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Mitchell braces for tough call if Hawks reach decider

Mitchell braces for tough call if Hawks reach decider

Calsher Dear is out of Hawthorn's semi-final against Adelaide with a hamstring injury but the key forward could yet return to play a role in the AFL finals.

AFL coaches unconvinced on merits of last disposal rule

AFL coaches unconvinced on merits of last disposal rule

AFL coaches unconvinced on merits of last disposal rule

AFL coaches unconvinced on merits of last disposal rule

AFL football performance boss Greg Swann is set to recommend a 'last disposal' rule to the AFL Commission but coaches aren't sure the change is necessary.

Giants pair eye exit door after finals heartbreak

Giants pair eye exit door after finals heartbreak

Giants pair eye exit door after finals heartbreak

Giants pair eye exit door after finals heartbreak

GWS pair Leek Aleer and Jacob Wehr are set to depart the club following the Giants' tough elimination final loss to Hawthorn.

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Premier eyes local solutions to youth gang 'cancer'

Premier eyes local solutions to youth gang 'cancer'

With public concern mounting over youth crime following the deadly stabbing of two boys, a state premier has made a plea for "local solutions".

Hawks face finals shake-up with key forward ruled out

Hawks face finals shake-up with key forward ruled out

Mitch Lewis kicked four goals in the VFL and could be recalled for Hawthorn's semi-final against Adelaide after Calsher Dear was ruled out.

'Steve Irwin gene': slain veteran cop's bravery saluted

'Steve Irwin gene': slain veteran cop's bravery saluted

A retiring police officer thought of himself as indestructible and remarked he was going to miss the job before being gunned down in cold blood.

'Thank God': Hawks forward winning confidence battle

'Thank God': Hawks forward winning confidence battle

One of the heroes of Hawthorn's elimination final win over GWS has spoken candidly of his struggles with self-confidence.

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Notorious mushroom killer could walk free in her 80s

Notorious mushroom killer could walk free in her 80s

Notorious mushroom killer could walk free in her 80s

Notorious mushroom killer could walk free in her 80s

Convicted killer Erin Patterson has been left with the hope of one day being released after murdering three lunch guests with deadly mushrooms.

Victory snap up Socceroo for fresh shot at silverware

Victory snap up Socceroo for fresh shot at silverware

Victory snap up Socceroo for fresh shot at silverware

Victory snap up Socceroo for fresh shot at silverware

After losing star midfielder Ryan Teague to an overseas move at the end of the last A-League Men season, Melbourne Victory have snapped up another Socceroo.

App paving way for cerebral palsy early diagnosis

App paving way for cerebral palsy early diagnosis

App paving way for cerebral palsy early diagnosis

App paving way for cerebral palsy early diagnosis

An app is helping speed up the process of diagnosing cerebral palsy in babies by allowing parents to complete an early test from their own home.

Sweet 16 as North Melbourne thump Pies in AFLW romp

Sweet 16 as North Melbourne thump Pies in AFLW romp

Sweet 16 as North Melbourne thump Pies in AFLW romp

Sweet 16 as North Melbourne thump Pies in AFLW romp

North Melbourne have posted their 16th consecutive AFLW win after powering past Collingwood by 45 points.

Geelong silenced 'haters' with Lions win: star Cat

Geelong silenced 'haters' with Lions win: star Cat

Geelong silenced 'haters' with Lions win: star Cat

Geelong silenced 'haters' with Lions win: star Cat

Geelong's lead-in to the AFL finals was under scrutiny but midfielder Max Holmes believes their stunning qualifying final performance silenced those doubts.

Tears for young victims as cops search for gang killers

Tears for young victims as cops search for gang killers

Tears for young victims as cops search for gang killers

Tears for young victims as cops search for gang killers

The deaths of two boys on usually quiet suburban streets has the hallmarks of a youth gang attack as detectives hunt for up to eight offenders.

Briggs brilliance stunned Hawks star Meek in finals win

Briggs brilliance stunned Hawks star Meek in finals win

Briggs brilliance stunned Hawks star Meek in finals win

Briggs brilliance stunned Hawks star Meek in finals win

Hawthorn ruck Lloyd Meek says being able to rally and win after giving up a 42-point lead showed some of the Hawks' work coming to fruition.

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Lions midfield ready to lift in Neale's absence

Brisbane's premiership defence is hanging by a thread after several crucial injuries, but star midfielder Josh Dunkley is refusing to panic.

Huge Freeman reward no act of desperation say police

A 12-day manhunt for accused double murderer Dezi Freeman has been bolstered by a million-dollar reward offer for information leading to his arrest.

Storm lock down flyer until 2027, but door open for PNG

Melbourne have taken one of their key players off the market for 2027, meaning he cannot become a priority target for the Perth Bears' first roster.

'False promises': players fume over Western United woes

Western United players have become free agents after their club was placed into A-Leagues hibernation, with the players' union demanding action.

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Two hurt as Blues continue strong start to season

Carlton have paid a price for their 16-point win over the Western Bulldogs, with Mimi Hill and Jas Duursma hurt at Ikon Park.

Season over for two Lions premiership heroes

The Brisbane Lions' premiership defence has been dealt two huge blows after Eric Hipwood and Lachie Neale were ruled out for the rest of the finals series.

Demons assert flag credentials, end Tigers' finals bid

Melbourne captain Kate Hore has put on another masterclass in the undefeated Demons' 37-point AFLW demolition of winless Richmond at Casey Fields.

Impey primed to help hungry Hawks fly to finals success

After overcoming serious injuries, Hawthorn dasher Jarman Impey has entered his prime years later than expected and is desperate for AFL finals success.

Scintillating Cats topple Lions in AFL qualifying final

Geelong have beaten reigning premiers the Brisbane Lions by 38 points in the second AFL qualifying final to charge into a 14th preliminary final in 19 years.

Man jailed for bringing loaded firearm into packed MCG

A man who claimed he brought a loaded revolver to an AFL match to protect himself will remain in custody for at least another five months.

Storm shaken with duo joining Hughes on sidelines

Nelson Asofa-Solomona's NRL season could be over, and he'll be joined on the sidelines by Jahrome Hughes and Ryan Papenhuyzen.

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