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Pursuit of key Carlton defender continues to heat up

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has declined to talk about the club's chase of Jack Silvagni, but admitted every club is on the hunt for good free agents.

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Jayden Nguyen’s Bombers debut could herald new era as AFL tackles cultural diversity

The milestone for the Vietnamese community comes as the league tries to capitalise on inclusivity and shed its past image of division

The Guardian - AU

From the Pocket: nagging questions remain but Simon Goodwin’s gameplan ultimately marked his card

Some things were beyond the now sacked coach’s control but too often Melbourne’s issues stemmed from his lack of imagination

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Mavs joins Vixens on hunt for new Super Netball coach

The Melbourne Mavericks will have a new Super Netball coach in 2026 after former England coach Tracey Neville announced her departure.

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Another Port player set to miss rest of AFL season

Port Adelaide's Jase Burgoyne is set to miss the rest the season and be added to a long list of Power players sent for surgery this year.

AAP

Pearce set for AFL return, Dockers undecided on Fyfe

Fremantle skipper Alex Pearce has played just once in the past 10 weeks, and he won't be at 100 per cent fitness when he faces Port Adelaide.

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Last-round fixture sets Suns a task in AFL finals bid

Damien Hardwick's Gold Coast Suns face a make-or-break period of two games in less than a week as they chase a historic first AFL finals appearance.

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Hawks coach confident injury-plagued star will be back

Will Day's season-ending foot injury is a massive blow for Hawthorn as they prepare for a blockbuster against Collingwood.

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A long-running anti-DEI lawsuit could have high stakes for corporate diversity

A reverse-discrimination suit against B2B company Hello Alice has become a proving ground in the legal battle over diversity-oriented corporate programs.

Fortune

The sacking of Simon Goodwin was ruthless but the right call for the Demons

There is no room for sentiment in the cut-throat world of AFL football and it became a matter of ‘when’ rather than ‘if’ the axe would fall on the coach

The Guardian - AU

AFL urged to lock in women’s grand final at its own 53,000-capacity Marvel Stadium

Leading figures in the AFLW have urged officials to think big around the venue for November’s grand final, and prioritise women’s football over concerts

The Guardian - AU

Demons' AFL instability won't affect us: AFLW skipper

Melbourne have been rocked by the sacking of AFL coach Simon Goodwin, but AFLW captain Kate Hore has played down any effect on the club's women's team.

AAP

Injury opens door for luckless Lion's overdue moment

Harris Andrews has endorsed Tom Doedee for an AFL shot with Brisbane, nearly two years after the Adelaide recruit first arrived at the club.

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'Now is the right time': Port champion Boak retires

Port Adelaide great Travis Boak will retire at the end of the season alongside long-time coach Ken Hinkley, drawing the curtain on his 19-year AFL career.

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The Guardian - AU

‘A massive call’: AFL premiership coach Simon Goodwin sacked by Melbourne Demons

Melbourne have sacked premiership coach Simon Goodwin after almost nine seasons in charge of the AFL club, with just three games left in the 2025 campaign

AAP

'Simon can coach' - but no longer at Demons

Departing Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has the rare and dubious distinction of being sacked after a huge AFL win.

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The new Madden’s arrival gets closer every day, and gamers are already looking forward to what they want to do with the game, including the fun of customizing rosters. Operation Sports forum member Iteachpercussion is known for creating classic rosters and recently sought input on which seasons others would love…

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Magpies flag changes for massive Hawks clash

Jeremy Howe will make a welcome return from injury, but small forward Bobby Hill is ill and is in doubt for Thursday night's big match against Hawthorn.

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I've had a good crack: Ward retires with no regrets

Beloved GWS champion Callan Ward knows he won't be part of the maiden Giants premiership team, but he ends his storied AFL career with no regrets.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: killings hidden in coded diaries of WA settler, huge Gaza protest on Sydney Harbour Bridge, Piastri second in Hungary

Diary entries tell bloody story of Australia’s past; tens of thousands cross Sydney Harbour Bridge to protest against Gaza war; thrilling end to Hungarian GP

AAP

Hollands returns as young Blue gets heartbreaking news

Elijah Hollands has returned from personal leave following a two-and-a-half month break, and he's set to play in the VFL this weekend.

AAP

Call-up looms for Fyfe after Young scans come through

Fremantle have ruled Hayden Young out of Saturday night's clash with Port Adelaide, but there's still a chance he will return before the finals.

The Guardian - AU

Pissants by Brandon Jack review – is this novel a critique or a celebration of toxic masculinity? Even it isn’t sure

The former AFL player’s debut novel barely has a plot, following a group of aggressive, entitled footy players as they get wasted and treat women like props

AAP

Star Dockers mid injured in comeback win over Carlton

Fremantle have kicked seven goals to one in the last quarter to post a crucial 27-point win over Carlton which keeps them in the hunt for a top-four berth.

AAP

Scott backs Cats' Jezza watch after Port demolition

Coleman Medal leader Jeremy Cameron has added another six goals to his season tally in Geelong's dominant win over an undermanned Port Adelaide.

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