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AFL 2024
How the AFL review became an orgy of club self-interest
There have been some sober, intelligent suggestions on potential changes to the AFL competition, but certain issues have been dominated by self-interest, point-scoring and whingeing.
- by Jake Niall
Analysis
AFL 2024
Magpies try one great escape too many; Hawks back in the box office
- by Andrew Stafford
Four Points
AFL 2024
Dons sit in the top four, but here’s why their issues go far beyond a few controversial umpiring calls
- by Michael Gleeson
Insight & Analysis
Who are the iron men of the AFL? The names and numbers behind them might surprise you
They are not necessarily speed demons or endurance beasts, but these players give their coaches tactical flexibility. And at a time when the tag is back, their importance is greater than ever.
Andrew Wu
Sports Writer
Out of harm’s way: AFL’s mental health boss on drugs policy, weight ban
Dr Kate Hall, who treated AFL players with drug and mental health issues in her previous life as a clinical psychologist, says the league is focused on “harm minimisation”.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
State of Origin can work again for the AFL. Here’s how
There’s a way to do it that would contribute to Australian rules football overall, placate those concerned about injuries and still ensure a worthy spectacle.
Vince Rugari
Reporter
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Analysis
AFL 2024
How the Bombers ‘dropped the bundle’ in horror second half against Cats
It takes a lot to build trust, and a lot less for it to be lost. The credibility the Dons had slowly built in 14 games was eroded in one miserable half, vindicating why sceptics had not rushed to endorse the club’s finals credentials.
- by Andrew Wu
Stengle stays: Geelong secure crafty forward for next five years
The dynamic small forward has decided to remain at the Cats, knocking back a big offer from St Kilda.
- by Peter Ryan
In Depth
AFL 2024
Grand moves: AFL ponders concessions for non-Victorian clubs on footy’s biggest day
- by Caroline Wilson
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‘You can’t tackle someone like that’: Concussion expert takes aim at Dangerfield call
- by Jon Pierik and Scott Spits