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Josh Weddle

“Best yet to come”: Hawthorn gun denies arch-rival interest to sign long-term

The Hawks defender was never going anywhere.

Aidan Cellini - February 18, 2026

Brad Scott

“Very compelling offers”: How Essendon will attack the trade and free agency markets

The Bombers coach has said a trio of out-of-contract superstars are "welcome" at Tullamarine.

Aidan Cellini - February 18, 2026

AFL News

Revered Essendon figure stuns with shock coaching admission

The man involved in more V/AFL games than anyone else offered that his tenure at the Hangar should’ve ended earlier.

Harrison McIlwaine - February 17, 2026

Essendon Bombers

Essendon captain addresses Zach Merrett extension rumours

“Knowing Zach, he needed to see a couple of changes.”

Hayden Farquhar - February 16, 2026

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AFL Pre-Season Fixture: Your team’s Community Series and match simulation opponents

See who your side is set to meet ahead of the new season 👇

Mitch Keating - February 15, 2026

Zach Merrett

“Things have shifted”: Merrett confirms latest reports on playing future

Harrison McIlwaine - February 13, 2026

Orazio Fantasia

Ex three-club AFL forward signs with local side

Aidan Cellini - February 12, 2026

Tasmania Devils (VFL)

Delisted Essendon forward eyes consistency in search of AFL return

Jonty Ralphsmith - February 12, 2026

AFL Editorial and Opinion

Every AFL team’s ‘one to watch’ for 2026

Zero Hanger - February 7, 2026

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Josh Weddle of the Hawks celebrates a goal during the round 13 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Hawthorn Hawks at Marvel Stadium, on June 05, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

“Best yet to come”: Hawthorn gun denies arch-rival interest to sign...

Essendon facing "good problem" amid tall reshuffle ahead of Geelong clash

“Very compelling offers”: How Essendon will attack the trade and free...

GWS defender Leek Aleer inks new contract extension

GWS defender lifts lid on St Kilda’s trade backflip

Sheedy believes the Country Game could become as big as ANZAC Day

Revered Essendon figure stuns with shock coaching admission

AFLW News

DARWIN, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 26: Grass signage is seen during the 2024 AFLW Round 09 match between the Essendon Bombers and the Richmond Tigers at TIO Stadium on October 26, 2024 in Darwin, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Dreamtime clash returns to Darwin in 2025

Premiership Demon James Harmes to remain away from the club for personal reasons as Goodwin prepares for more selection changes

Retired Demon lands coaching gig

Every pick, prospect from the 2024 AFLW Draft

Every pick, prospect from the 2024 AFLW Draft

Blending past and future helping form Bombers new culture

AFLW: Bombers co-captain ruled out of finals series

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2022 AFL SEASON

“Best yet to come”: Hawthorn gun denies arch-rival interest to sign long-term

“Very compelling offers”: How Essendon will attack the trade and free agency markets

Revered Essendon figure stuns with shock coaching admission

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Essendon new CEO Tim Roberts. Credit: Essendon Football Club

Essendon announce CEO successor as Bombers retain Vozzo in new role

“Relaxed and confident” Blakiston ready to return to native position

“Relaxed and confident” Essendon tall ready to return to native position

FREE: Your ULTIMATE guide to the 2026 AFL season is available now!

FREE: Your ULTIMATE guide to the 2026 AFL season is available...

Every AFL team’s ‘one to watch’ for 2026

Every AFL team’s ‘one to watch’ for 2026

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 22: Mason Redman and Zach Merrett of the Bombers walk from the field following the round two AFL match between Essendon Bombers and Adelaide Crows at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on March 22, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

“Something for me to work on”: Bombers defender regrets Merrett criticism

The worst umpiring decision against your AFL club this century

The worst umpiring decision against your AFL club this century

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Surprise as ex-Essendon captain suddenly parts ways with VFL club

Track watch: Merrett a no-show as illness hits Essendon, midfielder dealing...

Former Bomber to launch AFL mindset app

Former Bomber to launch football-specific mindset app

26 bold predictions for 2026 AFL season

26 bold predictions for the 2026 AFL season

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The FIVE leading contenders for the 2026 wooden spoon

Horrid injury run continues for Bombers defender

“Damned if you do”: Why AFL clubs are tearing down and...

The players at each AFL team most likely to earn a debut in 2026

The players at each AFL team yet to debut

Robey back on track at Essendon training

Track watch: Boost for Bombers with top draft pick back at...

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Decade on: Ex-Essendon captain opens up on devastating toll of supplement...