Melbourne’s high-impact forward Jake Melksham has voiced his frustration with Opening Round, saying it was hard for teams to build momentum in the early parts of the year. The AFL has flagged that the first weekend of the season, which has seen matches largely played outside of Victoria, was now likely to be altered for […]
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20/04/2026
‘Absolute garbage’: AFL tribunal integrity called into question
The Zak Butters saga continues as Port Adelaide has appealed the $1500 fine handed down to the star midfielder after allegedly abusing umpire Nick Foot. On 3AW Football, Shane McInnes has slammed the AFL tribunal, after Jason Johnson on the panel was driving in his car as the decision was handed down. “That is absolute […]
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‘Deeply concerned’: Carlton CEO breaks silence on Elijah Hollands saga
Carlton CEO Graham Wright fronted the media and answered questions around Elijah Hollands’ behaviour on Thursday night. 3AW Football’s Laura Spurway attended the press conference at Ikon Park, and it was confirmed that the 23-year-old will not feature in Carlton’s round seven match against Fremantle. ‘The sense that I got is that they’re deeply concerned […]
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The questions Sam Docherty has about the Elijah Hollands situation
Former teammate of Elijah Hollands, Sam Docherty has reached out to the 23-year-old after Thursday night. He has raised questions about how the club handled the worrying situation. “It’s just a sad turn of events,” Docherty said on 3AW Football. Press PLAY to listen to Docherty’s thoughts “The longer I go the more questions I […]
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18/04/2026
Caro’s bombshell new details on Elijah Hollands situation
The biggest story in the AFL right now is the situation surrounding Elijah Hollands’ mental health episode in Carlton’s loss to Collingwood. On 3AW Football, Caroline Wilson has revealed fresh details on the unfortunate events of Thursday night. “This is a situation of potential medical negligence,” Wilson said on 3AW Football. Press PLAY to listen […]
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Image: AAP Dustin Martin has spoken to his deported father, Shane, for the first time in a post-match interview live on 3AW Football. Dusty spoke to the 3AW Football team straight after the team song, but when he later heard Shane Martin was on the line, he was quick to jump back on the microphone. […]
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Adelaide CEO explains why the Crows didn’t put out a statement on the postal vote
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22/09/2017
Matthew Knights explains why the Cats took the risk on Nakia Cockatoo
Geelong took a risk before Friday night’s Preliminary Final against Adelaide, selecting Nakia Cockatoo. The speedster has played just ten games this year due to hamstring injuries. He has played one senior game since Round 13. But Geelong assistant Matthew Knights told 3AW Football he’s worth the risk. “We’re pleased to have him in the […]
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Caro explains why Gold Coast thought they could approach Ken Hinkley
Caroline Wilson thinks Gold Coast’s approach to Ken Hinkley might work out better for him. Port Adelaide reacted angrily on Friday after Suns boss Mark Evans contacted their coach about his future. But Caro told 3AW the in-demand Hinkley now has a bit of leverage in negotiations with the Power. “He’ll want more than two years because […]
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16/09/2017
“He plays a sacrificial role”: teammate’s defence of Motlop
Mitch Duncan has launched a spirited defence of Steven Motlop. Motlop is often maligned for his inconsistent output, but Duncan told 3AW people should look beyond the stats. “It comes with the role he plays,” Duncan said on Saturday afternoon. “He plays that sacrificial half-forward role where you don’t get rewarded every game. “He creates […]
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16/09/2017
Melbourne’s high-impact forward Jake Melksham has voiced his frustration with Opening Round, saying it was hard for teams to build momentum in the early parts of the year. The AFL has flagged that the first weekend of the season, which has seen matches largely played outside of Victoria, was now likely to be altered for […]
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20/04/2026
‘Absolute garbage’: AFL tribunal integrity called into question
The Zak Butters saga continues as Port Adelaide has appealed the $1500 fine handed down to the star midfielder after allegedly abusing umpire Nick Foot. On 3AW Football, Shane McInnes has slammed the AFL tribunal, after Jason Johnson on the panel was driving in his car as the decision was handed down. “That is absolute […]
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19/04/2026
‘Deeply concerned’: Carlton CEO breaks silence on Elijah Hollands saga
Carlton CEO Graham Wright fronted the media and answered questions around Elijah Hollands’ behaviour on Thursday night. 3AW Football’s Laura Spurway attended the press conference at Ikon Park, and it was confirmed that the 23-year-old will not feature in Carlton’s round seven match against Fremantle. ‘The sense that I got is that they’re deeply concerned […]
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19/04/2026
The questions Sam Docherty has about the Elijah Hollands situation
Former teammate of Elijah Hollands, Sam Docherty has reached out to the 23-year-old after Thursday night. He has raised questions about how the club handled the worrying situation. “It’s just a sad turn of events,” Docherty said on 3AW Football. Press PLAY to listen to Docherty’s thoughts “The longer I go the more questions I […]
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18/04/2026
Caro’s bombshell new details on Elijah Hollands situation
The biggest story in the AFL right now is the situation surrounding Elijah Hollands’ mental health episode in Carlton’s loss to Collingwood. On 3AW Football, Caroline Wilson has revealed fresh details on the unfortunate events of Thursday night. “This is a situation of potential medical negligence,” Wilson said on 3AW Football. Press PLAY to listen […]
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His dad became a champion with no.26, so Collingwood offered father-son recruit Callum Brown that famous number to him. But he declined. Instead, Brown will wear number 17 in his debut against Melbourne today. Proud dad Gavin Brown told 3AW Football the story behind his son’s decision today. “Cal sort of said ‘Oh could I have a think about’, […]
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