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afl March 23, 2019
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?
afl March 16, 2019
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.
afl February 9, 2019
AFLW brings positives for sport
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.
afl August 18, 2018
Kicking goals: Justin Westhoff, 31, Australian rules footballer
Port Adelaide’s Justin Westhoff on the machine that is AFL football, the evolution of the game and finding his social conscience.
afl June 30, 2018
Indigenous players and the AFL
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.
afl September 16, 2017
High achiever: Rory Lobb, 24, Australian rules footballer
GWS Giants’ Rory Lobb on making the finals again and the taxing workload that goes into playing in the AFL.
afl March 25, 2017
Power supplier: Brendon Ah Chee, 23, Australian rules footballer
Port Adelaide’s Brendon Ah Chee on his unusual surname and improving the Indigenous space in the AFL.
afl February 11, 2017
Making history with the AFL women’s league
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?
afl September 10, 2016
Among Giants: Nick Haynes, 24, Australian rules footballer
GWS Giants defender Nick Haynes ahead of his team’s qualifying final against the Sydney Swans.
afl June 18, 2016
Wanting it more: Aaron Vandenberg, 24, Australian rules footballer
Melbourne Demons midfielder Aaron Vandenberg on the benefits of his late start in the big league.
afl April 16, 2016
The whistleblower: Eleni Glouftsis, 23, AFL umpire
Meet the AFL’s first female field umpire.
