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Bomber Stringer, Cat Hawkins lead big AFL inclusions

Bomber Stringer, Cat Hawkins lead big AFL inclusions

A host of star forwards will return to action this weekend, with Bomber Jake Stringer, Cat Tom Hawkins, Blue Harry McKay and the Suns' Ben King all named.

Lyon bullish as Saints prepare for big Cats test

Lyon bullish as Saints prepare for big Cats test

Lyon bullish as Saints prepare for big Cats test

Lyon bullish as Saints prepare for big Cats test

A win on Saturday night over reigning premiers Geelong will ensure St Kilda make the finals and coach Ross Lyon says they're ready for what's coming.

Demons' Goodwin dismisses fresh allegations against him

Demons' Goodwin dismisses fresh allegations against him

Demons' Goodwin dismisses fresh allegations against him

Demons' Goodwin dismisses fresh allegations against him

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has called the latest allegations made against him in a long-running dispute "absolute rubbish".

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Lions coach Fagan certain Magpies won't be complacent

Lions coach Fagan certain Magpies won't be complacent

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has dismissed suggestions Collingwood are more focused on finals than their top-of-the-table blockbuster at Marvel Stadium.

AFL spot audits to feature in new Brownlow safeguards

AFL spot audits to feature in new Brownlow safeguards

Betting on the AFL's Brownlow Medal will continue after new safeguards were introduced following the arrest of former field umpire Michael Pell.

Clarkson bullish on North even if McKay leaves

Clarkson bullish on North even if McKay leaves

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is keen for Ben McKay to stay but believes the Kangaroos can still flourish even if the key defender moves to Essendon.

Coach Beveridge puts heat on Bulldogs to lift

Coach Beveridge puts heat on Bulldogs to lift

Coach Luke Beveridge has urged his Western Bulldogs players to lift their game ahead of a defining fortnight in the club's season.

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Bombers overjoyed as assistant, big guns set to return

Bombers overjoyed as assistant, big guns set to return

Bombers overjoyed as assistant, big guns set to return

Bombers overjoyed as assistant, big guns set to return

Essendon may need to win their last two games to make finals and assistant coach Dale Tapping and a number of players are hopefully coming back to help them.

Demons slam 'outrageous' claims against coach Goodwin

Demons slam 'outrageous' claims against coach Goodwin

Demons slam 'outrageous' claims against coach Goodwin

Demons slam 'outrageous' claims against coach Goodwin

Melbourne have slammed "unsubstantiated" and "outrageous" claims made against Demons coach Simon Goodwin.

Concussion issues force Crows winger Seedsman to retire

Concussion issues force Crows winger Seedsman to retire

Concussion issues force Crows winger Seedsman to retire

Concussion issues force Crows winger Seedsman to retire

Adelaide winger Paul Seedsman has called time on his career, the third AFL player in two weeks forced to retire due to concussion issues.

Dockers duo Colyer, Hamling sweat on new AFL deals

Dockers duo Colyer, Hamling sweat on new AFL deals

Dockers duo Colyer, Hamling sweat on new AFL deals

Dockers duo Colyer, Hamling sweat on new AFL deals

Fremantle veterans Travis Colyer and Joel Hamling have produced some solid WAFL form this year, but they are no guarantees to be handed new deals.

Magpies forced into big changes for Lions blockbuster

Magpies forced into big changes for Lions blockbuster

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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