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AFL 2024
The star Pies racing the clock to face Bombers; Blue Boyd’s ban downgraded; Umpiring standard is as good as ever, says AFL boss
Collingwood have two premiership players in doubt this week, but there is relief on the injury front for Carlton and Hawthorn, while AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon has defended the league’s under-pressure umpires.
- by Andrew Wu
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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No Tom, no worries: Blues back depth, trump Tigers without in-form ruck
The Blues planning for a premiership tilt is in full swing, so they took the cautious approach and made in-form ruckman Tom De Koning sit out the match against Richmond.
- by Peter Ryan
Hawks, Blues make it five wins on the trot; Hinkley emotional after ‘hard week’
Hawthorn finished the round one win outside the top eight after claiming their fifth straight win, while Carlton consolidated their top two spot and Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley got emotional following the Power’s response at Marvel.
- by Marnie Vinall
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In Depth
AFL 2024
Grand moves: AFL ponders concessions for non-Victorian clubs on footy’s biggest day
- by Caroline Wilson
