AFL News
Western Bulldogs welcome Whitten Oval funding
The Western Bulldogs have welcomed the Federal Government’s budget commitment of $15 million to enable the AFL club to deliver its full vision for the redevelopment of Whitten Oval.
Full StoryNew Hobart Stadium proposed for Tasmanian AFL team
Plans for a spectacular $750 million waterfront stadium has been unveiled by the Tasmanian Government as the State pushes for an AFL team.
Full StoryAFL confirms 100% capacity for Victorian stadiums as ticket prices are frozen
The AFL has confirmed 100% capacity for the MCG, Marvel Stadium, GMHBA Stadium and Mars Stadium to kick-off the 2022 AFL season but will capacity crowds return to stadiums?
Full StorySimilarities and differences between the AFL and NFL
Another unbelievable season of the biggest sporting competition in the States nears its dramatic conclusion, allowing us to compare the AFL and NFL.
Full Story2022 AFL Fixture: Season to kick-off with Victorian footy festival
The fixture has been revealed for the 2022 AFL season, with all Victorian teams to start the season in Melbourne, while AFL will return to Stadium Australia for the first time in more than five years.
Full StoryPort Adelaide receives $15m in federal funding for Alberton Oval redevelopment
The Port Adelaide Football Club has received $15 million in funding from the Federal Government for the redevelopment of its Alberton Oval base.
Full StoryDesigns revealed for $65 million Punt Road Oval redevelopment
The Richmond Football Club has unveiled updated designs for the $65m redevelopment of its spiritual home, which includes the construction of a new Jack Dyer Stand.
Full StoryEssendon reveals Windy Hill redevelopment plans
The Essendon Football Club has announced a $50 million redevelopment plan of its spiritual home at Windy Hill.
Full StoryAFL Grand Final 2021: Tickets, start time, entertainment, streaming + all the event info
Here's all the information you need to know for the 2021 AFL Grand Final in Perth, including tickets, seating map and the entertainment for the big game between Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs at Optus Stadium.
Full StoryHow to watch the Grand Final + 2021 AFL Live Stream
The 2021 AFL Grand Final will be played at Optus Stadium on Saturday and here’s your ultimate guide to watch and stream the game live, on every device including on your mobile phone.
Full StoryPublic transport boosted for AFL Grand Final in Perth
Spectators attending Saturday’s AFL Grand Final at Optus Stadium will be able to catch free additional public transport to the game, with the event set to generate $10 million for the local economy.
Full StoryMore Optus Stadium staff to avoid repeat of long queues
Optus Stadium will put on more staff for Friday’s AFL preliminary final to avoid a repeat of last week’s disastrous fan experience.
Full StoryOfficial: Optus Stadium to host 2021 AFL Grand Final
The AFL Grand Final will be held away from Victoria for the second consecutive year, with Perth’s Optus Stadium to host the showpiece fixture on September 25.
Full StorySaints’ RSEA Park playing surface to be upgraded
Moorabbin Oval’s playing surface will receive a multi-million-dollar upgrade, as construction of the Danny Frawley Centre and grandstand continues at the Saints’ headquarters.
Full StoryHow to buy AFL Finals tickets for Adelaide Oval and UTAS Stadium
The 2021 AFL Finals Series gets underway this Friday and here's all the event information including how to buy tickets and on-sale times.
Full StoryBuilder and date set for GMHBA Stadium final redevelopment stage
The final stage of the GMHBA Stadium redevelopment, in which the Geelong stadium’s capacity will be boosted to 40,000, will get underway following the AFL season.
Full StoryGosch’s Paddock Oval to be upgraded for Melbourne Football Club
Melbourne FC’s training oval at Gosch’s Paddock will be upgraded to bring it up to AFL standard as part of the club’s plans to develop a new home base in the city.
Full StoryA look at AFL Stadium Deals and Revenue
The AFL is the only professional league for Australian rules football and features 18 teams across Australia, spread across the country’s six states, with the exception being Tasmania.
Full StoryRegional grounds a chance for AFL action
With all 18 AFL clubs currently based in Victoria, grounds in regional Victoria may host games for premiership points as the league looks at all options to get through the season.
Full StoryWhere would a Tasmanian AFL team be based?
There's mounting speculation that a Tasmanian expansion team could be on the horizon for the AFL, while the Northern Territory has also entered the discussion.
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