North Melbourne Kangaroos
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
AFL reveals the start time of this year’s grand final
This year’s grand final will remain in its traditional Saturday afternoon time slot. The AFL Commission has signed off on league chief Andrew Dillon’s recommendation today.
- by Andrew Wu and Jon Pierik
Latest
Cats top-four quest back on track as Dempsey, Stengle star
Ollie Dempsey was innovative and eye-catching in a performance that might help him secure the Rising Star as Geelong’s clinical performance reminded rivals they aren’t out of the race.
- by Ethan James and Katie Bice
Updated
AFL 2024
‘He got the care he needed’: Voss says Blues followed concussion protocols with McKay
McKay kicked two goals after an apparent head knock in his team’s win over North Melbourne, and the Blues now have a quick turnaround to their next match on Friday night.
- by Roy Ward
Big blow for Swans as star injured in a day of the top eight shifting
Carlton have kept their second spot on the ladder, while Brisbane have climbed into the top-four.
- by Marnie Vinall
Analysis
AFL 2024
The quick fixes Carlton must make as they march toward finals
Carlton have taken major strides towards their first flag since 1995, but there are two key issues Michael Voss must address. One crucial question - are they better with two frontline ruckmen or not?
- by Jon Pierik
No Gawn, no worries: Wet footy and hardened Demons expose Bombers
The chaotic chase for AFL finals spots continues as Hawthorn dare to dream after another win and the Demons took down the Bombers. Flag favourite Sydney demolished the Kangas and Carlton cling to second spot after back-to-back losses.
- by Roy Ward, Vince Rugari, Andrew Stafford, Steve Barrett and Danny Russell
Parker and Mills a boon for Swans in big win over Kangaroos
Two club stalwarts made a welcome return on Saturday as the Swans returned to form with a thumping victory against North Melbourne.
- by Vince Rugari
Money Talks
AFL 2024
Big-money plays: The AFL change to stoke the trade fire
Giving clubs the capacity to trade picks two years into the future would increase the likelihood of big names moving clubs according to industry insiders.
- by Peter Ryan
This Collingwood comeback wasn’t quite enough; Bulldogs win but still ‘on edge’
On a frenetic day of footy, Sydney were pipped by Fremantle, there was a shock for Collingwood and Marcus Bontempelli shone for the Doggies. Geelong regained their form to take down a disappointing Essendon with Brad Scott frustrated by a lack of composure.
- by Roy Ward, Jon Pierik, Andrew Stafford, Andrew Wu and Malcolm Conn
The Scoop
AFL 2024
The 36 hours that convinced this former fast bowler to play his footy on the Gold Coast, not in Melbourne
Zak Evans has the best figures of 5-33 for the Melbourne Renegades, but now the former fast bowler is walking away from cricket to link up with Damien Hardwick’s side on the Gold Coast.
- by Sam McClure
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
‘The hardest thing’: Emotional Petracca reflects on profound impact on family; Danger cleared over tackle
Injured Melbourne star Christian Petracca has opened up about one of the most “traumatic” experiences of his life.
- by Scott Spits, Peter Ryan and Vince Rugari