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  1. Announcement
    Announcement

    VFL: Essendon's Preliminary Final fixture confirmed

    Details for our massive clash with Box Hill.

    VFL
  2. Feature
    Feature

    Inness: Bombers primed for a healthy list for pre-season

    An in-depth interview with Mat Inness regarding all things high performance, injury list and pre-season 2027.

    AFL
  3. Feature
    Feature

    Redman recognised as Tom Hafey Heart of Football Award Finalist

    Leader nominated for Community Leadership honour.

    AFL
  4. Match Report
    Match Report

    VFL: Bombers secure prelim berth with gritty away win

    Essendon has locked in their place for a VFL Preliminary Final after a stirring win over Tasmania.

    VFL
    match report
  5. Match Report
    Match Report

    AFLW: Bombers outgunned in exciting clash with Geelong

    In-form Cats prove too powerful at GMHBA Stadium.

    AFLW
    match report
  6. Announcement
    Announcement

    AFLW Team Selection: Essendon name lineup for Cats clash

    Dons unchanged heading into Sunday's game.

    AFLW
    team selection
  7. Announcement
    Announcement

    VFL Team Selection: Crafty forward returns for mammoth Semi Final

    Bombers confirm lineup for Tasmania.

    VFL
    team selection
  8. Announcement
    Announcement

    AFLW: Prowse is in for the long run

    Zoe Prowse to remain in the sash ’til at least the end of 2030.

    AFLW
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AFL

  • Feature
    Feature

    Inness: Bombers primed for a healthy list for pre-season

    An in-depth interview with Mat Inness regarding all things high performance, injury list and pre-season 2027.

    AFL
  • Feature
    Feature

    Redman recognised as Tom Hafey Heart of Football Award Finalist

    Leader nominated for Community Leadership honour.

    AFL
  • Feature
    Feature

    By the numbers: Best of the Bombers in 2026

    A look back at some of the career-highs and standout stats from this year, thanks to Airwallex.

    AFL
    feature
  • News
    News

    Bombers head to Sunbury, attract strong NGA turnout

    Come and Try session holds over 130 youngsters.

    AFL
  • News
    News

    VFL match report: Bombers' big win at Windy Hill

    Essendon wins first VFL final since 2019.

    VFL
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    VFL Team Selection: Dons name strong side for elimination final

    17 listed AFL players to feature.

    VFL
  • News
    News

    Thank you to our Corporate Hospitality community

    Essendon thanks its Corporate Hospitality community for their incredible support throughout the 2026 season.

    AFL
  • News
    News

    'An identity our players believe in’: Stoic McVeigh outlines path forward for his Club

    Stirring words in Senior Coach’s first press conference.

    AFL

  • Gallery: McVeigh's First Day

    Gallery of our Senior Coach's first day.

    AFL
  • Feature
    Feature

    Homecoming: McVeigh’s path back to Bomberland from impressive coaching run

    Everything you need to know about our new Senior Coach’s life in footy.

    AFL
    feature
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    McVeigh appointed as AFL Senior Coach

    Bombers confirm standout candidate after extensive, deliberate process.

    AFL
    announcement
  • News
    News

    ‘I'm just proud to be a Bomber’: Caddy reflective & optimistic about what the future holds

    Nate Caddy’s candid reflection on the year that was and the opportunities that lie ahead.

    AFL
  • Match Report
    Match Report

    Bombers lose close in final match for 2026

    A wrap on season 2026

    AFL
  • Feature
    Feature

    200 for the skipper

    McGrath set for major milestone in red and black.

    AFL
    feature
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    Team Selection: Bombers confirm final lineup of 2026

    The starting 23 to take on Port Adelaide.

    AFL
    team selection
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    Squad selection: Final squad named for 2026

    Essendon has named its final squad for the 2026 season.

    AFL
  • Media Conference
    Media Conference

    ‘It’s critically important we sing that song’: Solomon confident Dons will lift for milestone man McGrath

    Senior Coach’s media conference previewing final game of season.

    AFL
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    Rath to depart Essendon

    Coaching Innovation and Game Strategy Manager to finish after three seasons.

    AFL

AFLW

  • Match Report
    Match Report

    AFLW: Bombers outgunned in exciting clash with Geelong

    In-form Cats prove too powerful at GMHBA Stadium.

    AFLW
    match report
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    AFLW Team Selection: Essendon name lineup for Cats clash

    Dons unchanged heading into Sunday's game.

    AFLW
    team selection
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    AFLW: Prowse is in for the long run

    Zoe Prowse to remain in the sash ’til at least the end of 2030.

    AFLW
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    AFLW Squad Selection: Potential inclusion for trip to Geelong

    The extended squad for round four.

    AFLW
    team selection
  • Feature
    Feature

    Beyond the Boundary: Essendon's Community Team’s Week in Darwin

    Making an impact in the top end.

    AFLW
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    AFLW: Bess Keaney returns to Active List

    Keaney returns to AFLW availability following postpartum recovery.

    AFLW
  • Gameday Guide
    Gameday Guide

    AFLW Gameday Guide: Round Four

    Join us for round four this Sunday!

    AFLW
  • Injury Report
    Injury Report

    AFLW Injury Report: Injury update ahead of round four

    Positive progress on the injury front.

    AFLW
  • Match Report
    Match Report

    Tigers leave it late to edge Bombers in Dreamtime thriller

    The Tigers have edged the Bombers in a Dreamtime thriller

    AFLW
    match report
  • Feature
    Feature

    Prowse set for 50th game in Dreamtime clash

    Dons defender set to reach milestone.

    AFLW
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    AFLW Team Selection: Two star Dons to make long-awaited return

    Team lineup for Dreamtime is here.

    AFLW
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    AFLW Squad Selection: Two potential ins for Dreamtime

    Two Bombers look to make long awaited returns to final side.

    AFLW
  • Feature
    Feature

    AFLW: ‘It’s something really special’: Nanscawen uncovering Indigenous heritage

    Georgian Nanscawen on family history.

    AFLW
  • Gameday Guide
    Gameday Guide

    AFLW Gameday Guide: Dreamtime

    All you need to know for our Tigers clash up in Darwin.

    AFLW
  • News
    News

    Bomber's family quest has made Dreamtime more than just a game

    Georgia Nanscawen is on a journey to learn more about her Indigenous heritage.

    AFLW
  • Injury Report
    Injury Report

    AFLW Injury Report: Star defender to miss Dreamtime in Darwin

    The injury list as it stands ahead of round three.

    AFLW
    injury update
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    AFLW Dreamtime: 'A Piece of Me’ – Essendon’s Dreamtime Guernsey

    The story behind the 2026 guernsey design.

    AFLW
  • Injury Report
    Injury Report

    AFLW Injury Update: Maddison Gay

    Dons defender to be sidelined for Dreamtime in Darwin.

    AFLW
    injury update

VFL

  • Announcement
    Announcement

    VFL: Essendon's Preliminary Final fixture confirmed

    Details for our massive clash with Box Hill.

    VFL
  • Match Report
    Match Report

    VFL: Bombers secure prelim berth with gritty away win

    Essendon has locked in their place for a VFL Preliminary Final after a stirring win over Tasmania.

    VFL
    match report
  • 01:14
    Interview
    Interview

    VFL SF | Sellers post-game

    Hear from Tyler Sellers following Essendon's win over the Devils in Hobart.

    VFL
  • 01:05
    Interview
    Interview

    VFL SF | Setterfield post-game

    Hear from Will Setterfield following Essendon's win over the Devils in Hobart.

    VFL
  • 06:03
    Highlights
    Highlights

    VFL SF | Match Highlights

    The Devils and Bombers clash in the Semi Finals.

    VFL
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    VFL Team Selection: Crafty forward returns for mammoth Semi Final

    Bombers confirm lineup for Tasmania.

    VFL
    team selection
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    VFL Semi Final: Limited tickets on sale Wednesday

    Seats available for Saturday's knockout clash in Tasmania.

    VFL
  • News
    News

    VFL match report: Bombers' big win at Windy Hill

    Essendon wins first VFL final since 2019.

    VFL
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    VFL Team Selection: Dons name strong side for elimination final

    17 listed AFL players to feature.

    VFL
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    VFL: Essendon v Williamstown ticketing information

    Everything you need to know ahead of VFL ticket on-sale.

    VFL
  • Match Report
    Match Report

    VFL: Bombers lock in elimination final with inspired last quarter

    First VFL finals appearance in seven years looms for hot Dons.

    VFL
    match report
  • Feature
    Feature

    ‘Compete hard, defend first’: VFL mid-season recruit flourishing in back half

    Fresh face making mark to establish himself as key cog in Bombers' machine.

    VFL
    feature
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    VFL: Team named to take on Sydney

    Bombers lineup for Saturday's clash at Windy Hill.

    VFL

  • VFL: Bombers one step closer to finals after thrilling finish

    Late rally secures crucial one-point win.

    VFL
    match report
  • 14:57
    Highlights
    Highlights

    VFL Rd 20 | Match Highlights

    Extended highlights of the Bombers and Magpies clash in round 20.

    VFL
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    VFL: Round 21 fixture locked in

    Bombers' final home-and-away matchup with Swans gets official start time.

    VFL
    announcement
  • Interview
    Interview

    ‘We are full of belief’: VFL gun relishing run home for Bombers

    'Connected' Dons outfit looking to stake finals claim.

    VFL

  • VFL: Bombers outlast Box Hill in pivotal win for finals picture

    Essendon place important puzzle piece in pursuit for wildcard spot.

    VFL
    match report

VFLW

  • News
    News

    Century of Commitment: Melnikas set to join exclusive club

    Melnikas to become just the sixth player in the leagues history to reach 100 games.

    VFLW
  • 09:02
    Highlights
    Highlights

    VFLW Rd 7 | Match Highlights

    The Kangaroos and Bombers clash in round seven.

    VFLW
  • 09:18
    Highlights
    Highlights

    VFLW Rd 4 | Essendon v Carlton Highlights

    The Bombers and Blues clash in round four.

    VFLW
  • News
    News

    Double header: Bombers return to Windy Hill

    Essendon's VFL and VFLW sides set to take on an old rival.

    VFL
  • News
    News

    VFLW: Ready to roll into round one

    Season 2026 set to kick-off.

    VFLW
  • 02:21
    Interview
    Interview

    VFLW | Cherie O'Neill Interview

    Cherie O'Neill talks ahead of the VFLW jumper presentation at the NEC Hangar.

    VFLW
  • 01:58
    Interview
    Interview

    VFLW | Chaston ready for action

    El Chaston talks ahead of the VFLW jumper presentation at the NEC Hangar.

    VFLW
  • News
    News

    VFL/VFLW: Dons stars show out in State Games

    Bombers' representatives star for Big V in respective clashes.

    VFL
  • Announcement
    Announcement

    VFLW: Dons announce leadership group

    The players leading the way in 2026.

    VFLW
  • News
    News

    VFLW: Five more Dons lock in for 2026

    New faces and re-commitments for the Bombers.

    VFLW

  • VFLW: Dons sign five more

    Bombers boost stocks for 2026 with further five re-signings.

    VFLW

  • VFLW: Re-signing spree continues for Bombers

    Dons announce further five re-signings.

    VFLW

  • VFLW: Dons regain another five

    Bombers continue off-season re-signings.

    VFLW

  • VFLW: Dons open off-season with key re-signings

    Five stars recommit to Bombers' VFLW program for 2026.

    VFLW

  • VFL/VFLW Awards: Dons represented, staff and volunteers celebrated

    Bombers players, support staff recognised at 2025 VFL/VFLW Awards.

    VFL
  • 33

    Gallery: Essendon's 2025 VFL/VFLW/VWFL Best and Fairest

    All the images from the Bombers' celebration of their state league squads.

    VFL

  • Hately, Chaston, Logan, Milton claim top honours in Bombers' state league B&F night

    Dons host VFL, VFLW, VWFL squads for successful best and fairest.

    VFL

  • Bombers set for VFLW Elimination Final

    Win-or-go-home clash with Box Hill locked in.

    VFLW

Community

  • News
    News

    Bombers head to Sunbury, attract strong NGA turnout

    Come and Try session holds over 130 youngsters.

    AFL
  • Match Report
    Match Report

    Wheelchair Grand Final wrap: Community go back-to-back, valiant Championship side falls agonisingly short

    Proud performances from our VWFL, CWFL outfits in weekend’s deciders.

    match report

  • Bombers prepare for first outbound NGA Come & Try Session of 2026

    Dons heading to East Sunbury, providing opportunity for aspiring youngsters.

    AFL
  • Feature
    Feature

    Connection and curiosity: Shaping the future of AFLW

    AFLW players bring skills, stories and belief to schools and football clubs across Shepparton, Echuca and Cobram.

    AFLW
  • News
    News

    Dreamtime lessons at Windy Hill

    Students connect through culture and Football at Windy Hill Ahead of Dreamtime at the ‘G.

    AFL
  • 10:32
    Behind The Bombers
    Behind The Bombers

    Bombers return to Tiwi

    Each year, players from our men's and women's visit the Tiwi Islands for a cultural immersion experience. Our most recent group saw Isaac Kako, Jayden Nguyen and VFLW player Tayla Hart-Aluni spend the week there with a focus on cultural connection, community engagement and education. They were lucky enough to watch the Tiwi Bombers take the field in a local match too. Here's what they got up to over the five days:

    AFL
  • 107
    Feature
    Feature

    Gallery: A Tiwi Islands trip to remember

    Capturing a special time for Essendon players and staff.

    AFL
  • Feature
    Feature

    'They've boosted my love for the game': Tiwi trip of a lifetime remains close in Dons' hearts

    Ahead of Sir Doug Nicholls Round, a recap of an Essendon trio's memorable visit up North last year.

    AFL
    feature
  • Feature
    Feature

    Bombers reconnect with West Arnhem Land in Top End visit

    AFLW stars, staff visit NT yet again.

    AFLW
    feature
  • News
    News

    Community update: Bombers heavily immersed in grassroots

    A recap of Essendon's community activity from 2026 to date, with plenty on horizon.

    AFL
  • News
    News

    From Campus To Community

    Bomber Kids program continues to inspire next generation.

  • News
    News

    Bombers continue NGA push with talent identification session

    Club hosts first NGA open session of 2026.

  • News
    News

    Essendon's School Holiday Program Clinics return for 2026

    Bring your kids down to Windy Hill for a fun footy experience over the school holiday period.

  • 7

    Gallery: 2026 Bachar Houli Foundation Iftar Dinner

    Images of Essendon's representation at this year's event (courtesy of Richmond FC/BHF).

    AFL

  • Bombers support annual What Ability Day

    Dons help provide memorable day out at AAMI Park.

    AFL
  • News
    News

    First NGA Talent ID session announced

    NEC Hangar to host the future stars of our game.

  • 9

    Gallery: Essendon FC visits the Tiwi Islands

  • Feature
    Feature

    Essendon Education Academy: Take on a proven pathway for education, employment in sport

    Final applications now open with orientation just two weeks away.

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