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Recent calls for a stricter AFL drug policy have again fomented debate around changing societal values, mental health and harm reduction. So can a perfect balance be struck between protecting players and safeguarding the integrity of the game?

As a girl, the author grew up knowing three things were certain – death, taxes and Carlton FC success. So when, suddenly and shockingly, the Blues became a team that let her down, she had to find new ways to keep the love alive.

Season three of AFLW has kicked off, but beyond the on-field results and player performances, there’s a lot at stake for women in general.

Port Adelaide’s Justin Westhoff on the machine that is AFL football, the evolution of the game and finding his social conscience.

Five years ago guidelines were established to help Indigenous AFL recruits throughout their careers. But with little being done, a group of ex-players has now decided to turn words into actions.

GWS Giants’ Rory Lobb on making the finals again and the taxing workload that goes into playing in the AFL.

Port Adelaide’s Brendon Ah Chee on his unusual surname and improving the Indigenous space in the AFL.

Finally granted a league of their own, female Australian Rules players now have the chance of professional progression through the sport. The fans are onboard, but will the dollars – and the skills – follow?

GWS Giants defender Nick Haynes ahead of his team’s qualifying final against the Sydney Swans.