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Darcy enjoys fun ruck battle with Jackson

Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy says the athleticism of new recruit Luke Jackson is pushing him to become a better player.

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Rockliff's dream for Hobart AFL stadium up against strong opposition, including from his own party

With critics seemingly everywhere, Tasmania's Premier Jeremy Rockliff is battling to deliver on what has almost accidentally become his pet project — securing the island state's entry into the AFL by building a new and very expensive stadium.

ABC News

Bombers apologise to former CEO Thorburn

Essendon have apologised to former NAB boss Andrew Thorburn after he lasted just one day as Bombers chief executive due to his church role.

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Essendon Football Club apologises to Andrew Thorburn over handling of his short stint as CEO

The Essendon Football Club says it should have "handled better" the events leading up to Andrew Thorburn's departure as the club's CEO after just one day in the role.

ABC News

Richmond star Bolton re-signs until 2028

Richmond star Shai Bolton has signed a five-year contract extension until the end of the 2028 AFL season in a big boost to the Tigers' premiership aspirations.

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Sydney Swans AFLW draft pick Alice Mitchell on the importance of regional football and equality

A move to Gunnedah to be with her partner and a spot on the Poochettes team leads to the chance to play with the Sydney Swans.

ABC News

Cooks on track to play Xmas NBL game

The Sydney Kings' expect Xavier Cooks to play on Christmas Day despite the star forward leaving Sunday's game early with ankle soreness.

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A-League boss Danny Townsend says sport will not bow to 'barbaric' behaviour as sanctions loom for Melbourne Victory

APL CEO Danny Townsend breaks his silence on the Melbourne pitch invasion as Football Australia serves Victory with a show-cause notice.

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Federal sports minister questions funding demand for AFL stadium in Hobart

As Tasmania prepares to make a business case for an AFL licence, the stadium required to make it a reality continues to be political football, with the Commonwealth now indicating it is not happy with the amount being sought.

ABC News

Former Canberra Raiders captain Terry Campese seeks Labor preselection in NSW seat of Monaro

Canberra Raiders captain Terry Campese puts his hand up to be NSW Labor's Monaro candidate ahead of next year's state election after being approached by Chris Minns last year.

ABC News

Roar bounce back in ALW, beat Wanderers

Brisbane have returned to the A-League Women winner's list after Katrina Gorry helped them down Western Sydney Wanderers 1-0.

AAP

Federal govt baulks at AFL stadium deal

Federal sports minister Anika Wells supports Tasmania's bid for AFL entry but has questioned the league's requirement for a new stadium to be built in Hobart.

AAP

Wanderers aim high in Western United clash

Western Sydney Wanderers have been the surprise package of this season's A-League Men and can make a statement with a win over champions Western United.

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Where will the money come from? After World Cup euphoria, Australian football confronts harsh reality

With less money to be earned through TV deals than rival codes, grassroots football is increasingly funded through sky-high registration fees that lock out disadvantaged families

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Fan protests begin as Roar beat Jets

Brisbane Roar have secured a late 1-0 win over Newcastle Jets in the ALM as supporters began protests against the sale of the grand final hosting rights.

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Thunder collapse to lowest-ever BBL score

The Sydney Thunder have collapsed in historic fashion, managing only 15 runs in their BBL loss to the Adelaide Strikers.

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AFL rivals didn't tempt Dogs' Beveridge

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge was linked to rival AFL clubs this year but rejected their interest to sign a two-year extension at Whitten Oval.

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Matildas star Gorry back for Roar in ALW

Brisbane will welcome the guidance and nous of Matildas star Katrina Gorry when she returns in the A-League Women clash with Western Sydney.

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Body burning killer 'utterly remorseless'

After shooting and killing Maddison Parrott at point blank range, Nicholas Cross burnt her body to cover his tracks but he maintains his innocence.

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Coach Beveridge re-signs with Bulldogs

The Western Bulldogs are sticking with 2016 premiership coach Luke Beveridge, signing the 52-year-old to a deal that will keep him at the club until 2025.

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Fired up Cripps set for big AFL season

The post-Brownlow blues that affected Port Adelaide star Ollie Wines this time last year have not yet troubled Carlton's medal winner Patrick Cripps.

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Heppell not tied to Bombers AFL captaincy

Dyson Heppell is happy to hand over the Essendon captaincy as soon as next season if the AFL club decides on a new-look leadership group.

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AFL won't change Brownlow voting process

The AFL will not alter its Brownlow Medal voting procedure, despite calls for it to be taken out of the hands of umpires after this year's betting scandal.

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Barilaro to wait nine months for hearing

John Barilaro has a nine-month wait ahead before a court will hear allegations he assaulted a cameraman as he faced scrutiny over an overseas trade role.

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Scott won't entertain Bombers finals talk

Essendon coach Brad Scott won't be distracted by early AFL finals expectations as he looks to bed down a new game plan with his developing playing group.

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