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Voters want AFL stadium deal redo but leaders unmoved

A survey shows two-thirds of voters in one state believe they're getting a raw deal on an AFL stadium as election day approaches.

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Blues get bullied by Kangaroos in horror show for Michael Voss

North Melbourne fall over the line to give heart to longsuffering fans. But Carlton have endured an even longer premiership drought

The Guardian - AU

Bulldogs forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan opens up on mental health struggles and hitting ‘rock bottom’

AFL star says there were times he ‘didn’t want to leave the house’

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Bailey Smith hits the right note at Geelong but he is no showstopper

The Cats midfielder has starred since moving from the Bulldogs as his frantic, full-pelt way suits the way his new team seeks to play

The Guardian - AU

Magpies show just why they’re AFL flag favourites after scraping past Demons

No team is better than Collingwood at adapting to the needs of the moment – and the ladder leaders keep on winning

The Guardian - AU

Neale Daniher’s no-nonsense nature keeps Big Freeze from slipping into cliche

Much has changed since Daniher’s MND diagnosis, but not the drive for a cure

The Guardian - AU

AFL’s Tasmania expansion on a knife edge amid state political uncertainty

The AFL’s expansion into Tasmania is on a knife edge as the state’s politicians consider a move to oust the premier, which could potentially torpedo the Devils’ plans to join the league

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Callan Ward turning heartbreak into inspiration sums up all that is wonderful about AFL

GWS Giants veteran sustaining a potentially career-ending knee injury delivers a tender, human moment that shines a light on the player and his club

The Guardian - AU

Police stand firm on show of force at soccer final

Police are refusing to apologise for their large presence in and around the A-League grand final, citing troublesome behaviour in the past.

AAP

Melbourne City face up to winning ugly and end run of A-League near misses

Coach Aurelio Vidmar backs young talent and fresh faces as City turn the tables on rivals Melbourne Victory to claim an elusive second championship

The Guardian - AU

Melbourne City clinch championship with fiery A-League Men grand final win over Victory

In a torrid A-League Men decider, Melbourne City have defeated fierce rivals Melbourne Victory 1-0 after Yonatan Cohen’s 10th minute strike sealed the title

The Guardian - AU

Fans fear that Hamilton Accies 'face SPFL expulsion' after meeting with league

The Accies Supporters Association are releasing an open letter detailing their fears over the future of their club after meeting with the SPFL and…

The National (Scotland)

Hollywood and sport stars issue anti-violence plea

Hugh Jackman, Eric Bana and Usman Khawaja are among prominent Australian men featured in an anti-family violence campaign to be played at a major footy clash.

AAP

From the Pocket: AFL players are taught to conquer their fears but some need saving from themselves

Port Adelaide’s Darcy Byrne-Jones was doing what was expected of him when running back with the flight of the ball, but the time has come for a step change

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Proposed AFL stadium cost blows out to near $1 billion

Fast-track plans for a new waterfront stadium attached to a state's AFL dream have revealed the venue will likely cost an extra $170 million.

The Guardian - AU

Melbourne’s muscular missile Kozzie Pickett ensures Demons’ revival continues

A stellar performance at the MCG that included five goals – and much more – helped put the Dees’ early-season rut in the rear-view mirror

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AFL urged to go beyond mental health round with player voices to tackle stigma

Experts call for sharing of first-person stories to better reach community after pleas for themed round return in wake of Adam Selwood’s death

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Essendon must stop pining for the past after finding a semblance of stability

The Bombers are on the right path under coach Brad Scott but need to resist the urge to jump at shadows after a crushing defeat to the Bulldogs

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A week of grief is a reminder to reflect on the magnificent triviality of sport

After the death of Adam Selwood followed that of his twin brother Troy, all we can do is afford the family the full measure of their unspeakable grief

AAP

'Blackmail': the bitter debate threatening an AFL dream

One state's long quest for an AFL team has descended into a divisive debate over a new stadium, the future of which could soon be decided by a handful of MPs.

Evening Standard

Robert Walls: Aussie Rules legend dies using voluntary assisted dying laws

Walls was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of blood cancer in 2023

The Independent UK

AFL legend passes away after using voluntary assisted dying laws

Former player and coach Robert Walls died aged 74

The Guardian - AU

Carlton, Fitzroy and Brisbane great Robert Walls did it his way – in life and in death

Walls, who has died aged 74, will be remembered as a teacher, a competitor and a hard but fair man after he chose voluntary assisted dying over a second cancer fight

The Guardian - AU

Richmond find their aura as rebuild roars ahead of schedule

The Tigers pinned their future on last year’s AFL draft but it is their veterans as much as the kids that are helping them exceed expectations

The Guardian - AU

Jesse Hogan feeds off hostile crowd as GWS Giants breach Geelong fortress again

The reigning Coleman medallist drags the Giants over the line to claim their fifth victory in as many matches at the Cats’ home ground

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