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'Reward for hard work': Adelaide coach has finals ace
This time, Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has an ace up his sleeve. And Nicks can'...
Steve Larkin (AAP) 24 Aug 2026
Persistence pays off as Douglas earns AFLW debut
Barkindji and Gniyampaa woman Jemmika Douglas will make her AFLW debut for Adela...
Jackson Clark 23 Aug 2026
Fish, Prespakis and Hodder among early inclusions in Australia's squad to play Ireland in AFLW first
Zippy Fish's whirlwind start to AFLW football will take another exciting turn wi...
Jarred Cross 22 Jun 2026
Legends critical of AFL First Nations participation subcommittee dominated by non-Indigenous members
The make-up of a new AFL subcommittee designed to address the declining numbers...
Andrew Mathieson 12 May 2026
Jayden Davey taking his VFL lifeline on a renewed path
The Davey twins, who were delisted from Essendon across back-to-back AFL seasons...
Andrew Mathieson 15 Apr 2026
Indigenous former top level footballer to sue AFL and alleged perpetrator of sexual abuse in Supreme Court

Warning: This report refers to sexual abuse and self-harm. Lawyers for a First Nations former top-level footballer will argue in court that their client's life has spiralled out of control over the AF...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Apr 2, 2026
Marketing not the solution for decline in number of Indigenous AFL players

The look-away-hand-ball is a skill that doesn't generally warrant any football analysis. It is a quirky play that when done correctly can switch play in a moment.

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Dr Sean Gorman Mar 10, 2026
Wanganeen-Milera and Pickett contracts should inspire rise in AFL's Indigenous ranks - King

On the back of signing mega multi-year deals, Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera and Kysaiah Pickett are being put forward as the players to drive a fresh AFL Indigenous recruiting campaign.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Mar 2, 2026
AFL unveils Indigenous and Multicultural Academy squads ahead of Melbourne camps

Squads for the 2026 AFL Indigenous and Multicultural Academies have been announced ahead of induction camps set to be held in Melbourne across the next fortnight.

Jackson Clark Jackson Clark Feb 25, 2026
Richmond premiership player Marlion Pickett avoids prison time over charges relating to burglaries

Marlion Pickett has avoided spending more time behind bars after aiding and abetting two friends launder about $300,000 of stolen money. The 33-year-old was arrested in June 2023 and charged with 12 o...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Dec 17, 2025
Indigenous stars look to greener pastures after decorated AFL careers

Former AFL players Jeremy Finlayson and Quinton Narkle headline big-name Indigenous signings in regional competitions this off-season. The pair are two of eight First Nations stars who were either del...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Dec 11, 2025
Bush’s best-and-fairest win sparks talk of AFLW return

Talented Territorian Ashanti Bush has underlined her class by claiming the Big Rivers Football League women's best-and-fairest award at the weekend's presentation ceremony.

Jackson Clark Jackson Clark Aug 27, 2025
"I am so grateful to this footy club": Stengle to join elite company in milestone match

Tyson Stengle cut a lonely figure on a suburban paddock at one point in his crumbling AFL career. The Wirangu and Ngarrindjeri man was left running laps and taking shots at goal on his own while still...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Jun 20, 2025
May eyes return for Demons' crucial clash against Suns

Melbourne defender Steven May is targeting a return from a fractured larynx in this weekend's clash against his former team the Gold Coast Suns.

Jackson Clark Jackson Clark Mar 27, 2025
Keeler makes memorable debut in Saints' upset victory

Isaac Keeler's made a memorable start to his AFL career on Saturday night after waiting 844 days to debut for St Kilda in their upset win over Geelong.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Mar 24, 2025
Years of effort sees Keeler earn Saints debut

Inside the Moorabbin gymnasium between a workout session on Thursday afternoon, Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera took hold of the room. When the South Australian spoke up, the polished swingman had his St Kild...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Mar 21, 2025
Exclusive: Dockers Indigenous recruits welcomed with smoking ceremony

Fremantle's three Indigenous recruits experienced their first smoking ceremony as Dockers at a special event to celebrate the start of the 2025 AFL season.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Mar 8, 2025
Refreshed Ponter focussed on improving fitness ahead of 2025 season

Adelaide AFLW star Danielle Ponter has identified her aerobic capacity as a key component of her game that she wishes to improve heading into the 2025 season.

Jackson Clark Jackson Clark Mar 7, 2025
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