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The Loop: Melissa Caddick inquest confirmed, Gillon McLachlan steps down as AFL boss, Britney Spears is having a baby

You're reading The Loop, a quick wrap-up of today's news.

ABC News

These are the AFLW's five biggest issues, as told to The W with Sharni and Sam

From full-time status to club access, an image has emerged of the AFLW's biggest issues after the 15 weeks of conversations on The W with Sharni and Sam podcast.

ABC News

Who will be the next AFL chief executive? The leading candidates after Gillon McLachlan's resignation

Gillon McLachlan has announced he will stand down as the AFL's chief executive at the end of 2022. The field is wide open to replace him, but several candidates have taken an early lead.

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Saints coach Ratten out with COVID-19

St Kilda's Brett Ratten has become the fourth AFL coach this season to be ruled out of leading his team on game day after testing positive for COVID-19.

AAP

Best still ahead as Lion Neale eyes 200

Brisbane midfielder Lachie Neale will play AFL game 200 against Collingwood on Thursday, the Brownlow Medallist confident his best is still to come.

AAP

Gillon McLachlan made his share of mistakes but the game was always foremost in his thinking

The departing AFL CEO’s ability to ‘see around corners’ helped him take the unpredictability of the league in his stride

The Guardian - AU

Ex-AFL player may lose leg, court told

Former Carlton footballer Ron De Iulio, 49, has been sentenced to a diversion program after being found with a large amount of drugs and cash.

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St Kilda challenge Paddy Ryder's AFL ban

St Kilda will head to the tribunal after opting to challenge a two-game AFL ban offered to star veteran Paddy Ryder for engaging in rough conduct.

AAP

Arnell named Port's first AFLW coach

Prominent former player Lauren Arnell has been named Port Adelaide's inaugural AFLW coach as the Power enters the competition next season.

AAP

Pies lose Mihocek, Ginnivan for Lions game

Already reeling from losing Jamie Elliott to a serious shoulder injury, Collingwood have added Brody Mihocek and Jack Ginnivan to their AFL injury list.

AAP

Full video: Gillon McLachlan explains his resignation as AFL chief executive at the end of the 2022 season

Outgoing AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan faces the media and says whoever replaces him will be 'completely different' as he confirms his departure at the end of the season. Re-live the blog and watch the conference replay.

ABC News

Gillon McLachlan: AFL chief executive to stand down at end of season

McLachlan says he has no regrets but it is the ‘right time’ to move on with the league in robust health.

The Guardian - AU

McLachlan to step down as AFL CEO

Gillon McLachlan was close to tears as he announced he will step aside as AFL CEO at the end of the 2022 season, but not before tackling an ambitious agenda.

AAP

Gillon McLachlan announces he is stepping down as AFL chief executive at end of 2022 season

An emotional Gillon McLachlan fights back tears as he announces he will step down as AFL boss at the end of the 2022 season, after eight years in the job.

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Saints ruck Ryder hit with AFL suspension

St Kilda ruckman Paddy Ryder stands to miss AFL games against Gold Coast and GWS for his bump on Hawthorn youngster Will Day, which drew a rough conduct charge.

ABC News

Crows fans praise AFLW premiership winners as celebrations continue in Adelaide

As the Adelaide Crows continue to celebrate their historic third AFLW premiership by meeting local fans, captain Chelsea Randall recalls a heart-warming interaction with a young supporter in the immediate aftermath of the match.

AAP

Young Swans forwards face stern AFL test

A Sydney attack without Lance Franklin, and with Tom Papley still sidelined, will face an in-form West Coast defence in the Good Friday clash at Optus Stadium.

AAP

Saints' Steele daring to dream in AFL

Three straight wins have fuelled belief and trust within St Kilda's playing group as they chase a drought-breaking AFL premiership this season.

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Port's Wines "fine" but will miss AFL game

Port Adelaide's Ollie Wines says he's feeling fine after a heart scare but won't play against Carlton in Sunday's AFL game.

AAP

Knee injury sidelines Naitanui in AFL

Just as West Coast are about to regain several key players they have lost star ruckman Nic Naitanui until the second half of the AFL season with a knee injury.

The Guardian - AU

AFLW’s first dynasty is born as Crows reap rewards of investment

Adelaide’s dominant grand final win over Melbourne has set the benchmark for the heights an AFLW side can achieve

ABC News

AFL round-up: West Coast Eagles defy the odds as Port Adelaide hit rock bottom in gripping round four

From some, like West Coast, round four changed the 2022 narrative. For others, like Port Adelaide, it simply reinforced our worst fears. We digest the week that was.

AAP

Hawks' Day rattled by Ryder AFL collision

Hawthorn youngster Will Day was substituted out with a concussion after a bump from St Kilda ruckman Paddy Ryder.

AAP

Cripps injured as Suns beat Carlton in AFL

Carlton captain Patrick Cripps suffered a hamstring injury as the Blues fell to a 30-point AFL loss against Gold Coast at Metricon Stadium.

AAP

In-form St Kilda surge past Hawks in AFL

Tim Membrey and Jade Gresham both kicked goals in each quarter and captain Jack Steele starred in St Kilda's comfortable AFL win over Hawthorn.

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