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AFL Players’ Association claims it has been kept in dark on league’s concussion review plan

The AFL has not provided a timeline or details on how it will care for injured former players despite pledging urgent action, the association claimed in a submission

The Guardian - AU

Lyon urges Caminiti to heed lesson in AFL striking ban

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon hopes young forward Anthony Caminiti will learn a lesson in how to deal with frustration after being hit with a three-match AFL ban.

AAP

Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff promised extra $54 million after pressure from AFL, emails show

The AFL squeezed an additional $54 million out of the Tasmanian government for a new state team, despite the premier initially arguing extra funding would "compromise sound economic governance", right to information documents reveal.

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Hamilton 1, Inverness 2: McKay winner sends Accies closer to play-off

John Rankin's side are edging closer to the play-offs after losing a crucial clash

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Giants confident swingman Himmelberg will re-sign

GWS restricted free agent Harry Himmelberg is expected to attract interest from other AFL clubs but coach Adam Kingsley is confident he will remain a Giant.

AAP

Tarryn Thomas returns to North via VFL program

Tarryn Thomas's AFL career is hanging in the balance but North Melbourne have permitted him to return to training with their VFL team.

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Swans won't rush Buddy despite heavy injury toll

Sydney are set to be without Lance Franklin for a second straight AFL game in Saturday night's grand final rematch with Geelong.

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Clarkson says Kangaroos need stability in defence

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says personnel changes haven't helped their defensive set-up but they must beat Gold Coast in the midfield this week.

AAP

Magpies ruckman Cox details scary internal injury

Collingwood ruckman Mason Cox says his internal injuries were initially misdiagnosed, and he made a dumb decision to train shortly after the setback.

AAP

Super Netball's biggest import for 2023 is already making a huge impact at the Adelaide Thunderbirds

The battle between English shooter Eleanor Cardwell and Diamonds defender Courtney Bruce is always a must-watch contest at the international level. Now the pair are set to face each other for the first time in Super Netball.

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Clarkson says AFL tackle crackdown changing the game

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says players could soon be stopped from pinning opponents' arms in tackles amid the AFL crackdown.

AAP

Gary Ablett Sr to sue AFL, Geelong and Hawthorn clubs over concussion claims

Geelong legend joins more than 60 AFL players now seeking compensation for head knock issues

The Guardian - AU

Ex-Geelong star Gary Ablett Sr sues AFL 'for millions'

An Australian Rules football legend is the latest player to sue the AFL for damages over concussion injuries he sustained while playing.

AAP

‘Struggles daily’: Gary Ablett sues AFL over brain damage

Gary Ablett Sr, one of the greatest players in AFL history, is suing the AFL and his former clubs for allegedly failing to protect him from brain damage.

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Saints' Caminiti, Bombers' Merrett set for AFL tribunal

The AFL tribunal could be set for a long night with St Kilda's Anthony Caminiti to face his striking charge and Essendon captain Zach Merrett to fight his ban.

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Suns coach Dew plays down pressure amid 1-4 start

Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew says he always feels pressure to perform but is adamant he isn't feeling additional heat after a difficult start to the season.

AAP

No timeline on Paddy McCartin concussion process

Coach John Longmire insists Sydney won't put any timeline on Paddy McCartin's recovery as the luckless defender manages the 10th concussion of his career.

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Power assistant coach Cornes defends Horne-Francis

Port Adelaide assistant coach Chad Cornes says he was older than Power young gun Jason Horne-Francis when he weathered booing from opposition fans.

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Nicky Winmar healing the wounds of 1993

St Kilda legend Nicky Winmar will take part in a healing ceremony 30 years after a 1993 incident at Victoria Park where he proudly pointed to his black skin.

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Regional South Australian towns vie to host an AFL Gather Round match

AFL's Gather Round has secured three years of funding to return to South Australia with at least one game guaranteed to be outside Adelaide, exciting regional towns that hope to host a match.

AAP

Injury-hit Geelong send Stengle, Stanley for surgery

Geelong stars Tyson Stengle and Rhys Stanley are set to undergo surgery this week and face stints on the sidelines as the Cats prepare to take on Sydney.

AAP

Saints' Caminiti facing ban for off-the-ball hit

St Kilda forward Anthony Caminiti faces scrutiny over a high hit that left Collingwood defender Nathan Murphy concussed in Sunday's clash at Adelaide Oval.

The Guardian - AU

Young stars light up Adelaide as Gather Round proves a triumph for AFL

The inaugural Festival of Football gave fans a glimpse of the young gun players who will dominate the game for years to come

ABC News

AFL Round-Up: Gather Round is here to stay, Essendon and Adelaide shake up the 2023 season

The inaugural Gather Round gets the AFL's seal of approval, and sets up the rest of the 2023 season with some significant results. We digest the week that was.

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Local venues to lobby after Gather Round success

Inner-suburban Norwood Oval and the Mt Barker ground in the Adelaide Hills were big features of Gather Round, which will stay in South Australia.

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