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'That'll do me': Clarkson addresses North future

'That'll do me': Clarkson addresses North future

As speculation mounts over his future at Arden St, North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has addressed his contract situation.

Doubt and frustration, but Suns skipper keeping faith

Doubt and frustration, but Suns skipper keeping faith

Doubt and frustration, but Suns skipper keeping faith

Doubt and frustration, but Suns skipper keeping faith

Gold Coast captain Noah Anderson admits frustration at slipping from finals contention but remains bullish about the future of the Suns.

'A little dip': Reigning premier Brisbane on shock loss

'A little dip': Reigning premier Brisbane on shock loss

'A little dip': Reigning premier Brisbane on shock loss

'A little dip': Reigning premier Brisbane on shock loss

Brisbane midfielder Jarrod Berry says the Lions won't be jumping at shadows in response to their shock loss to Carlton.

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Devils nab development guru to boost AFL build

Devils nab development guru to boost AFL build

The Tasmania Devils, who will enter the AFL in 2028, have signed a former premiership-winning midfielder as their first head of development.

'Comfortable anywhere': Fremantle embrace MCG challenge

'Comfortable anywhere': Fremantle embrace MCG challenge

One of Fremantle's key forwards is adamant the Dockers are comfortable playing anywhere as they prepare to meet Melbourne at the MCG.

Another departure from Essendon as coach search narrows

Another departure from Essendon as coach search narrows

Another high-ranking member of Essendon's hierarchy is leaving the club as powerbrokers begin the last round of interviews for the vacant head coach role.

Another Richmond premiership hero calls it quits

Another Richmond premiership hero calls it quits

Just six premiership players will remain at Richmond from their golden era, with defender Nathan Broad to retire after the Tigers' round 23 game.

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Hawthorn coach Mitchell makes call on future

Hawthorn coach Mitchell makes call on future

Hawthorn coach Mitchell makes call on future

Hawthorn coach Mitchell makes call on future

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has signed a contract extension through to the end of the 2030 AFL season.

Young Tiger banned as gut-punch crackdown continues

Young Tiger banned as gut-punch crackdown continues

Young Tiger banned as gut-punch crackdown continues

Young Tiger banned as gut-punch crackdown continues

Richmond defender Luke Trainor has learned of his fate for a gut punch to West Coast forward Jack Williams.

Irrepressible North Melbourne want more in AFLW

Irrepressible North Melbourne want more in AFLW

Irrepressible North Melbourne want more in AFLW

Irrepressible North Melbourne want more in AFLW

North Melbourne have gone unbeaten for the past two AFLW seasons but captain Jasmine Garner believes the Kangaroos can still reach another level.

AFLW stars want league to seize fresh momentum

AFLW stars want league to seize fresh momentum

AFLW stars want league to seize fresh momentum

AFLW stars want league to seize fresh momentum

After the success of the exhibition match between Australia and Ireland, AFLW players want the momentum to drive into the regular sport.

Key Bomber too down on confidence for AFL level

Key Bomber too down on confidence for AFL level

Key Bomber too down on confidence for AFL level

Key Bomber too down on confidence for AFL level

Essendon interim coach Dean Solomon says defender Ben McKay doesn't have the form or confidence to play at AFL level at the moment.

Crows cruise past Bombers to go fourth in AFL

Crows cruise past Bombers to go fourth in AFL

Crows cruise past Bombers to go fourth in AFL

Crows cruise past Bombers to go fourth in AFL

Adelaide have returned to winning ways, beating last-placed Essendon by 72 points to climb to fourth on the AFL ladder.

Top four alive: Demons hold on to defeat battling Suns

Top four alive: Demons hold on to defeat battling Suns

Top four alive: Demons hold on to defeat battling Suns

Top four alive: Demons hold on to defeat battling Suns

Melbourne have emerged with a hard-fought nine-point AFL defeat of Gold Coast at People First Stadium.

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Yze praises veterans after Tigers beat wayward Eagles

Richmond coach Adam Yze praised his veterans after the Tigers snapped an eight-game losing streak by defeating an inaccurate West Coast at the MCG.

'Never surrender': Giants on the hunt for wildcard spot

GWS coach Adam Kingsley says the Giants are embracing a mantra introduced by the club's inaugural coach as they hunt a wildcard berth.

Carlton caretaker to make coaching call this week

After a stunning 9-2 record as Carlton's caretaker, Josh Fraser has says he will make a call this week about whether he enters the Blues coaching process.

'Not panicking': Lions optimistic after horror night

The Brisbane Lions will sweat on scans to key players who were injured in a shock 76-point smashing of Carlton just a month out from finals.

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Blues smash reigning premiers to enhance finals chances

Carlton have produced a remarkable 76-point thrashing of the Brisbane Lions, boosting Josh Fraser's chances of winning the full-time coaching job at the Blues.

GWS finals hopes alive after sinking Port Adelaide

GWS, with Jake Stringer and Stephen Coniglio both kicking three goals, have banked a vital 12-point away win over Port Adelaide.

Australia too good but Ireland re-match looms for AFLW

Australia have charged to a 50-point win over Ireland in the first women’s Australian rules international with a future game in Ireland looking likely.

Swans' fightback win over Saints marred by injury

Sydney were left counting the cost of the injury toll, marring a brave come-from-behind win over St Kilda at Marvel Stadium

Watson boots five as high flying Hawks beat gritty Roos

Despite trailing at three-quarter time, Hawthorn has gotten past North Melbourne by 16 points with Nick Watson starring with five goals.

We came to win: Dogs defend decision to rest key duo

The Bulldogs were held to a season-low 41 points against Fremantle on Friday, and their decision to rest Aaron Naughton and Cody Weightman raised eyebrows.

'Couldn't miss out': Gun Bomber happy with injury call

Talented defender Archie Roberts chose to delay shoulder surgery to help Essendon's young guns see out the season and has absolutely no regrets.

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