AFL News
New seating installed at TIO Stadium
New grandstand seating has been installed at Darwin’s TIO Stadium ahead of AFL’s Sir Doug Nicholls Round where the Gold Coast Suns host the Western Bulldogs.
Full StoryFederal funding makes Tasmanian stadium a reality
Tasmania’s new stadium at Macquarie Point is set to be given the green light, following the announcement of $240 million in funding from the federal government.
Full StoryMCG celebrates its 3000th AFL game
The MCG celebrated a significant milestone on Saturday, hosting its 3000th VFL/AFL match at the iconic ground, as Melbourne hosted the Western Bulldogs.
Full StoryMCG ready for 2023 AFL season opener
The MCG is ready to host the opening game of the 2023 AFL season on Thursday night, with more than 80,000 fans expected to pack the ground for Richmond v Carlton.
Full StorySteel defects delay GMHBA Stadium redevelopment
The Geelong Football Club has confirmed the new 14,000-seat northern grandstand at GMHBA Stadium won’t be ready for any part of the 2023 AFL season.
Full StoryOld Sydney Showground to be reborn as Showring Oval
Sydney’s former Showground at Moore Park is set to welcome elite sport once again, with a Centre of Excellence and sports oval capable of hosting AFLW matches for the Sydney Swans.
Full StoryAFL cash splash for Tassie team, but stadium condition remains
The AFL has committed to investing $360 million in a Tasmanian team, with the caveat that securing funding for a new stadium is a prerequisite for approval of a 19th licence.
Full StoryNew stand for UTAS Stadium in stage one of redevelopment
Stage one of the UTAS Stadium redevelopment has been announced, with a new Eastern Grandstand to increase the seating capacity by 1,000.
Full StoryHands Oval redevelopment gets go ahead with additional funding
The Hands Oval redevelopment has been given a boost with an additional $3 million in Government funding, increasing the total contribution to $8 million as part of the WA Recovery Plan.
Full StoryAFL comes to Mount Barker as Gather Round Fixture is revealed
The AFL has released the round 5 ‘Gather Round’ fixture, featuring all nine games in South Australia, including one at the Summit Sports Park in the Adelaide Hills.
Full StoryTasmania a step closer to an AFL team as revised stadium concept revealed
An AFL team based in Tasmania has moved a step closer, with the Premier announcing the state government has reached an in-principal agreement on the key commercial terms to enter the league.
Full StoryHawks sign contract to build new Dingley headquarters
Hawthorn’s new headquarters at Dingley are a step closer to reality, with the AFL club signing a construction contract for build of the Kennedy Community Centre.
Full StoryAFL Grand Final returns to the MCG with biggest crowd of modern era
Saturday’s AFL Grand Final attracted a crowd of 100,024 – the official capacity of the Melbourne Cricket Ground – and the largest crowd in 50 years.
Full StoryHow to watch the Grand Final + 2022 AFL Live Stream
The 2022 AFL Grand Final returns to its traditional home this year with a sold-out MCG to host the big event. Here’s your ultimate guide to watch and stream the game live, on every device including on your mobile.
Full StoryCrows identify Thebarton Oval as new headquarters
The Adelaide Crows has identified Thebarton Oval as the future headquarters of the AFL club, including a new second oval to host the club’s AFLW home games.
Full StoryWhitten Oval revamp underway
The stage two redevelopment of VU Whitten Oval has commenced, with demolition of the old EJ Whitten Stand.
Full StoryNew stadium a must for Tasmanian AFL team
Following a visit to Tasmania, AFL CEO Gill McLachlan has declared the state will only receive an AFL license if the proposed new stadium is built.
Full StoryBrisbane Lions eye alternative home grounds during Gabba rebuild
With the Gabba set to be rebuilt ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games, the Lions are looking at three potential home grounds to play their AFL home games at.
Full StoryWestern 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.
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