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Merrett equals Bombers record with seventh medal win

Merrett equals Bombers record with seventh medal win

A few days out from trade period, when Hawthorn are expected to recruit Zach Merrett, the Essendon star has won his seventh club best and fairest award.

Blues beat torrid conditions as Hawks' AFLW woes worsen

Blues beat torrid conditions as Hawks' AFLW woes worsen

Blues beat torrid conditions as Hawks' AFLW woes worsen

Blues beat torrid conditions as Hawks' AFLW woes worsen

Carlton have claimed a gritty victory over a resurgent Hawthorn after a first-quarter burst set the Blues up for a crucial AFLW win.

Doctors strike as dispute over pay, conditions drags on

Doctors strike as dispute over pay, conditions drags on

Doctors strike as dispute over pay, conditions drags on

Doctors strike as dispute over pay, conditions drags on

Thousands of doctors from a state's public hospitals have walked off the job, but a “meaningful” offer could soon be presented after more than a year of talks.

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Man accused of pledging allegiance to IS makes bail bid

Man accused of pledging allegiance to IS makes bail bid

A man charged with being a member of a terrorist organisation has argued he has exceptional reasons to be released back into the community.

Bombers poised to place pick No.1 bid on Port-tied star

Bombers poised to place pick No.1 bid on Port-tied star

Essendon will bid their prized No.1 pick on Port Adelaide academy prospect Dougie Cochrane, says Power list boss Jason Cripps.

Sheezel makes B&F history as North narrows coach search

Sheezel makes B&F history as North narrows coach search

With North Melbourne's senior coach hunt entering the pointy end, Harry Sheezel has won a third club best and fairest in just his fourth AFL season.

Bus likely faster than longed-for airport rail: expert

Bus likely faster than longed-for airport rail: expert

More details of the long-awaited Melbourne rail project have been revealed, but an expert says the airport bus will likely remain the faster option.

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Former draftee slams AFL over concussion plight

Former draftee slams AFL over concussion plight

Former draftee slams AFL over concussion plight

Former draftee slams AFL over concussion plight

Two years after he had to retire from the AFL without playing a senior game, Aiden O'Driscoll has gone into detail about the effects of his concussion.

AFL veteran's move from Lions to Magpies confirmed

AFL veteran's move from Lions to Magpies confirmed

AFL veteran's move from Lions to Magpies confirmed

AFL veteran's move from Lions to Magpies confirmed

After stating his time at Brisbane was over, the Lions and Collingwood have confirmed Lachie Neale will head to the Magpies as a free agent.

McDonald's stop after violent car theft from hospital

McDonald's stop after violent car theft from hospital

McDonald's stop after violent car theft from hospital

McDonald's stop after violent car theft from hospital

A man who stole a grandmother's car from outside a hospital, seriously injuring her, later used her bank card to buy cigarettes and fast food.

Geelong defender medically retired through concussion

Geelong defender medically retired through concussion

Geelong defender medically retired through concussion

Geelong defender medically retired through concussion

Geelong defender Jake Kolodjashni, who signed a secret waiver in his contract with the Cats in 2024, has been medically retired due to concussion.

Doctors to walk out as fears over patients' safety grow

Doctors to walk out as fears over patients' safety grow

Doctors to walk out as fears over patients' safety grow

Doctors to walk out as fears over patients' safety grow

A state's public hospital system will be without thousands of doctors for four hours later this week as they bid to win fairer pay and safer workloads.

Victim's 'reputation' at play in machete slaying

Victim's 'reputation' at play in machete slaying

Victim's 'reputation' at play in machete slaying

Victim's 'reputation' at play in machete slaying

A man who hacked his friend to death with a machete told police afterwards his alleged victim had been in a "zombie-state" after taking an illicit drug.

Driver admits killing pedestrian at comic event

Driver admits killing pedestrian at comic event

Driver admits killing pedestrian at comic event

Driver admits killing pedestrian at comic event

A driver has pleaded guilty to multiple charges after ploughing into a group of pedestrians at a major comic and gaming expo.

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Coaches votes stir controversy over Norm Smith Medal

Coaches votes from the AFL grand final have cast a bigger cloud over the Norm Smith Medal judges' selection of Fremantle livewire Shai Bolton.

Labor ratings hit new low despite leadership change

A change in leadership has failed to improve public perception of Labor in one state, as polling shows a collapse in confidence and a shift in voter priorities.

Bombers land premiership coach for key role

Essendon have pulled off a huge recruiting coup, luring John Longmire away from Sydney to be their new head of performance.

Man accused of murdering friend with machete

A man who allegedly killed his friend by hitting him dozens of times with a machete later told police he did so in self-defence.

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Australia 'in denial' after king's criminal case fails

A prominent activist attempting to charge King Charles with the genocide of Aboriginal people hopes to take the fight to an international court.

'We struggle': paramedic-led mental health plan slammed

Paramedics would take the lead in responding to mental health crises, under guidelines an ambulance union says are well-intentioned but cause for concern.

'None of my business': Fagan won't crown AFL successor

Still tossing up his AFL coaching future, Brisbane's Chris Fagan has declared he would not be part of picking a potential successor.

'Fight to win': Dunkley a four-time premiership hero

Brisbane have a prized rating at the club that midfielder Josh Dunkley wins nearly every week and in Saturday's AFL grand final, it was easy to see why.

Grieving dad backs vow to axe scheme cutting jail terms

A controversial law that shaves time off prisoners' sentences for good behaviour under certain conditions would be axed with a change of state government.

'One more year': Lions fans go wild for coach Fagan

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan is seriously considering retirement after a third-straight premiership, but Lions fans want to convince him for one last dance.

Stunning AFL grand final breaks TV viewing records

Brisbane's epic AFL grand final comeback triumph over Fremantle was also a big win for the Seven Network and the league, with record viewing numbers.

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