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The NRL is using its head on player welfare

NRL moving with the times with concussion policy

Newcastle Herald

Morning Mail: Latham eyes NSW kingmaker role, new secret ministries discovery, gas shortage fear

One Nation candidate could push for lifting of nuclear ban after NSW election; FOI reveals Morrison ally was appointed to home affairs role

The Guardian - AU

AFL storylines for 2023 — can Geelong win again, the return of Lyon and Clarkson, will Gawn/Grundy work at Melbourne, and more

There are plenty of storylines as we get set for the AFL season — from whether the Cats can win it again to how the returns of Ross Lyon and Alastair Clarkson will go, and if the Pies can keep winning the close ones. Andrew McGarry takes a look ahead…

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AFL coaches not worried about MCG surface after repairs

Safety concerns have been raised after half the MCG playing surface was replaced because of damage from two Ed Sheeran concerts this month.

AAP

AFL to stick with gambling ads despite more than 75% of fans supporting bans

Number of gambling ads the top concern among fans, survey finds, ahead of umpiring and rule changes

The Guardian - AU

Can Swans rebound from grand final humiliation to make AFL history?

It depends whether John Longmire’s young team can buck a dispiriting historical trend dating back almost four decades

The Guardian - AU

NRL orders mandatory 11-day stand down after concussions

The NRL is considering ramping up its concussion protocols further with saliva and blood testing after introducing a mandatory 11-day stand down for

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Calf injury grounds Eagle Yeo for Kangaroos clash

West Coast are confident Elliot Yeo's latest injury will not keep him off the park for long but he will miss the season-opening clash at North Melbourne.

AAP

St Kilda redress scheme reasoning remains secret

The reasons behind the St Kilda Football Club's participation in the national redress scheme are to remain confidential.

AAP

Fresh concussion lawsuit to be launched against AFL

A second class action is being launched against the AFL over concussion injuries, with Griffins Lawyers set to bring proceedings.

AAP

No hangovers as Suns put record on line against Swans

Under Stuart Dew, Gold Coast have won four of six games against last year's AFL finalists Sydney, who they'll meet at home in round one.

AAP

McRae's Magpies set sights on AFL 'Predator' Geelong

Collingwood coach Craig McRae has dipped into his bag of tricks for inspiration as he eyes an upset against Geelong in their blockbuster round-one clash.

AAP

NRL introduces mandatory 11-day recovery period for concussed players

The NRL continues its attempts to mitigate the impact of concussions on players, implementing a break that will force concussed players to sit out at least one game after a concussion.

ABC News

New Tigers ready to roar in AFL opener against Blues

Tim Taranto and Jacob Hopper are key to Richmond's bid to transform their stoppage and contest game, starting in the AFL season opener against Carlton.

AAP

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The Guardian - AU

AFL 2023 predicted ladder: Collingwood hit summit – but flag is anyone’s to claim

The Magpies are capable of making the step up this season, but any one of the top 10 teams could win the premiership

AAP

Sheezel in, Naitanui out for Eagles-Kangaroos clash

Kangaroos forward Harry Sheezel will make his AFL debut in Saturday's clash with West Coast at Marvel Stadium, while the Eagles will be missing Nic Naitanui.

ABC News

Former Geelong player Max Rooke had '20 to 30' concussions during his career, according to AFL class action writ

Legal documents lodged with the Victorian Supreme Court outline the extent of concussions and their aftermath for Geelong dual premiership player Max Rooke, who is leading a group of more than 60 former players in a class action against the AFL.

AAP

Cody Weightman among walking wounded at Bulldogs

The Western Bulldogs' injury list has expanded to seven after forward Cody Weightman was struck down by a groin complaint.

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AAP

AFL club joins scheme to compensate victims of abuse

Victims of child sexual abuse connected to the St Kilda Football Club can now claim compensation under the national redress scheme.

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: All you need to know about the Aukus deal; ex-players sue the AFL; and learning to love Shepard avocados

Get the key details of the Aukus deal and a landmark class action against the AFL

AAP

Serong keen for Dockers to unleash The Big Cohuna

Fremantle forward Josh Treacy managed just four AFL games last season but he appears primed to make a big impact this year.

AAP

AFL premiership with Zorko on top of Rich list

Brisbane defender Daniel Rich is entering a 15th AFL season and says the Lions' hopes have never been higher.

The New Daily

Class action launched against AFL over concussions

Margalit Injury Lawyers has launched a class action against the AFL over concussion damage to former players over a near 40-year period.

AAP

Concussion class action could be $1b headache for AFL

Margalit Injury Lawyers has launched a class action against the AFL over on behalf of players who suffered concussion-related injuries over almost 40 years.

ABC News

AFL concussion class action kicks off as league announces $25 million study of long-term health impacts

Former Geelong star Max Rooke will be lead plaintiff in a landmark lawsuit against the AFL brought by players who claim to have been permanently damaged by concussions and other head knocks.

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