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Why Docker Erasmus knocked back Eagles and Dogs

Why Docker Erasmus knocked back Eagles and Dogs

Neil Erasmus is in career-best form and on the cusp of flag glory, but life would have been very different had he decided to join West Coast or the Bulldogs.

Dockers might still have Wharfie Time at final - Dillon

Dockers might still have Wharfie Time at final - Dillon

Dockers might still have Wharfie Time at final - Dillon

Dockers might still have Wharfie Time at final - Dillon

Fremantle's 'Wharfie Time' crowd and player motivator might still be permitted at their AFL grand final clash with Brisbane, AFL boss Andrew Dillon says.

Boks make 13 changes for Perth clash with Wallabies

Boks make 13 changes for Perth clash with Wallabies

Boks make 13 changes for Perth clash with Wallabies

Boks make 13 changes for Perth clash with Wallabies

Two-time World Cup-winning flyhalf Handre Pollard returns from injury among 13 changes for the Springboks for Sunday's clash with Australia at Optus Stadium.

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Wallabies blow as luckless star sent in for surgery

Wallabies blow as luckless star sent in for surgery

Western Force star Nick Champion de Crespigny has been rushed into the Wallabies squad after Charlie Cale suffered a year-ending shoulder injury at training.

Confidence missing: Murphy Reid told to watch himself

Confidence missing: Murphy Reid told to watch himself

Fremantle star Murphy Reid has been urged to sit in front of a screen and watch highlights of himself in order to regain his mojo.

The special letter that continues to inspire Fremantle

The special letter that continues to inspire Fremantle

Dockers forward Michael Frederick doesn't always light up the stat sheet but is primed to light up the grand-final stage as he attempts to become an immortal.

Wallabies eye Springboks scalp amid Flagmantle frenzy

Wallabies eye Springboks scalp amid Flagmantle frenzy

Flagmantle fever has taken over Perth, and the Wallabies want to ensure the party-like celebrations extend into Sunday with an upset win over the Springboks.

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Why Lions goalsneaks won't give Worner sleepless nights

Why Lions goalsneaks won't give Worner sleepless nights

Why Lions goalsneaks won't give Worner sleepless nights

Why Lions goalsneaks won't give Worner sleepless nights

Star Lions goalsneaks Charlie Cameron and Kai Lohmann loom as game changers in Saturday's grand final, but Karl Worner won't loose any sleep over them.

Rock art damage complaint goes to UN rights council

Rock art damage complaint goes to UN rights council

Rock art damage complaint goes to UN rights council

Rock art damage complaint goes to UN rights council

A traditional custodian will tell the UN Human Rights Council the federal government is allowing ongoing industrial damage to world-heritage-listed rock art.

Tassie smash WA in One-Day Cup

Tassie smash WA in One-Day Cup

Tassie smash WA in One-Day Cup

Tassie smash WA in One-Day Cup

Australia allrounder Beau Webster and fast bowler Riley Meredith have speared Tasmania to a comfortable nine-wicket win over WA in the One-Day Cup.

Wallabies star opens up on what killed his NFL dream

Wallabies star opens up on what killed his NFL dream

Wallabies star opens up on what killed his NFL dream

Wallabies star opens up on what killed his NFL dream

A hamstring injury cost Jordan Petaia his NFL dream, but the talented Wallabies back now has the chance to play in a home rugby World Cup.

Dockers' state-league boost ahead of AFL decider

Dockers' state-league boost ahead of AFL decider

Dockers' state-league boost ahead of AFL decider

Dockers' state-league boost ahead of AFL decider

Fremantle's Brandon Walker and Jaeger O'Meara kept themselves in the AFL grand final mix with strong performances for Peel Thunder in the WAFL season decider.

Surge mentality: Dockers forwards ready to stand tall

Surge mentality: Dockers forwards ready to stand tall

Surge mentality: Dockers forwards ready to stand tall

Surge mentality: Dockers forwards ready to stand tall

Fremantle forward Isaiah Dudley has outlined his plan to get the most out of key forwards Josh Treacy, Jye Amiss and Patrick Voss in the AFL grand final.

Phoenix thump Wildcats on NBL's opening night

Phoenix thump Wildcats on NBL's opening night

Phoenix thump Wildcats on NBL's opening night

Phoenix thump Wildcats on NBL's opening night

Teenager Dash Daniels played the game off his life as South East Melbourne Phoenix thumped the Perth Wildcats by 21 points out west.

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Swans move clear in AFLW top four, Bulldogs snare win

Sydney have recorded the fifth victory of their AFLW campaign, while the Western Bulldogs moved into the top eight with a win over Fremantle.

Longmuir repays Freo faith with grand final appearance

Justin Longmuir has steered Fremantle into the club's second grand final, riding the coaching rollercoaster under an intense spotlight throughout his tenure.

Search for shark and swimmer after fatal attack

Authorities are hunting for a large shark that fatally attacked a 63-year-old swimmer off a popular beach.

Flag-winning trio key in Dockers' grand final prep

Only three players in Justin Longmuir's Fremantle have prior premiership experience, and they will be crucial in the Dockers' grand final preparation.

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Fraser-McGurk's SA fireworks halted by Perth rain

South Australia have been forced to settle for a share of the spoils against WA after rain halted their One Day Cup match in Perth.

Beaches closed after swimmer killed in shark attack

Authorities have confirmed a male swimmer is dead after being attacked by a shark while swimming along the coast of a popular Western Australian beach.

Police officer convicted of assaulting newborn child

A police officer has been convicted of assaulting his five-week-old baby after the force announced he had been stood down from duty.

The special one: why Longmuir is on the cusp of history

Justin Longmuir's playing days ended at age 26, setting the platform for a coach who has confounded critics while reshaping Fremantle's quest for a maiden flag.

Special bond: Beale and O'Connor to take on Brumbies

James O'Connor has been named to make his first appearance for the Western Force since 2011 when they take on the Brumbies in Perth on Sunday.

Steals of the century: how Freo's misfits became gems

Fremantle have mashed together a Bombers discard and a series of speculative picks to create one of the most feared attacks in the competition.

Dockers defender Cox finds out his prelim final fate

Brennan Cox has been cleared to make his return from a calf injury this week, but he won't be lining up for Fremantle in Friday night's AFL preliminary final.

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