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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 11: Senior Coach Matthew Nicks press conference during the Adelaide Crows AFL captain's run at West Lakes on September 11, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/Getty Images)

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Done deal? Crows could soon unveil new Nicks contract

Forget the round 1 date, Adelaide is unlikely to even wait until 2026 to lock Matthew Nicks in at West Lakes with the Crows coach to re-sign as early as next week.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. August 15th, 2025 . Essendon v St Kilda at Marvel Stadium, Docklands. Rowan Marshall of the Saints celebrates a 3rd quarter goal . Picture: Michael Klein

Failed trade, TDK, hair cuts down the highway — Marshall opens up

Rowan Marshall hoped to play for Geelong, but St Kilda didn’t let him go. Now, the ruckman reveals why he wanted a move, his thoughts on Tom De Koning and addresses some trade period rumours.

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Newcastle locals Max King and Isaac Heeney at Newcastle Baths as part of the Sydney Swans Community Camp in Newcastle on December 2, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - NO ON SALES - copyright Phil Hillyard )

The Newcastle club inspiring AFL dreams in NRL heartland

Without the Swans Academy, Max King’s AFL dream wouldn’t be reality. Without meeting Isaac Heeney as a nine year old at Cardiff Hawks, the dream may have been totally different.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 13: Crows chairman John Olsen during the round 22 AFL match between the Adelaide Crows and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Adelaide Oval on August 13, 2022 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Top Crow reveals why Stevens got the nod as Roo’s replacement

Ahead of Mark Ricciuto’s retirement, Adelaide chairman John Olsen approached South Australian police commissioner Grant Stevens with a clear plan for the club’s board.

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Clayton Oliver on his move to GWS.

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‘S*** hit the fan’: Clarry breaks silence on Dees exit

Clayton Oliver has broken his media silence on being ‘pushed out’ by Melbourne, his off-field behaviour — including that Mitch Cleary interaction — and his fresh start in Sydney.

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Ex-Carlton footy boss’ regret: Why 2023 still haunts Voss’ Blues

Ex-Carlton footy boss’ regret: Why 2023 still haunts Voss’ Blues

Fresh from spending the last seven years at Carlton, former footy boss Brad Lloyd unpacks what’s changed at the Blues — and why there’ll always be heat on Michael Voss.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. August 16th, 2025 . Hawthorn vs Melbourne at the MCG. Max Gawn of the Demons and Lloyd Meek of the Hawks battle in the ruck . Picture: Michael Klein

The one thing Garry Lyon won’t do as State of Origin selector

Garry Lyon has been tapped as selector for Chris Scott’s Victorian side ahead of State of Origin’s AFL return – but there’s one thing he won’t do. Plus, he weighs in on the new ruck rules.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 07: Willem Duursma of the Power celebrates a goal with teammates during the 2025 Coates Talent League Boys Quarter Final between Gippsland Power and Geelong Falcons at Shepley Oval on September 7th, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Craig Dooley/AFL Photos)

Draft Intel: Meet footy’s next ‘unicorn’, late smokeys emerge

Willem Duursma has been talked up as the prospective No.1 pick all year — here’s what he can bring to the Eagles. Plus, who the Cats are eyeing as the next Shaun Mannagh. See the latest draft intel.

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The first 100 recruits of the VFL off-season revealed

From Tasmania’s star recruits to country gems heading to the big smoke, here are the first 100 recruits of the VFL season – with plenty more to come.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 20: Adam Sweid, Daniel Annable, Cooper Duff-Tytler, Sam Grlj, Lachy Dovaston, Zeke Uwland, Xavier Taylor, Latrelle Pickett, Willem Duursma, Oskar Taylor, Harry Dean, Sullivan Robey, Sam Cumming, Cameron Nairn, Dyson Sharp, Jacob Farrow, Josh Lindsay pose for a photo during an AFL Draft Media Opportunity at Marvel Stadium on November 20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Chasing The Dream: Backyard lesson that inspired AFL star

The AFL Draft journey is an emotional rollercoaster – not just for the kids, but for the entire family. For the first time, go behind the scenes and get the real story on Chasing The Dream.

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Warren Tredrea and Josh Carr

Carr denies Tredrea was ‘kicked out’ of Port, defends succession

Warren Tredrea’s former premiership teammate and new Power coach Josh Carr is emphatic the ‘legend of the footy club’ is welcome back despite being axed from the board.

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‘Baptism of fire’: Gale’s verdict on stadium approval wait

Tasmania Devils CEO Brendon Gale says the birth of his club has been “forged in fire” as the anxious wait for parliament to approve their stadium strengthens the club’s resolve.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 29: Josh Lindsay of Victoria Country in action during the 2025 Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Boys match between Victoria Country and South Australia at Marvel Stadium on June 29, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Rob Lawson/AFL Photos)

Full Draft order: Your club’s new picks after trade frenzy

The 2025 AFL Draft is fast approaching – and it looks a whole lot different after trade period. From full indicative order to the top prospects and testing results, here’s everything you need to know.

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Which schools AFL draftees are attending

The schools, junior clubs of every top AFL draft prospect revealed

Elite private schools will again dominate the top rungs of the AFL draft. See which schools prospective draftees are coming from — as well as their junior clubs. See the full list here.

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The 2025 AFL Mock Draft

Top 30 Mock Draft: Who will your club pick?

The countdown is on to the 2025 AFL National Draft. Our experts have put their recruiting hats on to have a crack at selecting the top-end of this year’s crop. Watch the Mock Draft and see all the intel here.

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 20: Zeke Uwland during a Gold Coast Suns AFL training session on January 20, 2025 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

The clubs who could bid on academy, father-son stars

It’s fair to say there is a push for clubs to pay full price for their academy and father-son products in this year’s draft – so when will rivals make the call? Here’s the latest.

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AFL Draft value in 2025

The 20 draft smokies flying under the radar

Draft followers would be well across most of the names around the top-end, but there are a stack of prospects who have flown under the radar this year. See who could give your club value.

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Ross’ sole combine interview hints at bombshell Saints draft play

Ross Lyon attended last month’s draft combine just to interview a single player. Find out who St Kilda is considering an ambitious pick swap play for in the latest episode of the CODE AFL Show.

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Ex-Crow’s new path helping AFL stars after brutal, ‘expected’ axing

Port Pirie kid Lewis Johnston never thought he’d make the big leagues. Now, after a career that couldn’t get going, he’s helping today’s players avoid critical financial errors.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 25: Swans head coach Scott Gowans speaks to players at three quarter time during the AFLW Round 11 match between Sydney Swans and West Coast Eagles at Henson Park on October 25, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Swans part ways with coach after final round failure

Sydney started the season 4-0 but, after a shock final round loss to Essendon, failed to make the finals – and it’s forced coach Scott Gowans into a ‘difficult’ decision.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 1: Jack Ginnivan of the Hawks celebrates a goal with Will Day of the Hawks during the 2025 AFL Round 21 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Hawthorn Hawks at Adelaide Oval on August 1, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The ‘enormous’ advantage Hawks will take into 2026 flag race

Hawthorn may have missed out on Zach Merrett in the trade period, but they are getting a huge boost elsewhere heading into next season. Get an in-depth insight into the Hawks here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 28: Jonah Campigli of the Zebras kicks the ball during the 2025 VFL Round 14 match between Williamstown and Sandringham Zebras at DSV Stadium on June 28, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Craig Dooley/AFL Photos)

Saints raid former VFL partner, big forward joins Bees

An AFL draft hopeful and a former NGA player have joined St Kilda’s VFL team, while two Bullants have linked with Werribee. Paul Amy brings you up to date with the latest moves.

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HOBART, AUSTRALIA - MAY 03: Junior Tasmanian players run though a banner during the AFL Tasmanian Team Announcement at North Hobart Oval on May 03, 2023 in Hobart, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Devils superfan pens unofficial anthem ahead of stadium vote

With Tasmania’s AFL dreams hanging by a thread, one determined fan has created a musical tribute to help secure the team’s future ahead of parliament’s crucial vote.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 02: Justin Longmuir, Senior Coach of the Dockers looks on during the 2025 AFL Round 08 match between the St Kilda Saints and the Fremantle Dockers at Marvel Stadium on May 2, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The truth about how Longmuir’s ‘employment agreement’ could end

Justin Longmuir is one of the rarest situations in footy given his current contract status as an ongoing employee. So what happens if Freo’s stacked list fails to reach its potential yet again?

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 25: Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera of the Saints kicks during a St Kilda Saints AFL training session at RSEA Park on March 25, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Nine role changes that could make or break SuperCoach in 2026

Will Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera be a midfielder in 2026? Who gets Clayton Oliver’s centre bounces? See the numbers behind the big moves that could deliver SuperCoaches bargains – and busts.

SLC Students pose with AFLQ Schools Cup Trophies & AIC Aggregate Shield (L-R: Cooper Hodge, Ash Prindable, Ollie Pitt, Ben Morison, Hayden Burrows, Ethan Duke)

AIC heavyweights stake claim as Qld’s best school footy program

AFL draft prospects, an underrated gem, expert coaches and emerging talent. These are the aces that aimed up in St Laurence’s College’s fairytale season in the sport. More here on the school’s stunning results.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - September 24, 2023. AFL . Brownlow medal night at the Crown Casino in Melbourne. . Australia.. New Gold Coast Suns coach Damien Hardwick and partner Alexandra Crow. Photo by Michael Klein.

Promoted: Dimma’s partner lands full-time job at Suns

Rival clubs asked questions about Alexandra Crow’s part-time role at Gold Coast in 2025 before the AFL ticked it off. Now, the partner of coach Damien Hardwick has been promoted.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 31: Lauren Wakfer of the Eagles celebrates her goal during the AFLW Round 12 match between West Coast Eagles and Carlton Blues at Sullivan Logistics Stadium on October 31, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by James Worsfold/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

How Eagles’ 1988 inaugural finals side is inspiring Eagles’ W debut

The Eagles’ inaugural finals side trained at Ikon Park ahead of its first decider in 1988. 37 years on, West Coast’s AFLW side will make its post-season debut there – and there are some remarkable similarities between the two.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 03: Grace Egan of the Tigers is seen after the 2023 AFLW Round 01 match between the Brisbane Lions and the Richmond Tigers at Brighton Homes Arena on September 03, 2023 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Tigers make brutal list call on popular midfielder

Sweeping change is coming to Richmond’s AFLW program with a high-profile midfielder the first casualty in a brutal list cull as the dust settles on a disappointing season.

ADELAIDE/ KAURNA YARTA, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos DECEMBER 6, 2023: Port Adelaide key defender Tom Clurey at Alberton. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Morgan Sette

What it’s like knowing you’ll be delisted but still have to ‘front up’

Tom Clurey knew he wasn’t getting a new contract for the Power mid-way through his final year. He unpacks what it was like watching your AFL career disappear in front of your eyes.

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