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The AFL bans disruptive racists. Surely the police can do the same for morons who boo welcome to country on Anzac Day

The Observer 26 Apr 2026
Hundreds of thousands of people gather in the darkness before dawn around Australia to honour those who have fallen ... Read more ... If the AFL can ban disruptive racists, the police forces of Australia should similarly be able to deal with these people ... .
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Live: Eagles desperate to break losing run against Saints

Australian Broadcasting Corporation 26 Apr 2026
West Coast travels to Melbourne to play St Kilda as it looks to halt a three-match losing streak. Later, the Brisbane Lions host the Adelaide Crows, and GWS meets North Melbourne. Follow live ... .
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AFL sacks appeals boss after homophobia statement labelled 'disgusting'

Australian Broadcasting Corporation 25 Apr 2026
Will Houghton KC is sacked as the chair of the AFL appeals board after the body's widely criticised statement and decision in the case of St Kilda player Lance Collard ... .
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AFL boss torches appeals board after it announced the homophobic slurs were 'common' in footy

The Daily Mail 25 Apr 2026
AFL boss Andrew Dillon has fired back at a controversial decision from the code's appeals board to reduce a player's suspension by seven weeks ....
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AFL LIVE: Cats favourite son out for the game as Power switch on at Adelaide ...

Sydney Morning Herald 25 Apr 2026
After the Hawks and Magpies recorded dominant wins earlier on Anzac Day, the focus turns to Adelaide Oval and Optus Stadium. Follow along live ....
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Live: Ugle-Hagan returns for Suns against Hawks before Anzac Day blockbuster

Australian Broadcasting Corporation 25 Apr 2026
Hawthorn and Gold Coast meet for a battle of premiership contenders in Launceston, before the traditional MCG Anzac Day blockbuster between Essendon and Collingwood. Follow live ... .
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Records tumble in Magpies’ Pendlebury-led Anzac Day romp, as Bombers cop a reality check

Sydney Morning Herald 25 Apr 2026
On a day when veterans are commemorated, it was Collingwood who finished the game celebrating those who have given sterling service to the black and white ....
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Sickening tackle during MOTY contender leaves footy fans screaming for change in AFL rules

The Daily Mail 24 Apr 2026
Footy fans have erupted after a frightening mid-air collision involving Aaron Naughton left the Western Bulldogs forward sprawled on the turf and sparked fresh debate over player safety in aerial contests ....
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Breaking: AFL 'specifically rejects' suggestion slurs commonplace among players

Australian Broadcasting Corporation 24 Apr 2026
AFL CEO Andrew Dillon responds after the appeals board chair suggests slurs are commonplace among the league's players ... .
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AFL at war with its own appeals board after it slashed ban for homophobic slur ...

The Daily Mail 24 Apr 2026
The AFL is set to clash with its own judiciary after an explosive appeals board ruling downgraded a nine-week ban suspension for a homophobic slur by claiming such language is 'common' in football ....
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Footy fans call out HUGE problem with ANZAC jerseys and urge AFL to make a change

The Daily Mail 24 Apr 2026
ANZAC round has become one of the most special weeks on the AFL calendar, many clubs design one off guernseys to honour the men and women who have served their country ....
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