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The decision to host the AFLW grand final between Brisbane and Melbourne at the Lions' new training facility in Springfield described as limiting growth and access to the game.

Melbourne coach Mick Stinear has no issue with playing at Brisbane's new venue, which will host its first competitive fixture with the AFLW grand final.

North Melbourne threw everything at Melbourne but couldn't capitalise on their chances, with the Demons grinding out a 17-point AFLW preliminary final win.

Melbourne advances to a second consecutive season decider following a tense 17-point victory over the Kangaroos in their preliminary final at Princes Park.

Brisbane's dominant first half has helped them to a 23-point defeat of Adelaide in Friday's AFLW preliminary final on the Gold Coast.

The Brisbane Lions produce a dominant performance to defeat the defending premiers by 23 points in the first preliminary final, earning hosting rights for the season decider.

The Brisbane Lions receive permission to host the AFLW grand final at the club's new training base in Springfield.

Brisbane's newly-built Springfield headquarters will be the venue for the AFLW grand final if the Lions earn the right to host it.

After six fruitless AFLW seasons, red-hot Melbourne believe a flag is within reach as they prepare to take on North Melbourne for a spot in the grand final.

From the last line of defence to forward pressure, the Demons' AFLW game plan makes it as hard as possible for opposition teams to get a shot on goal, never mind score — and, as Gemma Bastiani writes, they are close to becoming the stingiest defence in league history.

Brisbane Lions coach Craig Starcevich says finishing as minor premiers will count for nothing in the AFLW preliminary final against Adelaide Crows.