Important Bombers leader to remain on inactive list
Bess Keaney will remain on the inactive list for the Bombers.
AFLW
24th March 2026
'We'll make it work': Why Cats were willing to wait for AFLW footy boss
It was a long but rewarding road to becoming Geelong's general manager of women's football for Dom Condo.
20th March 2026
How Roo's spectacular catch almost got her caught out
Tess Craven thought she'd have a few quiet games of cricket over summer but a social media post blew the secret.
19th March 2026
Back for Mua: Veteran relishing being fully fit for once
After several pre-seasons scuppered by injury, Mua Laloifi is raring to go for 2026.
17th March 2026
Four rule alterations announced ahead of 2026 AFLW season
Four rule alterations have been confirmed for the 2026 AFLW season.
16th March 2026
Lions appoint veteran sports administrator as new women's footy boss
Danielle Smith has been appointed as Brisbane's new head of women's footy, replacing the departing Bree Brock.
14th March 2026
Double-headers, big stadiums back on AFLW fixture agenda
The League has plenty to consider ahead of next season as clubs submit fixture requests.
13th March 2026
Date for inaugural AFLW pre-season draft locked in
The AFLW pre-season draft will be held virtually on May 4.
12th March 2026
How women's footy is helping to spread the AFL gospel in Europe
More than 150 players and officials gathered for the annual Gallia Cup in France last weekend, as women's footy continues to take hold in Europe.
The Midas touch: North hasn't lost since she walked through the door
Erin Lorenzini doesn't take the credit, but her role at North Melbourne has been huge in the Roos' success.
11th March 2026
Power set to raid Blues for new senior AFLW coach
Port Adelaide is eyeing a Carlton assistant coach to replace departed senior coach Lauren Arnell.
Lappin it up: Lions great's daughter on pressure, passion and premierships
Meg Lappin is following in her father Nigel's footsteps, making the move up to Brisbane with twin sister Ally in tow.
10th March 2026
Clubs to play up to SIX practice games in major pre-season shake-up
An expanded pre-season schedule has been pitched to clubs as an opportunity to assist the development of players who may not play during the season.
8th March 2026
Unlike her 327-game brother, this AFLW pioneer never pulled on a jumper
Aysha Ward has worked her way up from Essendon intern to a position in the club's executive team.
Three incredible women who have fought to rise to the top of the AFLW
Dom Condo, Erin Lorenzini and Aysha Ward are all on different, but successful, AFLW journeys.
6th March 2026
It's always Sunny: How Gold Coast became a destination club
After years in the footy wilderness, Gold Coast is finally retaining - and attracting - players across both programs.
27th February 2026
'Dream come true': How Crows star is giving back to Indigenous girls
Danielle Ponter has had a busy summer with a new contract, a wedding to plan and an important coaching role.
25th February 2026
From the ruck to the runway, Scholz right at home as footy and fashion collide
Power star Matilda Scholz joined several AFL and AFLW players at the Melbourne Noir show at the Melbourne Fashion Festival.
24th February 2026
Dees appoint interim head of women's footy as changes continue
Shae Sloane has been appointed as the Demons' interim head of women's football.
20th February 2026
Tigers set to appoint Ranges premiership coach to lead turnaround
Eastern Ranges premiership coach Jarrad Donders is set to take the helm at the Tigers.
Premiership assistant turns down rival approaches, lands new role at Roos
Rhys Harwood will remain at the Roos despite interest from rival clubs.
18th February 2026
AFLW players keen for their own version of AFL Origin
Despite falling in the AFLW off-season, players are keen to be part of future representative footy showcases.
Who's played the most games at your club? Some might surprise you
We take a look at which players have pulled on the jumper the most times for each club.
14th February 2026
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.
10th February 2026
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.
9th February 2026
Inaugural AFLW player and Giants vice-captain calls time
Greater Western Sydney vice-captain Katherine Smith has retired.
4th February 2026
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.
27th January 2026
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.
22nd January 2026
Draft, trade, cross-coders: How your club built its AFLW list
Some clubs back themselves to identify and develop young talent, while others hit trade periods hard. This is how each club has built its list.
19th January 2026
Stepping up: Your club's breakout player of 2025
From new stars to established ones who have found another gear, we choose the player from each club that turned heads this season.
15th January 2026
'Becoming relevant again': Fast-finishing Dogs put finals back in sight
Western Bulldogs coach Tamara Hyett says her side is ready to return to finals in 2026.
12th January 2026
DJs, designers, doctors: AFLW players' lives away from footy
From firefighting to fashion, DJ decks to design labels, see what AFLW players get up to away from the field.
8th January 2026
Your club's best 21: Who's in, who's out, who's new
Gemma Bastiani has compiled her predicted starting 21 for each team ahead of the 2026 season.
29th December 2025
Instant impact: The off-season moves that paid off in 2025
We take a look back at some of the best off-season moves that paid off in 2025.