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AFL
24 May 2023

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.

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AFL
29 Apr 2023

Federal 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.

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AFL
20 Mar 2023

MCG 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.

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AFL
16 Mar 2023

MCG 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.

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AFL
7 Mar 2023

Steel 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.

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AFL
25 Feb 2023

Old 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.

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AFL
24 Feb 2023

AFL 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.

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AFL
1 Feb 2023

New 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.

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AFL
10 Jan 2023

Hands 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.

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AFL
9 Dec 2022

AFL 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.

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AFL
17 Nov 2022

Tasmania 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.

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AFL
17 Nov 2022

Hawks 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.

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AFL
25 Sep 2022

AFL 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.

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AFL
23 Sep 2022

How 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.

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AFL
24 Aug 2022

Crows 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.

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AFL
25 Jul 2022

Whitten Oval revamp underway

The stage two redevelopment of VU Whitten Oval has commenced, with demolition of the old EJ Whitten Stand.

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AFL
9 Jun 2022

New 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.

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AFL
5 Jun 2022

Brisbane 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.

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AFL
30 Mar 2022

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.

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AFL
1 Mar 2022

New 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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