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21/04 The stories behind stirring AFL Anzac tributes

In 1917 a former Collingwood player, Malcolm ‘Doc’ Seddon, was as far from the MCG as any footballer could be.

16/04 ‘Collateral damage’: Noah Balta ban sparks debate

Noah Balta’s availability for selection this Saturday night against Gold Coast has been labelled a “lightning rod for social criticism”, as he awaits sentencing on an assault charge.

09/04 Matt Rowell’s eyebrow raising purchase as trade rumours swirl

Gold Coast Suns star Matt Rowell has added fuel to the trade rumour fire after purchasing a house in Melbourne.

02/04 Pies’ new record as Blues roll the dice

Collingwood has named a virtually full-strength side which will be the oldest in AFL history to take on winless Carlton on Thursday night.

01/04 Eddie McGuire divulges private secret after AFL great Andrew Krakouer’s death

WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that the following article contains the name and images of deceased persons.

31/03 AFL great, member of famous family dead suddenly at age 42

AFL great Andrew Krakouer has died at the age of 42.

29/03 ‘That’s a big call’: Controversial AFL buzzer beater ruins Demons

The Melbourne Demons have joined Carlton as finals hopefuls in serious trouble after a 58-point loss to Gold Coast Suns condemned the Dees to a 0-3 start to the season.

23/03 Harley Reid caught out flipping off heckling Lions fans

West Coast star Harley Reid may cop a please explain from the AFL after being caught out flipping off Brisbane fans on Sunday.

14/03 ‘Dimma to depart’: Suns act falls flat

The Gold Coast Suns’ latest sponsorship arrangement has not gone down well with some footy fans.

14/03 AFL premiers rocked by tragedy, surprise plan to unleash Levi Ashcroft

The Brisbane Lions get their premiership defence underway against the Sydney Swans at the SCG on Saturday afternoon after Cyclone Alfred forced their season opener against Geelong to be postponed.

18/02 Gold Coast Suns hacked as attack goes viral

The Gold Coast Suns have issued an apology after the AFL club had its social media accounts hacked.

10/02 Cult figure’s big move for AFL premiers

Brisbane Lions grand final hero and emerging cult figure Kai Lohmann has signed a two-year contract extension adding momentum to the premiership defence which begins in three weeks.

28/01 ‘Clearly not happy’: Gold Coast gun trade storm erupts

Kane Cornes says rumours about Matt Rowell show the gun midfielder is “clearly not that happy” on the Gold Coast.

27/01 Geelong’s ‘secret meeting’ with Matt Rowell revealed

Geelong is eyeing another young star to add to its midfield brigade with off-contract Gold Coast ball magnet Matt Rowell in the club’s sights, reports 7News Melbourne.

03/12 Dustin Martin wiped from history in rare AFL move

Richmond will keep Dustin Martin’s guernsey number “vacant” for at least season 2025 even though the club’s top draft pick is keen to wear the iconic No. 4.

16/10 ‘Astonishing’ detail as premiership winner leaves Tigers, moves west

Shai Bolton has locked in a move to Fremantle as Richmond continues to assemble the biggest draft pick war chest seen in 14 years.

16/10 Bombshell Dustin Martin conspiracy theory takes off after AFL trade

A conspiracy theory about Dustin Martin returning to the AFL is running wild after Tuesday night’s bombshell mega-trade.

15/10 ‘Disastrous’ AFL trade move torched over ugly details

Kane Cornes has called Tuesday night’s mega trade “disastrous” for Port Adelaide.

07/10 ‘Seen this movie before’: Collingwood warned against ‘disastrous’ AFL Trade Period call

The AFL Trade Period is underway and it seems Collingwood is about to push all their chips in to try and win another premiership now.

05/10 Gold Coast Suns’ Pick 13 could unlock Dan Houston move as multiple Victorian clubs circle | AFL trade news

A bevy of clubs — including a pair of Victorian powerhouses — are ‘fiercely chasing’ the prized draft pick that could unlock a Dan Houston trade.

23/09 ‘Got to change’: Award divides AFL world, fans call for major overhaul

Nick Daicos missed out on the Brownlow Medal and many footy fans believe he was unlucky to miss out on another gong on the AFL’s night of nights, amid renewed calls for a shake-up of the award.

17/09 ‘Wrong message’: Premiership winner’s dire Dusty warning

Former Sydney premiership coach Paul Roos has warned bringing Dustin Martin on board could spark disillusionment within Gold Coast’s playing ranks.

17/09 Dusty interest sends ‘wrong message’, says Roos

Former Sydney premiership coach Paul Roos has warned bringing Dustin Martin on board could spark disillusionment within Gold Coast’s playing ranks.

02/08 Live: Bulldogs hoping to mark Treloar's milestone game with win over Demons, as Eagles host Suns in AFL double-header

The Western Bulldogs and Melbourne meet at the Docklands in a clash that is crucial for both teams' finals chances, before West Coast hosts the Gold Coast in Perth. Follow live.

06/05 Lions want long weekend QClash permanently

The Lions want a Sunday night Queensland Labour Day long weekend match against the Gold Coast Suns at the Gabba to become a permanent part of the AFL calendar after Sunday night’s QClash attracted the biggest attendance in the derby’s history.

05/05 ‘Monster has awoken’: Lions dominate despite brutal injury disaster

The Brisbane Lions have dominated the QClash at the Gabba in a 10.19 (79) to 6.9 (45) drubbing of the Gold Coast Suns on Sunday night.

22/04 ‘Give her a pay rise’: AFL loses it over goal umpire’s absurd feat

Goal umpires have come under heavy fire from footy fans throughout the 2024 AFL season, but on Sunday one left fans in disbelief.

22/04 ‘Do it’: Harley Reid set for eye-watering $2m payday amid medal robbery

Harley Reid has only played six AFL games but he’s been so impressive West Coast will likely pay him more than $1 million per season in his next contract.

21/04 Sydney Swans’ emotional tribute to Bondi massacre victims

The Sydney Swans led an emotional and sombre tribute to victims of the horrific Bondi Junction stabbing attack prior to their clash with the Suns at the SCG.

20/04 ‘Mark my words’: Why one ‘scary’ word is terrifying the AFL

One word has AFL teams absolutely terrified.

19/04 80s icon returns to win gold at national championships

As one of the highest profile sportsmen in the country in the 1980s there was a time when you could barely open a cereal box without Grant Kenny’s Ironman face staring back at you.

18/04 Premiership hero caught visiting rival team

Richmond is confident that Daniel Rioli is committed to the club’s long-term future despite a rumour circulating about his links to the Gold Coast.

18/04 Former Tiger skipper drops Dusty bomb

Retired Richmond premiership captain Trent Cotchin has declared one of Dustin Martin and Liam Baker won’t be at the club in 2025 with further break-up of the Tiger dynasty looming.

16/04 ‘So grateful’: Aussie’s NFL dream a reality

Patrick Murtagh says the loss of his father three years ago inspired his NFL dream which has become a reality after the former Gold Coast Suns AFL player signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

09/04 ‘Bad news, you ain’t getting back in’: Brutal Suns cull that will turn club around

This iteration of the Gold Coast Suns is “nothing like” the versions of years past, and you only have to look as far as their tantalising talent on display last Sunday to see why.

07/04 Giants skipper to face MRO ‘scrutiny’ after dangerous act

Despite a brave effort, the Gold Coast Suns fell 18.9 (117) - 13.10 (88) to the GWS Giants in the first of three Sunday contests to cap Gather Round.

04/04 Lions have ‘work to do’ after poor start

Midfielder Deven Robertson and ruckman Darcy Fort have been made the scapegoats for Brisbane’s third straight loss of the AFL season.

31/03 Eagles’ record low amid talk for AFL help in heated clash

The Western Bulldogs have flexed their muscles in a 76-point win over West Coast, 16.10 (106) to 3.12 (30), holding the Eagles to their lowest ever score at Marvel Stadium.

24/03 Bulldogs gun’s bonkers six-goal haul ends Suns perfect run

Cody Weightman’s stunning six-goal haul inspired the Western Bulldogs to their first win of the season as they beat the Gold Coast Suns by 48 points in Ballarat.

21/03 AFL teams: Suns debutant rushed in, Bomber guns return

Essendon star Darcy Parish has proved his fitness in time to face the Swans on Saturday night and will join Sam Draper in the Bombers’ side at the SCG.

20/03 Tasmania Devils break record in 24 hours, put AFL clubs to shame

The Tasmania Devils won’t join the AFL until 2028 but the appetite for Aussie Rules in the Apple Isle has already received a staggering endorsement of.

19/03 Return date blow for Hawks star

Hawthorn’s midfield woes will need to be fixed without Will Day after the reigning best and fairest was ruled out for at least five more games.

14/03 Tasmania JackJumpers continue ‘special’ Aussie sporting fairytale

The Tasmania JackJumpers continue to prove themselves the ideal model for expansion sporting teams in Australia, winning through to the NBL Grand Final series.

09/03 Gold Coast AFL fans unveil Dustin Martin in Suns colours

It appears Gold Coast Suns fans’ collective dream of seeing Richmond champion Dustin Martin don their colours has already materialised.

06/03 ‘Sold a lemon’: Legends slam Opening Round as AFL unveils bizarre slogan

The jury is still out on the AFL’s Opening Round, with footy greats growing increasingly sceptical of the concept ahead of the first game of the season in Sydney on Thursday night.

05/03 Hardwick messiah hopes dashed by captains

Expectations new Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick can lift the Suns into the finals for the first time are low among the 18 AFL captains, with less than a quarter picking them to make the eight.

05/03 Lions back new Olympic Stadium plan

The Brisbane Lions would be willing to stay at the Gabba in its current tired state provided a proposed new super stadium – which would eventually become their home ground – at inner-city Victoria Park for the 2032 Olympics gets the green light.

29/02 Tigers make another break from Hardwick tradition

Richmond’s transformation under new coach Adem Yze has taken another step with the club breaking from tradition to name an expanded leadership group for 2024.

26/02 Lions keen to carry winning form into ‘Opening Round’

Brisbane star Josh Dunkley wants the Lions to maintain momentum ahead of their “Opening Round” battle with Carlton by finishing off their pre-season campaign with a win over the Sydney Swans.

24/02 Former Gold Coast Sun recalls stomach-turning AFL story

The Gold Coast Suns have battled away near the bottom of the ladder throughout their short AFL existence.

23/02 ’No ceiling’: Star commits in huge boost for Suns

Gold Coast star Ben King says there’s “no ceiling” on what the Suns can achieve under new coach Damien Hardwick as he spurned interest from Melbourne clubs to recommit until the end of 2026.

21/02 ‘Up for it’: Players embrace Hardwick’s bold target

Players at the Gold Coast Suns are embracing new coach Damien Hardwick’s declaration that qualifying for a maiden finals series is the bare minimum expected this season revelling in the triple-premiership winner’s “clean slate” approach with the group.

20/02 ‘Disrespect’: Richmond coach erases premiership memories

Tigers coach Adem Yze has been praised over his bold move to pull down shrines to the club’s premiership dynasty since taking over at Richmond.

05/02 Ex-AFL chief Gillon McLachlan set to go head-to-head with NRL boss in major new role

Former AFL boss Gillon McLachlan is in the box seat to be the new chairman of Racing Victoria.

19/12 Rumours swirl around AFL great Campbell Brown and Channel 7 presenter

AFL great Campbell Brown has been romantically linked to Channel 7 rising star Grace Hayden.

22/11 ‘It’s not fair’: Kane Cornes tears AFL Draft system to shreds

The AFL Draft system is in need of a serious overhaul.

21/11 ‘Are you serious?’: Footy fans label new AFL Draft medal ‘stupid’

Harley Reid is officially off to West Coast after he was taken by the Eagles with the No. 1 pick on the opening night of the AFL Draft.

20/11 AFL Draft’s big flaw exposed as Gold Coast storm erupts

Once again the AFL Draft’s big flaw was on display as Gold Coast landed four first-round prospects for very little.

20/11 Blockbuster trades set to rock AFL Draft

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20/11 Several clubs eyeing more top-10 picks trade frenzy looms

West Coast isn’t the only club on trade watch ahead of the first round of the AFL draft, with Hawthorn, Melbourne and even North Melbourne continuing to explore moves inside the top 10.

17/11 ‘Out of nowhere’: AFL great Campbell Brown splits with wife

AFL great turned media personality Campbell Brown has reportedly broken up with his wife of 10 years Jess Johnston, just months after the birth of their third child.

17/11 GWS Giants hit back at Mason Cox’s savage sledge in AFL war of words

GWS Giants CEO Dave Matthews has bit back at Mason Cox’s spicy sledge about the Giants hosting Collingwood to kick off next season.

16/11 AFL hands down verdict as Carlton recruit learns fate after drug charge

The AFL has handed Carlton recruit Elijah Hollands a two-week suspension for “conduct unbecoming” after the wingman pleaded guilty to possessing cocaine last month.

16/11 Carlton recruit learns fate after drug charge

The AFL has handed Carlton recruit Elijah Hollands a two-week suspension for “conduct unbecoming” after the wingman pleaded guilty to possessing cocaine last month.

16/11 Lions chasing ‘premiership redemption’

The Lions have declared they are chasing AFL “premiership redemption” next season following this year’s heartbreaking grand final loss to Collingwood.

16/11 Full AFL 2024 fixture: Grand finallists dudded as new ‘primetime darlings’ crowned

The AFL has announced the full fixture for season 2024, which will look slightly different than usual.

14/11 AFL breaks with tradition with blockbuster ‘Opening Round’ in bid to swoop on NRL

The AFL has announced a new look Round 1 fixture as it aims to steal the limelight from the NRL in NSW during the opening week of the footy season next year.

13/11 Tigers’ big Dusty move amid exit rumour

Despite Dustin Martin being linked with a reunion with Damien Hardwick to finish his career at the Gold Coast Suns, Richmond is set to open contract talks with the triple Norm Smith medallist in hopes of making him a Tiger a life.

12/11 ‘Outplayed’: Demons thrashed in shock AFLW Finals ambush

Melbourne’s stunning 41-point loss to North Melbourne in the AFLW’s second qualifying final at Ikon Park will “sting” the Demons for a while, according to coach Mick Stinear.

12/11 AFL drops huge surprise for 2024 Gather Round draw

The AFL has announced it will be taking two matches to the Adelaide hills during the 2024 Gather Round.

11/11 Axed Hawthorn star’s secret Collingwood meeting revealed

Collingwood has met with Chad Wingard twice since the end of the season, but the Hawthorn veteran wants to remain with the club as a rookie, despite his delisting, reports The Age.

07/11 Channel 7’s Abbey Holmes wows in wedding to ex-AFL player Keegan Brooksby

Popular Channel 7 presenter Abbey Holmes has finally had her dream wedding after three long years of waiting.

03/11 ‘Not from planet Earth’: Victor Wembanyama blows the NBA away

Victor Wembanyama showed signs of just how insanely dominant he can be in the best outing of his young NBA career on Friday.

31/10 AFL star busted with cocaine at casino

A rising Aussie rules star and recent Carlton recruit has admitted to possessing cocaine, found in his wallet in the bathroom of a Queensland casino, just a month before signing with the high profile club.

30/10 Channel 7 presenter gets dream wedding with marathon engagement ending

Abbey Holmes will finally get her dream wedding — three years in the making.

29/10 Richmond legend Trent Cotchin spills beans on coach’s girlfriend scandal

Trent Cotchin has admitted for the first time there was a rift between himself and his long-term mentor Damien Hardwick after the Richmond coach’s marriage breakdown.

27/10 ‘Serious concerns’ after sickening head clash stops AFLW clash

A sickening head clash has rocked Friday night’s AFLW contest between the Gold Coast Suns and GWS Giants, with play stopped for more than five minutes.

26/10 ‘It’s laughable’: NRL’s ‘cheeky’ ad infuriates AFL greats, reginites code wars

Australia’s football code wars have reignited after the NRL claimed to be the nation’s “biggest sport” in a cheeky boast to America.

22/10 Trent Cotchin shares Damien Hardwick’s brutal sledge to rival AFL club

Richmond champion Trent Cotchin has revealed a brutal sledge Damien Hardwick gave a rival AFL club in his final days as coach of the Tigers.

19/10 Ex-Sun facing court over illicit substance a day after Carlton move

Carlton has confirmed recruit Elijah Hollands is set to face court on possession of an illicit substance, a day after trading for him.

19/10 ‘Done nothing’: AFL coach already on hot seat after Trade Period shocker

The AFL Trade Period is run and done and while some teams were active and made plenty of moves, others have emerged as the clear losers of the off-season.

08/10 ‘Very shellfish’: Dees star spends night in hospital after allergic reaction

Melbourne defender Steven May spent the night in hospital after suffering an allergic reaction to food during a night out with his partner.

04/10 Rival chasing Dogs superstar; delisted duo’s potential lifelines – AFL Trade Whispers

Hawthorn reportedly remains interested in trying to lure Western Bulldogs star Bailey Smith this off-season.

02/10 ‘The name they want’: Brownlow winner floated in bombshell rumour

The AFL silly season is slow kicking into gear after the 2023 season came to an end with Collingwood’s Grand Final victory over Brisbane.

02/10 Blockbuster trade shakes up the Eastern Conference

Jrue Holiday said he wanted to retire with the Milwaukee Bucks, but now he’s with one of their top competitors in the Eastern Conference.

01/10 $3m tug-of-war between Grand Finalists for Crows star defender

The Grand Final’s final siren ended one season, but officially marked the beginning of another.

29/09 Damien Hardwick exposed over one Gold Coast Suns question

New Gold Coast Suns coach Damien Hardwick has had a moment to forget on Thursday night during an appearance on The Front Bar.

27/09 AFL star linked with bombshell rumour

Collingwood is preparing for a blockbuster Grand Final showdown against the Brisbane Lions, but they’re keeping just as busy off the field.

25/09 ‘These votes are insane’: Demand for change after Brownlow ‘travesty’

The AFL appears to have a Brownlow Medal crisis on its hands after a savage reaction to not only Lachie Neale’s surprise win – but some truly shocking votes in countless other games.

20/09 Richmond’s secret meeting in coach hunt exposed

Richmond’s hunt for a new senior coach looks to be heading down a certain path after a meeting between a leading candidate and club powerbrokers.

14/09 Hardwick adds Richmond premiership hero to Suns stable

Damien Hardwick has added a Richmond premiership player to his expanding arsenal at the Gold Coast Suns.

07/09 Dustin Martin speculation intensifies with image of secret meeting

The speculation around Dustin Martin future is set to kick into overdrive after he was spotted meeting with incoming Suns coach Damien Hardwick on the Gold Coast.

07/09 Dusty’ Martin’s holiday destination raises eyebrows

Dustin Martin’s holiday destination choice doesn’t seem to have doused any trade speculation.

05/09 Clubs in the mix for prized number one draft selection

If you thought West Coast and North Melbourne’s late-season wins were an emotional rollercoaster for this year’s No. 1 draftee – almost certain to be Harley Reid – standby for the twists and turns of this year‘s trade and draft period.

04/09 ‘Nup’: Tigers not happy with Hardwick comment that ‘went too far’

Richmond figures believe Damien Hardwick went too far with a comment about his new playing group, according to football journalist Caroline Wilson.

28/08 ‘Are you finished?’: Debate over ‘horrible, cynical, nasty’ AFL tanking theory gets personal

Criticism of North Melbourne’s decision not to tank and win their last game of the AFL season has sparked heated debate and been labelled a “horrible, cynical, nasty view of sport”.

26/08 Fans erupt over North Melbourne’s ‘most stupid win’

The equation was so simple for Alastair Clarkson and North Melbourne.

24/08 ‘He’s in the mix’: Contender for Tigers coach confirmed

Melbourne assistant Adem Yze is officially “in the mix” to be Richmond‘s next coach after the Demons confirmed an approach had been made and they’d support him taking part in the interview process during the AFL finals.

23/08 Suns coach not thinking about Tigers gig

Gold Coast interim coach Steven King is yet to give “too much thought” to the possibility of taking charge of Richmond next year, saying his focus was on finishing this season on a positive note before handing over the Suns’ reins to Damien Hardwick.

22/08 Former Essendon skipper makes career call

Former Essendon captain Dyson Heppell has bucked the trend of retiring veterans and will play on for another year to help guide a building group smashed by GWS last weekend.

21/08 Dane Swan drops hint about possible Dustin Martin-Damien Hardwick reunion

Newly appointed Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick says most of the components of the Suns’ next premiership side are already on their list.

21/08 Damien Hardwick beams over potential of AFL’s battlers

It’s fair to say Damien Hardwick is a little bit excited about his new job.

21/08 Incredible detail of Hardwick coup confirmed

Damien Hardwick has been tasked with bringing finals success to the Gold Coast after the premiership-winning mentor was confirmed as the Suns’ new coach.

19/08 Carlton break 10-year finals drought with ninth win in a row

The Carlton Blues have secured a spot in an AFL finals series for the first time in a decade, after surviving a dauntless performance from the Gold Coast Suns at Heritage Bank Stadium on Saturday.

19/08 Dimma breaks silence on coaching future as report says Dusty ‘more open than ever’ to move

Damien Hardwick has spoken publicly for the first time following reports he’s been locked in as the Suns’ next senior coach, with the three-time premiership boss saying he’s “looking forward to a possible new challenge”

17/08 ‘Are you serious?’: Gorden Tallis takes aim at Laurie Daley in fiery ‘best code’ debate

A pair of rugby league legends have fired up at each other in a tense live TV exchange over which is the No.1 football code in Australia.

14/08 ‘He’s no fool’: Secret bonus reason Hardwick joining Gold Coast Suns

Three-time premiership coach Damien Hardwick is set to be unveiled as the new Gold Coast Suns coach as early as next week, Fox Footy’s Jon Ralph has revealed.

13/08 Chaos set to unfold as the race to finals heats up

The finish line is within sight.

12/08 Fans erupt as the MCG delivers Matildas snub

Fans were flocking en masse to watch the Matildas play against France on Saturday.

10/08 Damien Hardwick’s first Gold Coast signing target emerges

The cart has been put before the horse at the Gold Coast Suns with Damien Hardwick’s first signing target revealed.

06/08 Nathan Buckley slams work rate of Brownlow medallist

Nathan Buckley has long been known as a straight shooter and he didn’t miss his target during commentary on Sunday.

05/08 Fans lose it as AFL’s score review system fails to provide answer

The Gold Coast Suns were lucky to only be down by 28 points at halftime against Adelaide on Saturday.

03/08 The AFL expected to pay monster portion of Hardwick’s deal

The Gold Coast Suns could be set to cash in on the AFL’s ambassadorial payments as they gear up to lure Damien Hardwick north.

03/08 ‘I’d be filthy’: AFL great fumes as Suns offer Hardwick five-year deal

Gold Coast CEO Mark Evans has flown to Italy to offer former Richmond mentor Damien Hardwick a five-year deal to become their next senior coach.

02/08 Gold Coast could have a problem as they fly to Italy to meet Damien Hardwick

Gold Coast chief executive Mark Evans is reportedly on his way to Europe in the hope of convincing Damien Hardwick to become the club’s new coach.

29/07 The two men reignited their long-running, and ugly, AFL feud

Dayne Zorko and Touk Miller added the latest chapter to their long-running rivalry.

27/07 Bont ‘greatest ever Bulldog’: coach

GWS coach Adam Kingsley says Marcus Bontempelli could be “the Bulldogs’ greatest every player” as the Giants plot to shut him down and keep their six-game winning streak alive.

25/07 Reclusive Aussie sporting great spotted in inner circle of Aussie Ashes squad

Former Socceroos captain Lucas Neill has added to the celebrity sightings around the touring men’s Ashes side in England, being spotted with Test captain Pat Cummins after day five at Old Trafford.

23/07 AFL rocked by ‘abhorrent and disgusting’ abuse towards Port gun

Willie Rioli has received disgusting messages on social media after an apparent swipe to the head of a Collingwood player during the Magpies’ thrilling win over the Power.

17/07 Sacked AFL coach makes bizarre appearance inside Australia’s Ashes camp

Sacked former Suns coach Stuart Dew has made a bizarre, unexplained move to join the Australian Ashes squad ahead of the Fourth Test.

11/07 Former Docker Cam McCarthy caught driving over eight times legal limit

Former Fremantle Docker Cameron McCarthy has been caught driving with over eight times the legal limit of alcohol in his system in WA’s southwest.

05/07 Embattled Suns coach not chasing ‘sympathy’

Suns chief executive Mark Evans has stopped short of guaranteeing Stuart Dew will be Gold Coast coach beyond this season but claims he never approached Damien Hardwick about the position.

04/07 ‘She just doesn’t care’: Suns boss unloads on journo’s ‘vendetta’, rejects sacking claim

Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew has unloaded on “unfounded” claims by veteran journalist Caroline Wilson, claiming Suns players are “filthy” over reports he’s on the brink of being sacked.

03/07 ‘Days are numbered’: Suns boss Dew facing axe ‘by end of month’

Stuart Dew’s days are numbered as coach of the Gold Coast Suns, according to veteran AFL reporter Caroline Wilson, and he could be gone by the end of the month.

30/06 Hawks coach explains Clarko snub

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell says he did not deliberately snub former mentor Alastair Clarkson in his AFL Hall of Fame acceptance speech.

29/06 Hawks coach addresses Clarko snub

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell says he did not deliberately snub former mentor Alastair Clarkson in his AFL Hall of Fame acceptance speech.

18/06 Great’s scathing analysis of Suns amid glaring ‘dark cloud’

Fox Footy pundits have lamented a big missed opportunity from Gold Coast in getting smashed by Carlton as the Suns’ hopes of a maiden finals berth took a hit.

15/06 Brisbane Lions rocked as veteran duo stand down

Brisbane veterans Jack Gunston and Daniel Rich won’t play Sydney on Friday night or for “a little while” after telling coach Chris Fagan their form wasn’t up to scratch.

15/06 Veteran duo axed and out for a ‘little while’

Brisbane veterans Jack Gunston and Daniel Rich won’t play Sydney on Friday night or for “a little while” after telling coach Chris Fagan their form wasn’t up to scratch.

10/06 Hawks skipper in hot water after tackle leaves Lion out cold

Hawthorn skipper James Sicily returned to lead his side in a stunning upset on Saturday afternoon as they took down Brisbane at the MCG.

06/06 ‘Are you fair dinkum?’: $1.4m Dustin Martin trade call ‘dumbest argument ever heard’

A radical call to trade Richmond superstar Dustin Martin has been shut down as “the dumbest argument ever heard.”

05/06 ‘Horrifying scene’: Adelaide Crows coach speaks after being punched in head

Crows coach Matthew Nicks has for the first time spoken publicly about the traumatic moment he was the innocent victim of a coward punch.

04/06 Stunning graph says it all after Gold Coast Suns blitz

The Gold Coast Suns have done the Darwin double in 2023 and extended their winning record at their home away from home with a stunning 25 point win over the Adelaide Crows.

02/06 Dusty ‘invested’ as rumours swirl

Richmond superstar Dustin Martin is as “invested” as he‘s ever been at the Tigers as speculation swirls about his future in the wake of coach Damien Hardwick’s shock departure.

29/05 ‘Biggest d***’: Andrew Gaze’s X-rated balls-up on live TV

Basketball great Andrew Gaze is one of the more likeable, affable personalities on television, but no one is immune to the occasional gaffe on live TV.

28/05 ‘It hit the flags!’: Little-known ‘quirk’ almost turns Suns-Dogs clash

The umpiring in last night’s Suns-Dogs clash at TIO Stadium has raised eyebrows around the league, with the fans livid over some of the decisions made during the Sir Doug Nicholls Round match in the Top End, but it was one “quirk of footy” that saw fans and commentators alike scratching their heads.

28/05 Photo of AFL coach Damien Hardwick is going viral

It’s not quite Ibiza, but Damien Hardwick is living his best life.

28/05 Bulldogs forward savaged for ‘inventing contact’ in AFL loss

Western Bulldogs small forward Cody Weightman is in the spotlight once again for one of the most frowned upon acts in the AFL.

27/05 Rich ready to return for Lions

Lions veteran Daniel Rich has put his faith in Brisbane’s medical staff to ensure he has the best chance of featuring in the club’s bid for its first AFL premiership in 20 years.

27/05 Nathan Buckley spotted ‘observing’ in Fremantle’s coach’s box

Nathan Buckley is dipping his toe back into the world of AFL coaching.

25/05 Richmond boss gives clue on Hardwick replacement, calls out AFL ‘myth’

Richmond CEO Brendon Gale has given a clue on who the Tigers will consider to replace Damien Hardwick as the club’s next senior coach.

24/05 Dew: I’m the man to lead the Suns

Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew insists he feels secure in his job despite Damien Hardwick being linked with a move to the Suns following his shock exit from Richmond.

24/05 Bombshell rumour throws David Koch into a spin after ‘disrespectful’ claim

An AFL great has shared a bombshell rumour that suddenly leaves Port Adelaide president David Koch on shaky ground.

23/05 Suns player racially abused by Lions fan

A Brisbane Lions investigation has failed to identify a supporter who racially abused Gold Coast Suns defender Mac Andrew in Saturday night’s QClash at the Gabba.

23/05 ‘Go to Ibiza’: Dustin Martin’s unique advice to Damien Hardwick

Dustin Martin has told Damien Hardwick to head overseas after the former Richmond coach’s bombshell decision to quit the club.

22/05 Hardwick ‘hand grenade’ sparks AFL coaching ‘merry-go-round’

Damien Hardwick’s shock departure from Richmond is expected to spark a coaching domino effect around the AFL.

20/05 Ugly two-year low condemns Crows

The Western Bulldogs continued their surge towards the top four with a comprehensive 45-point victory over Adelaide in a match played in brisk conditions in Ballarat on Saturday.

16/05 Hawks’ big out for unusual Eagles game

Hawthorn defender Changkuoth Jiath will miss the club’s clash with 17th-placed West Coast due to a calf strain, the Hawks have revealed.

12/05 ‘Not good enough’: West Coast savaged over horrowshow

West Coast’s Tim Kelly has ripped into his own teammates in a searing half-time interview during the Eagles’ thrashing at the hands of the Gold Coast Suns.

09/05 AFL world blows up after Melbourne’s Jacob van Rooyen ban upheld

There’s no easy way to put this, but the AFL is in complete shambles.

08/05 Matt Rowell baffles footy world by appearing to eat grass

You could write plenty of books about the weird habits and dietary intakes of athletes, but there’s not many that would be more strange than Gold Coast star Matt Rowell’s display on Sunday ahead of their fixture against Geelong at Heritage Bank Stadium.

06/05 ‘Rub of the green’: Suns fans ‘aggrieved’ after two key calls in frantic final minutes

A relieved Melbourne surged to top of the AFL ladder after holding off a plucky Gold Coast outfit to claim a win, with a couple of late contentious decisions leaving Suns fans far from pleased.

04/05 Matthew Lloyd predicts widespread AFL ‘carnage’

Essendon legend Matthew Lloyd believes the inclusion of a 19th team into the league will cause unbridled chaos among the AFL.

03/05 Waleed spotted with Carrie Bickmore’s ex

Carrie Bickmore’s ex-partner, Chris Walker, spent part of his weekend with her former colleague, Waleed Aly.

02/05 Gold Coast star shuns move talk

Gold Coast spearhead Ben King has no interest in following the AFL news cycle even when his future keeps coming up and is adamant he’s loving life playing at the Suns.

30/04 Gold Coast Suns hand Richmond fifth straight defeat to leave Tigers dynasty dead and buried

A contentious deliberate rushed behind decision couldn’t take the polish off an impressive Gold Coast win which keeps the Suns within an arm’s length of the top eight.

27/04 ‘Competitive advantage’: Tassie’s special weapon

Alastair Clarkson is adamant a new Tasmanian team can replicate the success of Geelong in luring players to a unique setting and get a “competitive advantage” over other clubs as the green light for a 19th AFL team looks closer than ever.

26/04 Eddie McGuire’s scathing assessment of Tasmania over AFL furore

Eddie McGuire says James Sicily was just delivering a brutal truth when he took a surprising shot at Tasmania.

23/04 Touk Miller injury puts cloud over gutsy Gold Coast win

Touk Miller has gone down with a knee injury in grim signs for a Suns outfit that managed to knock over North Melbourne in a gutsy and important win.

20/04 Giants utility set to launch AFL trade period anarchy

GWS Giants star Harry Himmelberg looks set to be the number one target when the AFL Trade Period gets underway after the 2023 season.

18/04 Tribunal call backed after ‘series of unfortunate events’ sees Saint cop ‘grave’ ban

AFL 360 hosts Gerard Whateley and Jordan Lewis have backed the Tribunal’s decision to reduce the expected suspension for St Kilda’s Anthony Caminiti on Tuesday night.

18/04 Transgender player banned from elite basketball

Transgender basketball player Lexi Rodgers has been ruled ineligible to play elite level basketball in a ruling by Basketball Australia.

15/04 AFL icon Brent Harvey rushed to hospital with sickening injury

AFL icon Brent Harvey remains in hospital after suffering a sickening injury on Saturday in Melbourne.

14/04 Norwood Oval Image exposes AFL Gather Round black eye

Charm. Norwood Oval adds a bit of charm.

14/04 ‘He’s already left’: Suns coach storms off after Gather Round heartbreak

Stuart Dew says he did not have an emotional reaction before his Gather Round storm off on Friday night.

14/04 On-field teammate feud adds to Fremantle forward failures

Fremantle’s forward line woes have come under fire again, this time from inside the camp.

14/04 Fans unload as out-of-bounds blunder hands Fremantle a goal

You could almost hear Brian Taylor screaming his now-famous line “that was out of bounds!”, but the umpires in charge at Norwood Oval for the Gather Round match-up between Fremantle and Gold Coast weren’t having a bar of it.

14/04 Gather Round won’t be moving from Adelaide

AFL boss Gillon McLachlan says Gather Round could be in Adelaide “for a while” after the final tickets were sold on Friday morning making all nine games sellouts.

10/04 Adelaide Crows youngster responds to ‘abhorrent’ racist message

Adelaide Crows star Izak Rankine says he is disappointed after he was racially vilified on social media.

10/04 Hawks bench sign completely stumps the AFL world

Sorry Hawthorn, but you’re going to have to explain this one.

05/04 Why no AFL players have come out as gay

AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan has revealed there are known gay male players in the competition who are still reluctant to come out due to public pressure.

04/04 The best footy team that never was

Despite murmurs of his fake footy team becoming a lucrative side hustle, Dr Ken Sakata says if he wanted to make money, he would just “do more medical work”.

03/04 Cats forward under fire for Maccas comment after brutal assessment

Dual All-Australian Kane Cornes believes reigning premier Geelong is playing like a team that’s “satisfied” after dropping its third-straight game to open the season.

02/04 Geelong’s ‘absolute class’ act of sportsmanship praised

Geelong have been praised for their class act after the player stay on the field to form a guard of honour to help the Gold Coast Suns celebrate David Swallow becoming the club’s first player to 200 games.

30/03 Demons drop selection bomb

Melbourne will unleash gun forward Jacob van Rooyen for the first time against Sydney on Sunday.

27/03 ‘Is Jack the sickness or the cure?’: Jack Lukosius savaged over ‘disrespectful’ play

Dual All-Australian David King has exposed the stark workrate difference between Gold Coast players, pointing out one “disrespectful” effort from top-10 pick Jack Lukosius on Sunday that “destroys any form of culture you have at your footy club”.`

26/03 ‘Unstoppable’: Bombers fly high under the roof

Essendon needed a hero in front of goal — enter Kyle Langford, the makeshift forward who delivered in stunning fashion.

24/03 Aussie swimming icon’s marriage secretly over after 22 years

Australian swimming icon Samantha Riley has reportedly split from husband of 22 years Tim Fydler.

19/03 Kane Cornes calls for multiple week ban after ‘vicious’ bump

Melbourne Demons livewire Kysaiah Pickett is facing a nervous wait after playing arguably the best game of his career on Saturday night.

18/03 Lance Franklin ‘in strife’ after Swans obliterate Suns in opener

The Sydney Swans vanquished their Grand Final ghosts with a commanding display in their season opener against the Gold Coast Suns.

13/03 Contender set to crash the top four in 2023 AFL season

Let’s work out the tricky stuff first: Who’s going to miss out.

11/03 Cam the Lions man for all seasons

Brisbane star Cam Rayner has relished his pre-season move to defence, but his versatility has him ready slot into any role when the Lions start their 2023 AFL campaign next Saturday against Port Adelaide.

08/03 AFL captains’ predictions: Carlton backed to break 10-year drought at rival’s expense

Carlton has been widely backed by AFL club captains to return to the finals for the first time since 2013, while Demons star Clayton Oliver looms as this season’s Brownlow Medal favourite.

08/03 Clarkson snubbed by AFL club captains

Luring four-time premiership coach Alastair Clarkson to North Melbourne won’t be enough to lift last year’s wooden spooners in o the AFL finals, according to the league’s captains.

07/03 Premiers and wooden spoon predictions ahead of 2023 season

You can smell it in the air; footy is almost here.

07/03 AFL great Campbell Brown spills beans over dad’s iconic, viral incident

Campbell Brown has revealed wild new details about his sacking from the Gold Coast Suns — and the incident that saw his dad overshadow the career-killing controversy.

28/02 Bombers’ sly Hird move during AFL trade war revealed

Behind the scenes footage has captured the moment Bombers officials attempted to lure its top trade target to the club using James Hird’s jumper.

26/02 Breakdown of every club from AFL’s opening pre-season game

The first week of AFL pre-season hitouts showed exactly what fans wanted to see - impressive new faces, including those in new places, and many changes.

23/02 Bombers R1 bolter dazzles in surprise comeback against Suns

Essendon has ran over the top of Gold Coast in a tight five-point win at Austworld Centre Oval that was abandoned early on the opening day of the AFL’s match simulations.

17/02 AFLW star cops disgusting sledge at training

A solitary pre-season training run at her local football club was the last place that Sarah Perkins expected to be sledged.

17/02 Fresh faces, new roles and injury voids: Every AFL club’s predicted Round 1 side

Footy is nearly here, with club-vs-club match simulations on their way next week and the lone official pre-season matches the week after that.

14/02 Sledged while grieving: AFLW star’s fat-shaming shock

A solitary pre-season training run at her local football club was the last place that Sarah Perkins expected to be sledged.

02/02 Ben Simmons’ shock trade value drop laid bare

The NBA’s February 10 trade deadline (AEDT) is nearing as teams are set to shake things up.

01/02 ‘Get serious’: sacked Blues coach goes off

Sacked Carlton coach Daniel Harford says the club has been far too focused on the men’s program, to the detriment of the women.

27/01 Suns secure rising star on long-term deal

Emerging star Noah Anderson will remain on the Gold Coast at least until the end of 2027 after signing a four-year contract extension with the Suns.

12/01 What every delisted and retired AFL player has planned for 2023

There’s always two sides to the story during flurry of post-season AFL list changes.

11/01 Bailey extends time in Lions’ den

Star Brisbane forward Zac Bailey is targeting a premiership after extending his stay at the Lions by a further two years.