AFL backs whistleblowers for grand final duties Hayden Meyer and Nick Foot will officiate in the AFL grand final between Fremantle and Brisbane despite being caught up in controversies this season. AAP · Sep 22
Was Hawthorn v Brisbane the best game of Australian rules football ever played? This preliminary final showcased everything that is exquisite, brutal and cruel about the sport. And how about Nick Watson? The Guardian - AU · Sep 20
AFL bans loom for bottle-throwing Hawthorn fans Hawthorn fans who threw bottles at umpires after a controversial finals exit face lengthy bans if identified by the AFL and Victoria Police. AAP · Sep 20
Hawthorn fans who threw bottles at umpires face lengthy bans as AFL condemns ‘dangerous’ behaviour League says it will work with police to identify those who threw projectiles as premier says targeting umpires is ‘not on’ The Guardian - AU · Sep 20
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
Hugh is McClutch with match-winning goal for Lions After battling with injuries this season, Brisbane midfielder Hugh McCluggage produced when it counted in the epic preliminary final against Hawthorn. 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
Hawks ready for toughest trip in footy Hawthorn are ready to stare down one of the toughest trips in the AFL and cause an almighty qualifying final boilover against Fremantle. AAP · Aug 30
Gawn to make history as Dockers dominate All-Aust squad Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time All-Australian while minor premiers Fremantle have dominated the extended squad. AAP · Aug 24
Seven's heaven for Gunston in big Hawks win Jack Gunston kicked his 600th AFL goal among a bag of seven to help Hawthorn canter to an 93-point win over Essendon and tighten their grip on a top-four spot. AAP · Jul 25
Zorko back for Lions, English no certainty for Dogs The Lions welcome back veteran Dayne Zorko to take on the Bombers, while the Bulldogs have named Tim English, but there is no guarantee he will play this week. AAP · Jul 9
'Everyone's healthy': Hawks ready for Cats prelim final There's good news at Hawthorn after several players pulled up sore from last week's barnstorming semi-final win over Adelaide. AAP · Sep 17, 2025
Impey primed to help hungry Hawks fly to finals success After overcoming serious injuries, Hawthorn dasher Jarman Impey has entered his prime years later than expected and is desperate for AFL finals success. AAP · Sep 5, 2025
Hawks keep it plane as veterans power payback on Port Hawthorn stalwarts Jack Gunston and Jarman Impey have played key roles in a win over Port Adelaide in shocking conditions in Launceston. AAP · Jul 19, 2025
AAP · Jun 13, 2025 Hawks star kicks late winner to sink wayward Crows Hawthorn have given their top-four hopes a major boost after coming from behind to defeat Adelaide in a scrappy thriller.
AAP · May 10, 2025 Hawks' prep work for Top End raid starts early Hawthorn will head to Darwin with an extended squad three days before their huge AFL clash with fellow premiership hopefuls Gold Coast.
AAP · Apr 21, 2025 Geelong hang on for thrilling Easter Monday win Geelong have pipped Hawthorn by seven points in their annual Easter Monday battle at the MCG, holding off a late Hawks surge.
AAP · Apr 21, 2025 Cats back Smith after star ruffles Hawks' feathers Geelong midfielder Bailey Smith could face more scrutiny from the AFL match review officer after slamming a ball into Hawthorn player Jarman Impey's head.
AAP · Feb 13, 2025 Indigenous All Stars wrap their arms around Ugle-Hagan Western Bulldogs forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has landed in Perth and will take up a non-playing role for the AFL Indigenous All Stars match against Fremantle.
AAP · Sep 9, 2024 Hawks star Day ruled out of returning for semi-final Hawthorn insist they can cover the absence of injured key defender Sam Frost in their semi-final against Port Adelaide.
AAP · Jul 28, 2024 Hawks swoop on Crows to continue finals push Hawthorn have surged to a runaway 66-point win over Adelaide to claim their third AFL win on the bounce and continue their once-unlikely push to play finals.
AAP · May 18, 2024 Hawks ready to take on Power test: ex-Port man Amon With Hawthorn hitting form, defender and former Port Adelaide winger Karl Amon is raring to face the Power at the Adelaide Oval.
AAP · Apr 16, 2023 Himmelberg the hero as Giants beat Hawks in thriller Two pivotal plays from Harry Himmelberg at either end of the ground have secured GWS a two-point win over Hawthorn at Norwood Oval.
AAP · Aug 13, 2022 Tigers look to avoid final-round scramble Richmond will be playing for an AFL finals berth when they clash with Hawthorn at the MCG.
AAP · May 29, 2022 Hawk Frost banned on AFL match review Hawthorn's Sam Frost has been offered a one-match suspension by the AFL's match review officer for front-on contact on a Gold Coast opponent.