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AFL issues warning over head-high contact

AFL players who duck or shrug in tackles to deliberately force high contact will now not be awarded with a free kick, the league has warned clubs.

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Port ponder taking AFL punt on Fantasia

Port Adelaide's Orazio Fantasia is in the mix to play his first AFL game this season as the Power seek more scoring power against ladder-leaders Geelong.

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Red-hot Cats can get better in AFL: Henry

Geelong defender Jack Henry believes the ladder-leading Cats can go to another level ahead of the finals as they chase an elusive AFL premiership.

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Lions' 'Beast' mounts case for Suns clash

Brisbane midfielder Rhys Mathieson was among the best on ground in a rare AFL appearance against GWS but could be squeezed out when the Lions play the Suns.

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Lockett-Coventry AFL ends to be reinstated

The famous Lockett-Coventry signs were removed for the installation of "sexy scoreboards" but the goalkicking legends' names will be back in Marvel Stadium.

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Ex-AFL player can pursue damages claim

A Victorian Supreme Court justice has ruled former AFL player Ty Zantuck can pursue his damages claim against the Richmond Football Club.

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AFL urges clubs to lift COVID discipline

The AFL admits it will have to manage surging COVID-19 case rates, asking players to take personal responsibility for protecting their health.

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Bombers coach feels safe after win streak

Essendon coach Ben Rutten believes his job is safe after reeling off three straight wins as the AFL club undertakes an internal review.

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Ryder's future in doubt after injury blow

St Kilda ruckman Paddy Ryder will miss up to six weeks after suffering a calf injury, sparking fears the veteran may have played his last AFL game.

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AFL great Gavin Wanganeen grateful after Beachport ute rescue

A former Essendon and Port Adelaide star's beach trip turned nasty as waves nearly washed his and a rescuer's four-wheel-drive into the ocean.

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Swans veteran Josh Kennedy eyes AFL return

Veteran Sydney Swans midfielder Josh Kennedy is closing in on an AFL return following a lengthy injury spell after making a successful comeback in the VFL.

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The major political parties have a membership problem. Footy club marketing might offer some solutions

A huge story emerging from the 2022 federal election result was the grassroots strength of independents, who dislodged both Liberal and Labor in historically “safe seats”.

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Carlton accept Will Hayes AFL suspension

Carlton midfielder Will Hayes will miss AFL games against GWS and Adelaide after accepting a two-match ban for a dangerous tackle on Sam Menegola.

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Kangaroos' AFL coaching race to heat up

North Melbourne captain Jack Ziebell expects to be asked for feedback from the committee that will select the Kangaroos' fourth AFL coach in five seasons.

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Suns still chasing maiden AFL finals berth

Gold Coast co-captain Touk Miller has backed his side to rebound from a horror loss to Essendon when they play Brisbane this Saturday night.

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AFL Round-Up: Collingwood and Richmond plot different paths as randomness of footy plays its part

In a season proving to be the closest in recent memory, the margin for error has never been slimmer — and a series of thrillers look set to shape the ladder. We digest the week that was.

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Suns' loss costly in AFL finals race

Zach Merrett starred and Jake Stringer kicked four goals as Essendon scored a fourth win in five AFL games with a 48-point upset of Gold Coast.

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Carlton's Will Hayes cops two-match ban

Carlton's Will Hayes has copped a two-match AFL ban for his tackle that concussed Geelong midfielder Sam Menegola.

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England's Jones taps into Storm and AFL

England coach Eddie Jones is refusing to put his feet up despite beating the Wallabies, travelling to Melbourne to spend time with the Storm and AFL clubs.

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Carlton fail audit in AFL loss to Geelong

Comprehensively beaten by ladder-leaders Geelong, Carlton will attempt to pick themselves up again as they aim to lock in a first finals berth in nine years.

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Geelong flex muscles in AFL win over Blues

Geelong have taken down Carlton with ease, defeating the upstart Blues by 30 points at the MCG to consolidate top spot on the AFL ladder.

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Richmond lament horror AFL loss to Kangas

Cam Zurhaar booted six goals as AFL bottom side North Melbourne upset Richmond by four points in a thriller at Marvel Stadium.

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Collingwood pip Adelaide in AFL thriller

Collingwood have pipped Adelaide by five points to celebrate captain Scoptt Pendlebury's 350th AFL game.

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Brisbane boost top-four hopes with GWS win

Brisbane enjoyed their first outing at Canberra's Manuka Oval, beating GWS by 40 points to entrench themselves in the AFL's top four.

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Suns eager to ground high-flying Bomber

Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew believes familiarity will be key when the Suns try to ground high-flying former AFL teammate Peter Wright and Essendon on Sunday.

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