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Hawthorn forward hit with lengthy AFL suspension

Hawthorn forward hit with lengthy AFL suspension

Hawthorn forward Mabior Chol has copped a three-match suspension for a dangerous tackle on Geelong star Tom Stewart in the preliminary final.

Kangaroos demolish Blues to make it 18 straight wins

Kangaroos demolish Blues to make it 18 straight wins

Kangaroos demolish Blues to make it 18 straight wins

Kangaroos demolish Blues to make it 18 straight wins

Ash Riddell has pulled off another midfield masterclass as North Melbourne demolished Carlton to extend their winning streak to 18 games.

Lethal slams AFL after Cats star ruled out of decider

Lethal slams AFL after Cats star ruled out of decider

Lethal slams AFL after Cats star ruled out of decider

Lethal slams AFL after Cats star ruled out of decider

Leigh Matthews has called for the AFL pre-finals bye to be pushed back after Geelong star Tom Stewart was ruled out of the grand final through concussion.

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Hawks hold on after Magpies fourth-quarter scare

Hawks hold on after Magpies fourth-quarter scare

Aine McDonagh kicked two goals as Hawthorn held on for victory after a fourth-quarter challenge from Collingwood.

'Gutted': Hawks look to future with Cats too good

'Gutted': Hawks look to future with Cats too good

While Hawthorn made more progress this season, and know they are on the right track, their preliminary-final loss to Geelong was tough to take.

Hawks won't stand still as aggressive off-season looms

Hawks won't stand still as aggressive off-season looms

After Hawthorn lost their AFL preliminary final to Geelong, coach Sam Mitchell made it clear they cannot stand still and will aggressively recruit again.

Seven teens in custody charged with murder of two boys

Seven teens in custody charged with murder of two boys

Investigators continue to gather evidence into the alleged slayings of two boys walking home from basketball, as seven teens face murder charges.

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Lions stalwart's 'timely' return for prelim final

Lions stalwart's 'timely' return for prelim final

Lions stalwart's 'timely' return for prelim final

Lions stalwart's 'timely' return for prelim final

The heartbreak story of Brisbane's 2024 premiership, Oscar McInerney shapes as a crucial member of the Lions' push for back-to-back flags.

Geelong star to miss AFL grand final with concussion

Geelong star to miss AFL grand final with concussion

Geelong star to miss AFL grand final with concussion

Geelong star to miss AFL grand final with concussion

Geelong's Tom Stewart will miss the AFL grand final after he was substituted out of the Cats' win over Hawthorn with concussion.

'Really difficult': Dangerfield devastated for Stewart

'Really difficult': Dangerfield devastated for Stewart

'Really difficult': Dangerfield devastated for Stewart

'Really difficult': Dangerfield devastated for Stewart

Patrick Dangerfield's joy at Geelong winning through to the grand final was tempered by losing friend and teammate Tom Stewart for the game with concussion.

Star hurt as Cats claw past Hawks into AFL grand final

Star hurt as Cats claw past Hawks into AFL grand final

Star hurt as Cats claw past Hawks into AFL grand final

Star hurt as Cats claw past Hawks into AFL grand final

Led by Patrick Dangerfield, Geelong have rallied to dominate Hawthorn and progress to next week's AFL grand final against Collingwood or Brisbane.

Chol to face MRO scrutiny after Stewart tackle

Chol to face MRO scrutiny after Stewart tackle

Chol to face MRO scrutiny after Stewart tackle

Chol to face MRO scrutiny after Stewart tackle

Hawthorn tall utility Mabior Chol will await the verdict after his involvement in an incident that concussed Geelong defender Tom Stewart.

Police bill tops $25m as weekly Gaza protests bite

Police bill tops $25m as weekly Gaza protests bite

Police bill tops $25m as weekly Gaza protests bite

Police bill tops $25m as weekly Gaza protests bite

City traders say weekly protests against the war in Gaza are crushing business as independent costings put the police bill at $25 million.

High-profile man, co-accused fight rape charges

A high-profile man who cannot be identified has denied he and another man raped a woman in a liquor store car park.

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Hot mess: electronic sound studio moves to city's heart

Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio makes an extensive collection of music gear available to the public. Its move to the city will mean many more visitors.

Teens arrested over 'senseless' murder of two boys

Police have arrested seven teenagers over the stabbing murder of two boys on suburban streets as they were heading home from basketball.

Lions star pushing for potential grand-final return

Lachie Neale is ahead of schedule from injury with Brisbane coach Chris Fagan acknowledging he could have a big decision to make on his star midfielder.

Blue-collar backline to balance the Hollywood Hawks

Hawthorn defender Blake Hardwick is happy to let teammates revel in the spotlight as Sam Mitchell's men chase a spot in the AFL grand final.

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Magpies make brutal call on star for preliminary final

Bobby Hill has run out of time to force his way into Collingwood's line-up for their preliminary final against Brisbane, but could still feature this season.

Magpies coach McRae sees upside in last Brisbane loss

Coach Craig McRae says there's plenty of positives for Collingwood to take from their last clash with Brisbane, apart from the disappointing scoreline.

Cats coach Scott regrets run-in with female AFL staffer

In a 36-minute press conference, Geelong coach Chris Scott has expressed his regret for a run-in with an AFL employee, and addressed star Bailey Smith's antics.

Two face court for murder after 'amazing person' shot

Two men have faced court charged with murder over the shooting of a 26-year-old, as his family and friends remember the victim as a much-loved community figure.

'The worst thing': finals setback keeps driving Cat

Five years after he was dropped during the finals, one of Geelong's top midfielders says the setback continues to drive him.

Woman freed on bail over fire that killed two children

A mother who left three children aged under five at home alone minutes before a fire engulfed the property and killed two girls has been freed on bail.

'Looks too high': net zero spotlight on Liberal leader

The federal Liberal leader has offered an olive branch to mounting internal pressure for her to walk away from Australia's climate targets.

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