No place like home: How Dean Cox and co. rekindled WA's Origin pride
From welcoming past greats, to sharing personal stories and inspiring the next generation, state pride was at the heart of the WA squad's Origin mission
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How Swans plan to bounce back, what Cox will do differently in 2026
Sydney coach Dean Cox reflects on the 'learning experience' of last season and the growth of the game in the Harbour City
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Highlights: Western Australia v Victoria
Western Australia and Victoria clash in the 2026 AAMI AFL Origin
- 00:55
Oh, Dear: Calsher crunched in heavy contest
Calsher Dear cops a worrying knock during a marking clash and is assisted from the field
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No 'hiding under the blanket' at Blues, Voss brushes off contract talk
Carlton coach Michael Voss on learning from the mistakes of last year, what fans can expect and how the new faces have slotted in
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Ash’s electric night earns E.J. Whitten Medal
A stellar 25-disposal performance off half-back sees Lachie Ash crowned Victoria's best player in the Origin clash
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Hogan's five-goal haul seals Graham Moss Medal
Jesse Hogan boots five goals and controls the air inside 50 to be adjudged Western Australia's best player
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Inside Patrick Cripps' preparation for the return of Origin
Follow WA captain Patrick Cripps behind the scenes at AFL Origin in this video produced by Carlton Media
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The heartbreaking moment Cal Ward knew his career was over
New docuseries ‘No Holds Barred’, on the Seven Network, takes you inside the most emotional minutes of GWS’ 2026 campaign. Warning: Explicit language
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AFL Daily: Big watch on rule tweaks, clubs consider bench burst
Josh Gabelich and Cal Twomey provide insights into the 2026 rule changes
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What new Dees coach wants to change, inside his first meeting with Max
New Melbourne coach Steven King on his first few months in the job and how he encouraged the players to embrace the new era
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Ruled out or in doubt? The full injury latest from your club
Check out who's been injured at your club this pre-season
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Full schedule: All the details for every pre-season game
See the full details of all the pre-season games ahead of the start of the 2026 premiership season
The powerbroker: How Garry Lyon is keeping the Big V's heart beating
Back in the day, the legendary Ted Whitten was Victoria’s tour de force. In 2026, it is Garry Lyon
Why Carr questioned 'fairytale element' of becoming Power coach
Josh Carr speaks to AFL.com.au's Cal Twomey about his coaching path, a new-look Port, the club's recruits and more
The pre-season attitude that has Oliver primed for Giant debut
Adam Kingsley is confident Clayton Oliver can rediscover his best at the Giants
Back to where he began: Giants skipper set for familiar switch
Toby Greene is primed to spend plenty of time away from his usual forward role, GWS coach Adam Kingsley tells Riley Beveridge
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A new dawn: What Dees' midfield could look like in 2026
No Christian Petracca or Clayton Oliver, and with Jack Viney sidelined, the Dees' midfield is set to look different in 2026
AFLanalysis Feeling Dusty: The lessons Reid can learn from Tigers great
Eagles coach Andrew McQualter sees plenty of parallels between Harley Reid and former Tigers star Dustin Martin
Eagles 'open' to Neale pursuit to add to dynamic young core
West Coast coach Andrew McQualter would welcome Brisbane star Lachie Neale to his ranks
Three Lion kings? The captaincy question facing Brisbane
Josh Gabelich takes a closer look at the captaincy situation at Brisbane
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Squad analysis: How Origin teams compare
Check out how the two star-studded AAMI AFL Origin squads compare
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From Fish to Kearney, what AFLW Origin teams would look like
Sarah Black assesses what AFLW Origin teams would look like for Victoria and Western Australia
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Draft rewind: Why new Cat Cowcher is so cool, calm, and collected
Western Australia’s Evie Cowcher has been the best junior in her state for years, but a back injury robbed her in her final year of under-18s. She’s now back and ready for the Telstra AFLW Draft.
A tier-y farewell? AFLW to fast-track salary cap introduction
The AFLW is moving to implement a salary cap to replace the current player payment structure, in a move that could see an increase in player movement
Inaugural AFLW player and Giants vice-captain calls time
Greater Western Sydney vice-captain Katherine Smith has retired
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Blues' rise: 'Is footy meant to be this fun?'
Carlton veteran Darcy Vescio reflects on Carlton’s climb in 2025 and how they’re handling the long off-season
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Draft rewind: Meet the Suns' new golden girl Ava Usher
Ava Usher discusses her mid-year setback in her return from a torn ACL, and the prospect of joining Gold Coast as an Academy player
Tassie preparing to enter AFLW competition in 2028
Tasmania CEO Brendan Gale has indicated when he expects the Devils to enter the AFLW competition
The new way AFLW teams can add players to their lists
The AFLW's first pre-season draft is on the horizon, with players needing to meet one key criteria in order to be eligible
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Draft rewind: Meet no.1 pick Olivia Wolmarans
Key forward Olivia Wolmarans has leapt into the top of Telstra AFLW Draft calculations after switching her attention from the heptathlon to football
Power coach steps down after four seasons in charge
The Power are searching for a new AFLW coach after Lauren Arnell made the decision to step down
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Fantasy news: Marshall discusses role, match sim latest
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Fantasy forwards: Premiums, mid-priced options, Roy's picks
Roy takes a look at the best forwards for AFL Fantasy Classic and how they will feature on your draft day
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LISTEN: Popular picks but variety expected in Fantasy forward lines
The Traders chat through the AFL Fantasy forwards to pick in Classic and Draft
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Fantasy rucks: Premiums, cheaper options, Calvin's picks
Calvin takes a look at the best big men in AFL Fantasy Classic and how they will feature on your draft day
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LISTEN: Huge Fantasy rucks preview as rule changes set to impact
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Brownlow medallist to miss the start of the season
Matt Rowell requires surgery on a broken finger
LISTEN: Jamarra's return a 'work in progress', do Suns now have flag list?
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Weitering 'a good chance' to face Swans despite injury diagnosis
Carlton is optimistic Jacob Weitering will be fit to play Sydney in Opening Round
Oliver looks to old mate's GWS revival for inspiration
Former Demon Clayton Oliver has a familiar role model as he looks to regain his place among the AFL's most damaging players
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Giant's injury worse than first thought, young mid to miss praccy games
GWS's injury issues grow as the 2026 season approaches
LISTEN: Celebrating Origin's return, our first taste of the 2026 rule changes
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Cox backs Perth to remain Origin host, provides update on hurt trio
Dean Cox believes AAMI AFL Origin should stay on the football calendar, and backed Perth to continue hosting
Giants land double as rebounding defender, key forward win Origin medals
Lachie Ash and Jesse Hogan claimed medals as best afield for their respective states in AAMI AFL Origin
LISTEN: The build-up, the buzz, the banter ahead of Origin's return
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How Origin helped rivals Bont and Toby clear the air over a cup of coffee
Toby Greene vowed last year he wouldn't ever share a beer with Marcus Bontempelli, so the Western Bulldogs skipper bought his arch rival a coffee instead
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Neale deals out 60m rocket in solo stunner
Shannon Neale sells some candy before unleashing a mammoth effort on the run to notch his fourth goal
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High-flying Cat hangs and bangs it home
Oliver Henry soars for a towering grab before finishing truly
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Rock and Chol: Mabior goes early with sizzling speccy
Mabior Chol wastes no time in 2026, soaring above the pack and clunking a ripping grab in match sim
AFL - 00:50
Lewis lifts off: Hawk’s reminder in lightning minute
Hawthorn fans will be buzzing as Mitch Lewis clunks two beauties before drilling back-to-back goals in a blink
AFL - 00:43
‘One way to put your name up in lights’: Perez pizazz
Former Roo and Hawthorn SSP hopeful Flynn Perez launches an absolute ripper from outside 50
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‘Don’t know if he’s kicked many better’: Hawk’s cracker
Conor Nash barely breaks stride before sending a booming snap through from distance
AFL - 00:55
Oh, Dear: Calsher crunched in heavy contest
Calsher Dear cops a worrying knock during a marking clash and is assisted from the field
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Mini-Match: Western Australia v Victoria
Extended highlights of the Western Australia and Victoria clash in the 2026 AAMI AFL Origin
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Full post-match, Origin: Victoria
Watch Victoria’s press conference after AAMI AFL Origin against Western Australia
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Full post-match, Origin: Western Australia
Watch Western Australia’s press conference after AAMI AFL Origin against Victoria.
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Hogan's five-goal haul seals Graham Moss Medal
Jesse Hogan boots five goals and controls the air inside 50 to be adjudged Western Australia's best player
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Ash’s electric night earns E.J. Whitten Medal
A stellar 25-disposal performance off half-back sees Lachie Ash crowned Victoria's best player in the Origin clash
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Quick Recap: Western Australia v Victoria
Short highlights of the Western Australia and Victoria clash in the 2026 AAMI AFL Origin
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Highlights: Western Australia v Victoria
Western Australia and Victoria clash in the 2026 AAMI AFL Origin
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Ash goes on incredible dash before Daicos and Danger own the moment
Lachie Ash hits turbo mode and completes a stunning burst before Nick Daicos and Patrick Dangerfield combine for a big major
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WA catches fire as sizzling Cameron cues ‘Country Roads’
Western Australia rides a huge momentum wave in the final term as Charlie Cameron adds another to bring belief
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Toby turns mess into gold before Danger's bomb from 60
Toby Greene wrestles a messy football through before Patrick Dangerfield unleashes a monster effort
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Optus Stadium erupts as hometown stars light it up
Dockers duo Shai Bolton and Luke Jackson get the WA crowd roaring after nailing electric back-to-back goals
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Horror collision sees star Blue stretchered off
A shocking blow as Carlton’s Jacob Weitering is assisted from the ground on a stretcher after a brutal clash
AAMI AFL Origin Delivers $1 million boost for Western Australian community football
As the Big V and Sandgropers prepare to clash in front of a sold-out Optus Stadium for AAMI AFL Origin, the AFL today announced a major funding boost for Western Australia's local football community.
Bill Walker elevated to Legend status
Swan Districts’ great Bill Walker – the only man in WA football history to have won four Sandover Medals – will be elevated to Legend Status at the Hall of Fame induction in Melbourne on June 9
Finalists Announced for Best Community Football Facility Project of 2025
The 2025 finalists have been announced for the Ken Gannon Football Facilities Award, recognising the projects that set the benchmark in best-practice design and development to support the continued growth of Australian Football
Lucky we’re with AAMI: AFL and AAMI partnership extension announced
The AFL and AAMI have announced a partnership extension, seeing one of Australia’s largest and most awarded insurers expand their association for a minimum of three years
Price freeze on General Admission tickets at MCG and Marvel Stadium as tickets go on sale for the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
The AFL is pleased to announce a price freeze on general admission tickets for all matches at the MCG and Marvel Stadium across the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season.
AFL confirms medal and trophy appointments for 2026 AAMI AFL Origin
The AFL has confirmed the medal and trophy presenters for the 2026 AAMI AFL Origin match between Western Australia and Victoria
2025 AFL Financial Result
The AFL has forwarded its 2025 financial results to the Presidents and Chairs of the 18 clubs, ahead of next month’s Annual General Meeting
AFL and Virgin Australia renewed partnership soars to new heights
The AFL and Virgin Australia have announced a new partnership
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