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Essendon and Richmond set to sell home games to Western Australia in shakeup to Dreamtime at the ‘G
Essendon and Richmond will play Dreamtime sequels in Western Australia during NAIDOC week after selling one home game each across the next two years. The second Dreamtime fixture is set to land on Round 16 in early July and will further celebrate Indigenous culture during what is a significant week, while the traditional Dreamtime at the ‘G game during Sir Doug Nicholls Round will not be affected.
AFL 2026: Jake Stringer likely to leave GWS Giants for St Kilda
Xander McGuire St Kilda have emerged as the club Jake Stringer is likely to join for the 2027 season, with conversations between both parties escalating rapidly in the last 72 hours. Stringer kicked 48 goals at GWS in 2026 but was not offered a new contract and struggled to find another AFL home throughout the trade period. He met with new Bombers coach Mark McVeigh at Friction Cafe in Essendon last Sunday. Stringer is married to McVeigh's cousin.
St Kilda likely to throw veteran forward Jake Stringer an AFL lifeline
St Kilda have emerged as the club Jake Stringer is likely to join for the 2027 season, with conversations between both parties escalating rapidly in the last 72 hours. Stringer kicked 48 goals at GWS in 2026 but was not offered a new contract and struggled to find another AFL home throughout the trade period. He met with new Bombers coach Mark McVeigh at Friction Cafe in Essendon last Sunday. Stringer is married to McVeigh’s cousin.
Carlton great Marc Murphy hailed a hero after stopping wild fight in Italy
Carlton legend Marc Murphy has performed a sensational citizen’s arrest in Rome, moments after saving an Italian chauffeur from an alleged unprovoked assault. Last month, the former Blues skipper broke up a brawl that hospitalised two men while his family watched – all just hours after landing in Italy off the back of a long-haul flight from Melbourne. Bystanders cheered and applauded Murphy for the heroic act.
Commonwealth Games 2026: Australia’s youngest and oldest competitors gunning for Games gold
Only athletes at their peak are selected for the Commonwealth Games and for Team Australia, that includes the young and the young at heart. There’s a 61-year age gap between our youngest and oldest competitors and both are gunning for gold.
Gold Coast pair Mac Andrew and Jamarra Ugle-Hagan deny any wrongdoing after video circulates Original
Gold Coast duo Mac Andrew and Jamarra Ugle-Hagan insist they were doing nothing untoward before being spotted walking out of a disabled toilet together during last Wednesday’s State of Origin decider at Suncorp Stadium. Gold Coast are backing in their high-profile duo after completing an investigation into a viral video that has circulated online since last week.
Police investigating North Melbourne draftee Lachy Dovaston over late-night incident
Dovaston was present as a group of people launched eggs into a Rowville carpark late on Thursday night. 7NEWS understands the group missed their intended targets, but police are still questioning them over the intentions of their actions. Police say the occupants of two different vehicles were throwing eggs. North Melbourne are aware of the incident but have opted not to comment.
Police investigating North Melbourne draftee Lachy Dovaston over late-night incident
Police are investigating an incident involving North Melbourne player Lachy Dovaston. Dovaston was present as a group of people launched eggs into a Rowville carpark late on Thursday night. 7NEWS understands the group missed their intended targets, but police are still questioning them over the intentions of their actions. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today Police say the occupants of two different vehicles were throwing eggs.
West Coast Eagles offer star defender Reuben Ginbey five-year contract extension Original
West Coast have made an early move to lock up one of their young stars, offering Reuben Ginbey a five-year extension to his contract. The Eagles have begun negotiations with the defender, who is contracted until the end of the 2027 season. While talks are still only in their early stages, the 21-year-old wants to stay at the Eagles for the long-term, granted the right deal is struck.
Hawthorn physio Andrew Lambert set for surgery after scans reveal tendon damage in both hamstrings
Scans have confirmed that Hawthorn head physio Andrew Lambert has suffered tendon damage in both hamstrings, one of which will require surgery. Lambert provided a rather comical moment when he mysteriously tumbled over twice in the final quarter of Thursday night’s pulsating draw between Collingwood and Hawthorn at the MCG.
WorkSafe looking into Carlton’s handling of Elijah Hollands situation Original
WorkSafe Victoria is now looking into Carlton over its handling of Elijah Hollands last Thursday night at the MCG. 7NEWS understands the watchdog will begin posing questions to the AFL and Carlton in the next week regarding how Hollands was able to play in the condition that he did. They will seek preliminary evidence before they decide whether a formal investigation is required.
Hawthorn star Jack Ginnivan has car stolen on eve of blockbuster clash in South Australia
Hawthorn star Jack Ginnivan’s car has been stolen, with the 23-year-old discovering the missing vehicle just as he was preparing to fly to Adelaide on Friday for the AFL’s Gather Round. It’s understood the car in question is a grey Nissan, and was stolen from Ginnivan’s home in Richmond. Ginnivan was still in Melbourne when the car was stolen overnight, despite Hawthorn being scheduled to play against the Western Bulldogs at the Adelaide Oval on Saturday.
Hawthorn star Jack Ginnivan has car stolen on eve of blockbuster clash in South Australia
Hawthorn star Jack Ginnivan’s car has been stolen, with the 23-year-old discovering the missing vehicle as he prepared to fly to Adelaide for Gather Round. It’s understood the car in question is a Nissan, and was stolen from Ginnivan’s home in Richmond. Ginnivan was still in Melbourne when the car was stolen, despite Hawthorn being scheduled to play against the Western Bulldogs at the Adelaide tomorrow night (Saturday).
Richmond zeroing in on Gosch’s Paddock as new training base while Punt Road Oval is redeveloped
Richmond is zeroing in on Gosch’s Paddock as its new training base, with Punt Road Oval to be torn up at the end of the 2026 men’s season in September or October. With the ongoing development of a new Jack Dyer stand and a resurfacing of the ground to be completed, the Tigers have been forced to find a new home for 6-8 months. The Tigers were interested in Waverley Park before Melbourne swooped in on the Mulgrave facility.
North Melbourne begin contract talks for Jackson Archer despite ACL injury and 2026 wipe-out
North Melbourne are working through a two-year contract extension for Jackson Archer after the 23-year old tore his ACL in pre-season. Archer was due to come out of contract at the end of the 2026 season, but the Roos have opted to invest in his rehabilitation and long-term prospects — despite being unavailable for the entirety of his contract season. It’s understood Archer has had a slow recovery from his knee reconstruction roughly five weeks ago.
Premiership hero James Harmes to play for Moe Lions after sensationally retiring from AFL football
James Harmes has committed to play for the Moe Lions in 2026 after sensationally retiring from AFL football. Harmes hails from Devon Meadows, but has opted to reunite with close friends and connections at Moe. The former Melbourne and Western Bulldogs midfielder fielded offers from several country football clubs over the past couple of weeks ... settling on the Gippsland League.
Carlton big man Marc Pittonet spent two nights in hospital after suffering a fractured larynx
Marc Pittonet has been released from hospital after spending two nights recovering from a fractured larynx he suffered at Carlton training on Friday. After being knocked in a training drill – the Blues ruckman was sent to hospital as a precaution, where he was then kept over Friday and Saturday night as his condition was monitored.
Young Hawk Calsher Dear takes on number made famous by late father Paul Dear
Hawthorn forward Calsher Dear will wear the No.13 in 2026 – the same jumper that was made famous by his late father Paul Dear. Paul wore the No.13 on 123 occasions for the Hawks, including in the 1991 grand final when he won the Norm Smith medal – booting two goals and collecting 26 disposals in Hawthorn’s 53-point win over West Coast.
Collingwood premiership hero Beau McCreery undergoes surgery after lingering foot issue
Collingwood speedster Beau McCreery has been forced off the track until at least late January — after undergoing foot surgery in the off-season. McCreery carried the foot issue through Collingwood’s 2025 finals campaign, with the club ultimately deciding to put him under the knife in the last fortnight to have him fit for Opening Round. It leaves the forward with a significantly shortened pre-season.
Australia dealt injury blow as Josh Hazlewood ruled out for first Ashes Test against England
Australian opening bowler Josh Hazlewood will not feature in the first Ashes Test against England next week. The spearhead seamer is still suffering significant hamstring discomfort after being pulled from NSW’s Sheffield Shield clash with Victoria on Thursday.
Collingwood launches bid to lure Brisbane premiership star Zac Bailey as AFL free agency call looms
Collingwood has approached two-time Brisbane premiership star Zac Bailey ahead of the final year of his contract at the Lions. Bailey, along with Port Adelaide’s Zak Butters and Gold Coast’s Ben King, headlines a blockbuster list of players set to reach free agency at the end of next year. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Collingwood launches bid to lure Brisbane star Zac Bailey.
North Melbourne captain Jy Simpkin exploring bombshell move away from Kangaroos Original
The management of North Melbourne captain Jy Simpkin has started sounding out clubs to gauge interest in the contracted midfielder over a potential trade. Simpkin, 27, has four years to run on his contract at Arden Street but has harboured frustrations throughout 2025 over his role in the Kangaroos’ line-up. It comes as fellow captains Oscar Allen (West Coast) and Zach Merrett (Essendon) initiate moves away from their current clubs.
Port Adelaide emerge as suitor for uncontracted Carlton forward Jesse Motlop Original
Port Adelaide has emerged as a suitor for Carlton small forward Jesse Motlop, with negotiations over a contract extension at the Blues dragging into the off-season. Jesse’s father Daniel was a fan favourite at the Power, kicking 115 goals in 83 electric games between 2006 and 2011. A potential trade would sensationally bring the Motlop family back to Alberton 14 years after Daniel’s retirement.
Carlton star Harry McKay to miss more AFL action due to knee soreness
Carlton forward Harry McKay is unavailable for Sunday’s blockbuster King’s Birthday Eve clash against Essendon due to knee sore soreness. It will be the fourth game this season that the 27-year-old has missed with the club making the call after the captain’s run on Saturday morning. McKay - who has missed games earlier this year due to personal reasons - returned to the club after the bye and trained alongside the rest of Carlton’s squad last Saturday morning.
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