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Demons kick clear to start new AFLW era with win

Melbourne looked in trouble at three-quarter time, but they kicked three goals and kept Hawthorn scoreless to start their AFLW season with a 19-point win.

AAP · Aug 13

Hawks, new-look Demons ready to make AFLW statements

Melbourne are determined to start a new era in perfect style while Hawthorn have a point to prove when they meet in the AFLW first round.

AAP · Aug 12

Premier defies parliament's AFL stadium cost request

Calls for an updated cost estimate for Hobart's $1.13 billion waterfront stadium won't be heeded as a premier declares it could damage the bidding process.

AAP · Aug 10

AFLW stars want league to seize fresh momentum

After the success of the exhibition match between Australia and Ireland, AFLW players want the momentum to drive into the regular sport.

AAP · Aug 3

AFLW All-Stars and Ireland delight a different type of sports crowd: ‘There’s nothing quite like it’

There was a carnival atmosphere as a packed North Sydney Oval witnessed the first international women’s Australian rules game

The Guardian - AU · Aug 2

Australia too good but Ireland re-match looms for AFLW

Australia have charged to a 50-point win over Ireland in the first women's Australian rules international with a future game in Ireland looking likely.

AAP · Aug 1

Players done waiting for once-in-a-decade showdown

The teams have been selected, the group chats created, scruples about the venue hashed out, so now Australia and Ireland are ready to rumble.

AAP · Jul 30

AFLW All-Stars game offers a chance to celebrate how Irish players have shaped the game

Forty-six Irish players are on current AFLW lists and Saturday’s sold-out game provides a unique opportunity to highlight their influence

The Guardian - AU · Jul 30

Kearney's future a mystery after missing historic clash

AFLW all-time great Emma Kearney will miss Australia's clash with Ireland, raising retirement speculation for the North Melbourne star.

AAP · Jul 30

Double-headers dominate final AFL fixtures

An MCG double-header and AFLW games before the men dominate the AFL's fixture release for round 23 and 24.

AAP · Jul 29