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Brisbane Lions star Taylor Smith kicks the match-winning goal to defeat the Adelaide Crows by two points, while premiership favourite North Melbourne overcomes atrocious conditions to extend its unbeaten start to the season.

The US pop star played a cavalcade of her hits from the past two decades, but made sure to include a twist of Australian flair in a blockbuster show in front of 100,000.

The Sydney Swans will take on the Brisbane Lions today, with Katy Perry providing pre-show entertainment at the MCG.

Richmond maestro Monique Conti has orchestrated a 21-point victory over Port Adelaide to lift the Tigers to second spot on the AFLW ladder.

Richmond posts consecutive victories after a five-goal opening term lays the platform for a 46-point defeat of Sydney, while Fremantle and Carlton also win in week three of the AFLW season.

Richmond great Dustin Martin may come out of a short-lived retirement and reunite with Damian Hardwick after the Gold Coast Suns confirm they have had a "conversation" with the three-time premiership player.

When it comes to deciding between single-sex and co-education, it's a debate that invokes deeply held beliefs about which type is "better".

As the AFLW season gets underway, who is set to have a breakthrough season, a great debut season or get back to their best? Gemma Bastiani runs the rule over all 18 clubs.

The Lions get home by 20 points against the Bombers at the Gabba, but coach Chris Fagan is less than impressed as his side turns its attention to the finals.

Tributes are pouring in for the 35-year-old Herald Sun and Fox Footy journalist, who has died after a traffic accident in Richmond on Tuesday morning.

Victoria Police say they will be relentless in pursuing those responsible for a string of suspicious fires across Melbourne overnight, with one man already arrested over a fire in Richmond.

Will Australia's next iconic artwork be a game? As the industry matures, a growing suite of Aussie game developers is helping players explore never-before-seen regions and communities … and make some uncomfortable choices.

Brownlow medallist and three-time Norm Smith medallist Dustin Martin has announced his retirement from the AFL with immediate effect.

AFL footballer Marlion Pickett is likely to plead not guilty to multiple charges including burglary and criminal damage, his lawyer says.

Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley reveals his unique method for helping Charlie Dixon recapture his form against Richmond, while Toby Greene shows why he sends shudders down the spines of Gold Coast players. Here's everything you need to know from the round 19 of the AFL. 

Logan McDonald the culprit again as Sydney drops two straight, Damien Hardwick's big reality check to the Suns, and Essendon ticks a massive box. Here are the key talking points from Round 17 in the AFL.

GWS puts a dent in Carlton's run of form with a stirring come-from-behind victory, while Fremantle moves up to third on the AFL ladder with a professional 51-point win over Richmond.

With official estimates putting the number of vacant and derelict homes above 100,000 across Australia, local governments and property lawyers argue they could be part of the solution to Australia's apparent housing shortage.

Damien Hardwick adds to the speculation Richmond three-time premiership player Dustin Martin will head north next season after his Tigers contract comes to an end.

The Hawks sweep aside the Eagles to stay in the race for finals, after Carlton cruises to victory at the MCG and the Power give Ken Hinkley a vital win.