AFL News
Regional venues booted as AFL revises pre-season fixture
The AFL has released an updated pre-season fixture, with less games and all but two matches to be played at traditional AFL stadiums.
Full StoryAmbitious plans for new 25,000-capacity Darwin Stadium
AFLNT has revealed plans for a new $300 million sports stadium to be built on the edge of Darwin’s CBD, with views of Frances Bay and Darwin Harbour.
Full StoryUpgrade for Cazalys Stadium
Cazalys Stadium will receive an upgrade following a deal to play an AFL game at the Cairns venue in 2021, and more significant refurbishment could follow.
Full StoryAFL v NRL crowd attendances in 2020
2020 was no normal season with Coronavirus shutting stadium doors, then allowing crowds back in limited numbers in different states. Still, we look and compare attendance figures for the AFL and NRL.
Full Story2021 AFL Fixture revealed – details of every game and stadium
The AFL has released the 2021 premiership season fixture, with full details for the opening six rounds, while the remainder of the season is a floating fixture.
Full StoryWhat makes the MCG the beating heart of the AFL?
How does one describe their love for a stadium or what it represents to people who aren’t sports lovers? The answer is, it’s probably impossible.
Full Story$225m Marvel Stadium redevelopment plans revealed
New plans have been revealed for the $225 million redevelopment of Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium, to revitalise the 20-year-old stadium and make it more fan-friendly.
Full StoryJack Dyer Stand to be bulldozed in Punt Road Oval redevelopment
Punt Road Oval will receive a $60 million redevelopment, but an expanded MCG-sized training ground will see the demolition of the historic Jack Dyer Stand.
Full Story$58 million revamp for Whitten Oval
The Western Bulldogs have revealed plans for stage two of the Whitten Oval redevelopment, which includes a new EJ Whitten Stand and lighting.
Full StoryFinal stage locked in for GMHBA Stadium redevelopment
An additional $40 million in government funding has been secured to complete the five-stage redevelopment of Geelong’s GMHBA Stadium.
Full StoryAFL Grand Final 2020: What time does it start, the venue and how to watch the game
The 2020 AFL Grand Final will be held in Brisbane on Saturday night between Richmond & Geelong and here’s everything you need to know about the big game.
Full StoryUpgraded Gabba ready for Grand Final
The $35 million upgrade of the Gabba’s facilities have been completed ahead of Saturday’s historic AFL Grand Final at the Brisbane stadium.
Full StoryRun Sheet: What time does the AFL Grand Final start?
View the full Run Sheet for Saturday night's AFL Grand Final to be held at the Gabba in Brisbane.
Full StoryMCG goal square on the way to the Gabba for Grand Final
With the AFL Grand Final will be played outside of Melbourne for the first time this year, a piece of the MCG will feature at the Brisbane venue.
Full StoryThe Gabba prepares for historic AFL Grand Final
After given just eight weeks’ notice that it had won the right to host the AFL Grand Final, venue managers at the Gabba are working hard to prepare for the big event.
Full StoryIt’s Official: Gabba to host the 2020 AFL Grand Final
The AFL has confirmed the 2020 AFL Grand Final will be played at the Gabba, with the Brisbane venue to host the showpiece game under lights on October 24.
Full StoryManagement of Marvel Stadium integrated into AFL as part of restructure
There has been a change of management at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium following the announcement of the AFL’s significant restructuring of its operations.
Full StoryNegotiations to move AFL Grand Final set to begin
The AFL Grand Final appears all-but-certain to be moved outside of Victoria for the first time in its 122-year history, while the Australian Open and Melbourne Cup will remain.
Full StoryThe Gabba in line for AFL Grand Final as footy moves north
The Gabba could be in line to host the 2020 AFL Grand Final, with Queensland playing a fundamental role in keeping the season going amid the Covid-19 crisis.
Full StoryCrowd restrictions ease as states eye off AFL Grand Final
Restrictions on sporting crowds continue to ease with Optus Stadium set to welcome a full house on July 19, mounting pressure on the MCG to retain the 2020 AFL Grand Final. While NSW has banned Victorian fans from events.
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