Hawthorn Hosts Brisbane in AFLW Qualifying Final

The AFL Women's (AFLW) finals series is set to begin, featuring the top eight teams from a competitive season. North Melbourne finished first, claiming the minor premiership with an unbeaten record, while Hawthorn secured their first finals appearance and will host Brisbane in a Qualifying Final. Adelaide, after a recent victory over Geelong, locked in their fourth-place position and will face North Melbourne in another Qualifying Final. Tickets for these matches will go on sale shortly, with adult tickets priced at $15 and children under 17 admitted for free. Other matchups include Port Adelaide against Richmond in an elimination final, while Fremantle will face Essendon in another knockout clash. The finals promise to deliver intense competition as teams vie for a spot in the grand final.