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HOLD FOR SATURDAY HERALD SUN PIC DESK----Footy legend and Fox Footy commentator Dermott Brereton details his injuries and thoughts on the game for Weekend Cover story. Picture: Alex Coppel.

Statistics over passion: Derm reveals truth behind Fox Footy exit

Hawthorn great Dermott Brereton says he will still have a voice in the football media after leaving Fox Footy, declaring the network had more interest in statistically-minded analysis than emotion.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 06: Scarlett Johnson of the Knights in action during the 2025 Coates Talent League Girls Round 01 match between the Northern Knights and the Oakleigh Chargers at Highgate Recreation Reserve on April 06, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Rob Lawson/AFL Photos)

Late mail: The go-home concerns set to shape AFLW Draft

Armed with picks two and three, the Giants will have a big say on the first round of the AFLW Draft – but there is some late intel that could sway their decision. Get the latest whispers here.

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AFLW Phantom Draft: How the top 20 picks could fall

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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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. August 16th, 2025 . Hawthorn vs Melbourne at the MCG. Clayton Oliver of the Demons . Picture: Michael Klein

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‘I don’t know what happened’: How Clarry found purpose again

Clayton Oliver has broken his media silence on being ‘pushed out’ by Melbourne, his off-field behaviour — including that Mitch Cleary interaction — and his fresh start in Sydney.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. August 15th, 2025 . Essendon v St Kilda at Marvel Stadium, Docklands. Rowan Marshall of the Saints celebrates a 3rd quarter goal . Picture: Michael Klein

Failed trade, TDK, hair cuts down the highway — Marshall opens up

Rowan Marshall hoped to play for Geelong, but St Kilda didn’t let him go. Now, the ruckman reveals why he wanted a move, his thoughts on Tom De Koning and addresses some trade period rumours.

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Kysaiah Pickett kicks at Melbourne training. Picture: David McPherson, MFC

Dees track watch: Pickett, Petty positional hints revealed

Harry Petty and Kysaiah Pickett have been shifted across different positions in recent years, but we might now have a better indication of what 2026 looks like for the Demon duo. More in track watch.

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Lions and Broncos pre-season training. Pic: Instagram

Broncos, Lions stars unite for cross-code training session

A host of new recruits and rising Broncos stars have been put through their paces at a unique cross-code training session, as Brisbane’s two premiership winners united at the Lions’ training facilities.

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MELBOURNE. 07/05/2023. AFl. Round 8. Collingwood vs Sydney at the MCG. Sydneys Tom Papley bumps into Nick Daicos of the Magpies before the opening bounce . Pic: Michael Klein

AFL to ban stars for gut punches as more rule changes loom

The AFL has outlined proposed tweaks to the rules for the 2026 season including a crackdown on deliberate on-field acts. Plus, more possible rule changes have been flagged. See the details.

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25-11-2024 Geelong Cats pre-season training at Deakin University Waurn Ponds. Xavier Ivisic. Picture: Brad Fleet

Local powerhouse lands former Cat after unlucky delisting

After being delisted by Geelong in October after just one season, a promising young talent has joined a local club that tasted flag success in 2025.

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Ladder tiers: Where footy insider thinks your club will finish in 2026

Is your club shaping up for a premiership assault, or are they well off the pace? Football insider Brad Lloyd ranks all 18 teams ahead of the 2026 season. See his predictions and have your say.

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Jimmy Fone 9, Oliver Fone 4, Leo Williams 11, Lucy Fone 6, Gus Williams 7 wearing Devils gear. The Tasmania Football Club store in Hobart will open on Wednesday to allow people to stock up on gear ahead of footy colours day. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

Opinion: Why Tassie’s had enough of being the support act

When it comes to landing punches, it’s the size of the fight of the dog. With new sports teams looming and rock royalty secured, Tassie’s using that mindset to declare it deserves its rightful place on the big stage.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 1: Izak Rankine of the Crows celebrates a goal 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)

Man charged after alleged threats made to Crows star

Police have arrested a Kensington Gardens man over a series of alleged threatening social media messages sent to Adelaide Crows superstar Izak Rankine earlier this year.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 16: Dyson Heppell of the Bombers looks on during the round 23 AFL match between Essendon Bombers and Sydney Swans at Marvel Stadium, on August 16, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Heppell launches coaching career with move to Dons’ arch enemy

Essendon great Dyson Heppell has crossed to a traditional rival to launch his top-level coaching career after working at VFL club Port Melbourne in 2025.

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Plenty of rain greeted the Nightcliff Tigers and Tiwi Bombers in their Round 10 NTFL match at Wurrumiyanga Oval. Picture: Patch Clapp / AFLNT Media

Top End footy battles wild weather following Tasmania’s stadium debate

While Tasmania celebrates its stadium victory, the Northern Territory could face a similar challenge with NTFL players navigating wild weather as it chases the AFL’s next license. See the vision and pictures here.

NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. May 24th, 2025 . AFL Round 11. North Melbourne vs Collingwood at Marvel Stadium. Nick Daicos of the Magpies clears out of the middle during the 3rd qtr. . Picture: Michael Klein

Fixture reveal: Every clash of the 2026 AFL pre-season

Ballarat has scored three AFL pre-season matches as compensation for missing out on the 2026 season, with the league revealing the fixture for the AAMI Community Series.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 02: Christian Petracca of the Demons and Simon Goodwin, Senior Coach of the Demons celebrate during the 2025 AFL Round 21 match between the Melbourne Demons and the West Coast Eagles at Marvel Stadium on August 2, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Petracca, Oliver, Goodwin: Drastic overhauls footy’s new normal

The Demons sacked their coach and traded two of their biggest stars in the space of months. Former coach Simon Goodwin says that type of drastic overhaul is set to happen more and more.

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Jaidyn Stephenson trains with Port Adelaide at Alberton on Monday. Picture: Matt Sampson/PAFC

Stephenson wins praise at Port as new Eagle pushes for early debut

Jaidyn Stephenson was running around at local footy last season, but according to potential new teammate Jack Lukosius, you can’t tell. Plus, the breakout star and new draftees impressing at West Coast.

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Sourasis’ company only has $224; Pies star’s huge blow

A $3 million legal fight has turned into a financial nightmare for AFL great Scott Pendlebury as his former business partner’s empire crumbles with $80 million in debts.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 22: Jake Bowey of the Demons in action during the 2025 AFL Round 24 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Melbourne Demons at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 22, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Gun Demon to miss chunk of 2026 with dreaded injury

Melbourne has suffered a major blow after scans revealed a serious injury to important defender Jake Bowey. Plus, a first-round draft pick has suffered another setback.

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Adelaide Crows 2026 home jumper. Picture: Sarah Reed

Love it or hate it? Crows unveil historic new jumper

The Crows are moving on from 2025, revealing changes to how they will look next season – in the AFL and AFLW. Are you onboard? See the new jumper and have your say.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 27: Gryan Miers of the Cats and Mark Blicavs of the Cats react following the AFL Grand Final match between Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 27, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos)

‘Hurt forever’: Miers’ GF pain, inside word on new Cats

After the 2020 grand final loss, Gryan Miers said it was the flag that got away. But 2025 feels different. He opens up on how, Geelong’s new draftees and his 2026 role.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 20: Stella Huxtable of the All-Stars runs out onto the field during the Marsh AFL National Academy match between the AFL National Academy Girls and the All-Stars at RSEA Park on April 20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/AFL Photos)

How surf lessons inspire Falcons’ draft hopeful to ‘keep going’

She’s the daughter of a Mathieson medallist and the younger sister of a rising pro surfer, but Stella Huxtable is ready to forge her own path at this month’s national AFLW draft.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 05: Anne Hatchard of the Crows handballs whilst being tackled during the AFLW Round 8 match between Richmond Tigers and Adelaide Crows at Ikon Park on October 05, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Suns ignite trade period as Crow defects, Tigers win No.1 pick race

Richmond has out-bid several clubs for Gold Coast’s No.1 pick as the Suns prepare to bring in up to six top 10 academy guns. Plus, two Dees head west and the Blues brought in two stars. See the full wrap.

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Charlie Curnow, Harry Kyle and Taylor Adams during a visit to Carrington Public School as part of the Sydney Swans Community Camp in Newcastle on December 2, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - NO ON SALES - copyright Phil Hillyard )

Swans’ camp gets awkward — thanks to a kid’s innocent question

One child’s innocent query sparked awkward laughter during Sydney’s Newcastle camp — especially because Charlie Curnow was in the room. Go inside the new-look Swans’ trip here.

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Hawthorn pre-season training at their new facilities at Dingley Village. Josh Weddle. Picture : Ian Currie

The seven Hawks and ‘scary’ proposition set to ignite midfield

After James Worpel’s departure and a failed Zach Merrett trade bid, the Hawks have a midfield void to fill. Hear from Jarman Impey and get the latest track watch intel to see their plans.

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03 December 2025 Port Adelaide training at Alberton Oval. Pic Roy VanDerVegt

Track watch: Port’s Butters boost, JHF update, Rozee’s switch-up

Two Port Adelaide stars were sent for surgery post-season and Matt Turner has the latest on their status, plus Connor Rozee’s positional switch and more in track watch.

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Collingwood pre season football training at Olympic Oval, Melbourne. Picture: Tony Gough

Track watch: ‘Virtual’ Pies recruits shine, cut Blue’s fight for lifeline

A pair of Collingwood youngsters returning from ACL injuries have impressed while Nick Daicos ramps up his pre-season. And over at the Blues a delisted midfielder is showing he still has AFL potential.

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Brendon Gale, TFC CEO, announcing the Devils VFL licence at North Hobart Oval. Picture TFC

Gale reveals huge ‘excitement’ for Devils roles

Tasmania Devils boss Brendon Gale says discussions regarding the club’s first senior coach can now move forward as the “real works” starts for the AFL’s 19th team.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 29: Kerryn Peterson of the Blues in action during the round five AFLW match between Carlton Blues and Sydney Swans at Ikon Park, on September 29, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)

Blues’ ruthless call likely to cause pregnancy policy rethink

Carlton’s controversial list call on its former captain is set to bring the AFLW’s pregnancy policy under a microscope. Plus, the Giants are playing hardball with the Blues on a wantaway defender.

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How Mac Point Stadium finally gained approval

Tasmania has finally secured its AFL dream after the approval of the controversial Hobart stadium — forging the way forward for the Devils’ entry to the competition. Here’s a look back at how it happened and the response from state leaders.

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