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My favourite player. Smart, articulate, tough. A born leader and a future coach. We’re lucky to have him at the Dees

Like others I thought the Weid was the way to go. Fine weather, no pressure in terms of ladder position the Weid could have played with more freedom and perhaps found some form. I think he has a lot of upside compared to other options for a spot in the side. I concede he hasn’t looked like producing the level of performance we need from him all season. Selection has been spot on all year so I trust the FD know what they are doing.

There is enough money to go around in the AFL. Those inside the tent just don’t want to share the spoils with those on the outside. We could have a 19th and 20th team if we really wanted. That said the Gold Coast is not and never will be viable. Move the Suns to Tassy and give the team a proper chance to survive. Solve 2 problems in one go

Are you referring to Jim Stynes Macca? If not then i'm like everyone else and don't know the thread you are referring to We all have blind spots. It's part of the problem when it comes to prejudice. We just don't realise the views we hold are intolerant so i think you may have to help us out here

Cerra would be nice to have

Unless we think he can help us in finals then I’m against the idea. In a year where we are contending and have the luxury of looking at a couple of options before finals I do not believe giving Chunk a farewell game is in the best interests of the club. We celebrated his career against Richmond so the club have done the right thing by him. From here on in let’s focus 100% on winning the flag.

I'd settle for clunking some marks and 2-3 goals

I guess it can't be a bad look if you can't see it properly therefore no case to answer

I'd be trying to play Hibbo back into form for finals rather than experimenting with Smith

Aboriginal history is Australian history so i don't know why it wouldn't be thought in school

Our recruitment has been very smart over the past few years for both male and female teams. We went to the draft last year because we knew how compromised future drafts would be due to this expansion. We added Bannon and McNamara to go with youngsters such as Zanker, Hanks and Petrevski. We are well placed to be a contender for the next 4-5 years i reckon.

This thread is a very interesting read. Some very commendable contributions. I’m pretty sure everyone who has commented does not believe racism is acceptable in thought, word or deed. Regarding free speech. Anyone can say what they want but they are not free from the consequences of what they say. There are laws against liable, slander, hate etc. And the racial discrimination Act has specific provisions against speech which can be construed as “offensive”. Iirc Andrew Bolt fell foul of the provisions in this Act a few years back. Offensive speech, subject to some exceptions (racial discrimination act noted above) is not against the law. I mean, we offend each on this site every day. If our feelings are hurt that’s just too bad. Policing offence is completely unworkable because its nigh on impossible to define. Everyone will have a different idea of what it is. Regarding racism, continue to call it out when we see it and continue to support those who have been subjected to it. Anonymous posts on social media can’t be stopped I’m afraid but as others have said it’s the attitude of those that post that’s the real problem. We must continue to change hearts and minds In terms of path forward I think the aboriginal voice for parliament is the way to go. A historical wrong has been committed. We can’t change history but we can shape the future. I suggest we engage with the Uluru statement from the heart. I think it’s the best way to right the wrong. I will say there are certain aspects of anit-racist thought and BLM politics that I disagree with. For instance, the notion put forward in books such as “White Fragility” that white people are inherently racist is wrong. The idea that the police should be defunded, no matter how well intentioned, is just a bad idea. Condoning looters and saying they have a right to loot based on historical wrongs is not ok. There are aspects of how we tackle racism that can and should be debated. And let’s not forget the progress that has been made. Many old prejudices and attitudes are no longer acceptable and that’s a good thing. Let’s acknowledge that as we continue to work on the problems that endure.

Don;t get me wrong. I'd much rather go to the GF as well. But given the times we live i view this as just another covid imposition Adelaide is my preference as well. Perth just to hard to get to

I just want us to win the flag. If we do i'll enjoy it no matter where the game is played

I think every club should be hoping the Eagles don't make finals. we can't have their entitled, idiotic supporters spoiling finals with their moronic booing

They are a bit harsh on Darling. I'd have him at the Dees in a heartbeat

Jones probably but i wouldn't mind seeing him get a run against the Crows to see what kind of shape he's in

Jordon stiff

Didn't hear the comment on Melks (I must have been muted at the time). Agree its an odd remark

I was muting and unmuting the comms during the game because Leppa is excellent. Of course BT spoils it but he was not quite as bad as he usually is.

Saints have been hopelessly inconsistent this year. After playing very well against the Swans last week expect them to s**t the bed v Geelong

I think we should target top spot as it means most likely opponent is Port in a qual final.

Great temperament. Serene and composed amidst the mayhem. Not even the hostile West Coast could rattle him. I though a few games for experience and then Hibbo back into the side for finals but after last night I think he should stay in the team. What a find.

That was just a magnificent win. Optus is such a tough ground to play at Nibbler producing that game in his 100th. Hats off. Superb career turn-around Harmes. I wouldn’t have complained if you were dropped but you proved your worth. What do I know! Bowey to play like that in his second game, at such a hostile venue. The kid has plenty of guts as well as elite kicking skills Melks played his role well. Credit to him he has plenty of detractors. To have Top 4 sewn up with 2 games to play is such a luxury. Manage players with niggles and a great chance to play with freedom and build form. I don’t care who we play in the qual final or where. We’ve won in Adelaide this year and Perth. We fear nobody. Booking a visit to my doctor now. Need my heart checked after that last quarter

I miss Dr. D. I think his posts are hilarious. Can't wait to hear him explain that he knew we were going to finish Top 4 all along. He's comic gold