AFL 2023
Author of Hawthorn racism report charged with fraud
Phil Egan, who authored an incendiary report into alleged racism at the Hawthorn Football Club, has been slapped with dozens of fraud charges over allegations he siphoned hundreds of thousands of dollars from an Aboriginal co-op.
- by Cameron Houston and Peter Ryan
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‘It is tough’: West Coast Eagles boss defends club’s strategy amid grim season
Club chief executive Trevor Nisbett said he stood by coach Adam Simpson and the players, and dispelled rumours circulating about the club.
- by Holly Thompson
Backing Voss for 2024 was crucial: Cook explains how stability revived Carlton’s season
Carlton’s chief executive believes the public guarantee given to Michael Voss when the team was in the doldrums had a flow-on effect that helped the Blues recapture their best form.
- by Jake Niall
Himmelberg rejects free agency to stay a Giant; Oliver’s wait continues
A key player in the AFL’s trade and free agency market has decided to stick with his club as it fights for finals in the remaining four rounds, and the Demons will keep Clayton Oliver on ice for another week.
- by Peter Ryan
Opinion
For subscribers
Full-time footy is a myth, and it shows on the scoreboard
The work-life balance has gone too far; clubs give their players too much time off. It is starting to show on the scoreboard, and in the games we watch weekly.
- by Kane Cornes
Concussion horror threatened Lions title quest. Jack had other ideas
The heartbreaking loss of a leading Lion put a dent in Brisbane’s title chances. After inking a monster new deal, one man revealed it inspired him to new heights.
- by Nick Wright
Opinion
West Coast Eagles
West Coast have a mighty rebuild ahead of them. Here’s where they should look outside the draft...
West Coast have made their intentions clear to rebuild via the draft. But there’s real merit in trying to seek out a heap of West Australians playing interstate.
- by Paddy Sweeney
AFL Briefing
AFL injury ward
Star Cat headbutted while watching cricket; Clarkson all smiles at training
Jeremy Cameron was headbutted in an attack in a Geelong hotel after last week’s game against Fremantle. Meanwhile, it was back to business as usual at North Melbourne on Wednesday with coach Alastair Clarkson overseeing training.
- by Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu
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Collingwood Magpies
Six more years: Daicos brothers sign new deals at Collingwood
Collingwood have locked the dynamic duo in for the next six years, confirming both Daicos brothers have agreed to new deals to stay at the club their father starred for.
- by Peter Ryan and Jake Niall
Exclusive
Gold Coast Suns
Gold Coast expected to offer Damien Hardwick five-year deal
The Queensland club is a step closer to confirming Damien Hardwick as their next coach, with club chief executive Mark Evans planning to fly to Italy to talk to the Richmond premiership coach on his vacation.
- by Sam McClure
Opinion
Concussion crisis
Why would you be an AFL club doctor?
It’s a tough job being an AFL club doctor, and it’s getting more difficult. You’re on call 24 hours a day, and on match day must make quick decisions under fierce scrutiny.
- by Peter Brukner