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Former footballer Troy Bond calls on AFL to address racism after four players allegedly faced social media abuse

On the eve of an historic weekend for the AFL, a former player has vented his frustrations with a game that has long been marred by racial vilification against its Indigenous players.

ABC News

Gather Round a winner before ball bounces: AFL boss

Before a ball is bounced, South Australia's premier and the chief of the AFL are already hailing the inaugural Gather Round as a success.

AAP

Longmire calls for calm amid McCartin speculation

Sydney are no closer to formulating a return-to-play timeline for defender Paddy McCartin, who suffered the 10th concussion of his AFL career on Saturday.

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Afternoon Update: WA braces for powerful cyclone; AFL opens racism investigations; and China’s first H3N8 bird flu death

A cyclone powerful enough to ‘pick up a caravan’ is due to hit Western Australia on Thursday

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AFL to keep lobbying for federal funds for Tasmania bid

The AFL will continue to lobby the federal government for funds to help build a stadium in Tasmania that will pave the way for a top-flight team in the state.

AAP

North's Thomas has decision to make on future: AFL boss

AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan says North Melbourne's Tarryn Thomas has a decision to make after the player posted a video of himself flouting road rules.

AAP

Witts still sore as hot and cold Suns weigh up options

Gold Coast are treating influential ruckman Jarrod Witts' prolonged soreness with caution ahead of a crucial AFL Gather Round clash with Fremantle.

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AFL trying to hunt down racists: CEO McLachlan

AFL chief Gillon McLachlan says he's exasperated at a fresh spate of racist abuse of players, while pledging to continue to try and hunt down culprits.

AAP

Day, Rohan to challenge AFL dangerous tackle bans

Hawthorn's Will Day and Geelong's Gary Rohan will front the AFL tribunal in a bid to have their respective rough conduct charges downgraded.

AAP

Fit-again Brown gives Demons AFL selection headache

Key tall Ben Brown is back in the selection mix for Melbourne's clash with Essendon as Simon Goodwin ponders the make-up of his most effective forward-line.

AAP

AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan condemns racial vilification of players as Fremantle Dockers, Brisbane Lions call out abuse

AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan says abuse of players must stop as a further four comments are subject to online comments.

ABC News

‘Enough is enough’: Brisbane Lions star Charlie Cameron racially abused as AFL investigation widens

Brisbane's Charlie Cameron is the latest AFL target of racial abuse as an investigation widens to include clubs angered by vilification.

The New Daily

Tarryn Thomas no closer to returning to North Melbourne

Tarryn Thomas is no closer to returning to North Melbourne as a social media post again places the troubled AFL player under a spotlight.

AAP

Collingwood's Crisp avoids sanction over leaked photos

Magpie Jack Crisp has avoided any meaningful sanction for a video that circulated on social media featuring images of him and references to illicit drugs.

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AFL announces punishment for Collingwood star Jack Crisp after lewd video scandal

The AFL has announced sanctions for Collingwood's Jack Crisp after the leaked video scandal.

AAP

Sydney's Lance Franklin ruled out of Tigers AFL clash

Sydney will be without superstar forward Lance Franklin for their clash with Richmond after he failed to recover from a knock to his knee.

AAP

Lions star racially abused as AFL investigation widens

Brisbane star Charlie Cameron has been racially abused online with the Lions the third club in a 24-hour span to detail the vilification of players.

AAP

Lions' Rolls-Royce seeks polish in North AFL test

Hugh McCluggage admits his usually silky distribution has been below its best during the Brisbane Lions' rollercoaster 2-2 start to the AFL season.

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AAP

Lynch rough conduct charge thrown out at AFL tribunal

Richmond star Tom Lynch has been cleared by the AFL tribunal of rough conduct while Carlton's Harry McKay had his one-match striking ban downgraded to a fine.

AAP

No drinking culture at St Kilda, says captain Wilkie

Returning St Kilda coach Ross Lyon is getting credit for lifting standards at Moorabbin, but his players deny he had to fix a drinking culture on his return.

Football London

Every word Levy's new Tottenham number two Scott Munn has said and what's been said about him

The Tottenham Hotspur chairman has appointed a new man to the board and it's time to look at what he's said and what's been said about him

AAP

Scott furious at AFL 'approval' of ruck kneeing tactic

Geelong utility Mark Blicavs has become the latest player hurt by a ruck opponent's knee, prompting Chris Scott to call for the league to take action.

The New Daily

Adelaide’s Izak Rankine highlights online racial abuse after Crows’ win

Adelaide has strongly condemned "abhorrent" racism directed at young forward Izak Rankine on social media.

AAP

'Hunted' Lions adapt to AFL mindset shift

Brisbane midfielder Jarrod Berry admits the Lions are adjusting to their new status as "scalps" and must learn how to contend for an AFL premiership as such.

ABC News

Voice referendum Yes campaign keen to recruit Patty Mills, Adam Goodes and Cathy Freeman

Some of Australia's most famous Indigenous athletes are being wooed to join the Yes campaign advocating for a constitutionally-enshrined Voice to Parliament.

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