Gillon McLachlan to steer AFL into 2023 Gillon McLachlan will remain as AFL CEO until April 2023, with the league now hopeful of appointing his replacement early in the new year. AAP · Nov 23, 2022
AFLW winner Anderson targets grand final AFLW best and fairest winner Ally Anderson wants to set the award aside as she prepares for Brisbane's home grand final against Melbourne. AAP · Nov 22, 2022
AFLW star Purcell relishing time at Demons Dual All-Australian midfielder Olivia Purcell feared she might not play AFLW in 2022, instead she is preparing for her second grand final in seven months. AAP · Nov 22, 2022
Starcevich the Lions king for AFLW decider Brisbane Lions AFLW coach Craig Starcevich has been hailed by key defender Shannon Campbell as the side's rock ahead of the grand final against Melbourne. AAP · Nov 22, 2022
Brisbane Lion Ally Anderson wins AFLW best and fairest, Hannah Ewings named rising star Brisbane Lion Ally Anderson is the first best and fairest winner in AFLW history not to make the All-Australian team. ABC News · Nov 22, 2022
Kearney extends AFLW All-Australian run North Melbourne star Emma Kearney is the only player to be named in all seven AFLW All-Australian teams, while Port Adelaide's Hannah Ewings is the Rising Star. AAP · Nov 22, 2022
Lions adopt Waugh footing for AFLW decider Brisbane Lions winger Sophie Conway says her team is not satisfied with what they have achieved this year and have a ruthless mindset ahead of the AFLW decider. AAP · Nov 22, 2022
Bates' loyalty to Lions leads to AFLW GF Brisbane Lions star Emily Bates was headhunted to leave the club at the start of 2022 after a stellar season, but a player pact to stay together has paid off. AAP · Nov 22, 2022
Family ties inspire AFLW star Lily Mithen Laurie Mithen was a five-time VFL flag hero for Melbourne and AFLW star Lily Mithen hopes to add another premiership piece to the family legacy. AAP · Nov 21, 2022
Lions take aim at AFLW GF venue critics Brighton Homes Arena has come in for some criticism over its new playing surface but the Brisbane Lions believe they have the best AFLW venue in the country. AAP · Nov 21, 2022
Daisy Pearce uncertain over AFLW future Melbourne captain Daisy Pearce will embark on a coaching career when her AFLW playing days are over but hasn't yet made a decision on when that will be. AAP · Nov 21, 2022
Dees star Harris clear for AFLW decider A shoulder injury won't stop Melbourne forward-ruck Tayla Harris competing in Sunday's AFLW grand final against the Brisbane Lions. AAP · Nov 21, 2022
Newcastle City product named in national AFLW academy She's now eligible for the 2023 draft. Newcastle Herald · Nov 21, 2022
Melbourne and Brisbane provide fitting match-up for AFLW grand final The Dees and Lions will renew their rivalry on Sunday with a second premiership flag of 2022 up for grabs The Guardian - AU · Nov 20, 2022
ABC News · Nov 20, 2022 Brisbane Lions' Springfield training facility for AFLW grand final questioned as being too small and limiting 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.
AAP · Nov 19, 2022 Demons happy to enter Lions' new AFLW den 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.
AAP · Nov 19, 2022 Dees hold off North to reach AFLW decider 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.
ABC News · Nov 19, 2022 Melbourne to play Brisbane Lions in AFLW grand final after edging Kangaroos by 17 points Melbourne advances to a second consecutive season decider following a tense 17-point victory over the Kangaroos in their preliminary final at Princes Park.
AAP · Nov 18, 2022 Bates powers Lions to fourth AFLW decider 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.
ABC News · Nov 18, 2022 Brisbane Lions outclass Adelaide Crows by 23 points to secure home AFLW grand final 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.
ABC News · Nov 18, 2022 Brisbane Lions' new Springfield home cleared to host AFLW grand final The Brisbane Lions receive permission to host the AFLW grand final at the club's new training base in Springfield.
AAP · Nov 18, 2022 Brisbane clear to host AFLW grand final Brisbane's newly-built Springfield headquarters will be the venue for the AFLW grand final if the Lions earn the right to host it.
AAP · Nov 18, 2022 Demons equipped to snare elusive AFLW flag 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.
ABC News · Nov 17, 2022 Why Melbourne Demons are one of the hardest teams to score against in AFLW history 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.
AAP · Nov 17, 2022 Lions yet to peak as Crows loom: Coach Brisbane Lions coach Craig Starcevich says finishing as minor premiers will count for nothing in the AFLW preliminary final against Adelaide Crows.