Dockers star out of Port game, Mason Cox keeps his spot Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says he will only rest players if they really need it as the Dockers close in on the minor premiership. AAP · Jul 16
Minor premiership within grasp as Flagmantle takes hold The Flagmantle craze is already in overdrive as Fremantle start hot favourites against a Port side missing Zak Butters and Mitch Georgiades. AAP · Jul 15
From the Pocket: Fremantle have the power and poise to ride the hype to an AFL premiership These Dockers are a far cry from Ross Lyon’s era thanks to a coach who is the perfect counterbalance to Wharfie Time mayhem The Guardian - AU · Jul 15
Swans star shakes off nerves, pushes for injury return Trying not to let his latest injury play on his mind, Sydney star Justin McInerney says he's on track to resume his role in the Swans' premiership push. AAP · Jul 15
'Life or death' as Giants aim to gatecrash finals race Finals have come early for GWS with fit-again midfielder Xavier O'Halloran describing their bid to secure a wildcard spot a matter of "life or death". AAP · Jul 14
Angelina Jolie hopes her new movie Without Blood will ‘spark conversation’ as US release confirmed The actress and filmmaker’s latest directorial project, adapted from Alessandro Baricco’s novel, has secured a US theatrical distributor following its Toronto International Film Festival premiere. BANG Premier · Jul 13
Star man poised to fire as Crows take on 'underdog' tag Adelaide match-winner Izak Rankine missed last year's finals series through suspension but is in hot form again as the Crows eye a huge clash with Sydney. AAP · Jul 13
GWS Giants save their best for the best to show they are capable of a deep finals run The Giants pegged back a 39-point deficit against an injury-ravaged Geelong to add another scalp to AFL wins over Fremantle, Brisbane and Melbourne The Guardian - AU · Jul 12
Giants veteran winding back clock in AFL finals hunt GWS veteran Jake Stringer is nearing career-best numbers in attack at age 32, helping the Giants remain in the finals hunt ahead of a meeting with Geelong. AAP · Jul 9
Fremantle ruck battle heats up as Cox shows his swagger Former Magpies big man Mason Cox has put himself in the box seat to lock down Fremantle's No.2 ruck role after putting in a strong display against Sydney. AAP · Jul 9
On notice: AFL crackdown on head rubs hits prime time Fremantle defender Luke Ryan and Sydney counterpart Dane Rampe were thrust into the spotlight after giving away free kicks for head rubs. AAP · Jul 9
Freo overcome first-half shocker to obliterate Swans Fremantle have overcome a five-goal haul from Charlie Curnow and a 25-point second-quarter deficit to beat Sydney by 38 points at Optus Stadium. AAP · Jul 9
Battle of the bigs as Freo and Swans fight for top spot Top spot and bragging rights will be on the line when Fremantle host Sydney at a sold out Optus Stadium on Thursday night. AAP · Jul 8
Dockers make surprise ruck move ahead of blockbuster Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy is being managed for Thursday night's blockbuster against Sydney, with the move opening the door for Mason Cox's return. AAP · Jul 8
AAP · Jul 7 Magpies keep 'hat in ring' for in-demand Lachie Neale Collingwood believe they remain in the race for dual Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale as other clubs attempt to woo the Brisbane Lions legend.
AAP · Jul 7 Dockers star unlikely for AFL blockbuster against Swans Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is optimistic Hayden Young's latest injury is a minor setback, but says he faces an uphill battle to play against Sydney.
AAP · Jul 7 Bitter rivals offer Swans blueprint for Dockers AFL premiership contenders Sydney don't have to look far for help in tackling Fremantle, with superstar Isaac Heeney forced to heap praise on rivals GWS.
AAP · Jul 6 Dockers star has 'dodged a bullet' with injury setback Fremantle's Hayden Young is a slim chance to play in the AFL top-of-the-table clash with Sydney despite his latest injury setback.
AAP · Jul 4 GWS out to tackle a giant problem with inconsistency GWS may have beaten the best in the AFL, but there's still something that midfielder Finn Callaghan and coach Adam Kingsley want to see improve.
AAP · Jul 4 Star Giant shines as GWS stun 'off' Dockers Former Essendon spearhead Jake Stringer has enjoyed a career-high afternoon to steer GWS to an upset victory over Fremantle at Manuka Oval.
The Canberra Times · Jul 4 'I loved it': Riley joins Canberra's memorable Manuka moments The Giants ended Fremantle's 14-game winning streak.
AAP · Jul 3 Return looms for Swans firestarter in AFL top-two clash Sydney's crafty goalscorer Tom Papley is in the frame to make his return from injury against AFL leaders Fremantle, says Swans coach Dean Cox.
AAP · Jul 3 Giants' fearless debutant readies for AFL heavyweights GWS are looking to get their AFL season back on track, although they now face the high-flying Fremantle, who are on course to topple records.
AAP · Jul 2 'This circus': Lyon confirms upcoming dinner with Neale Adding another twist to the rampant speculation around Lachie Neale, the Brisbane Lions star is about to have dinner with his old Fremantle coach Ross Lyon.
AAP · Jul 2 Giants rule out Josh Kelly return, young ruck re-signs GWS veteran Josh Kelly won't be part of the club's late finals push, while youngster Nick Madden has resisted overtures from rivals to re-sign with the Giants.