Webster of the Cats after being drafted with pick 27 by the Geelong Cats during the 2025 Telstra AFLW Draft at Marvel Stadium on December 15, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos)

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Why ‘overwhelmed’ Tassie talent is thrilled with new AFLW club

It was a moment of double delight for Tasmanian talent Priya Bowering after she lived out her AFLW dream on Monday night. She opens up on landing at Geelong.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: Priya Bowering of the Cats poses during the 2025 AFLW Draft at Marvel Stadium on December 15, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Tasmania celebrates AFLW Draft hat-trick as three locals picked

A draft hat-trick has put Tasmanian football on the map as three Devils Girls stars secured spots with AFL powerhouses in Monday’s selections.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: Georja Davies, Alannah Welsh, Ava Usher, Sunny Lappin and Dekota Baron of the Suns pose during the 2025 Telstra AFLW Draft at Marvel Stadium on December 15, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Once in a lifetime’: Suns hit draft jackpot — again

Just months after a record-breaking men’s draft haul, Gold Coast has taken a phenomenal eight Academy guns — six in the first 15 picks — to confirm their place as AFL draft kings.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: Chloe Bown of the Crows poses during the 2025 AFLW Draft at Marvel Stadium on December 15, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Crows pounce in what could be draft’s biggest win

One of the most complete players in this year’s AFLW Draft pool, Chloe Bown was long viewed as a pick 1 chance – but she slid and the Crows were waiting. See how both SA clubs fared.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: First round picks (Top Row L-R) Maggie Johnstone of the Bombers, Dekota Baron of the Suns, Chloe Bown of the Crows, Alex Neyland of the Swans, Georja Davies of the Suns, Sophie Eaton of the Power, Priya Bowering of the Cats, Sunny Lappin of the Suns, Chloe Baker-West of the Demons, (Bottom Row L-R) Evie Cowcher of the Cats, Alannah Welsh of the Suns, Scarlett Johnson of the Giants, Olivia Wolmarans of the Tigers, Kiera Yerbury of the Giants, Ava Usher of the Suns and Imogen Trengove of the Magpies pose during the 2025 Telstra AFLW Draft at Marvel Stadium on December 15, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Steals, sliders and bolters: Verdict on each club’s AFLW draft haul

See the verdict on every club’s haul from the AFLW draft and who’s walking away as a winner — plus who picked up future stars for a bargain.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 21: The AFLW Captains pose for a photograph during the 2023 AFLW Captains Day at Marvel Stadium on August 21, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFLW shifts draft, trade period to new spot on calendar

There is set to be a very narrow window for AFLW signings, trades and the draft this year. DANIEL CHERNY reports on the latest change to the league’s off-season frenzy.

East Fremantle and Claremont are finalising their position on WAFLW player payments despite competing in the 2023 grand final. Pic: WAFC

Clubs push back on landmark proposal to pay WAFLW players

The West Australian Football Commission wants to start paying WAFLW players. ELIZA REILLY reports on the proposed change, the pushback and why one club is taking a stand.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - August 21, 2023. AFLW Captains Day at Marvel Stadium. Back row L-R. Hayley Miller (Fremantle), Bri Davey (Collingwood), Ange Foley (Port Adelaide), Kate Hore (Melbourne), Emma Swanson (West Coast Eagles), Emma Kearney (North Melb), Ellie Blackburn (Western Bulldogs). Middle Row. L-R. Alicia Eva (Giants), Katie Brennan (Richmond), Tara Bohanna (Gold Coast Suns), Meg McDonald (Geelong), Tilly Lucas-Rodd (Hawthorn) and Kerry Peterson (Carlton). Front row L-R. Chloe Malloy (Sydney Swans), Steph Cain (Essendon), Eb Marinof (Adelaide), Hannah Priest (St Kilda) and Breanna Koenen (Brisbane Lions) . Photo by Michael Klein.

Every club, every player: Your ultimate AFLW guide

The eighth season of AFL Women’s season is just over a week away, so how does each team shape up? We take a look at every club’s captain, coach, first game and full team lists.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 21: Brianna Davey of the Magpies poses for a photo during the 2023 AFLW Captains Day at Marvel Stadium on August 21, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Pies AFLW captain responds to CEO’s controversial comments

Collingwood AFLW captain Brianna Davey speaks to DANIEL CHERNY about the Matildas’ game-changing World Cup run and Pies CEO Craig Kelly’s recent comments about the national women’s league.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 21: Emma Kearney of the Kangaroos poses for a photo during the 2023 AFLW Captains Day at Marvel Stadium on August 21, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Is simple ball change key to AFLW skill boost?

Amid rule changes and game tweaks, North Melbourne skipper and AFL Women’s veteran Emma Kearney has an idea that she reckons will change the game.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 20: Kellie Gibson of the Eagles celebrates a goal with teammates during the 2023 AFLW practice match between the West Coast Eagles and the Essendon Bombers at Mineral Resources Park on August 20, 2023 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Will Russell/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Five things we learnt from Eagles v Bombers

West Coast’s pre-season preparations ended on a high with a nine-point win over Essendon at Mineral Resources Park. ELIZA REILLY looks at the five things we learnt, including a positional switch and how a new recruit fared.

Joanne Cregg and Megan Kauffman celebrate a goal. Pic: Fremantle FC

Shock switch, kids make their mark: 5 things we learnt from Freo-Pies

Fremantle pulled the trigger on an shock positional switch, while a draftee had a big say against Collingwood. ELIZA REILLY reveals the five things we learnt from the Dockers’ pre-season clash.

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Xavier Duursma, Yasmin Duursma, family

The Power siblings set to take September by storm

September will see the Duursma siblings in teal, white and black as Xavier and Yasmin hit the AFL finals and the start of the AFLW season.

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SydneyÃs Montana Ham fends off during the Round 1 AFLW match and first ever game for the Sydney Swans v St. Kilda at North Sydney Oval on 27th August, 2022. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Swans No.1 draft pick sidelined with injury

Sydney’s season has been hit before the first ball is bounced with inaugral no.1 draft pick Montana Ham sidelined for at least the first two matches with a foot injury.

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Sydney Swans AFL stars Dane Rampe and Luke Parker, Matildas Steph Catley and Mary Fowler and AFLW players Lucy McEvoy and Chloe Molloy. Two days out from their do or die clash against England, the Tillies visited the Swans' swish training facilities at Moore Park on Monday.

Matildas ‘in awe’ of AFLW facilities as they gear up for semis

The Matildas have turned to the Sydney Swans to help prepare for their semi-final clash with England. The new $70 million facilities are hailed as ‘one of the best in the country’.

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 05: Erin Hoare of Geelong poses for a portrait during a Geelong AFLW Draft Media Opportunity at GMHBA Stadium on April 05, 2023 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

No.1 pick, Irish recruit turn heads in Cats’ first pre-season clash

Geelong won its first practice match of the pre-season, and a host of new and familiar faces impressed — including the No.1 pick of this year’s draft.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 11: Jeremy Cameron of the Cats celebrates a goal the round 22 AFL match between Collingwood Magpies and Geelong Cats at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on August 11, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

AFL weighs in on controversial Cameron ‘out of bounds’ calls

The spotlight has been on two controversial rulings that led to goals for Geelong star Jeremy Cameron — and now the AFL has had its say.

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Darcy Vescio Matildas World Cup

‘Just be bold’: AFLW can’t waste Matildas’ wave of support

As the Matildas capture the hearts and minds of the nation, Carlton AFLW star Darcy Vescio says footy has the chance to capitalise on their raging success ahead of the upcoming season.

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Will Amy Franklin play on Saturday? She was an absentee from training today.

AFLW Track watch: Will Franklin face her former team?

High-profile recruit Amy Franklin was a noticeable absentee as the Eagles prepare to face Fremantle in match simulation. ELIZA REILLY unpacks what she saw at West Coast’s main training session.

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Download your AFLW fixture poster

The 2023 AFLW season is almost here. Make sure you’re ready by downloading our fixture poster to see when and where your club is playing each round.

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Hayley Miller looks to be back to her best. Pic: Tom Fee/Fremantle FC

New roles, new tricks: Five things we learnt from Freo’s AFLW intra-club

What do we know about Lisa Webb’s new game plan? Who starred? And who ended up in hospital? ELIZA REILLY reveals the five things she learnt from Fremantle’s first hitout of the pre-season.

Ariana Hetherington has joined Fremantle.

Star Bulldog wins the race to Freo’s final list spot

South Fremantle star Ariana Hetherington has signed with Fremantle after winning the race to secure the Dockers’ final list spot writes ELIZA REILLY.

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The extraordinary legacy of trailblazing champion Ash Brazill

The Netball World Cup is Australia’s last fix of ‘Brazzle Dazzle’. In a sometimes cookie-cutter sport, dual-code star Ash Brazill was way out of the box, writes LINDA PEARCE.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 19: Evangeline Gooch of the Eagles in action during the round seven AFLW match between the West Coast Eagles and the Richmond Tigers at Mineral Resources Park on February 19, 2022 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

The X-ray that threatened footy and firefighting for Evie Gooch

The scans of Evie Gooch’s wrist in early 2022 put doubt over both of her careers; football and firefighting. The AFLW Eagle tells ELIZA REILLY how she’s made it back after a year on the sidelines.

All the top performers from Vic Country v Queensland.

U18 champs SuperCoach points: Young guns excite in Vic C v Qld

There were plenty of impressive performances from Vic Country’s loss to Queensland, including games from two 2025 draft prospects. Plus, all the stats and SuperCoach points.

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Footy v cricket as council reveals North Port Oval plan

The City of Port Phillip intends to make historic North Port Oval a football-only ground and AFLW venue. But having been there for 149 years, the local cricket club is digging in, reports PAUL AMY.

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Broadbeach’s Sienna Burnham played in her 100th match for the club - she's with coach James Dofter.

SEQ AFL girls – Cats’ 100 gamer, Cooly kids shine and Hawks fly

SEQ AFL under 17 girls – Cats’ 100 gamer, Cooly kids and Tigers shone while the Sandgate Hawks soared in footy action this weekend.

Portrait of Scott Gowans, Sydney Swans AFL coach on July 27, 2023. Scott has recently recovered from Prostate Cancer. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

‘Are you sure?’: Xmas cancer call that rocked loved AFLW coach

It was the call much-loved AFL Women’s coach Scott Gowans didn’t see coming. Fit and seemingly healthy, cancer struck when he least expected it. He opens up on the biggest challenge of his life.

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PORT ADELAIDE senior coach Lauren Arnell has revealed the joyful news that she is expecting a baby in early 2024. , Arnell and partner Lexia Edwards were thrilled to share their announcement with the AFLW and AFL playing groups and staff earlier this week. Picture: Brooke Bowering

‘Business as usual’ for trailblazer mum-to-be Arnell and Power

Power AFLW coach Lauren Arnell says it will be business as usual for her and the Power for the upcoming season, as she hopes to break down barriers as a coaching mum-to-be.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 23: Aileen Gilroy of the Hawks celebrates victory following the round five AFLW match between the Sydney Swans and the Hawthorn Hawks at Punt Road Oval on September 23, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

What the Hawthorn AFLW deal means for Cairns

History will be made in October when Cairns hosts its first AFLW game at Cazalys Stadium. Find out who will play, and when, here.

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