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West Coast Eagle Tim Kelly and Caitlin Miller detail inspiring family story with sons Tykeem, Trey and Tariq

In a special sit-down interview with Danielle Laidley, Tim Kelly and partner Caitlin Miller have opened up on their inspiring family story and the weight of his high-profile trade to West Coast.

Collingwood star Scott Pendlebury suffers knee issue in Pies' clash with Brisbane Lions

There will be a fitness watch on Scott Pendlebury for AFL wildcard round after the Magpie was forced out of Collingwood's game with Brisbane before halftime.

AFL’s illicit drug code back in spotlight in wake of damning allegations from Sydney Swans hotel scandal

AFL luminary Eddie McGuire did not hold back in April when the AFL announced a new-look illicit drugs policy aimed at closing loopholes and providing harsher sanctions.

Sydney Swans vehemently deny any other club representatives were involved in hotel scandal

Sydney have vehemently denied representatives of the club, apart from the five players banned for the remainder of the AFL season, were in the Melbourne hotel room at the centre of a police investigation.

West Coast coach Andrew McQualter on why their performance against Hawthorn will impact their 2027 AFL season

West Coast coach Andrew McQualter says he’s made it clear to the young Eagles that while Sunday’s clash against Hawthorn may be their final of 2026, it will be pivotal for how they start next season.

Jan Cooper has never stopped fighting for women’s footy.

“I was never allowed to play football. By the time I left my role at the AFL there was close to half a million women and girls running around.”

Butler cops ban, two Saints players fined for staging

St Kilda veteran Dan Butler has copped a one-match suspension for rough conduct on the Suns' Mac Andrew, and it may end up being his final game for the Saints.

Ryan Daniels: It’s time for the league and players to grow up in wake of Sydney Swans saga

The AFL has been pretending everything is fine for decades. They need to get real, writes Ryan Daniels.

Eagles open to mature talent but tight lipped on Warner

Chad Warner has been on West Coast's radar for years, but the star Swans midfielder now faces an uncertain future after being caught up in the hotel scandal.

Fremantle Dockers rested Jye Amiss, Sam Switkowski and Heath Chapman as part of finals planning

Fremantle have rested Jye Amiss, Sam Switkowski and Heath Chapman for Saturday’s game against Carlton at Marvel Stadium and that decision was based purely around being ready for September.

Fremantle Dockers coach Justin Longmuir believes team is now experienced enough to handle another early start

Fremantle have found it challenging to play their best footy when playing early in the day but Justin Longmuir has revealed why he’s confident that won’t be an issue on Saturday

'It's been special': Suns star King makes big admission

Gold Coast spearhead Ben King has become emotional in the rooms after kicking three goals in what was almost certainly his last game for the Suns.

PM lashes AFL over response to Swans scandal

The AFL has come under fire from Anthony Albanese as Sydney Swans leaders prepare to face the media for the first time since five players were banned.

Lions ready for latest high-stakes Magpies showdown

Brisbane's latest clash with Collingwood is another high-stakes one with the Lions determined to win and seal an AFL top-four berth.

Suns send-off club stalwart with win over Saints

Gold Coast have ended a hugely disappointing season by taking care of St Kilda by 23 points at Marvel Stadium.

Woman at centre of the Sydney Swans’ sex assault allegations speaks out

The woman at the centre of the Sydney Swans’ sex assault allegations says she just wants justice, while another woman says they fear for their lives.

Craig O’Donoghue: AFL must kick the Sydney Swans out of the finals series to avoid major integrity problems

The AFL cannot allow Sydney to play finals and jeopardise the integrity of this year’s premiership. It is vital they are kicked out of the finals, writes Craig O’Donoghue.

Sydney Swans name Corey Warner to replace stood down brother Chad against North Melbourne

Corey Warner has been called up to Sydney’s team for this weekend in the absence of five banned stars, including his brother Chad.

AFL appeals board hands down swift van Rooyen verdict

Melbourne will have to win two finals for Jacob van Rooyen to play again this year after the AFL appeals board upheld his three-match ban.

Swans name eight replacements for banned five

Sydney have decided who they will bring into their squad to replace Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, Nick Blakey, James Jordon and Riley Bice.