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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 25: Will Setterfield of the Bombers in action during the 2025 AFL Round 07 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Essendon Bombers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 25, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

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Bombers welcome back midfielder to fill Martin void

Essendon has welcomed back delisted midfielder Will Setterfield to cover Nic Martin after the utility was ruled out for 2026. Plus, the latest on Nik Cox, Zach Reid and more at Tullamarine.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 24: Sarah Hosking of the Tigers (L) poses with sister Jess Hosking after being presented with 2025 Medibank AFLW Mark of the Year award during the 2025 W Awards at Centrepiece on November 24, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

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‘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.

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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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Jake Soligo of the Crows looks dejected after a loss during the AFL First Qualifying Final match between the Adelaide Crows and the Collingwood Magpies at Adelaide Oval on September 04, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

No trades, no worries for Crows great even after finals bashings

Mark Ricciuto believes Adelaide’s midfield woes can be solved without new recruits, despite the engine room failing in both finals defeats.

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‘Weak c***’: Ex-Roos recruiter attempted suicide after alleged bullying

A former North Melbourne staffer has received hundreds of thousands of dollars in compensation payments after claiming he was bullied by former Roos football boss Geoff Walsh.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 1: Jack Ginnivan of the Hawks celebrates a goal with Will Day of the Hawks during the 2025 AFL Round 21 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Hawthorn Hawks at Adelaide Oval on August 1, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The ‘enormous’ advantage Hawks will take into 2026 flag race

Hawthorn may have missed out on Zach Merrett in the trade period, but they are getting a huge boost elsewhere heading into next season. Get an in-depth insight into the Hawks here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 28: Jonah Campigli of the Zebras kicks the ball during the 2025 VFL Round 14 match between Williamstown and Sandringham Zebras at DSV Stadium on June 28, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Craig Dooley/AFL Photos)

Saints raid former VFL partner, big forward joins Bees

An AFL draft hopeful and a former NGA player have joined St Kilda’s VFL team, while two Bullants have linked with Werribee. Paul Amy brings you up to date with the latest moves.

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HOBART, AUSTRALIA - MAY 03: Junior Tasmanian players run though a banner during the AFL Tasmanian Team Announcement at North Hobart Oval on May 03, 2023 in Hobart, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Devils superfan pens unofficial anthem ahead of stadium vote

With Tasmania’s AFL dreams hanging by a thread, one determined fan has created a musical tribute to help secure the team’s future ahead of parliament’s crucial vote.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 02: Justin Longmuir, Senior Coach of the Dockers looks on during the 2025 AFL Round 08 match between the St Kilda Saints and the Fremantle Dockers at Marvel Stadium on May 2, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The truth about how Longmuir’s ‘employment agreement’ could end

Justin Longmuir is one of the rarest situations in footy given his current contract status as an ongoing employee. So what happens if Freo’s stacked list fails to reach its potential yet again?

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 25: Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera of the Saints kicks during a St Kilda Saints AFL training session at RSEA Park on March 25, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Nine role changes that could make or break SuperCoach in 2026

Will Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera be a midfielder in 2026? Who gets Clayton Oliver’s centre bounces? See the numbers behind the big moves that could deliver SuperCoaches bargains – and busts.

SLC Students pose with AFLQ Schools Cup Trophies & AIC Aggregate Shield (L-R: Cooper Hodge, Ash Prindable, Ollie Pitt, Ben Morison, Hayden Burrows, Ethan Duke)

AIC heavyweights stake claim as Qld’s best school footy program

AFL draft prospects, an underrated gem, expert coaches and emerging talent. These are the aces that aimed up in St Laurence’s College’s fairytale season in the sport. More here on the school’s stunning results.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - September 24, 2023. AFL . Brownlow medal night at the Crown Casino in Melbourne. . Australia.. New Gold Coast Suns coach Damien Hardwick and partner Alexandra Crow. Photo by Michael Klein.

Promoted: Dimma’s partner lands full-time job at Suns

Rival clubs asked questions about Alexandra Crow’s part-time role at Gold Coast in 2025 before the AFL ticked it off. Now, the partner of coach Damien Hardwick has been promoted.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 31: Lauren Wakfer of the Eagles celebrates her goal during the AFLW Round 12 match between West Coast Eagles and Carlton Blues at Sullivan Logistics Stadium on October 31, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by James Worsfold/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

How Eagles’ 1988 inaugural finals side is inspiring Eagles’ W debut

The Eagles’ inaugural finals side trained at Ikon Park ahead of its first decider in 1988. 37 years on, West Coast’s AFLW side will make its post-season debut there – and there are some remarkable similarities between the two.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 03: Grace Egan of the Tigers is seen after the 2023 AFLW Round 01 match between the Brisbane Lions and the Richmond Tigers at Brighton Homes Arena on September 03, 2023 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Tigers make brutal list call on popular midfielder

Sweeping change is coming to Richmond’s AFLW program with a high-profile midfielder the first casualty in a brutal list cull as the dust settles on a disappointing season.

ADELAIDE/ KAURNA YARTA, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos DECEMBER 6, 2023: Port Adelaide key defender Tom Clurey at Alberton. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Morgan Sette

What it’s like knowing you’ll be delisted but still have to ‘front up’

Tom Clurey knew he wasn’t getting a new contract for the Power mid-way through his final year. He unpacks what it was like watching your AFL career disappear in front of your eyes.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 02: Grace Kelly, Ebony Marinoff and Amy Boyle-Carr of the Crows celebrate their win during the 2025 AFLW Round 12 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Fremantle Dockers at Norwood Oval on November 2, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by James Elsby/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Marinoff: Why Saints won’t ‘absolutely pants’ Crows this time

The Saints shocked Adelaide when the two sides met in round 1, but Crows superstar Ebony Marinoff says her side isn’t rattled by it. She thinks they can take down anyone — even the Roos.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 02: Catherine Svarc of the Lions in action during the 2025 AFLW Round 12 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions at Victoria Park on November 2, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Lions to challenge star’s one-game ban for qualifying final

Brisbane will challenge the one-match ban handed to star midfielder Cathy Svarc, which would rule her out of the Lions’ qualifying final clash with Melbourne.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 31: Darcy Vescio of the Blues celebrates after kick a goal after the siren during the AFLW Round 12 match between West Coast Eagles and Carlton Blues at Sullivan Logistics Stadium on October 31, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by James Worsfold/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

How brutal exit meeting spurred Blues to finals return

At the end of a disastrous 2024 season, Darcy Vescio and the Blues were in an exit meeting. What they saw out the window spurred them into a revival which has returned them to finals.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 13: Clayton Oliver (left) and Max Gawn of the Demons celebrate during the 2025 AFL Round 18 match between the Melbourne Demons and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 13, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘I’m his No.1 supporter’: Gawn backs Clarry after trade move

Max Gawn has backed both Steven May and Clayton Oliver to make a splash in 2026, calling himself the ‘No.1 fan’ of the new Giant. Plus, he weighs in on the AFL’s call to scrap the bounce.

MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. April 7 , 2024. AFL Gather Round. Round 4. Collingwood vs Hawthorn at the Adelaide Oval. Jack Ginnivan of the Hawks tackled by Patrick Lapinski and Tom Mitchell of the Magpies during the 1st qtr. . Pic: Michael Klein

Brereton hails new ducking rules, backs Wiz, Ginni to adapt

Hawthorn great Dermott Brereton has backed Hawthorn’s small forward to adjust to new rules designed to stop ducking, while heaping praise on Greg Swann for bringing the tweak in.

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EFL Premier Division: Noble Park v Doncaster East at Pat Wright Snr Oval. JLachlan Mcdonnell - Noble Park. Picture: Valeriu Campan

Signings galore as VFL clubs crack into recruiting

In the latest VFL recruiting news, Essendon has landed one local star and has its sights set on another, and North Melbourne has made three key signings, including a former Adelaide Crow.

NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. 10th November 2024. AFLW finals week 1. Hawthorn vs Brisbane Lions at Ikon Park, Carlton. Bit of biff on the final siren . Picture: Michael Klein

Ironic twist sparking Hawks’, Lions’ fierce rivalry over $1m prize

The sweeping changes to criteria for a lucrative AFL award could ironically cost the club which would have benefited most in recent years.

Kobe McDonald playing back home in Ireland. Picture: Instagram

‘Natural abilities’: Saints sign 17yo Irish star

St Kilda has plucked a recruit from Ireland who will need to complete his studies before he crosses codes.

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Kobe McDonald has signed with the Saints

Saints, Lions sign teenage Irish prodigies

A pair of Irish teenagers will be making their way to the AFL, with St Kilda poaching 17-year-old wunderkind and the Lions a 191cm star from County Kerry. See the details.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 08: Sam Cumming (vc) of South Australia competes with Adam Sweid of Vic Metro during the Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Boys match between South Australia and Victoria Metro at Alberton Oval, on June 08, 2025, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

SA draft bolter in top 10 mix as Dees, Dons circle

A North Adelaide midfielder-forward with pace to burn has catapulted up AFL Draft boards with a host of clubs inside the top 10 ready to pounce.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. September 27th 2025. AFL Grand Final at the MCG. Geelong vs Brisbane Lions. Will Ashcroft and Lachie Neale celebrate a final quarter goal. Picture Lachie Millard

Footy insider reveals Lions’ salary cap, free agent secrets

Brisbane has brought in two free agents on pretty coin in the off-season, while already having some of the biggest names in the game on their list. This is how they’ve done it.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 18: Lauren Pearce of the Demons (C) in action during the AFLW Round 10 match between Melbourne Demons and Sydney Swans at Casey Fields on October 18, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)

League rejects Demons’ Casey bid as heated reunion awaits Roos

The Demons have made a left-field request for their finals tilt, but the AFLW has knocked back their bid for a home final at Casey. Plus, the Roos are fired up over the Hawks’ snubbing of Jasmine Garner.

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Steven May and Dion Prestia

Sorrento brawl may have been over unwanted advances to woman

A Boxing Day brawl that led to charges against AFL stars Dion Prestia and Steven May may have been sparked after unwanted advances were made toward a woman.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 02: Anne Hatchard of the Crows celebrates a goal during the 2025 AFLW Round 12 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Fremantle Dockers at Norwood Oval on November 2, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by James Elsby/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Crows lock in last finals spot as Dockers handed heartbreak

Two clubs, one finals spot. That was the equation facing the Crows and Dockers on Sunday, and Adelaide proved they were up to the challenge, locking in the top eight and more heartbreak for Freo.

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02/11/2025 Paris Lawrence and Daniel Rioli wedding., Pic credit: Luke Blake Photography.

Who attended Daniel Rioli’s intimate Byron Bay wedding

Gold Coast star and premiership Tiger Daniel Rioli tied the knot with DJ Paris Lawrence in an intimate Byron Bay wedding with just 80 special guests, and Dusty Martin was among them.

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