AFL Faces Criticism Over Handling of GWS Giants Scandal
The AFL Players' Association and AFLW community express concerns over cultural issues and the league's response to inappropriate behavior at a GWS post-season event.
- The AFL Players' Association criticized the AFL for lacking procedural fairness in sanctioning GWS players involved in a post-season scandal.
- Concerns were raised about the AFL's inconsistent approach to punishing player leaders compared to club officials.
- AFLW players and community members expressed being hurt and disappointed by the behavior and the league's response.
- The scandal involved inappropriate costumes and actions, including references to gender-based violence and other offensive themes.
- Calls for cultural change and better leadership within the AFL were highlighted, with emphasis on respect, diversity, and inclusion.
Australian Broadcasting Corporation 
The Sydney Morning Herald 