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It’s been a century in the making. Now Tasmania’s AFL club has a name, logo, colour and a guernsey
In short: Australian rules football has been played in Tasmania for about 150 years — and until now, it’s been without its own team in…
Horror start for flag favourites, Clarry’s magic moment and Rowell’s insane stats
The first full round of the 2024 AFL season delivered in spades, with some clubs already facing serious questions and others celebrating a brilliant start…
Geelong young gun lauded after starring role in just his eighth AFL match
In short: Ollie Dempsey kicked three goals to help Geelong defeat St Kilda by eight points. Chris Scott says Dempsey plays as if he “wants…
McRae rejects talk of Collingwood premiership hangover after winless start to flag defence
In short: The Magpies slumped to a second consecutive loss after going down by 33 points to the Swans Craig McRae rejects the suggestion his…
Richmond confirms torn ACL for luckless young star
In short: Josh Gibcus suffered a season-ending torn ACL in the second quarter of Richmond’s narrow loss to Carlton on Thursday night. It was the…
Litmus test looms for Eagles and Dockers, as coaches begin new season in fight for footy survival
The 2024 AFL season looms as very consequential in the short-term fortunes of both West Australian clubs and their coaches. West Coast is coming off…
Matt Rowell, Paul Salmon, and the footy record that was never to be
Mark Twain once quoted former British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli as saying: “There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.” That quote…
Demons rapt with Oliver’s progress after encouraging start to season
In short: Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says he is “incredibly happy” with Clayton Oliver’s progress both on and off the field. There has been speculation…
Tigers bracing for Blues’ McKay-Curnow double act in MCG blockbuster
In short: The Tigers are preparing to combat the challenge posed by star Blues forwards Harry McKay and Charlie Curnow. Adem Yze’s side will welcome…
Did Tasmanian Labor’s position on Hobart’s AFL stadium just become clearer or murkier?
Just days out from the official launch of Tasmania’s AFL team, a somewhat surprising attendee emerged. Labor leader Rebecca White confirmed she has a ticket,…