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Anglican bishop lashes Thorburn AFL exit

The resignation of Andrew Thorburn as Essendon AFL chief executive after 24 hours in the role constitutes religious discrimination, the opposition leader says.

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Ex-Essendon CEO Andrew Thorburn says linking faith and employment a ‘dangerous idea’

Thorburn, who resigned over links to church that condemns homosexuality, fears example will ‘reduce tolerance for others and diversity of thought’

The Guardian - AU

Andrew Thorburn had to choose between Essendon and his church – their values cannot be reconciled

Nobody said Thorburn could not hold a leadership position in society, he just couldn’t be CEO of a pro-LGBTQI+ football club

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Australian Rules-Essendon CEO quits after one day in the job over church links

Andrew Thorburn resigned as chief executive of Australian Football League club Essendon a day after his appointment following an immediate backlash over his links to a church that expressed opposition to homosexuality and abortion.

Reuters

Ex-Dons boss blasts AFL club's leadership

Paul Little says Essendon's bungled CEO appointment process is just one of a number of issues that are negatively affecting the AFL club.

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Former Essendon chair Paul Little says AFL club is making 'too many' mistakes, following Andrew Thorburn resignation

Andrew Thorburn resigned his position as Essendon chief executive on Tuesday, after revelations he was the chair of a church that had articles against abortion and homosexuality on its website.

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'Sad' Thorburn hits out after Bombers exit

Andrew Thorburn claims his Christian faith is "unacceptable" to Australians after his dramatic exit as Essendon AFL chief executive after one day in the role.

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Andrew Thorburn resigns as Essendon CEO after one day over links to controversial church

Essendon says City on a Hill’s values are in ‘direct contradiction’ with its own, as Daniel Andrews labels its views on homosexuality and abortion ‘appalling’

The Guardian - AU

McStay's move to Collingwood confirmed

Collingwood have officially secured Brisbane forward Daniel McStay, with the Lions receiving a second-round draft pick for losing the unrestricted free agent.

AAP

New Essendon CEO Andrew Thorburn steps down

Essendon's newly appointed CEO, Andrew Thorburn, has stepped down after being associated with homophobic views through the Christian church he leads.

ABC News

Bombers CEO resigns amid church links

New Essendon CEO Andrew Thorburn has resigned a day after the Bombers announced his appointment, due to his position at a controversial church.

AAP

Ex-NAB boss Andrew Thorburn appointed Essendon AFL CEO

Andrew Thorburn — who was NAB chief executive from 2014 to 2019 — replaces Xavier Campbell, with the Bombers describing the appointment as a "significant step forward" for the club.

ABC News

Ex-NAB boss appointed Essendon CEO

Andrew Thorburn will take over as CEO of Essendon on November 1, joining president Dave Barham and coach Brad Scott as new key appointments.

AAP

Brisbane Lions bounce back in AFLW with win over Essendon, Melbourne overwhelm Fremantle

Brisbane Lions are back on top of the AFLW ladder, after a seven-goal win over Essendon in Queensland in the first of three Sunday games.

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Lions belt Bombers in rebound AFLW win

Brisbane welcomed back star defender Kate Lutkins after nine months out injured as they rebounded from last week's Richmond loss to beat Essendon in the AFLW.

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New Bombers boss Scott up for AFL battle

Brad Scott says he goes into his new role as Essendon coach with "eyes wide open" to the pressures associated with coaching an AFL club.

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New Dons coach Scott warns hard work ahead

Club great Matthew Lloyd believes Essendon can play AFL finals under Brad Scott in 2023, but the new coach is only focused on laying the groundwork for success.

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Brad Scott appointed Essendon AFL men's head coach

Scott returns to the AFL coaching ranks, as the Bombers finally settle on a replacement Ben Rutten, who was sacked last month.

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Brad Scott enters Bombers AFL coach race

Former North Melbourne coach Brad Scott will be interviewed for Essendon's vacant head coach role, and Bombers great Matthew Lloyd considers him the favourite.

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AFLW Tribunal upholds Daria Bannister ban

Essendon's Daria Bannister has had her one-match ban for a dangerous tackle upheld at the AFLW Tribunal.

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Lade out of Essendon coach running in AFL

Brendon Lade has joined the Western Bulldogs as an assistant coach after being among the candidates for Essendon's head coaching role.

AAP

Georgie Prespakis banned for dump tackle

Geelong's Georgie Prespakis has been suspended for a dangerous tackle while Collingwood captain Steph Chiocci and Essendon's Daria Bannister were also banned.

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Pies bounce back, defeat Bombers in AFLW

Chloe Molloy snagged one of the goals of the AFLW season and Eliza James kicked two as Collingwood returned to the winners' circle against arch rivals Essendon.

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How Essendon and Port Adelaide stack up to previous AFLW expansion sides

For one side it's a damaging attack, for the other, it's a game of pressure. Gemma Bastiani analyses how Essendon and Port Adelaide are standing out from the other AFLW expansion sides.

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Hird confirms pitch for Essendon coach job

James Hird says redemption is among the reasons he wants to return as Essendon's head coach in the AFL.

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