Morning Mail: Nepal faces fresh flood threat; Ratko Mladić dies in prison; and AFL finals kick off Governments scramble to send aid to stricken region as lake threatens to burst The Guardian - AU · Aug 27
Ex-AFL star Nicky Winmar jailed then bailed over attack Former AFL icon and anti-racism advocate Nicky Winmar will fight a prison sentence he received for assaulting a woman. AAP · Aug 27
AFL finals: why every team can – and can’t – win the 2026 premiership The first season with a wildcard round means 10 clubs are still in with a shot of tasting the ultimate success. We examine their strengths and weaknesses The Guardian - AU · Aug 27
'Work to do': AFL chair on respect for women AFL chairman Craig Drummond says respect for women is "not negotiable" for the league following the Sydney Swans hotel scandal. AAP · Aug 27
Geelong fined $140,000 over secret Jake Kolodjashnij concussion waiver AFL sanctions Cats for failing to lodge variation to player’s contract while Andrew Dillon says league would not accept same deal lodged today The Guardian - AU · Aug 27
Carlton coach expects youngsters to shine on big stage After extraordinary seasons, Carlton young guns Jagga Smith and Harry Dean have been backed to carry their form into a wildcard showdown against Melbourne. AAP · Aug 27
Vulnerable but strong: Sydney's AFLW team forge ahead Sydney's AFLW players are bravely forging ahead through the crisis engulfing the men's team, with vulnerability proving crucial in keeping them strong. AAP · Aug 27
'Can't happen': Cats fine sparks AFL concussion review Geelong have been fined $140,000 by the AFL, but an investigation found there was no intention to conceal Jake Kolodjashnij's concussion waiver. AAP · Aug 27
Bulldogs coach 'falls off chair' after Magpies training The Western Bulldogs, and other Marvel Stadium tenant clubs, have reacted strongly to Collingwood being allowed a main training session at the Docklands venue. AAP · Aug 27
Reid's two-game suspension upheld at AFL Tribunal West Coast young gun Harley Reid will miss the first two rounds next season after the Eagles failed in their bid to downgrade his rough conduct charge. AAP · Aug 26
Bulldogs young gun opens up on 'circuit breaker' Back in top form approaching finals, Western Bulldogs young gun Joel Freijah has detailed how he worked his way out of a "challenging" time this season. AAP · Aug 26
'Not a one-man job': Blues' plan for red-hot Pickett Carlton defender Adam Cerra has opened up on the Blues' plans for Melbourne's dual All-Australian star Kysaiah Pickett in their wildcard final. AAP · Aug 26
Fremantle forward announces shock AFL retirement Fremantle forward Sam Switkowski has shocked even his own teammates by announcing his AFL retirement, but he hopes to go out with a bang. AAP · Aug 26
How AFL is being used to boost Indonesian relations One of AFL's leading figures is being used as part of efforts to boost cultural connections with one of Australia's nearest neighbours. AAP · Aug 26
The Guardian - AU · Aug 26 From the Pocket: Geelong is a club that pushes its luck but the concussion story must not be buried The Sydney Swans scandal was the last thing the AFL wanted, though it was convenient in terms of helping the Cats waiver saga fade away
AAP · Aug 26 After big month, Pies' Schultz charges into AFL finals A key member of Collingwood's recast attack has been through a lot in the last few weeks, heading into their AFL wildcard final against the Western Bulldogs.
AAP · Aug 26 'Not true': Giants star opens up on future GWS captain Toby Greene admits he "couldn't give a f*** about facilities" as he prepares to meet Geelong about a potential move to the Cats.
AAP · Aug 26 Magpies coach rates chances of superstar playing on Collingwood coach Craig McRae has spoken about Scott Pendlebury's future after the Magpies champion suffered a hamstring injury on the eve of finals.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 25 Morning Mail: Dolly Parton dies aged 80, datacentre rush risk, Canada slaps 50% tariffs on US The world of music mourns one of its greatest ever performers and songwriters; Ottawa government retaliates against Washington ‘dollar for dollar’
AAP · Aug 25 More accolades to come for Magpies superstar Daicos Continuing to rack up awards at a historic rate, superstar Nick Daicos is tracking to be Collingwood's full-time captain as soon as next season.
AAP · Aug 25 Flag hero Boyd urges Bulldogs to build finals momentum A decade on from the Western Bulldogs' famous 2016 AFL premiership, ex-player Tom Boyd says they can build a decent run in this finals series.
AAP · Aug 25 'Back in the classroom': The plan to develop Bombers New Essendon coach Mark McVeigh is focused on developing the Bombers' young talent and isn't wondering whether more pain lies ahead for the AFL club.
AAP · Aug 25 Crows skipper lauded for season after family tragedy Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson has won a swag of individual awards for his outstanding AFL season after the death of his elder brother Jaryd.
AAP · Aug 25 Kolodjashnij returns to training amid concussion saga The Geelong player at the centre of the club's concussion saga has returned to training and could play in the Cats' VFL qualifying final this weekend.
AAP · Aug 25 Why 'Spike' is well-armed for unique Essendon challenge Mark McVeigh will have to mend a sharply divided club in his return to Essendon, having beaten a fascinating path back to the Bombers since retiring in 2012.