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The future of a number of players remains up in the air as the AFL's trade period reaches its final few dramatic hours. Follow live.

North Melbourne moves closer to securing the signature of wantaway Sydney star Nick Blakey on the penultimate day of AFL trade period. Follow the live coverage.

Zak Butters says he contemplated going public with his planned move home to Victoria while playing out his final season at Port Adelaide.

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Matt Renshaw and Nathan Lyon outdo Sir Donald Bradman while Gold Coast Suns AFL star Noah Anderson watches on from the stands. Here are the quick hits from day two of the first Test between Australia and South Africa.

The Gold Coast Suns' Katie Lynch would like the power of the AFLW's dedicated Pride Round to be extended across the whole code.

The prospect of a Nick Blakey trade suddenly looks very real, with clubs ready to pounce for the suspended Sydney star. Follow all the news and debate from the AFL trade period in our live blog.

Reports suggest suspended Sydney star Nick Blakey could be talking to rival clubs about a shock trade. Follow all the news and debate from the AFL trade period in our live blog.

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With his long-awaited move to Hawthorn finally done, Zach Merrett says he has "no preconceived ideas" as to what role he will play for Sam Mitchell's Hawks.

North Melbourne confirms that Fremantle assistant coach Jaymie Graham is the new Kangaroos coach, succeeding Alastair Clarkson.

The AFL trade period officially opens as stars like Zak Butters, Zach Merrett and Ben King chase blockbuster moves. Follow all the news and debate live.

As one footy season ends, the next one begins almost immediately with free agency, trade and the draft period.

Mike Brady's performance of unofficial AFL anthem Up There Cazaly has been a fixture of the big day for decades. But it almost did not happen in 2026.

Toby Greene has become the first major AFL free agency domino to fall, with Greater Western Sydney to receive a second-round draft pick for losing their former captain to Geelong.

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Kylie Minogue takes centre stage at the MCG for the much-anticipated AFL pre-grand final show. Follow live.

When Collingwood did not offer Mason Cox a new deal after 2025, he was staring at the end of his AFL career — but then the Fremantle Dockers came knocking.

The 2026 AFL grand final is finally upon us. Here's everything you need to know, from start times to conversation starters.

Chris Judd and Leo Barry fought out two nail-biting deciders before launching successful careers in stock picking. They’re tipping this weekend’s winner.

Dockers coach Justin Longmuir says he was 'cynical' about the Lachie Neale case, suggesting the reprieve should have come earlier in the week.

It's crunch time for Brisbane's Lachie Neale as the dual Brownlow Medallist tries to overturn a ban at the AFL Appeal Board so he can play in the grand final against Fremantle. Follow live.

The Brisbane Lions and Fremantle are preparing for an historic AFL finale at the MCG on Saturday. Here's everything you need to know.

Victoria Police has spoken to three spectators in relation to ugly incidents stemming from the fiery finale to Hawthorn's preliminary final against Brisbane at the MCG.

The tribunal says it had reason not to overturn Lachie Neale's appeal. Now the AFL world waits to hear whether the Lions will launch an appeal.

The Brisbane Lions head to the AFL tribunal to challenge Lachie Neale's ban for striking Hawthorn's Jack Ginnivan, in the hopes of freeing the dual Brownlow medallist for the grand final. Follow live.

Nick Daicos's stardom has always had an inevitability to it, and his maiden Brownlow Medal triumph is the latest example of him fulfilling his immense promise.

See what your favourite footballers and their dates are wearing to the AFL's glitzy best-and-fairest award countdown.

The Brisbane Lions will challenge Neale's one-game suspension for striking Hawthorn's Jack Ginnivan in last Saturday night's preliminary final.

Fremantle pioneer Shaun McManus will hand over the AFL premiership cup to captain Alex Pearce if the Dockers break through for their maiden flag.

Hawthorn supporters who threw bottles at umpires after a controversial finals exit face lengthy bans if identified by the AFL and Victoria Police.

Fremantle booked a spot in the AFL Preliminary Finals with a stirring win over Geelong, which showed the Dockers have what it takes to go the whole way.

Plucked from state footy three years after being passed over by all 18 AFL clubs at the national draft, the shortest player in the league has become a big part of the Fremantle Dockers as they look to bounce back in the finals.

Elijah Hollands is at peace with the end of his Carlton career, saying he realises there are more important things in life that he needs to focus on.

The Tasmania Devils have signed a six-year sponsorship deal with artificial intelligence infrastructure company Firmus Technologies. The AI company and club say it's a natural pairing — but not all are convinced.

AFL and AFLW players will only be permitted to have a certain number of contact training minutes per week from next season.

Former West Coast Eagles player Sharrod Wellingham says the club has become complacent because of its financial might and needs to refocus on winning games.

AFL CEO Andrew Dillon says the 2027 season will start with all 18 teams in action despite previously defending the staggered start.

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The AFLW Dreamtime match inspired plenty of youngsters, but it's just one part of the code being strengthened in the NT.

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A regional South Australian PE teacher has had all his hard work over 13 years pay off, beating out 140,000 players to win this year's AFL Fantasy competition.

The Geelong concussion waiver raises serious concerns about how the AFL will insure players who suffer traumatic brain injuries.

The AFL hands down its penalty after a meeting between the commission and Geelong regarding Jake Kolodjashnij's now-controversial contract.

GWS captain Toby Greene admits he "couldn't give a f*** about facilities" as he prepares to meet Geelong about a potential move to the Cats.

AFL boss Andrew Dillon speaks to the media about the Sydney Swans scandal, saying "the actions of a few don't define the actions of the entire industry".

The AFL has confirmed the times for both wildcard round matches next weekend.

The Swans scandal is creating a greater conversation around the AFL's handling of allegations of violence against women and its lack of a "no-fault stand-down" policy.

Swans chairperson Andrew Pridham claims his players have "complete respect for women", but the week's events call for a reckoning with AFL culture.

The Prime Minister has called on the AFL to "do better" in response to the Sydney Swans scandal engulfing the league.