Cornes ban: North lash 'vindictive bullying' of stars North Melbourne have lashed criticism of targeted duo Harry Sheezel and Jy Simpkin, while the Kangaroos will be without George Wardlaw against Essendon. AAP · Apr 30, 2025
Port defend Horne-Francis after Kangaroos tangle Port Adelaide's Sam Powell-Pepper has defended teammate Jason Horne-Francis and his emotional reaction during a mid-game discussion with coach Ken Hinkley. AAP · Apr 28, 2025
Clarkson adamant North improving, despite big AFL loss North Melbourne captain Jy Simpkin says their 65-point AFL thrashing from Sydney on Saturday night was "the old us". AAP · Apr 5, 2025
Calls grow for more AFL Indigenous All Stars games Saturday's AFL Indigenous All Stars match was a raging success, with a record crowd of 37,865 turning up for the 43-point demolition of Fremantle. AAP · Feb 15, 2025
Record crowd on hand as Indigenous All-Stars crush Freo A record crowd of 37,865 has turned up to watch the Indigenous All Stars thrash Fremantle by 43 points at Optus Stadium. AAP · Feb 15, 2025
North midfield bull suffers another injury setback Harry Sheezel says he's shattered for his North Melbourne teammate and good pal George Wardlaw after his troublesome hamstring gave way during a training run. AAP · Jan 29, 2025
Roos lock away free agent Cam Zurhaar until 2029 North Melbourne forward Cameron Zurhaar says he wants to be a Kangaroo for life after re-signing with the club until the end of 2029. AAP · Jul 29, 2024
Kangaroos eye litmus test against Demons midfield North Melbourne's improved form since the mid-season bye will be put to the test by a Melbourne side desperate to resurrect their AFL premiership hopes. AAP · Jun 21, 2024
North young gun Wardlaw wants more after first victory It took 19 attempts to claim his first AFL win, now North Melbourne sensation George Wardlaw is determined to ensure his second triumph comes far sooner. AAP · Jun 11, 2024
Umpire boss says Andrew-King free was wrong call AFL umpires' boss Steve McBurney says two of Saturday's big free kicks were correct calls, with Gold Coast's Mac Andrew the unlucky exception. AAP · Jun 9, 2024
Controversy erupts as Kangaroos beat Eagles in thriller North Melbourne have been paid a controversial late free kick in what proved to be the critical moment of their nine-point win over West Coast. AAP · Jun 8, 2024
Kangaroos won't target ex-teammates in Bombers clash North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has no plans of leaning into the Kangaroos' rivalry with Essendon ahead of their AFL clash. AAP · May 17, 2024
Tide can still turn for battling Roos: North co-captain Kangaroos co-captain Jy Simpkin concedes 2024 has been a frustrating year personally as well as for the AFL cellar dwellars as a whole. AAP · May 14, 2024
Young gun Wilson among the stars in St Kilda win St Kilda have proved too good for winless North Melbourne in a 38-point victory at Marvel Stadium. AAP · May 4, 2024
AAP · May 2, 2024 Outspoken Draper sidelined, Webster back for Saints Essendon expect Sam Draper to only be sidelined for one week with knee soreness, while West Coast welcome back Harley Reid for Saturday's match in Perth.
AAP · Apr 4, 2024 Kangaroos bracing for Lion-hearted ferocity: Simpkin North Melbourne co-captain Jy Simpkin is forecasting a fierce battle against a Brisbane outfit ruffled by reports of a rift in their playing group.
AAP · Mar 22, 2024 Clarkson wants Roos' youngsters to step up in Freo test North Melbourne young guns George Wardlaw and Colby McKercher face big midfield challenges when the Kangaroos host Fremantle at Marvel Stadium.
AAP · Mar 21, 2024 Suns' highly touted draftee Walter to make AFL debut Gold Coast's highly touted 18-year-old Jed Walter has been picked to make his AFL debut against the Western Bulldogs.
AAP · Mar 6, 2024 Clarkson awaits sanction over 'inappropriate' comment The AFL is set to rule on a possible sanction for North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson over his expletive-laden exchange with two St Kilda players.
AAP · Mar 5, 2024 Webster cops huge ban in AFL's concussion crackdown The AFL's bid to crackdown on concussion has meant St Kilda's Jimmy Webster received a far greater suspension than he would have even 12 months ago.
AAP · Mar 4, 2024 St Kilda's Webster cops landmark seven-game AFL ban St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster has been hit with the longest AFL suspension since 2018 after receiving a seven-game ban for his high bump on Jy Simpkin.
AAP · Mar 4, 2024 Clarkson under AFL scrutiny for 'inappropriate' comment Alastair Clarkson has been issued a "please explain" by the AFL for an outburst towards two St Kilda players that allegedly included a homophobic slur.
AAP · Mar 4, 2024 Webster faces big ban, 'please explain' for Clarkson Two St Kilda players were on the receiving end of a spray from North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson after Jimmy Webster's heavy bump on Jy Simpkin.
AAP · Mar 3, 2024 Saints' Webster in trouble for high bump on Simpkin St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster sparked a huge melee with his high bump on Jy Simpkin in the Saints' AFL practice match win over North Melbourne at RSEA Park.
AAP · Feb 28, 2024 Rising star Sheezel commits long-term future to Kangas Young gun Harry Sheezel has signed another contract extension with North Melbourne, tying him to the rebuilding AFL club until the end of 2030.