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Tom Boyd celebrates the Western Bulldogs 2016 premiership.

A Swan was dropped for a blockbuster clash. He’ll still head along, but in enemy colours

All premierships are special, but this one carried extra meaning for a club with deep working-class roots that had been on the brink of extinction. The connection to the community is what makes the flag of a decade ago stand out.

  • Andrew Wu

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Brisbane Lions superstar Lachie Neale.

‘The kids are No.1’: Lachie Neale’s emotional 12-week countdown to a career-defining call

After a tumultuous off-season in his personal life, Brisbane Lions champion Lachie Neale was back to his best during Gather Round and heads into his 300th match on Sunday.

  • Peter Ryan
The image released by the AFL to announce Kylie Minogue as the main entertainment act at this year’s grand final.

Kylie and footy’s big day: A match 40 years in the making

The AFL has finally landed its number one pick in the entertainment draft, with the homegrown superstar set to light up that one day in September.

  • Karl Quinn
Kylie Minogue performs at Glastonbury in 2019.

Kylie Minogue revealed as headline act for 2026 AFL grand final entertainment

After years of chasing the pop superstar to perform, the AFL has locked in Kylie Minogue to headline the musical entertainment for the season decider.

  • Roy Ward and Alexander Darling
The 2025 AFL grand final.

AFL confirms afternoon grand final to stay – for now

The season decider will remain in its traditional timeslot in 2026 and 2027 after the AFL said there was “no compelling case” for immediate change.

  • Ashleigh McMillan and Marc McGowan
The timing for the AFL grand final is on the new chairman’s agenda.

AFL to review grand final time slot under new commission chairman

The call will be made under a new chairman, ex-Geelong president Craig Drummond, whose appointment as Richard Goyder’s replacement will be ratified by the clubs and commission on Wednesday.

  • Jake Niall and Tom Decent
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Sport Minister Anika Wells at the 2024 AFL grand final.

Wells spent nearly $9000 of taxpayer money to bring husband to three AFL grand finals

Sports Minister Anika Wells spent close to $9000 on family reunion flights and travel entitlements so her husband could attend three AFL grand finals with her.

  • James Massola
Taylah Gatt brandishing her 2025 premiership medal.

The Kangaroos banned one phrase this season. On Sunday, celebrating with fans, they could finally use it

With the self-inflicted pressure of going through the AFLW season undefeated released, North Melbourne had the chance to relax and soak up the adoration of their fans.

  • Staff reporters and AAP
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon.

‘Does not reward mediocrity’: AFL boss defends wildcard round

The new wildcard round has sparked public debate, but AFL chief Andrew Dillon says the league is giving fans what they want.

  • Jon Pierik
Advocates are calling for a ban on gambling and alcohol ads linked to sporting matches, warning the combination lead to a surge in violence against women and children.

The toxic trifecta fuelling a surge in family violence

Mixing football, alcohol and gambling is like adding “jet fuel” to the severity of violence against women and children.

  • Amber Schultz