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Magpies forced into big changes for Lions blockbuster

Magpies forced into big changes for Lions blockbuster

Collingwood will be without four of their best players this weekend after ruling Jordan De Goey and Bobby Hill out for the clash with the Brisbane Lions.

Port deny succession plan after Hinkley re-signs

Port deny succession plan after Hinkley re-signs

Port deny succession plan after Hinkley re-signs

Port deny succession plan after Hinkley re-signs

Port Adelaide have finally agreed to a contract extension for long-time coach Ken Hinkley as the Power attempt to win the club's second AFL premiership.

No regrets bringing McCartin to Sydney: Longmire

No regrets bringing McCartin to Sydney: Longmire

No regrets bringing McCartin to Sydney: Longmire

No regrets bringing McCartin to Sydney: Longmire

Paddy McCartin's 10th concussion forced him into early retirement from the AFL this week but coach John Longmire has no regrets about bringing him to Sydney.

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End of Tigers era as Riewoldt joins Cotchin in retiring

End of Tigers era as Riewoldt joins Cotchin in retiring

Triple Richmond premiership hero Jack Riewoldt has joined fellow Tigers hero Trent Cotchin in announcing his retirement after this Saturday's game at the MCG.

Giants in finals mode ahead of crunch Bombers encounter

Giants in finals mode ahead of crunch Bombers encounter

GWS' Josh Kelly admits his side were found out against Port Adelaide last weekend and wants them to lift their pressure for a huge match with Essendon.

Adelaide's Sloane extends AFL career with one-year deal

Adelaide's Sloane extends AFL career with one-year deal

Adelaide veteran Rory Sloane has signed a one-year contract extension with the Crows, taking him into his 16th season as an AFL player.

Suspended jail term for local footy game punch

Suspended jail term for local footy game punch

A local Aussie Rules player in Tasmania who punched an opposition player in the head, fracturing his eye socket, has received a suspended jail sentence.

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Saints buoyed by Membrey's return for AFL finals push

Saints buoyed by Membrey's return for AFL finals push

Saints buoyed by Membrey's return for AFL finals push

Saints buoyed by Membrey's return for AFL finals push

Tim Membrey impressed with a typically hard-running display on return from a knee injury and shapes as a key figure in St Kilda's push for an AFL finals spot.

Naitanui backs Simpson to lead the Eagles out of mire

Naitanui backs Simpson to lead the Eagles out of mire

Naitanui backs Simpson to lead the Eagles out of mire

Naitanui backs Simpson to lead the Eagles out of mire

West Coast ruckman Nic Naitanui says the club's next generation of players will help lead the team back up the ladder in the near future.

Injured Wingard faces surgery with AFL career in limbo

Injured Wingard faces surgery with AFL career in limbo

Injured Wingard faces surgery with AFL career in limbo

Injured Wingard faces surgery with AFL career in limbo

Out-of-contract Hawthorn forward Chad Wingard will undergo surgery on a ruptured achilles tendon with no certainty over his playing future next season.

No regrets for Nic Naitanui as Eagles ruck star retires

No regrets for Nic Naitanui as Eagles ruck star retires

No regrets for Nic Naitanui as Eagles ruck star retires

No regrets for Nic Naitanui as Eagles ruck star retires

West Coast ruckman Nic Naitanui says he has exhausted every avenue to keep his AFL career alive following a serious achilles tendon injury.

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

A sudden illness requiring ongoing treatment had forced ex-NSW premier Morris Iemma to step down as chair of the body that oversees the SCG and other stadia.

McCartin calls time in AFL after concussion battle

McCartin calls time in AFL after concussion battle

McCartin calls time in AFL after concussion battle

McCartin calls time in AFL after concussion battle

Sydney defender Paddy McCartin has announced his AFL retirement because of concussion issues after 63 games with the Swans and St Kilda.

Dees keen to move on from Clayton Oliver hamstring saga

Dees keen to move on from Clayton Oliver hamstring saga

Dees keen to move on from Clayton Oliver hamstring saga

Dees keen to move on from Clayton Oliver hamstring saga

Clayton Oliver's impressive return from his extended AFL absence because of a hamstring injury signals the end of an unwanted distraction for Melbourne.

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Docker Sturt's stressful journey earns him 2024 deal

Fremantle forward Sam Sturt has booted seven goals over the past fortnight to prove he has what it takes to shine in the AFL arena.

Much to be revealed in the race for AFL finals spots

With two rounds remaining, three AFL clubs are assured of a top-four finish but the finals picture remains unclear for the rest seeking to make the playoffs.

Port coach Hinkley on cusp of contract extension

Port Adelaide have locked in a top-four spot entering the AFL finals by thrashing Greater Western Sydney by 51 points at Adelaide Oval.

Trent Cotchin expected to return for Richmond send-off

Trent Cotchin is tipped to be fit to farewell Richmond fans in one last home game when the Tigers take on North Melbourne in round 23.

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King fires as St Kilda march on towards AFL finals

Max King kicked six goals as St Kilda strengthened their grip on a top-eight spot with a 36-point win over Richmond, whose AFL finals dream is all but over.

Hawthorn stun Western Bulldogs for another AFL upset

Hawthorn have pulled off a second AFL upset in the space of two rounds with a tense three-point victory over the Western Bulldogs in Launceston.

Blues coach Voss backs crucial touched ball decision

Carlton coach Michael Voss believes Caleb Marchbank did get a hand to Christian Petracca's shot in the crucial moment of the nail-biting win over Melbourne.

Amiss should be among Rising Star favourites: Longmuir

Fremantle forward Jye Amiss has booted an impressive 38 goals so far this season, but he's not rated much of a chance to win the AFL's Rising Star award.

Independent doctor will impact NRL finals: Bennett

Wayne Bennett has renewed his calls for the NRL to overhaul its independent doctor rules as the finals series approaches.

Young Eagle Hough saved from breaking anti-doping laws

West Coast defender Brady Hough had to be withdrawn from the 101-point western derby loss to Fremantle after taking too many puffs of Ventolin.

Clayton Oliver return has Dees upbeat despite loss

Melbourne have suffered a tough four-point defeat to Carlton but can take heart from gun midfielder Clayton Oliver's positive return from a hamstring injury.

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