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Gillon McLachlan: AFL chief executive to stand down at end of season

McLachlan says he has no regrets but it is the ‘right time’ to move on with the league in robust health.

The Guardian - AU

McLachlan to step down as AFL CEO

Gillon McLachlan was close to tears as he announced he will step aside as AFL CEO at the end of the 2022 season, but not before tackling an ambitious agenda.

AAP

Gillon McLachlan announces he is stepping down as AFL chief executive at end of 2022 season

An emotional Gillon McLachlan fights back tears as he announces he will step down as AFL boss at the end of the 2022 season, after eight years in the job.

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Saints ruck Ryder hit with AFL suspension

St Kilda ruckman Paddy Ryder stands to miss AFL games against Gold Coast and GWS for his bump on Hawthorn youngster Will Day, which drew a rough conduct charge.

AAP

Crows fans praise AFLW premiership winners as celebrations continue in Adelaide

As the Adelaide Crows continue to celebrate their historic third AFLW premiership by meeting local fans, captain Chelsea Randall recalls a heart-warming interaction with a young supporter in the immediate aftermath of the match.

ABC News

Young Swans forwards face stern AFL test

A Sydney attack without Lance Franklin, and with Tom Papley still sidelined, will face an in-form West Coast defence in the Good Friday clash at Optus Stadium.

AAP

Saints' Steele daring to dream in AFL

Three straight wins have fuelled belief and trust within St Kilda's playing group as they chase a drought-breaking AFL premiership this season.

AAP

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Port's Wines "fine" but will miss AFL game

Port Adelaide's Ollie Wines says he's feeling fine after a heart scare but won't play against Carlton in Sunday's AFL game.

AAP

Knee injury sidelines Naitanui in AFL

Just as West Coast are about to regain several key players they have lost star ruckman Nic Naitanui until the second half of the AFL season with a knee injury.

AAP

AFLW’s first dynasty is born as Crows reap rewards of investment

Adelaide’s dominant grand final win over Melbourne has set the benchmark for the heights an AFLW side can achieve

The Guardian - AU

AFL round-up: West Coast Eagles defy the odds as Port Adelaide hit rock bottom in gripping round four

From some, like West Coast, round four changed the 2022 narrative. For others, like Port Adelaide, it simply reinforced our worst fears. We digest the week that was.

ABC News

Hawks' Day rattled by Ryder AFL collision

Hawthorn youngster Will Day was substituted out with a concussion after a bump from St Kilda ruckman Paddy Ryder.

AAP

Cripps injured as Suns beat Carlton in AFL

Carlton captain Patrick Cripps suffered a hamstring injury as the Blues fell to a 30-point AFL loss against Gold Coast at Metricon Stadium.

AAP

In-form St Kilda surge past Hawks in AFL

Tim Membrey and Jade Gresham both kicked goals in each quarter and captain Jack Steele starred in St Kilda's comfortable AFL win over Hawthorn.

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Adelaide Crows triumph over adversity in AFLW, but a complete reset is needed after the league's most-difficult season yet

Adelaide's third AFLW premiership may be their most meaningful, as it came at the end of a season that challenged the club, and the league, more than any other, writes Kate O'Halloran.

AAP

Bombers hold off Crows for first AFL win

Essendon have breathed life into their stuttering AFL season by holding on against a surging Adelaide to claim their first win of the year by four points.

AAP

Suns salary dump turns to gold for Dockers

Fremantle recruit Will Brodie has made a stunning start at the Dockers, becoming a key part of the club's engine room in the absence of skipper Nat Fyfe.

ABC News

Remote Australian rules teams from across the NT Big Rivers region head to Katherine to compete in Umpires Cup

Players from Indigenous communities across the NT drive long and dusty distances to play in a carnival in Katherine in support of often-maligned umpires.

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Pain, glory, concussion: former AFL players and their families speak out about league inaction

Unable to live normal lives due to brain injuries sustained on the field, some ex-athletes are asking: where is the support?

AAP

Beveridge seeks cure for Dogs' AFL yips

The Western Bulldogs have booted 18.43 across their last nine quarters of football, with their AFL finals hopes now in jeopardy.

AAP

Dockers run riot late to sink Giants

Fremantle have booted six unanswered goals in the final term and came out on top 42-16 in the free kick count to post a 34-point win over GWS.

AAP

Dogs' yips costly in AFL loss to Richmond

The Western Bulldogs have suffered from poor accuracy in front of goal as Tom Lynch kicked four majors in Richmond's comfortable 38-point AFL win.

ABC News

Erin Phillips tight lipped over future as Adelaide's AFLW dynasty set to be tested by Port Showdown

Erin Phillips never set out to play for Port Adelaide's fiercest rival, but won't be drawn on whether she'll switch allegiances when the Crows' cross-town rivals enter the competition.

AAP

Swans ace Franklin set for injury stint

Lance Franklin appears set to be sidelined after being substituted out of Sydney's AFL clash with North Melbourne due to a suspected broken finger.

AAP

Depleted Eagles stun Magpies in AFL upset

Undermanned West Coast have posted their first win of the AFL season, making the most of their scoring chances in a big upset over Collingwood.

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