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Late play ... the Demons could surprise and snare Bradshaw. Peter Wallis

Dees eye Bradshaw

Melbourne Demons will not rule out using their prime position to snare Daniel Bradshaw in the pre-season draft.

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Lone GF rematch for 'anticipation'

The AFL says their decision to fixture only one rematch between this year's grand finalists Geelong and St Kilda in 2010 is aimed at building public anticipation for the encounter.

Carlton's Stevens retires

Carlton midfielder Nick Stevens says he has "no option" but to retire from AFL because of a serious neck injury.

St Kilda discard Maguire

Key defender Matt Maguire's career with St Kilda has ended on 99 games, the 25-year-old delisted after injuries ruined his final few years with the club.

Ablett could play with Gold Coast

Former Geelong premiership player Nathan Ablett is considering playing with Gold Coast in the VFL next season in what could be a step towards an AFL comeback.

AFL launches interstate academies

The AFL has announced that new club-based academies will be introduced in NSW and Queensland in an effort to entice young athletes to commit to Australian Rules.

AFL to introduce world under-16 team

The AFL will attempt to broaden their international development by introducing a world under-16 team into the national championships starting next year.

Monday on the menu

The AFL will again experiment with at least six Monday and Thursday clashes next year as they search for a new timeslot for their two extra sides.

Hawks put injuries in the past

Hawthorn says they are already ahead of last year, having almost full squad of players turn up to the first day of pre-season training.

Bursting free of Power bubble

At the age of 27, Shaun Burgoyne will finally get to experience AFL life outside the Port Adelaide "bubble".

Fed-up Hawks give Thorp the flick

Hawthorn have run out of patience with promising key-position player Mitch Thorp and discarded the 20-year-old with one year remaining on his contract.

Kennedy to step out of shadows

Sydney Swans recruit Josh Kennedy comes from fine stock but the in-and-under midfielder wants to make a name for himself in the Harbour City.

Nicoski set to stay with Eagles

After contemplating nominating for November's national draft, West Coast defender Mark Nicoski is on the verge of re-signing with the Eagles.

Brown, Fevola divide opinion

The prospect of Brendan Fevola joining Jonathan Brown has Brisbane Lions fans salivating, but players involved in similar forward partnerships suggest they may suffer teething issues.

Magpies in big bucks again

Collingwood are set to shrug off their catastrophic Beach Hotel investment and the global meltdown to again post a strong profit for the season.

NAB Cup draw includes western Sydney

Western Sydney - home to the AFL's 18th team - will get a taste of their first senior match next year by hosting an NAB Cup game at their future home, Blacktown Olympic Park.