AFL

The Western Bulldogs have scored a thrilling five-point win over premiers Brisbane at the Gabba.

Lions run down as Bulldogs go toe-to-toe with champs

Ed Richards starred as the Bulldogs rallied from 26 points behind to beat the two-time reigning AFL champions Brisbane in their own backyard.

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Jake Stringer has soared to great heights in kicking five goals in the Giants' win over Hawthorn. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

Hawks got what they deserved in Giants loss: Mitchell

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell says the Hawks got exactly what they deserved in a 27-point season-opening loss to GWS.

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A look back at Cometti's career highlights

The many heights of Cometti’s calling career

From East Fremantle Oval to the colosseum of the MCG to the biggest sporting stage of them all Cometti’s brilliance took him not just around Australia but across the world.

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Craig McRae has been forced to address rumours about his marriage.

Coach addresses swirling marital rumours

Collingwood coach Craig McRae has moved to address not one but two rumours that have run rampant during the AFL off-season.

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The new AFL season has sparked to life as former Carlton forward Charlie Curnow slotted his first goal as a Swan.

AFL opener sparks to life with spicy Curnow scuffle

It’s taken a half, but the new AFL season has sparked to life as former Carlton forward Charlie Curnow slotted his first goal as a Swan.

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Dennis Cometti and Bruce McAvaney

‘Soundtrack of our nation’, McAvaney farewells Cometti

On the eve of a new season, the AFL lost one of its greatest champions as close friend, Bruce McAvaney, led a fitting tribute to farewell Dennis Cometti. 

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The SCG stood as one to remember the victims of Bondi and honour the heroes.

Spine-tingling scenes as SCG stands as one before season opener

The biggest cheer was reserved for the last person to step out onto the ground.

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Hamish McLachlan has paid tribute to Dennis Cometti’s “enormous legacy”.

Channel 7 pays tribute to broadcast legend Cometti

Hamish McLachlan has paid tribute to Dennis Cometti’s ‘enormous legacy’ after the broadcast legend passed away on Wednesday.

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Former West Coast captain Oscar Allen will begin his quest for a maiden flag with his new side on Saturday.

Allen confirmed for Lions debut alongside WA young gun

Former West Coast captain Oscar Allen will begin his quest for a maiden flag with his new side on Saturday, with the reigning premier Lions confirming he will debut alongside a West Australian youngster.

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Charlie Curnow (l) should lead the Swans back into the top four this season despite stiff opposition.

The remarkable AFL stat you will find hard to believe

I’m locking in my bold predictions for the 2026 season — and there’s one gem in here that will surprise most footy fans.

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Anthony Albanese paid tribute to Dennis Cometti on Thursday,

PM reels off Cometti’s greatest hits during Question Time

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese praised Dennis Cometti as ‘a true original’ as he went through some of his favourite lines from the legendary WA commentator during Federal Parliament’s Question Time.

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Craig McRae has denied rumours surrounding his personal life.

Craig McRae dismisses speculation surrounding his personal life

The Collingwood coach says the rumours are ‘so far from the truth’.

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Nick Riewoldt is excited for the AFL  season ahead.

The one big AFL change Riewoldt hates about this season

The St Kilda legend can’t wait for the first game to start, but there is a key move HQ has made he can’t stand.

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Dennis Cometti and Bruce McAvaney over the years.

‘Truly precious’: Bruce’s tribute for great mate Dennis

Bruce McAvaney says he’s ‘lost something truly precious’ with the passing of Dennis Cometti, praising his great mate as ‘the benchmark’ for Australian sports broadcasters.

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