Lions lean into experience in three-peat chase Brisbane are within touching distance of a third-straight premiership and coach Chris Fagan hopes experience holds sway in the grand final against Fremantle. AAP · Sep 19
Hawks to 'sit in anger' after prelim final heartbreak Hawthorn will sit in the anger and frustration of their AFL preliminary final loss to Brisbane then turn to recruiting and eyeing their 2027 tilt. AAP · Sep 19
Hawks and their fans rage after devastating AFL loss Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell spoke of mourning after they lost an epic AFL preliminary final, with a controversial umpiring decision pivotal at the end. AAP · Sep 19
Lions break Hawk hearts to set up shot at AFL hat-trick Brisbane will play Fremantle in next Saturday's AFL grand final after a controversial free kick was pivotal in their epic preliminary final win over Hawthorn. AAP · Sep 19
Neale stars in Lions' prelim win after early collision Brisbane star Lachie Neale has played a significant role in the Lions' classic AFL preliminary final win over Hawthorn after being felled at the opening bounce. AAP · Sep 19
Brisbane Lions defeat Hawthorn Hawks in AFL preliminary final – as it happened Hugh McCluggage kicked a match-winning goal in the last minute as the Lions booked a grand final spot in a thriller against the Hawks The Guardian - AU · Sep 19
Longmuir repays Freo faith with grand final appearance Justin Longmuir has steered Fremantle into the club's second grand final, riding the coaching rollercoaster under an intense spotlight throughout his tenure. AAP · Sep 19
Didn't faze us: Swans see bright future for young guns Sydney midfielder James Rowbottom is predicting a bright future for the AFL club's young stars after a gutsy display on the finals stage amid off-field turmoil. AAP · Sep 19
Wharfies make way to the MCG, whatever the price Airlines are being accused of "un-Australian price gouging" of Fremantle Dockers fans looking to reach this year's AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 19
'We're the AFL's fittest team: Dockers primed for final Fremantle have plenty of confidence in their fitness heading into next week's AFL grand final after their trademark fourth-quarter surge overpowered Sydney. AAP · Sep 18
Young talent peaking at right time for Freo Fremantle star Hayden Young is reaping the benefits of a careful management program as he sets his sets on premiership glory. AAP · Sep 18
Sydney veteran's future still clouded after finals loss Stand-in Swans' captain Dane Rampe's AFL future is unclear, with coach Dean Cox remaining non-committal after a devastating preliminary final loss. AAP · Sep 18
Swans should be proud despite finals heartbreak: coach Saying he has learned a "hell of a lot" in his first finals campaign as Sydney coach, Dean Cox has expressed pride in his side amid the club's crisis. AAP · Sep 18
Flag-winning trio key in Dockers' grand final prep Only three players in Justin Longmuir's Fremantle have prior premiership experience, and they will be crucial in the Dockers' grand final preparation. AAP · Sep 18
AAP · Sep 18 Lions star rediscovers best after backing of Fagan After the toughest season of his glittering career, Brisbane co-captain Hugh McCluggage has returned to form and is eyeing a historic premiership three-peat.
AAP · Sep 18 'We will be immortals': Dockers eye off history Fremantle will feature in just the second grand final of the club's history after coming from behind to defeat Sydney by 12 points at the SCG.
AAP · Sep 18 Young plays down 'fluke' game-turning goal for Dockers Hayden Young says he wasn't confident of nailing his after-the-siren set shot against Sydney but was glad it went in after copping a mouthful from Swans fans.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 18 Fremantle’s night of nights as they overrun Sydney and seal spot in second AFL grand final The Dockers booted five goals in the final term to defeat the Swans by 12 points in the preliminary final at the SCG
AAP · Sep 18 Dockers' sizzling surge seals spot in AFL grand final Fremantle will meet either Hawthorn or Brisbane in the AFL grand final as they chase a maiden premiership after coming from behind to beat Sydney.
AAP · Sep 18 Hawks hang tough to end Kangaroos' record AFLW streak Hawthorn have ended North Melbourne's record 32-game winning streak, upsetting the two-time defending AFLW premiers by seven points in Cairns.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 18 Fremantle Dockers defeat Sydney Swans in AFL preliminary final – as it happened The Dockers booted five goals while keeping the Swans goalless in the final term at the SCG to snatch a spot in their second AFL grand final
AAP · Sep 18 Lions star addresses motivation of potential three-peat Just two wins away from a third straight AFL premiership, Brisbane star Hugh McCluggage is adamant the chance to pull off a three-peat has yet to be discussed.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 18 In a debate about migration, the ABC had to present multiple views. But where to draw the line? Panel guest Conrad Gillard thanks broadcaster for allowing him to normalise ‘the idea of net-negative immigration’. Plus: Today’s ‘content-to-commerce engine’
AAP · Sep 18 What's not special about Hawthorn's cult hero? Hawthorn star Nick Watson has cast a spell over teammates and opponents alike as he looks to further cement himself as a big-game player in the AFL finals.
AAP · Sep 17 Swans keep the faith amid turmoil as Dockers test looms Driving Sydney's push for a grand final spot, veteran Jake Lloyd believes the Swans can't be reduced to a few individuals who "made the wrong choices".