'Tip of the iceberg': Dawson backed after online abuse Hawthorn co-captain Jai Newcombe says online abuse of AFL players is much worse than is being reported, with Adelaide's Jordan Dawson the latest to call it out. AAP · Sep 14
Swans captaincy 'privilege, but bittersweet' for Rampe Dane Rampe will stand in for injured Sydney captain Callum Mills on the finals stage again as the Swans veteran weighs up his AFL future beyond September. AAP · Sep 14
'Can we do it?' Lions zero in on rare flag hat-trick The Brisbane Lions are motivated by the chance to create history as they chase two more wins required to complete a rare AFL premiership 'three-peat'. AAP · Sep 13
Morning Mail: One Nation sleepovers at Rinehart’s revealed, Japan trips getting more expensive, and more AI alarm New podcast looks at who One Nation really stands for; scrutiny over Australia’s military exports; AI bosses back calls to slow development The Guardian - AU · Sep 13
Old-fashioned spray sparks life into AFL three-peat Hawthorn await at the MCG after the Lions, spurred on by an old-school coaching spray, rediscovered their best at the Gabba to trounce Adelaide. AAP · Sep 13
'Tex staying, and so am I': Crows' coach confident Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks is confident about his future at the Crows after their finals' defeat - and says retiring spearhead Taylor Walker will stay too. AAP · Sep 12
Magnificent seven minutes boost Lions into AFL prelim A record-breaking start has propelled the Brisbane Lions into an AFL preliminary final against Hawthorn and bounced Adelaide out at the Gabba. AAP · Sep 12
Brisbane Lions defeat Adelaide Crows: AFL semi-final – as it happened The Lions keep their bid for a premiership three-peat alive as the reigning premiers thump the Crows by 53 points at the Gabba The Guardian - AU · Sep 12
Battle-hardened Hawks driven by painful finals memories Hawthorn sit just one win away from reaching their first grand final since 2015 but are all too aware how easily the opportunity can be ripped away. AAP · Sep 12
'Perfect match': Butters makes huge call on AFL future Star midfielder Zak Butters has made a decision on his AFL playing future, nominating the club he supported as a child as his preferred destination. AAP · Sep 12
Fagan's call to action with Lions' three-peat on line Two-time defending premiers Brisbane will need to bounce back from a stunting loss to Sydney in a knockout AFL semi-final against Adelaide at the Gabba. AAP · Sep 11
Geelong star in for surgery as Cats dealt knockout blow Geelong veteran Jeremy Cameron is booked for more surgery on his injured arm and faces a stint on the sidelines after the Cats' AFL finals exit. AAP · Sep 11
Danger stands tall, star Cats battle in AFL finals exit Patrick Dangerfield backed it up on the big stage, but other high-profile Cats struggled to make an impact in their AFL semi-final loss to Fremantle. AAP · Sep 11
Fremantle keep AFL premiership dream alive with win against Geelong in finals classic The Dockers hold off determined Cats for a 14-point victory in their semi-final at Optus Stadium to set up a showdown with the Swans The Guardian - AU · Sep 11
The Guardian - AU · Sep 11 Fremantle Dockers v Geelong Cats: AFL semi-final – as it happened The Dockers hold off the Cats with Luke Jackson standing tall for the minor premiers in an all-time classic at Optus Stadium
The Guardian - AU · Sep 11 Crowd of 100,000 laps up relentless sensory experience as NFL woos Melbourne The morning kick-off provided ‘incredible’ vibes for a sell-out crowd clearly different to that for AFL and cricket games at the venue
AAP · Sep 11 'Truth established' over ex-Carlton chief's lewd photo The former wife of an ex-PwC chief executive and AFL club boss says she's glad the truth is out after settling her defamation case against him.
AAP · Sep 11 Sydney AFLW defender suffers dreaded knee injury Sydney defender Brenna Tarrant's AFLW season is over after the Swan ruptured her anterior cruciate ligament.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 10 Fremantle frenzy turns to fear as AFL finals straight-sets exit draws near Dockers fans’ optimism is on the brink of turning into despair with the minor premiers needing to beat the Cats to keep their premiership dreams alive
AAP · Sep 10 Defender gives Carlton the blues as he stays a Bulldog Western Bulldogs defender Buku Khamis has made a decision on his AFL future amid interest from Carlton.
AAP · Sep 10 Why Moose is Fremantle's rock amid the chaos Fremantle captain Alex Pearce isn't afraid to show his vulnerability alongside his strength, and his leadership is allowing teammates to thrive.
AAP · Sep 10 Tasmania receive war chest for AFLW list build The AFLW has confirmed the list establishment rules for incoming expansion club Tasmania, including player signing bonuses and draft concessions.
AAP · Sep 10 'A challenge': new Crow on first clash against ex-club Adelaide's prized recruit Callum Ah Chee says he never expected his first clash against his former club Brisbane would be in a final.
AAP · Sep 10 Lions ace reveals how close he came to joining Crows Brisbane's dual All-Australian star Zac Bailey has spoken about the tough decision of turning down a monster offer to join Adelaide next year.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 9 Morning Mail: High-end home values fall; costs of sea level rise revealed; and is AI coming for humans? Expensive homes worst hit in property price downturn; report details staggering impacts of sea level rise; tech insiders raise alarm over AI advances