After a high profile in-game mental health episode in the AFL, there are calls for a ‘mental health round’ to be introduced.
Mind games
Fans call for SafeTix fix
As round one of the AFL season approaches, there are concerns about a new digital ticketing system.
The price of support
Despite a cost-of-living crisis, AFL fans continued to pay to watch and support their teams in 2024. What is it that keeps fans in stadium seats?
Pride in the jumper
Debate over homophobia in the AFL has reignited. Is enough being done at local level to ensure inclusion for all?
Dazed and con-cussed
How does the new 21 day lay-off period affect community football players and clubs in WA?
Fantasy AFLW: scoring big IRL
Fantasy sports are big business worldwide, how is fantasy helping women sporting codes like the AFLW grow viewership?
Gay-FL
Advocates say there are simple steps the football community can take to support gay players coming out.
A towering legacy
Nic Naitanui’s remarkable AFL career has come to an end. What’s next for one of WA’s most recognisable figures?
Country footy carries on
Australia’s game is thriving in our regions, but the reasons keeping it strong are not on the field.
Impacts of impact
The bump, synonymous with the AFL, is being phased out of the game in an attempt to prevent long-term head injuries.
Good Friday footy returns to Perth
Most fans are embracing Good Friday AFL in WA, but not everyone is sold on the idea.
Perth-ect storm
Melbourne’s loss is Perth’s gain as thousands of WA Demons and Bulldogs fans snap up tickets for next week’s AFL Grand Final.
On the road to the holy grail
There are big rewards in top level sport, but not everyone who shoots for the dream makes it or gets to stay for long.
Making their mark
Eight WA footballers are getting ready to play for the ultimate prize in Saturday’s AFL Grand Final.
Polly’s legacy lives on
A new collection at the State Library celebrates AFL legend Graham ‘Polly’ Farmer.
Rescue the raiders
Junior Footy team launches petition to save Higgins Park as their home ground.
Amateur footy clubs hit hard
Amateur sports club sponsors get cold feet as COVID-19 shuts down competition.