4 h. ago Why the Bombers may not get a draft bonanza if they lose Merrett to their bitter rivals

The Bombers remain steadfast that Zach Merrett will not be traded under any circumstances, and rivals are struggling to see a scenario where the club will receive commensurate compensation for parting with him.

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10 h. ago ‘There must be something going on’: Hird backs wantaway Dons skipper Merrett

Essendon great James Hird has called for an end to the “rubbish” rumours about disgruntled Bombers captain Zach Merrett and believes the situation is still salvageable for both player and club.

Politics

33 h. ago Wanting out? Another AFL skipper is unhappy at his current club

Oscar Allen has left West Coast, Zach Merrett looks to be walking out on Essendon, and now the Kangaroos captain’s desire for more time in the midfield could have him seeking a trade away from Arden Street.

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9 d. ago 644 days and counting: ‘Unbeatable’ Kangaroos continue their streak

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round four. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

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9 d. ago 644 days and counting: ‘Unbeatable’ Roos continue their streak

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round four. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

Politics

1 week ago AFLW: Ruthless Roos win again; Kanga dads ‘join in the chorus’; Molloy for goal of the year?

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round four. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

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1 week ago AFLW: Sweet Sixteen for North Melbourne; Chloe Molloy for goal of the year?

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round four. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

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1 week ago AFLW: Molloy’s goal of the year contender; Lions win after free kick controversy

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round four. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

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1 week ago AFLW: Molloy’s goal of the year contender; Blue rocked by painful collarbone injury

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round four. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

Events

1 week ago AFLW round four: Blue rocked by painful collarbone injury; Hawks star bounces back in win

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round four. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

Events

1 week ago AFLW round four: Blue rocked by painful collarbone injury; Dees assert flag credentials

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round four. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

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1 week ago AFLW Round 4: Demons assert flag credentials; Cats drop their skipper

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round four. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

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2 w. ago ‘Can’t think, can’t process’: Hawks skipper Sicily opens up on injury struggles

James Sicily lacked so much confidence during the year, it felt like he had “dial-up internet” in his head.

Events

3 w. ago Gold Coast Suns vs Essendon AFL LIVE: Injury scare for Suns skipper, Bulldogs’ finals dream dashed, Ben Cousins out of legends game

Gold Coast face the Bombers in the last game of the home-and-away season. The Suns must win to make the finals. Follow along for live updates and post game reactions.

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