AFL

Mitch McGovern has singed a one-year extension at Carlton.

Blues hand McGovern AFL lifeline after failed Khamis trade

Mitch McGovern will remain a Blue after Carlton handed the versatile defender a one-year contract extension after their failed move to pry Buku Khamis out of the Western Bulldogs.

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Ash Riddell of the Kangaroos embraces Jasmine Garner after last year’s grand final.

No comparisons needed: North’s looming mark stands alone

North Melbourne are on the brink of something special — but if we’re going to celebrate it, let’s do it properly. 

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Carlton have sacked a club mascot after he created a scene at a young fan’s Bar Mitzvah.

Carlton caught up in fresh storm over club mascot

A statement has been issued and the person at the centre of the incident has been sacked.

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Fitness millionaire influencer Tammy Hembrow has taken a sharp and unmistakably pointed swipe at Geelong star Bailey Smith. 

‘Ick’: Bailey Smith’s ex-lover takes jab at Geelong star

Millionaire fitness influencer Tammy Hembrow has taken a sharp and unmistakably pointed swipe at Geelong star Bailey Smith. 

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Nick Daicos has paid tribute to young Collingwood fan Kruz, who has died after battling leukemia.

Nick Daicos pays heartfelt tribute as community mourns young Pies fan

The brave six-year-old’s ‘dream came true’ when he met his beloved Magpies during his courageous battle this year.

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Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has reportedly been the victim of a disturbing extortion attempt.

Bulldogs coach victim of alleged $100,000 extortion attempt

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has reportedly been the victim of a disturbing extortion attempt, prompting the AFL integrity unit to appoint a security guard earlier this year.

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Dean Cox will coach WA’s State of Origin team.

In Cox we trust! Swans coach to lead WA in State of Origin

Dean Cox says it’s a ‘privilege’ to be unveiled as Western Australia’s coach for next year’s upcoming State of Origin reboot.

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Jason Johannisen has been let go by the Western Bulldogs.

Norm Smith medallist let go after rollercoaster career

The rookie pick became a premiership player and reinvented himself to play in a second grand final.

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Scott, pictured with wife Alex at the Brownlow Medal, is suing his former manager for taking $2.6 million from his investment accounts.

Pendlebury claims ex-manager ‘stole’ $2.6m from him

The former Collingwood captain has made the bombshell allegation in a Victorian court as it was revealed how he discovered the alleged theft.

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Bailey Smith will need to clean up his social media act.

Geelong warned to rein in Smith’s antics or face action

The AFL has reportedly warned Geelong to rein in polarising star midfielder Bailey Smith or face the consequences, fed up with the All-Australian’s social media antics.

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Zach Merrett with Harry Sheezel

Zach Merrett spotted training in enemy territory after failed trade

The Essendon captain and another superstar midfielder were at a rival club alongside several of their players.

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Cameron Guthrie has been delisted by Geelong.

AFL premiership hero axed in sad end to Geelong career

The club champion managed just 10 games in the past three years due to a variety of injuries.

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Clayton Oliver joined the Giants in this year’s trade period.

Clayton Oliver slammed for ‘incredibly stupid’ act

The Giants might already have a ‘fair bit of a buyer’s remorse’ for the recruitment.

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Mason Cox has announced his own delisting.

AFL premiership hero announces own axing in emotional video

The 34-year-old thanked fans as he revealed his time at the club is over.

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Jy Simpkin says footy has taken a toll on his mental health after the loss of two grandparents.

AFL captain bares soul in first statement on failed trade talks

‘Over the past 24 months footy has taken a toll on my mental health, especially with losing two loved ones this year.’

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