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Ron Barassi’s extraordinary life in Australian rules football helped shape the modern game

In sport, as in life, sometimes people come along who change things by their presence, their efforts and their ideas. Ron Barassi (1936-2023) As a…

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Maynard verdict predicted to shape the future of footy

As Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard prepares to face the tribunal for his hit on Melbourne’s Angus Brayshaw, the rest of the league awaits a verdict…

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Here’s what happened during an AFL trade period that could shape the future of the league

The second season each year starts after the real one finishes, where new hope is given to clubs. The shadow season is the AFL player…

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Clarkson era starts to take shape at Kangaroos with football department changes

North Melbourne has made changes to its football department in preparation for life under four-time premiership coach Alastair Clarkson. Key points: Todd Viney will be…

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