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[bergens-adventure-tours]

Week 8: April 3rd – April 9th, 2023 // Let the solo travels begin!

Well folks, the adventures have truly and officially begun this week!  I’ve left the comfort of Hobart and the Fitzy Castle House, and am now traveling the mainland with just myself and Peg.  I’d like to start by saying whoever else has been lead to believe that Australia is always hot and sunny, I’ve got sad news for you.  I figured my timing to more or less “chase the colder weather�� because I was worried of how I’d handle the Australian heat would still be giving me at least consistent sunny 15+˚C… It has not lol it’s been pretty comparable to Vancouver seasons thus far – both in Tassie and now along the south coast.  No, I shouldn’t be this surprised; geographically it all makes sense when you actually think about it… it’s just been a rude awakening knowing packing the toque was actually a smart idea and not a waste of space lol.  

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Monday was such a benchmark day for me – I officially completed my first ever van build!  The fact that we designed, bought material, took everything out, and built the whole thing from scratch in just 5 days (realistically only have like 4-6hours at a time) is pretty fucking amazing to me.  I was just adding up the days as I thought we had done 6 or 7… I’m so impressed with how well we worked together after having never met before and SO grateful to Rhys for giving me so much of his spare time (all in the middle of moving houses too I might add).  An absolute legend!  There were a couple minor things we would’ve like to get done that we just unfortunately ran out of time for – but the overall build of the main components we wanted were completed and it looks so freaking good. Like I could not be happier with it.  And after this first week living out of it and having it organized, I feel like I can really live and breathe in this space.  It’s so nicely laid out and organized, I can’t wait to put together a proper video for you all!  After a thank you dinner for Rhys, I couldn’t get to sleep till quite late as I was FAR too excited about the van and figuring out how I wanted to organize it all.

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Tuesday was an emotional day for me as it was time to officially move into my new home, while getting ready to say goodbye to what has been my home for the past 7 weeks.  I got an early start and spent the day putting up my lights, organizing all my gear, cleaning. The afternoon I spent sorting out some electrical stuff (big shout-out and thanks to Ethan and Lauren for your help), writing notes and getting flowers for the house + the couple who let us use their space for renovating the van.  Managed to get in one last climb late night climb with Sam+Annie before giving the house my little thank you gift.  Was really nice to have everyone home for the night, with Alissa having been gone most of the time I’ve been here.

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Wednesday was a pretty successful and eventful day! Early start to cut my own hair, pack the last of my stuff from the house, say my goodbyes to the housemates, grab coffee w/Sam+Sammy, get some new runners to get back into running/working out while on the road (shout out to Sam for the discount!), and finally dropped off the flowers and note to Sean+Megs as a thank you for allowing Rhys and I to use their home for the van build.  Not gonna lie, I got real sappy this week…  I find I often express myself best through my writing, and was feeling a lot of gratitude for a lot of people this week.  I had many complete strangers go out of their way to help me out in some really big ways during my time here, and I can’t help but think about how different my first 2 months would’ve been had I not met Alissa back in Canada last October.

The afternoon was spent on a beautiful 4-hour drive to Devonport, where I found a nice little spot just down the road from the ferry to park for the night.  Was feeling pretty exhausted from the past week, so after organizing some food for the ferry, and blowing out my inverter trying to use my induction stove top (whoops)…I ended on an early night with some reading.

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Ferry day was actually such a dream.  I hadn’t realized how run down I’ve been getting, so the forced RNR was very much needed.  Thanks to Sean’s advice, I went straight to deck 10 and snagged one of the only 4 couches on the ferry and set up camp.  They were surprisingly super comfortable and perfect length for me to fully stretch out and take many naps lol. Bringing a blanket, I think was my best idea.  There wasn’t much for service most of the ride, so my time was divided between napping, people watching, snacking and reading.  The 10hours flew by pretty quickly, and next thing I knew, I was looking for a place to park for the night!  Ended up in a parking lot that I didn’t realized locked at night, so had a cop knocking on my window at 23:30 telling me to park out on the street next to the park… finding free spots is going to be a bit of a learning curve I imagine haha.

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Friday I got to experience my first Laundromat, and I gotta say, I picked a good one to start with… super clean and newer machines.  Got all my clothing and bedding washed which felt SO nice to crawl into that night.  I was back n forth a bunch between whether I begin the road trip west, or back track to Melbourne… I decided that my body still needed some rnr time, so I found myself a beach/cliff spot 20min south of Devonport, called Point Addis, and set up camp for the rest of the day to read and relax.  I managed to finish another book which I realized has brought me to 8 completed books since I left Canada!  I ended up with a beautiful break in the clouds and found my way down towards the beach.  

One of my favourite things I’ve been consciously trying to practice has been “grounding,” which is the simple practice of walking on the earth barefoot.  There’s a lot of benefits to grounding, but my favourites have been noticing the toughness in my feet build up, as well as my attentiveness to where I step.  The increased attentiveness has me focusing more on my body and the present moment, and reducing the amount of random mental chatter and wandering I have when on walks.  It’s been a really useful tool for practicing more mindfulness and meditation.  It also reminds me of all the time I spent barefoot as a kid, playing in the backyard, climbing trees, wandering the neighbourhood – it has a way of connecting you back to your inner child.  I highly recommend reading up on it some more and practicing it yourself!

After today, I decided that spending time in downtown Melbourne is not what I’m wanting right now, and with my route I have planned for this year, I know I’ll have plenty of other opportunities to visit and explore the city another time.  

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So with that, I made the most of Saturday by practicing some yoga on the boardwalk at sunrise, getting some errands in by running to Bunnings and Jaycar (hopefully for the last time finally) to fix my kitchen set up and replace my inverter.  The guys at Jaycar were absolute GEMS! I went in with my inverter thinking I had completely ruined it and was just going to recycle it with them, but the guy at the counter took the opportunity to forfeit a bigger sale and help me open up the inverter and make just a $2 fix!  They also came out to help check on the battery and connections and ended up fixing a piece to make it work even better!  Jaycar has probably been my favourite Aussie store to work with – every location I’ve been to, the employees have gone above and beyond helping me, while making it as affordable as possible.  Can’t recommend them enough for any electronic needs.  Made some grocery shop stops in town, visited another zero waste grocery store ‘The Source.’  Then made my way to Industry Boulders for an afternoon climb! Really loved this gym.  They had some really fun routes and felt really good to focus just on bouldering.  

Made a little impromptu stop at a beautiful art gallery/nursery just off the Great Ocean Highway, and had a really lovely conversation with the resident artist there about how it’s important to remind ourselves that our creations aren’t for everyone.  Create for yourself – the people who resonate with you and connect with your work will follow.  Forcing yourself to fit a mould that wasn’t meant for you, will only disrupt your inner peace and disconnect you from the work you truly wish/are made to be doing.  (artist IG: @saltandpeppergallery).

I ended up heading back to Point Addis for the night since I finished in town a bit later and knew that I wouldn’t have people asking me to move… hopefully.

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Sunday was a pretty blah day for me.  Woke up a bit later not feeling too great (think I’m on the verge of a cold), so I went in and out of napping and reading for most of the day.  Managed to get myself out for a little walk and make a really tasty pasta dish, but decided to continue taking it easy and spend one more night at Point Addis before hitting the road and taking on the Great Ocean Road this next coming week!

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After finishing “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo,” I’ve begun “The Mountain is You” and oh boy am I being faced with some hard doses of reality.  It’s been a humbling read that I’m excited to share some bits n pieces with you all in the next week.

Until next time.

Stay passionate and curious, Hunter♡

04/10/2023

[circket-world]

Match 42 of the Women’s Big Bash League 2023 will see the clash between Melbourne Stars Women and the Hobart Hurricanes Women at the Allan Border Field, Brisbane, on Friday, 17 November 2023. Keep reading to find out the MS-W vs HH-W Match Prediction Match 42 Women’s Big Bash League 2023 Venue Stats Allan Border Field, Brisbane, MS-W vs HH-W Predicted XIs for Today’s Match Melbourne Stars Women’s Predicted XI: Kim Garth, Meg Lanning, Sasha Moloney, Annabel Sutherland, Nicole Faltum, Sophia Dunkley, Maia Bouchier, Tess Flintoff, Olivia Henry, Alice Capsey, Sophie Day, Rhys McKenna, Sophie Reid, Milly Illingworth and Jasmine Nevins. Hobart Hurricanes Women’s Predicted XI: Shabnim Ismail, Elyse Villani, Nicola Carey, Lizelle Lee, Naomi Stalenberg, Maisy Gibson, Tabatha Saville, Molly Strano, Heather Graham, Erin Fazackerley, Bryony Smith, Hayley Silver-holmes, Rachel Trenaman, Amy Smith, Emma Manix Geeves, Ruth Johnston and Julia Cavanough. Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women head-to-head: Let’s have a look at the head-to-head record for the MS-W vs HH-W prediction. This will help us to understand who will win today’s Women’s Big Bash League 2023 Match 42 prediction or who has a higher chance of winning between Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women. MS-W vs HH-W head-to-head in ODI MS-W vs HH-W Total Matches: 10 Melbourne Stars Women Won: 3 Hobart Hurricanes Women Won: 3 No Result: – 0 Tied: – 0 Here is our MS-W vs HH-WODI Match Prediction Case 1: If Melbourne Stars Women Bats first First Innings score prediction: Melbourne Stars Women will score 140-150 Result prediction: Melbourne Stars Women will win the match by less than 10 runs Case 2: If the Hobart Hurricanes Women bats first First Innings score prediction: Hobart Hurricanes Women will score 145-155 Result prediction: Hobart Hurricanes Women will win the match by 10-20 runs Stay updated with all the cricketing action, follow Cricadium on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Disclaimer Match Predictions are for entertainment purposes only. We don’t get involved in or promote betting or gambling. Also, we strongly discourage behaviors of participating in illegal activities related to cricket. Our experts try to be as correct as possible, but we do not guarantee 100% correctness. https://www.cricadium.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/12-10.png #MSW #HHW #Match #Prediction #Womens #Big #Bash #League #Match

[chan-eil-seo-dona]

“You took a dead man’s name?” “He weren’t usin’ it no more.”

Rhys here finds it’s easier to act a man than a woman, even as an Outlaw- though it causes some Shakespearean problems when she falls in love and the woman thinks she’s a bloke. Shenanigans ensue.

[jemaillet]

La cuisine de Tasmanie

 Hobart

La capitale de la Tasmanie ne se contente pas seulement de proposer des huîtres du Pacifique, du café et des vins du barista, mais elle propose également un art de classe mondiale et un mode de vie en plein air enviable, explique Anne Krebiehl. Temps de trajet 24 h 50 min Comme le dit un habitant perspicace: «Ce n'est pas seulement une île, c'est une île au bout du monde». Si vous recherchez une évasion complète, parmi les habitants super décontractés, alors la capitale de la Tasmanie, Hobart, est votre endroit. Perchée à l'intérieur de Storm Bay à la pointe sud, la ville a une atmosphère pittoresque de petite ville. La première chose qui vous frappe lorsque vous descendez de l'avion est l'air: on dit qu'il est parmi les plus propres du monde. L'emplacement est essentiel: il n'y a que quelques affleurements escarpés entre Hobart et l'Antarctique. La Tasmanie est orientée vers les activités de plein air, avec 45% des terres cédées aux parcs nationaux, mais heureusement, vous n'avez pas besoin d'être un surfeur ou un randonneur passionné pour vous y intégrer. L'environnement vierge et sous-peuplé offre des produits de haute qualité produits, donc les gourmands amateurs de bière artisanale, de cure et de vin se sentiront comme chez eux. Que faire Assurez-vous d'être à Hobart un samedi pour assister au marché hebdomadaire de Salamanque, qui est au-dessus de la plupart des marchés avec son mélange dynamique de produits et d'art. Préparez-vous à ce que vos perceptions de l'art contemporain soient complètement remises en question au MONA, le Musée d'art ancien et nouveau - une grande collection privée ouverte au public. Les expositions dans ce bâtiment spectaculaire sont délibérément destinées à choquer. Le programme des événements et des concerts est également source de réflexion. Retrouvez votre sens de l'esthétique dans la salle de dégustation de la cave Moorilla sur le même site et sous la même propriété. Si vous préférez ignorer l'art, goûtez une gamme complète de vins de l'île au climat frais provenant de 81 vignobles à la porte de la cave Gasworks juste à côté du bord de mer. Combinez exercice et histoire et marchez jusqu'à Battery Point pour découvrir l'architecture du XIXe siècle, atelier foie gras ainsi que le Narryna Heritage Museum et ses traditions folkloriques. Si vous vous sentez énergique, Greater Hobart Trails a quelques suggestions pour des promenades commençant en ville. Où rester Zero Davey Apartments 00 61 3 6270 1444, propose des suites d'une propreté impeccable dans un emplacement central, idéal pour les indépendants qui cherchent à cuisiner de superbes produits de l'île. Profitez d'une vue sur le front de mer et de l'art contemporain dans une ancienne fabrique de confiture de l'hôtel Henry Jones 00 61 3 6210 7700, - un bâtiment datant de 1804. Le Salamanca Wharf Hotel 00 61 3 6224 7007, dispose de chambres baignées de soleil et d'un décor fabriqué à l'aide de bois local. Un Loft Penthouse offre une vue sur Princes Park et une cuisine en granit. Où manger et boire Envie de beignets de piña colada pour le petit déjeuner? Ensuite, dirigez-vous vers le petit mais exquis Small-Fry 00 61 3 6231 1338, sur Bathurst Street et discutez des recettes de gâteaux avec le propriétaire Rhys Hannan alors qu'il fait votre long noir. Sa femme, April, fait ses beignets dans une variété de saveurs en constante évolution. Les huîtres du Pacifique de Tasmanie sont délicieuses; vous pouvez même espionner les parcs à huîtres de l'avion pendant que vous volez. Essayez-les aussi frais et naturels qu'ils viennent au célèbre pont supérieur Mures 00 61 3 6231 1999, / pont supérieur ou même à presque tous les sites riverains. Grape Wine Bar 00 61 3 6224 0611, les fait avec une flûte rafraîchissante de fizz Tassie et de la musique live. Comme ailleurs en Australie, l'influence italienne est forte et délicieuse - alors ne manquez pas Cargo Bar Pizza Lounge 00 61 3 6223 7788, pour son atmosphère animée et sa carte des vins primée. Si vous êtes après un verre, pourquoi ne pas participer à la visite de la distillerie Lark 00 61 6231 9088, où vous commencez à la porte de la cave dans le centre-ville de Hobart, mais êtes rapidement emmené à la distillerie elle-même, située dans la pittoresque vallée voisine de Coal River - avec beaucoup de dégustations de single malt jeté dans le mélange. Le temps presse? Avec des jumelles d'observation des oiseaux et des jambes de mer prêtes, montez à bord d'une croisière Iron Pot pour voir le plus vieux phare d'Australie et observer la faune sur l'île de Betsey. D'une durée de deux heures et demie, il recueille une riche histoire locale. Carte Information de voyage Information de voyage La monnaie est le dollar australien. Le temps est de 11 heures d'avance sur le Royaume-Uni. Le temps de trajet depuis Londres est d'environ 28 heures. Le coût de la compensation carbone est de 43 £. 44, visite S'y Rendre Qantas vole de Londres Heathrow à Melbourne via Dubaï, puis directement à Hobart. Singapore Airlines vole également depuis Heathrow. Ressources Discover Tasmania regorge de conseils pratiques et d'inspiration pour tirer le meilleur parti de votre visite.

[sailingawayonthemoon-blog]

Not a very tropical paradise. But after a few solid days of work, Hobart’s Hideaway is getting there. A pool. hot tub and some decent dining facilitates had boosted the rating to a solid three stars. It wasn’t as attractive as Rhys wanted, but it was somthing.

[tones09]

Star Giant out, big names return

GREATER Western Sydney has been bolstered by the return of star forward Toby Greene and veteran Ryan Griffen, but will be without classy midfielder Josh Kelly for Saturday's meeting with Fremantle at UNSW Oval in Canberra.

GREATER Western Sydney midfielder Josh Kelly will miss Saturday's match against Fremantle in Canberra because of a groin injury. Kelly will miss the clash with a groin injury, with ruckman Rory Lobb (knee) and defender Harry Perryman (omitted) the other outs. Greene has missed the past two matches with a hamstring injury, while Griffen will make his season debut and journeyman Dawson Simpson will assume the ruck duties. The Dockers, meanwhile, will go in with an unchanged side as they look to make it three wins in succession. Griffen isn't the only player that will be making his season debut in round four, with a host of big-name players named for their first match in 2018, including West Coast's dual Coleman medal winner Josh Kennedy, Richmond premiership player Dion Prestia and Collingwood young gun Jordan De Goey. Kennedy's return after ankle and knee surgery over the pre-season headlines the Eagles' selection moves, but emerging midfielder Liam Duggan - a late withdrawal from the win over Geelong with hamstring tightness - is also back into the fray for Saturday night's encounter against Gold Coast at Optus Stadium. Tough midfielder Mark Hutchings (omitted) and excitement machine Liam Ryan (ankle) make way for West Coast who - like their cross-town rival - are gunning for three wins in a row.

WEST Coast spearhead Josh Kennedy will play his first game of the season. Jack Bowes returns from suspension for the Suns who have lost rebounding defender Pearce Hanley (shoulder) for potentially an extended period. Richmond has added some further class to its side after last Sunday's impressive win over a previously undefeated Hawthorn team, adding Josh Caddy (suspension) and Prestia (glute) to the team that will take on Brisbane at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday. The Tigers have omitted Sam Lloyd and Jack Higgins, after his two-goal debut. The Lions are strengthened by the return of captain Dayne Beams who was a late out from the team that suffered a narrow loss to Port Adelaide with illness, while last year's No.15 draft selection in Zac Bailey, a midfield dasher, will make his AFL debut. Bailey will wear the No. 33 Guernsey, made famous by fellow Territorian Darryl White. Cedric Cox and Ryan Lester make way for the duo. Adelaide has recalled exciting key position talent Darcy Fogarty at Lachlan Murphy's expense, the rookie sidelined with a hamstring injury. The Crows' opponent in Collingwood welcomes back De Goey for his first game of the year after a hamstring setback and club-imposed suspension for drink-driving. De Goey comes in for Taylor Adams who hurt his hamstring at training on Wednesday. The Western Bulldogs have recalled Shane Biggs to replace suspended defender Zaine Cordy for Saturday night's contest against Sydney at Etihad Stadium. The Swans, meanwhile, have made three forced changes. As previously reported on Sports Central, key forward Sam Reid will be out of action for up to eight weeks with a quad injury, while emerging defender Lewis Melican will be sidelined for a fortnight with a hamstring injury. Speedster Gary Rohan (personal reasons) is the other out. Utility Aliir Aliir will play his first AFL game since round four last year, joining midfield dynamo Zak Jones and Nic Newman as the trio's replacements. As expected, key defender Robbie Tarrant (hamstring) returns for North Melbourne who lost Nathan Hrovat after he sustained a fractured thumb at training on Wednesday. Carlton has swung the axe as it looks to register its first win of the season, cutting Jed Lamb and Cameron Polson for Saturday night's game against the Kangaroos at Blundstone Arena in Hobart. As reported on Sports Central earlier in the week, young defender Caleb Marchbank will miss a month of football with an ankle injury. Cam O'Shea is a natural substitute for Marchbank, while Jack Silvagni has earned a recall and Lochie O'Brien will make his debut. Sam Powell-Pepper is the solitary change for undefeated ladder leader Port Adelaide as the fall-out from his alcohol-fuelled night out last weekend begins. The Power's leadership group has hit the midfield bull with a one-game ban, with a League investigation continuing into an alleged incident on the same night. Karl Amon, Joe Atley, Jarrod Lienert, Trent McKenzie and Jake Neade are the potential inclusions. Ken Hinkley's men play at Etihad Stadium on Sunday against Essendon who have lost rebounding defender Conor McKenna to suspension following his controversial biting incident.

PORT Adelaide young gun Sam Powell-Pepper will miss Sunday's game against Essendon after being hit with a club-imposed one-game suspension. Matt Guelfi, Michael Hartley, Kyle Langford, Shaun McKernan and Jackson Merrett could come in for the Bombers who are looing to end a two-game losing run. Kaiden Brand and Will Langford paid the price for Hawthorn's 13-point loss to Richmond and won't play against Melbourne at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Firebrand James Sicily returns from suspension, while Conor Glass, James Cousins, Brendan Whitecross and untried duo David Mirra and Mitchell Lewis are in the frame. The Demons will be without midfielder Dom Tyson due to illness, with Jayden Hunt, Angus Brayshaw - yet to play in 2018 - Billy Stretch, Mitch Hanna and Sam Weideman in the mix for Sunday's clash. St Kilda has lost defender Jimmy Webster (hip) to injury, while Nathan Wright has been dropped for Sunday's important clash against Geelong at GMHBA Stadium. Experienced defender Sam Gilbert, Jack Lonie, ex-Power recruit Logan Austin, Jack Steele, Hunter Clark and Tom Hickey are all in line for a recall. The Cats were always going to make a raft of changes at the selection table after losing champion midfielder Gary Ablett (hamstring), Cam Guthrie (ankle) and livewire Nakia Cockatoo (PCL/knee) in a costly trip west last Sunday. Underrated midfielder Mitch Duncan is among the potential replacements, including Rhys Stanley, Charlie Constable, Jordan Cunico, Zac Smith and Jackson Thurlow. FRIDAY APRIL 13 ADELAIDE versus COLLINGWOOD, Adelaide Oval, 7.20pm (ACST)  ADELAIDE In: D.Fogarty Out: L.Murphy (hamstring) COLLINGWOOD In: J.De Goey Out: T.Adams (hamstring) SATURDAY APRIL 14 GREATER WESTERN SYDNEY versus FREMANTLE, UNSW Oval (Canberra), 1.45pm (AEST)  GREATER WESTERN SYDNEY In: T.Greene, D.Simpson, R.Griffen Out: R.Lobb (knee), J.Kelly (groin), H.Perryman FREMANTLE No changes RICHMOND versus BRISBANE, Melbourne Cricket Ground, 2.10pm (AEST)  RICHMOND In: J.Caddy, D.Prestia Out: S.Lloyd, J.Higgins BRISBANE In: D.Beams, Z.Bailey Out: C.Cox, R.Lester New: Zac Bailey (Norwood) WESTERN BULLDOGS versus SYDNEY, Etihad Stadium, 4.35PM (AEST)  WESTERN BULLDOGS In: S.Biggs Out: Z.Cordy (suspension) SYDNEY In: A.Aliir, Z.Jones, N.Newman Out: S.Reid (quad), L.Melican (hamstring), G.Rohan (personal) NORTH MELBOURNE versus CARLTON, Blundstone Arena (Hobart), 7.25pm (AEST)  NORTH MELBOURNE In: R.Tarrant Out: N.Hrovat (thumb) CARLTON In: C.O'Shea, J.Silvagni, L.O'Brien Out: C.Marchbank (ankle), C.Polson, J.Lamb New: Lochie O'Brien (Bendigo U18) WEST COAST versus GOLD COAST, Optus Stadium, 6.10pm (AWST)  WEST COAST In: J.Kennedy, L.Duggan Out: M.Hutchings, L.Ryan (ankle) GOLD COAST In: J.Bowes Out: P.Hanley (shoulder) SUNDAY APRIL 15 ESSENDON versus PORT ADELAIDE, Etihad Stadium, 1.10pm (AEST)  ESSENDON In: M.Guelfi, M.Hartley, K.Langford, S.McKernan, J.Merrett Out: C.McKenna (suspension) New: Matt Guelfi (Claremont) PORT ADELAIDE In: K.Amon, J.Atley, J.Lienert, T.McKenzie, J.Neade Out: S.Powell-Pepper (club suspension) New: Jarrod Lienert (Sturt), Trent McKenzie (Gold Coast) HAWTHORN versus MELBOURNE, Melbourne Cricket Ground, 3.20pm (AEST)  HAWTHORN In: C.Glass, J.Sicily, J.Cousins, B.Whitecross, D.Mirra, M.Lewis Out: K.Brand, W.Langford New: David Mirra (Box Hill), Mitchell Lewis (Calder U18) MELBOURNE In: A.Brayshaw, B.Stretch, M.Hannan, J.Hunt, S.Weideman Out: D.Tyson (illness) GEELONG versus ST KILDA, GMHBA Stadium, 4.40pm (AEST) GEELONG In: R.Stanley, C.Constable, J.Cunico, M.Duncan, J.Murdoch, Z.Smith, J.Thurlow Out: N.Cockatoo (knee), C.Guthrie (ankle), G.Ablett (hamstring) New: Charlie Constable (Sandringham U18) ST KILDA In: S.Gilbert, J.Lonie, L.Austin, J.Steele, H.Clark, T.Hickey Out: J.Webster (hip), N.Wright New: Logan Austin (Port Adelaide) Read the full article

[footyplusau]

TEAMS: Shock Tiger out, star returns for Hawks

• Tigers lose big-name recruit with hamstring injury • Pie bad boy to play • Hawks, Dees bring back stars as gun Don sits

RICHMOND will be without another big-name recruit for Saturday night’s clash against the Western Bulldogs, with midfielder Dion Prestia sidelined with a hamstring injury.

Check out the full round seven teams

The Tigers have been forced to make four changes, with Toby Nankervis suspended and Reece Conca (foot) injured, while Steve Morris has been dropped after just one match back in the team.

The Bulldogs have recalled defender Matthew Boyd at the expense of Bailey Dale in their only change for the crucial clash at Etihad Stadium.

In a big night of selections, Essendon has rested star Jobe Watson and No.1 pick Andrew McGrath, Melbourne forward Jesse Hogan has been named to return, and midfielder Dale Thomas has been selected by Carlton. 

Collingwood has also recalled midfielder Jordan de Goey immediately after he served a club ban for lying to the Magpies about how he broke his hand ahead of the season. 

Hawthorn has named Grant Birchall, Cyril Rioli and Brendan Whitecross in its extended squad for Sunday’s clash against Melbourne, with changes likely on Friday when the team is trimmed to 22.

As well as Hogan, who missed one match on compassionate leave, the Demons have named Dean Kent, Josh Wagner and Billy Stretch in their extended squad.

Midfielder Jake Melksham is the only omission at this stage for the clash at the MCG.

Greater Western Sydney has made three changes for Friday night’s clash against St Kilda at Etihad Stadium, with co-captain Phil Davis and vice-captain Stephen Coniglio returning, and defender Harrison Himmelberg named for his first game this season.

The Saints have made one forced change, calling on Nathan Wright to replace injured half-forward Maverick Weller (ankle).

Carlton has named Thomas after two weeks out of the team amid speculation he faces an uphill fight to reach a trigger clause to play on in 2018.

The Blues have also called on midfielder Sam Kerridge for his second game this season, with Zac Fisher (hamstring) and Jack Silvagni (shoulder) making way.

Collingwood has made three changes, with key tall Ben Reid and Jackson Ramsay joining De Goey in the 22, replacing Travis Varcoe (hamstring), Tim Broomhead (omitted) and Henry Schade (managed).

Premiership favourite Adelaide has named an unchanged 22 for its clash against North Melbourne at Blundstone Arena on Saturday.

The Kangaroos have made two changes, regaining key forward Jarrad Waite and midfielder Ryan Clarke, while choosing to manage youngster Jy Simpkin and losing Aaron Mullett to a hand injury.

Geelong has dropped ruckman Zac Smith and midfielder Sam Menegola for Saturday night’s clash against Gold Coast at Metricon Stadium. 

The Cats have also lost Brandan Parfitt (hamstring) and Tom Stewart (omitted), recalling dangerous forward Dan Menzel, Rhys Stanley, Jackson Thurlow and rookie James Parsons.

Gold Coast has also made four changes, losing Jesse Lonergan to a shoulder injury and dropping Matt Shaw, Brayden Fiorini and Jack Bowes. 

Important trio Steven May, David Swallow and Kade Kolodjashnij return, alongside debutant Brad Scheer.

Port Adelaide has made just one change for Saturday’s clash against West Coast at Adelaide Oval, regaining skipper Travis Boak for the omitted Karl Amon.

The Eagles have named an unchanged 22, with ruckman Nathan Vardy (elbow) and Liam Duggan (cork) facing fitness tests.

Sydney will be boosted by the return of veteran Jarrad McVeigh for Sunday’s clash against the Brisbane Lions at the SCG, also recalling defender Aliir Aliir.

Both have been named on the Swans’ seven-man bench alongside inclusions Dean Towers, Jordan Foote, Sam Naismith and Oliver Florent, while Harry Marsh has been brought straight into the starting 18.

The Swans lose Jeremy Laidler (achilles), Gary Rohan (concussion), Brandon Jack (omitted) and James Rose (omitted).

The Lions have made two changes at this stage, with star midfielder Dayne Beams (quad) and Tom Cutler (hamstring) forced out through injury.

Marco Paparone and Jake Barrett have been named in the starting 18, while fellow inclusions Josh Walker, Tom Bell and Josh Clayton are on the seven-man bench.

Essendon has made five changes so far for Sunday’s clash against Fremantle at Domain Stadium, with big-name omissions Watson and McGrath weakening the squad.

Ruckman Tom Bellchambers (omitted), defender Mitch Brown (ankle) and Ben McNiece (rested) also make way.

James Kelly and Matthew Leuenberger come straight back into the 18, as have Michael Hartley and Aaron Francis, with David Myers named for his first game this season.

Veteran Brent Stanton has been included on the extended bench alongside James Stewart and Kobe Mutch.

The Dockers have named Nick Suban, Cam Sutcliffe and Matt Taberner in their 25-man squad, with no changes at this stage.

Friday, May 5

St Kilda v Greater Western Sydney at Etihad Stadium, 7.50pm AEST

ST KILDA In: N.Wright  Out: M.Weller (ankle)

GREATER WESTERN SYDNEY In: P.Davis, S.Coniglio, H.Himmelberg Out: S.Reid (hamstring), N.Haynes (hamstring), T.Greene (suspension)

Saturday, May 6

North Melbourne v Adelaide at Blundstone Arena (Hobart), 1.45pm AEST

NORTH MELBOURNE In: J.Waite, R.Clarke Out: A.Mullett (hand), J.Simpkin (managed)

ADELAIDE No change

Collingwood v Carlton at the MCG, 2.10pm AEST

COLLINGWOOD In: B.Reid, J.Ramsay, J.De Goey Out: T.Varcoe (hamstring), T.Broomhead, H.Schade (managed)

CARLTON In: D.Thomas, S.Kerridge Out: Z.Fisher (hamstring), J.Silvagni (shoulder)

Port Adelaide v West Coast at Adelaide Oval, 4.05pm ACST

PORT ADELAIDE In: T.Boak Out: K.Amon

WEST COAST No change

Gold Coast v Geelong at Metricon Stadium, 7.25pm AEST

GOLD COAST In: S.May, D.Swallow, K.Kolodjashnij, B.Scheer Out: M.Shaw, J.Lonergan (shoulder), B.Fiorini, J.Bowes New: Brad Scheer (Palm Beach-Currumbin, Qld)

GEELONG In: R.Stanley, D.Menzel, J.Thurlow, J.Parsons Out: Z.Smith, T.Stewart, S.Menegola, B.Parfitt (hamstring)

Western Bulldogs v Richmond at Etihad Stadium, 7.25pm AEST

WESTERN BULLDOGS In: M.Boyd  Out: B.Dale

RICHMOND In: A.Miles, T.Elton, C.Ellis, I.Soldo Out: S.Morris, D.Prestia (hamstring), R.Conca (foot), T.Nankervis (suspension) New: Ivan Soldo (Northern U18)

Sunday, May 7

Sydney v Brisbane Lions at the SCG, 1.10pm AEST

SYDNEY In: J.McVeigh, A.Aliir, D.Towers, H.Marsh, J.Foote, S.Naismith, O.Florent Out: J.Laidler (achilles), G.Rohan (concussion), B.Jack, J.Rose

BRISBANE LIONS In: J.Walker, M.Paparone, T.Bell, J.Barrett, J.Clayton Out: D.Beams (quad), T.Cutler (hamstring)

Melbourne v Hawthorn at the MCG, 3.20pm AEST

MELBOURNE In: D.Kent, J.Wagner, J.Hogan, B.Stretch Out: J.Melksham

HAWTHORN In: G.Birchall, C.Rioli, B.Whitecross Out: –

Fremantle v Essendon at Domain Stadium, 2.40pm AWST

FREMANTLE In: N.Suban, C.Sutcliffe, M.Taberner Out: –

ESSENDON In: J.Kelly, B.Stanton, M.Leuenberger, D.Myers, M.Hartley, J.Stewart, A.Francis, K.Mutch Out: J.Watson (rested), T.Bellchambers, M.Brown (ankle), B.McNiece (rested), A.McGrath (rested) New: James Stewart (Greater Western Sydney), Kobe Mutch (Bendigo U18)

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So Rhys and Jasmin are hitting off... I wonder where this is going? ;) The profits from Hobart’s hideaway meant they could spruce the boat up a little, adding a garden area to the roof. I’ll do a room tour soon

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Working as a chef wasn’t really doing it for Rhys, but it was paying the bils. However, reading the paper gave him an idea. There was a resort, Hobart’s Hideaway that was desperately in need of new management. It would be expensive but the reward would be immense.

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The injury list: Who’s struggling ahead of R4

Jacob Weitering in the hands of trainers during Carlton’s clash with Essendon

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Kyle Cheney Hamstring 2 weeks Ben Davis* Foot Season Cam Ellis-Yolmen* Knee Season Josh Jenkins Ribs 1 week Alex Keath Hamstring 3-5 weeks Mitch McGovern Hamstring TBC Paul Seedsman Groin TBC Scott Thompson Groin Test Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

McGovern faces a lengthy stint on the sidelines with a hamstring injury while Jenkins, who suffered a fractured rib against Hawthorn, is now a week-to-week proposition and has been ruled out against Essendon. Thompson will have to build match fitness in the SANFL after he was a late scratching last week. First-year forward Davis has had surgery to repair a stress fracture in his foot and has turned his focus to returning next season. Second-year defender Tom Doedee is set to play in the SANFL this weekend after recovering from a knee injury. – Lee Gaskin

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Allen Christensen Shoulder 1-2 weeks Darcy Gardiner Corked quad Test Rhys Mathieson Ankle 2-3 weeks Sam Skinner* Knee 6 weeks Reuben William Shoulder 2-3 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Gardiner copped a heavy cork against the Saints and hasn’t done much training yet. Christensen is the closest to a return and is hopeful of being available for round five, although the medical staff may be keen to hold him back another week. Mathieson’s ankle has progressed well and he should be back in NEAFL calculations in the next fortnight. – Michael Whiting

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Ciaran Byrne Knee June-July Daniel Gorringe Achilles 5 weeks Jed Lamb Knee 2 weeks Kym Lebois Quad 4 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Carlton expects Jacob Weitering (head) and Simon White (back) to be fit for Saturday night’s game against the Suns at Etihad Stadium. Weitering and White were injured in the Blues’ hard-fought win over Essendon. Charlie Curnow, a late withdrawal against the Bombers last Sunday because of a quad injury, is also expected to be available for selection. Rookie forward Lebois hurt his left quad at training last week and is expected to miss a month. – Howard Kotton

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Jordan De Goey         Hand/club-imposed suspension 3-4 weeks Tom Langdon   Knee 2-3 weeks Matt Scharenberg   Head Test Ben Sinclair* Hamstring 10-12 weeks Daniel Wells Calf Available Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

De Goey’s broken knuckle has healed and, pending a surgeon’s examination, will be free to play in the VFL as he serves a club-imposed three-match suspension for initially lying about how he sustained the injury. Scharenberg sat out the second half of the VFL practice match at the weekend after copping a knock to the head. Langdon has received a series of injections in his knee and the club hopes he will start training again shortly. Sinclair is still eyeing a return in the second half of the year. – Ben Collins

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Josh Green Hamstring Test Ben Howlett Hamstring 1 week Jayden Laverde Ankle 6-8 weeks David Myers* Finger 1 week Mason Redman Groin 1 week Jordan Ridley* Back 8-10 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Essendon looks more likely than not to have small forward Josh Green available after missing two games with a minor hamstring strain. The Bombers are generally pretty healthy, with Ben Howlett and David Myers set for one more week on the sidelines with their injuries. The club says Myers will be available in round five, but it seems most likely he will return via the VFL after finger surgery. Essendon had some sore and battered bodies out of its loss to Carlton on Sunday in the shocking conditions but says it had a “clean sheet” from the game in terms of genuine concerns. – Callum Twomey

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Michael Apeness   Knee 2-4 weeks Hayden Ballantyne   Hamstring  5-7 weeks Harley Bennell  Calf  8-10 weeks Zac Clarke*  Knee  TBA Brennan Cox Ankle Test Josh Deluca Groin 1-3 weeks Taylin Duman Ankle Test Ryan Nyhuis Shin Test Alex Pearce   Leg TBA Luke Ryan Hip 3-4 weeks Matthew Uebergang Hamstring TBA Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Harley Bennell has had another setback with his troublesome calf. Hayden Ballantyne has progressed into strength work and is on target to return as scheduled following hamstring surgery. Luke Ryan pulled up well from his first game in about nine months following an ankle issue. – Travis King

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Ryan Abbott Back 2 weeks Nakia Cockatoo Hand 2 weeks Corey Gregson* Foot 6-8 weeks George Horlin-Smith Fractured thumb 1 week Timm House Shoulder Test Jake Kolodjashnij Groin Test Scott Selwood Toe 1 week Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Tom Hawkins suffered a slight cork against Melbourne but will be right for Easter Monday while Horlin-Smith remains a slim chance of returning against Hawthorn. Selwood has said expects to return the week after Easter while Kolodjashnij is hopeful of playing his first game in the opening round of the VFL. – Peter Ryan

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Ben Ainsworth Corked quad Test Sam Day Hip Season Tom Nicholls Shoulder Test Michael Rischitelli Knee Indefinite David Swallow Corked quad Test Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Ainsworth was a match-eve scratching and should be fine to play this week. Swallow copped his cork late against the Hawks and should also be right to play the Blues. The lack of Suns on the injury list is something Rodney Eade hasn’t seen in his two-plus years at the club. – Michael Whiting

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Stephen Coniglio Ankle 3-4 weeks Brett Deledio Calf TBC Tom Downie* Illness Indefinite Ryan Griffen Ankle 8-10 weeks Tendai Mzungu Hamstring 10-12 weeks Will Setterfield Ankle 8-10 weeks Lachie Whitfield Suspended Round eight Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Griffen and Setterfield will be in a moon boot for at least a fortnight before they start their rehab, while Coniglio is making slow progress from the same injury, and looks at least another month away. Some better news for GWS is that Deledio could be ready to step up his training shortly, and de Boer is likely to play in the NEAFL if he can get through training this week. – Adam Curley

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Grant Birchall Fractured jaw 2-3 weeks Jonathon Ceglar* Knee Indefinite Kieran Lovell Shoulder Indefinite Jonathan O’Rourke Hamstring Test Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

O’Rourke, the No.2 draft pick in 2012, should return in the VFL for Box Hill on Saturday – pending a fitness test – and the midfielder may quickly come into senior contention. There were no new major injuries from the weekend, with Ryan Burton (back) and Paul Puopolo (hamstring) playing out the loss to the Gold Coast. – Marc McGowan

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Colin Garland* Knee Season Max Gawn Hamstring 12 weeks Michael Hibberd Achilles 1-2 weeks Jesse Hogan Suspended Round five Liam Hulett Hip flexor 2 weeks Mitch King* Knee 3 weeks Jordan Lewis Suspended Round six Pat McKenna Hamstring 6-8 weeks Joel Smith Shoulder 3-4 months Aaron vandenBerg Heel 4-6 weeks Bernie Vince Toe Test Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Experienced defender Vince had a minor procedure to fix a toenail that had to be removed during last week’s game against Geelong. The Demons are hopeful the veteran will be available for the clash with the Dockers. Gawn’s injury is clearly a major blow to the club’s finals hopes and he will be difficult to replace. In better news, ex-Don Hibberd will play in the opening round of the VFL against Williamstown on Easter Monday after overcoming a lingering Achilles issue. – Ben Guthrie

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Paul Ahern* Knee Season Majak Daw Concussion Test Ben Jacobs Foot 2 weeks Oscar Junker Broken tibia 8-10 weeks Jy Simpkin Corked thigh Test Jarrad Waite Shoulder 2-4 weeks Mason Wood Knee 2 weeks Sam Wright Ankle 2 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Thompson is available to strengthen the Roos’ defence after missing a week on a striking charge. Most interest will centre on Simpkin and Daw, to see if they can get up for the Good Friday match. Simpkin is more likely than Daw, who suffered concussion in a training mishap on game eve and didn’t travel to Hobart. North’s list could suddenly look a lot healthier in a fortnight’s time. – Marc McGowan

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Jack Hombsch Knee 2-3 weeks Angus Monfries Hamstring 3 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Hombsch is expected to start running this week, while Monfries could return for the Port Adelaide Magpies in the SANFL for their round three game against North Adelaide on April 22. Forward Aaron Young picked up a knock to his shoulder in the Showdown and will be monitored this week. – Lee Gaskin

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Nathan Broad* Shoulder 8-10 Shane Edwards Hip 2-4 weeks Jack Graham* Ankle Indefinite Ben Griffiths Concussion Test Shaun Hampson* Back Indefinite Ivan Maric Back Test Dustin Martin Fractured cheekbone Test Nick Vlastuin Concussion Test Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

The work Ben Griffiths is doing on the track would suggest he is ready to return from a concussion, with the Tigers’ clash against the Brisbane Lions coming 17 days after it was suffered. The Tigers are also optimistic Nick Vlastuin (concussion and a broken nose) will be cleared to play with an eight-day break. Edwards has had two weeks shave off his maximum return date since joining the rehab group one week ago. – Nathan Schmook

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

David Armitage Groin Test Nick Coughlan Foot 2 weeks Hugh Goddard Achilles Test Jack Steven Punctured lung TBC Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Jack Steven and David Armitage will be assessed at training this week. Armitage wasn’t far away from playing in last Sunday’s win against the Brisbane Lions so he would be disappointed to miss out again. – Dinny Navaratnam

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Isaac Heeney Glandular fever 1-2 weeks Alex Johnson* Knee Indefinite Jarrad McVeigh Calf 1-2 weeks Tom Papley Knee 1 week Dane Rampe Arm 6 weeks Dan Robinson Collarbone 5-7 weeks Gary Rohan Back/hamstring 1 week Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Kurt Tippett got through training on Tuesday and headed west to take on the Eagles with the rest of his teammates on Tuesday afternoon, in what is a huge boost for the Swans. Papley and Rohan are already in full training and probably could have played in the NEAFL this week if not for a club bye, while McVeigh and Heeney will join the main group this week, in the hope that they could be ready to play at some level in the next fortnight. The Swans could have all four back in the senior side by round six or seven if all goes to plan. In a good sign for Robinson, the midfielder has ditched his sling and was stationary kicking with teammates before training on Tuesday, as he recovers from shoulder surgery. – Adam Curley

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Matthew Allen Hamstring Test Tom Cole Quad Test Jack Darling Ankle Test Scott Lycett* Shoulder 6-8 weeks Nic Naitanui* Knee Late 2017 season Drew Petrie Hand 6-8 weeks Willie Rioli Hamstring 5-6 weeks Simon Tunbridge Knee Mid-late 2017 season Jake Waterman Foot 8 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

Nic Naitanui’s next month of rehabilitation will decide if he could return this season after the star ruckman was forced to pull back on his running workload due to knee soreness. In better news for the Eagles’ big men, Scott Lycett and Drew Petrie’s recovery times have shortened by about two weeks each. Small forward Willie Rioli has also had an extra week or so shaved off his comeback from hamstring tendon surgery. Tom Cole was stretching out in straight-line sprints on Monday in his bid to return via East Perth. – Travis King

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Kieran Collins Knee Test Stewart Crameri Hip Test Tory Dickson Abdominal 1-2 weeks Tim English Shin soreness Test Dale Morris Leg 6-7 weeks Liam Picken Concussion Test Jack Redpath Knee TBC Jordan Roughead Hamstring 5-6 weeks Roarke Smith Knee Season Mitch Wallis Broken leg 1-2 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 11

Early prognosis

The Dogs are confident Liam Picken will overcome concussion in time to face North Melbourne on Good Friday, but are less so on the fitness of Stewart Crameri. Draftee ruckman Tim English and second-year key defender Kieran Collins are both expected to play in Footscray’s VFL season opener on Friday. – Ryan Davidson

*Placed on the club’s long-term injury list

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UPDATE: The full injury list, round three

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Kyle Cheney Hamstring 2 weeks Ben Davis Foot Indefinite Tom Doedee Knee 1 week Cam Ellis-Yolmen* Knee Season Josh Jenkins Ribs 1 week Alex Keath Hamstring 4-6 weeks Paul Seedsman Groin TBC Scott Thompson Corked adductor Test Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Jenkins failed his fitness and will miss the Showdown with Port Adelaide on Saturday night. Crouch will return in the SANFL this weekend after injuring his hamstring for a third time in January. – Lee Gaskin

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Allen Christensen Shoulder 2-3 weeks Rhys Mathieson Ankle 2-4 weeks Sam Skinner* Knee 2 weeks Reuben William Shoulder 3-4 weeks Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

The Lions are in good shape after the weekend return of draftees Hugh McCluggage (ankle) and Alex Witherden (broken leg), along with Josh Schache (knee) and Marco Paparone (hamstring) through the NEAFL. Christensen is expected to start contact work this week and is hoping to be available by round five. – Michael Whiting

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Patrick Cripps Fractured jaw Test Daniel Gorringe Achilles 6 weeks Jed Lamb Knee 2 weeks Sam Rowe Concussion Test Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Patrick Cripps (fractured jaw) and Sam Rowe (concussion) trained on Thursday afternoon and will be given every opportunity to line up against Essendon on Sunday. There is good news for the Blues as ruckman Andrew Phillips and rookie small forward Kym Lebois will play in the VFL opening round match against Port Melbourne at North Port Oval on Saturday. Phillips missed the JLT Community Series after suffering a stress reaction in his left foot in January and is likely to play limited game-time against the Borough. Lebois played one pre-season game against Melbourne at Casey Fields and kicked a spectacular goal before succumbing to an ankle injury. – Howard Kotton

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Callum Brown Ankle Test Mason Cox Knee TBC Jordan De Goey Broken hand/suspended 4-5 weeks Jamie Elliott Ankle Test Levi Greenwood Hip Test Tom Langdon Knee and ankle 1-2 weeks Brayden Sier Hamstring tightness Test Ben Sinclair* Hamstring 6-8 weeks  Daniel Wells Calf 1-2 weeks Rupert Wills Quad Test Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Elliott will play in the VFL this week, while Greenwood will take on the Swans after making a rapid recovery from hip surgery. De Goey will still be sidelined for an extended period with a broken knuckle and a club-imposed three-match suspension for initially lying about how he sustained the injury. Ex-Roo Wells is closing in on a long-awaited debut for the Pies and could be ready for round four. Wills and Brown have recovered and could be available to play in the VFL. Mason Cox copped a knock to the knee late in a VFL practice match but played out the game. – Ben Collins

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Josh Green Hamstring 1-2 weeks Ben Howlett Hamstring 2-3 weeks Jayden Laverde Ankle 12 weeks David Myers* Finger 3-5 weeks Jordan Ridley* Back 12 weeks Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Essendon has added midfielder Ben Howlett to its injury list, although the hamstring strain he suffered in his return game against the Brisbane Lions last week was relatively minor as by Tuesday he was back running laps at the club. That aside, the Bombers remain in a good position with the health of their list. Ruck pair Matthew Leuenberger (hamstring) and Tom Bellchambers (knee) are available after recovering from their injuries, giving the Bombers close to a full side to select from. – Callum Twomey

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Michael Apeness   Knee 3-5 weeks Hayden Ballantyne   Hamstring  6-8 weeks Harley Bennell  Calf  TBA Zac Clarke*  Knee  TBA Josh Deluca Groin 2-4 weeks Taylin Duman Ankle 1 week Ryan Nyhuis Shin 2-3 weeks Alex Pearce   Leg TBA Matthew Uebergang Hamstring TBA Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Harley Bennell has had another setback with his troublesome calf. Hayden Ballantyne has progressed into strength work and is on target to return as scheduled following hamstring surgery. Luke Ryan pulled up well from his first game in about nine months following an ankle issue. – Travis King

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Ryan Abbott Back 2-3 weeks Nakia Cockatoo Hand 2-3 weeks Josh Cowan Managed 1 week Corey Gregson* Foot 8 weeks Cameron Guthrie Calf Test George Horlin-Smith Fractured thumb 1 week Timm House Shoulder Test Jake Kolodjashnij Groin Test Scott Selwood Toe Test Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Geelong has a bye in the VFL this week, which makes it likely Selwood and Kolodjashnij will be given an extra week before returning. House is yet to play a game in the blue and white hoops so the delay won’t hurt, while Guthrie has been selected to play against Melbourne. Zac Smith played well in the VFL last Saturday after being a late withdrawal from round one. – Peter Ryan

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Dan Currie Knee Test Sam Day Hip Season Mitch Hallahan Hamstring Test Tom Nicholls Shoulder Test Michael Rischitelli Knee Indefinite Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

One positive from the wreckage of Saturday’s loss to GWS was there were no new injuries. Hallahan and Currie are expected to be fine to play NEAFL this weekend, while Rischitelli’s rehabilitation from an ACL is still on track, completing some agility work on Tuesday. He is expected back sometime in May. – Michael Whiting

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Stephen Coniglio Ankle 4 weeks Matt de Boer Hamstring 1-2 weeks Brett Deledio Calf TBC Tom Downie* Illness Indefinite Tendai Mzungu Hamstring 10-12 weeks Jonathon Patton Hip Test Lachie Whitfield Suspended Round eight Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Patton, who has been battling a hip problem he picked up in round one, was named as an emergency for round three. Mzungu has commenced his long road back, but former Fremantle teammate Matt de Boer has been running strongly and should be back in the next fortnight. Coniglio could be fit to take on the Western Bulldogs in round six is his rehab goes well, while a return date for Deledio remains a mystery. – Adam Curley

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Grant Birchall Fractured jaw 4 weeks Jonathon Ceglar* Knee 12 weeks Kieran Lovell Shoulder Late season Jonathan O’Rourke Hamstring 1 week Liam Shiels Corked thigh Test Isaac Smith Corked thigh Test Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Birchall will miss a month with his jaw injury, but will be back running by the end of the week, while the club expects vice-captains Shiels and Smith to be available to play Gold Coast on Sunday despite their corkies against the Crows. Midfielder Jonathan O’Rourke is back doing ball work and will return at VFL level next week, however second-year midfielder Kieran Lovell has had surgery on an injured shoulder and won’t be back until later this year. The dreaded curse of the No.36 jumper at Hawthorn strikes again. – Ashley Browne

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Colin Garland* Knee Season Jesse Hogan Suspended Round five Jay Kennedy-Harris Arm Test Mitch King* Knee 3 weeks Michael Hibberd Achilles 1-2 weeks Liam Hulett Hip flexor 2 weeks Jordan Lewis Suspended Round six Pat McKenna Hamstring TBC Joel Smith Shoulder 3-4 months Aaron vandenBerg Heel 4-6 weeks Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Suspensions to Hogan and Lewis hurt immensely, but importantly for Melbourne it looks like getting a few players back from injury. Hibberd is tracking along nicely and could be ready to play next week, although he may need a game or two in the VFL for conditioning purposes. Hibberd played just one JLT Community Series game and missed the entire 2016 season due to a WADA-imposed suspension. Josh Wagner and Sam Frost played a half in the VFL at the weekend as they returned from a leg and toe injury respectively. – Ben Guthrie

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Paul Ahern* Knee Season Ben Jacobs Foot 3 weeks Oscar Junker Broken tibia 9-11 weeks Jy Simpkin Corked thigh 1 week Jarrad Waite Shoulder 3-5 weeks Mason Wood Knee 3 weeks Scott Thompson Suspension Round four Todd Goldstein Ankle Test Sam Wright Ankle 3 weeks Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Ben Brown (knee) and Majak Daw (ankle/knee) had scans on Monday, but are expected to play against Greater Western Sydney on Saturday. Todd Goldstein should also make the trip to Hobart after being a late withdrawal last round because of a training mishap. But Sam Wright failed to take his place in Werribee’s VFL practice match last Sunday and remains a week-to-week proposition. – Marc McGowan

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Jack Hombsch Knee 3-4 weeks Dougal Howard Knee Test Angus Monfries Hamstring 3 weeks Jasper Pittard Hamstring Test Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Key defender Jack Hombsch will miss up to a month after a medial ligament strain to his right knee against Fremantle last weekend. Pittard was named to play SANFL this week after missing the opening two games of the season. Hamish Hartlett regained his place in the side, while unlucky forward Angus Monfries will be sidelined for three weeks after injuring his hamstring at training last week. – Lee Gaskin

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Nathan Broad* Shoulder TBA Mabior Chol Concussion Test Shane Edwards Hip 3-6 weeks Jack Graham* Ankle Indefinite Ben Griffiths Concussion 1 week Shaun Hampson* Back Indefinite Dustin Martin Fractured cheekbone Test Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Dustin Martin will play with a minor undisplaced fracture to his right cheekbone, wearing a helmet if necessary. He trained on Thursday but avoided contact work earlier in the week. Chol was back in full training this week after suffering concussion in a VFL practice game. Edwards has joined the rehab group after injuring his hip late in last Thursday’s win against Collingwood. Hampson stepped up his training this week, joining the main group for the opening parts of Thursday’s session. Midfielder Dion Prestia has appeared to be managed but did more than he has in previous weeks in the lead-up to the West Coast clash. – Nathan Schmook

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

David Armitage Groin 1 week Nick Coughlan Foot 3 weeks Sean Dempster TBC TBC Hugh Goddard Achilles 1 week Ben Long Suspended Round three Nick Riewoldt Knee Test Jack Steven Punctured lung TBC Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Nick Riewoldt has been named to face the Brisbane Lions on Sunday, but David Armitage failed a fitness test on his injured groin. Jack Steven will miss at least a week after a punctured lung versus West Coast. – Dinny Navaratnam

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Isaac Heeney Glandular fever 2-3 weeks Alex Johnson* Knee Indefinite Jarrad McVeigh Calf 2 weeks Tom Papley* Knee/shin Test Dane Rampe Arm 7 weeks Dan Robinson Collarbone 5-8 weeks Gary Rohan* Back/hamstring 2 weeks Kurt Tippett Ankle 2 weeks Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Tippett won’t play Friday night and with a round four clash against West Coast on Thursday week, the Swans are hopeful he’ll be available, but the short turnaround might hurt him. Heeney and McVeigh are running well at training, but they’re looking at a round five comeback at the earliest. Rampe has his left arm in a sling for at least the next two weeks before he can start mobility and strength work, and looks set to miss almost two months of footy, while Papley and Rohan are back to full training and should be available to play at some level in the next 2-3 weeks. – Adam Curley

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Matthew Allen Hamstring 1 week Tom Cole Quad 1 week Scott Lycett* Shoulder 8-10 weeks Nic Naitanui* Knee Late 2017 season Drew Petrie Hand 10 weeks Willie Rioli Hamstring 6-8 weeks Simon Tunbridge Knee Mid-late 2017 season Jake Waterman Foot 8 weeks Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Eric Mackenzie was still on light duties at Monday training after being rested for round two due to knee and toe soreness, but he and Lewis Jetta – who played for East Perth after a glute scare – will be available this week. Scott Lycett is due to resume running shortly after undergoing surgery on his dislocated shoulder. The ruckman is about two months away for returning, as is goalsneak Willie Rioli, whose recovery timeframe has been pushed out slightly to six-to-eight weeks after hamstring tendon surgery. – Travis King

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Kieran Collins Knee 1 week Stewart Crameri Hip TBC Tim English Shin soreness 1 week Tory Dickson Abdominal 2-3 weeks Dale Morris Leg 6-8 weeks Josh Prudden Knee Available Jack Redpath Knee TBC Jordan Roughead Hamstring 4-5 weeks Roarke Smith Knee Season Mitch Wallis Broken leg 2-3 weeks Updated: Thursday, April 6

Track report

Stewart Crameri will miss the trip to Perth with a hip complaint. Tory Dickson and Mitch Wallis are at least a month away as they’ll both need a few games in the VFL to gain match fitness. Jordan Roughead’s return from a serious hamstring complaint has been slow and steady. First-year ruckman Tim English and key defender Kieran Collins are both expected to play in Footscray’s VFL season opener on April 14. – Ryan Davidson

*Placed on the club’s long-term injury list

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Riewoldt returns, two new Lions, Freo dumps six

• Riewoldt returns after missing just one match • Cats swap ruckmen for Demons clash • Gun defenders return for the Showdown 

St Kilda champion Nick Riewoldt has made a stunning recovery from what first appeared to be a serious knee injury, with the key forward set to face the Brisbane Lions at Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

Riewoldt has been named at centre-half forward in the Saints’ extended 25-man squad to take on the Lions just 12 days after his right knee buckled against Melbourne in round one.

While that injury prompted immediate fears he had suffered what could have been a career-ending injury, scans later cleared the former skipper of any structural damage.   

The Saints have also named ruckman Billy Longer, exciting draftee Ben Long and small forward Jack Sinclair in their squad, with star midfielder Jack Steven (punctured lung) the only omission at this stage.  

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The Lions are set to make at least three changes, with prized draftees Hugh McCluggage and Jarrod Berry in for their debut and young forward Josh Schache returning.

Ryan Bastinac and Ryan Harwood have been omitted, with midfielder Claye Beams and defender Liam Dawson included in the 25.

Collingwood has made two changes for its clash against Sydney, with midfielder James Aish and small forward Jarry Blair omitted.

Midfielder Levi Greenwood has been recalled just two weeks after hip surgery, with star Magpie Adam Treloar also named after intrigue this week surrounding his fitness with a shoulder concern.

Speedster Travis Varcoe returns after serving a one-week suspension.

The Swans have named debutant – their fifth of the year – Jordan Dawson, a second-year key forward from South Australia who will replace injured tall Kurt Tippett (ankle).

Ruckman Callum Sinclair and academy product Jordan Foote come into the 22, with Jeremy Laidler and Harry Cunningham omitted.

Fremantle has swung the axe, making six changes for the team to face the Western Bulldogs at Domain Stadium on Saturday.

Key defender Zac Dawson has been dropped for just the second time under coach Ross Lyon at Fremantle, with Danyle Pearce also paying the price for an 89-point loss to Port Adelaide.

Jon Griffin, Nick Suban and Cameron Sutcliffe have all been dropped as the Dockers look to the future, with young midfielder Darcy Tucker joining them.  

Lyon announced earlier on Thursday that draftee Griffin Logue and midfielder Harley Balic would make their debuts as the club turns to youth at 0-2.

The Dockers have also included Hayden Crozier, Tom Sheridan, Ethan Hughes and re-listed rookie Brady Grey.

The Bulldogs have made on change, with premiership forward Toby McLean replacing injured goalkicker Stewart Crameri (hip). 

Richmond has turned to tall Todd Elton for just his fifth game in six seasons to replace injured key forward Ben Griffiths (concussion) against West Coast at the MCG on Saturday.

Elton won the race for selection ahead of rookie pair Mabior Chol and Ivan Soldo, with Kamdyn McIntosh also recalled to replace Shane Edwards (hip).

The Eagles have dropped midfielder Dom Sheed, calling on wingman Lewis Jetta after one match relegated to the WAFL.

Port Adelaide and Adelaide have made one change each for Saturday night’s anticipated Showdown at Adelaide Oval.

The Power have lost defender Jack Homsch to a knee injury but welcome back midfielder Hamish Hartlett.

Adelaide has recalled defender Jake Lever but lost tall forward Josh Jenkins, who was taken to hospital in round two but later cleared of any structural damage to his ribs or internal organs.

Geelong has made four changes for its clash against Melbourne at Etihad Stadium on Saturday, with ruckman Zac Smith replacing Rhys Stanley after the Cats’ conceded ruck contests against North Melbourne in round two.

Cameron Guthrie also returns after missing the opening two matches with a calf injury, with rookie James Parsons in for his debut and Sam Menegola in for his first game of the season.

Stanley and Darcy Lang have been omitted, while round-two hero George Horlin-Smith has a hand injury and Josh Cowan is being ‘managed’.

With influential pair Jordan Lewis and Jesse Hogan suspended, the Demons have made one additional change, dropping young midfielder Angus Brayshaw.   

Half-back Bernie Vince returns from suspension, while Dean Kent and rookie tall Tom Smith, who is making his debut, earn their first chances for 2017.  

Greater Western Sydney has named an unchanged line-up to take on North Melbourne at Blundstone Arena on Saturday, choosing not to recall tall forward Jon Patton from a hip injury.

The Kangaroos regain gun ruckman Todd Goldstein and will also go in with big man Braydon Preuss to tackle influential Giants’ ruckman Shane Mumford. 

Young tall Sam Durdin has been named to make his debut, with veteran defender Scott Thompson (suspended) and Jy Simpkin (quad) making way.

Gold Coast and Hawthorn have each made at least one change ahead of Sunday’s clash at Metricon Stadium on Sunday, with the Suns dropping Callum Ah Chee.

Jarrod Harbrow, Brandon Matera, Jesse Lonergan and Brayden Fiorini have been included in their 25-man squad.  

The Hawks, who lost defender Grant Birchall to a jaw injury, have named all four inclusions – Brendon Whitecross, Kaiden Brand, Billy Hartung and James Sicily – on their seven-man bench.

Carlton has axed leadership member Dennis Armfield for Sunday’s clash against Essendon at the MCG, recalling midfielder Sam Kerridge, who has been named in the starting 18.

Potential inclusions Rhys Palmer, Tom Williamson and Harry McKay have been named on the extended bench, which will be trimmed on Friday afternoon.

Essendon has lost defender Michael Hartley (omitted) and midfielder Ben Howlett (hamstring), naming five potential inclusions.

Ruckman Matthew Leuenberger returns, with midfielder Heath Hocking and forward Mitch Brown also named in the starting 18.

Defender Matt Dea and former GWS forward James Stewart have been named on the seven-man bench.

Friday, April 7

Sydney v Collingwood at the SCG, 7.50pm AEST

SYDNEY In: C.Sinclair, J.Foote, J.Dawson  Out: K.Tippett (ankle), J.Laidler, H.Cunningham New: Jordan Dawson (Sturt)

COLLINGWOOD In: T.Varcoe, L.Greenwood  Out: J.Blair, J.Aish 

Saturday, April 8

North Melbourne v Greater Western Sydney at Blundstone Arena (Hobart), 1.45pm AEST

NORTH MELBOURNE In: T.Goldstein, S.Durdin  Out: S.Thompson (suspension), J.Simpkin (quad) New: Sam Durdin (West Adelaide)

GREATER WESTERN SYDNEY No changes

Richmond v West Coast at the MCG, 2.10pm AEST

RICHMOND In: T.Elton, K.McIntosh  Out: S.Edwards (hip), B.Griffiths (concussion)

WEST COAST In: L.Jetta  Out: D.Sheed

Geelong v Melbourne at Etihad Stadium, 4.35pm AEST

GEELONG In: Z.Smith, C.Guthrie, S.Menegola, J.Parsons  Out: R.Stanley, J.Cowan (managed), G.Horlin-Smith (hand), D.Lang  New: James Parsons (Eastern U18)

MELBOURNE In: B.Vince, D.Kent, T.Smith  Out: J.Lewis (suspension), J.Hogan (suspension), A.Brayshaw  New: Tim Smith (Casey VFL)

Port Adelaide v Adelaide at Adelaide Oval, 7.10pm ACST

PORT ADELAIDE In: H.Hartlett  Out: J.Hombsch (knee)

ADELAIDE In: J.Lever  Out: J.Jenkins (ribs) 

Fremantle v Western Bulldogs at Domain Stadium, 5.40pm AWST

FREMANTLE In: T.Sheridan, H.Crozier, B.Grey, H.Balic, E.Hughes, G.Logue  Out: Z.Dawson, D.Pearce, J.Griffin, N.Suban, C.Sutcliffe, D.Tucker  New: Harley Balic (Sandringham U18), Griffin Logue (Swan District)

WESTERN BULLDOGS In: T.McLean  Out: S.Crameri (hip)

Sunday, April 9

St Kilda v Brisbane Lions at Etihad Stadium, 1.10pm AEST

ST KILDA In: N.Riewoldt, B.Longer, B.Long, J.Sinclair  Out: J.Steven (punctured lung)  New: Ben Long (NT Thunder/Melbourne Grammar)

BRISBANE LIONS In: C.Beams, L.Dawson, J.Schache, J.Berry, H.McCluggage  Out: R.Bastinac, R.Harwood  New: Hugh McCluggage (North Ballarat U18), Jarrod Berry (North Ballarat U18)

Carlton v Essendon at the MCG, 3.20pm AEST

CARLTON In: R.Palmer, S.Kerridge, T.Williamson, H.McKay  Out: D.Armfield  New: Rhys Palmer (GWS), Tom Williamson (North Ballarat U18), Harry McKay (Gippsland U18)

ESSENDON In: M.Leuenberger, H.Hocking, M.Brown, M.Dea, J.Stewart  Out: B.Howlett (hamstring), M.Hartley  New: James Stewart (GWS)

Gold Coast v Hawthorn at Metricon Stadium, 4.40pm AEST

GOLD COAST In: J.Harbrow, B.Matera, J.Lonergan, B.Fiorini  Out: C.Ah Chee

HAWTHORN In: B.Whitecross, K.Brand, B.Hartung, J.Sicily  Out: G.Birchall (jaw)

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Brown and Daw fit to take on Giants

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NORTH Melbourne has received a boost ahead of Saturday’s clash with Greater Western Sydney, with Ben Brown and Majak Daw both passed fit to play.

Brown (knee) and Daw (ankle) had scans on Monday after pulling up sore from North’s one-point loss to Geelong.

But AFL.com.au understands both key forwards have escaped injury and are expected to be available to take on the Giants at Hobart’s Blundstone Arena.

North will also regain Todd Goldstein for Saturday’s game, with the ruckman overcoming the minor ankle injury that sidelined him against the Cats.

The Kangaroos will be without Scott Thompson against GWS, with the veteran defender accepting a one-week suspension on Tuesday for striking Patrick Dangerfield.

Ruckman Brayden Preuss will be available, however, after he accepted a $1000 fine for rough conduct against Jackson Thurlow, which could present the Roos with a selection dilemma.

Preuss was dropped after making his debut against West Coast in round one, but earned a reprieve when Goldstein was a late withdrawal from last Sunday’s loss to the Cats.

The former rookie dominated the ruck contests against Geelong, winning 46 hit-outs against a combined 21 from Rhys Stanley and Mark Blicavs, and also had 13 disposals, four marks and five tackles in a highly encouraging display.

With Goldstein returning, the Kangaroos will likely drop one of Preuss and Daw.

Daw (four contested marks and one goal) also performed well against Geelong and could get the nod over Preuss as the Roos’ support ruckman given he is a more natural forward.

Thompson’s suspension could open the door for Ed Vickers-Willis or Sam Durdin to debut against the Giants.

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The full injury list ahead of round three

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Kyle Cheney Hamstring 2 weeks Ben Davis Foot Indefinite Tom Doedee Knee 1 week Cam Ellis-Yolmen * Knee Season Josh Jenkins Ribs Test Alex Keath Hamstring 4-6 weeks Paul Seedsman Groin TBC Scott Thompson Corked adductor Test Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Jenkins will have a fitness test on his bruised ribs to see if he takes his spot in the side for the Showdown with Port Adelaide on Saturday night. Crouch will return in the SANFL this weekend after injuring his hamstring for a third time in January. – Lee Gaskin

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Allen Christensen Shoulder 2-3 weeks Rhys Mathieson Ankle 2-4 weeks Sam Skinner* Knee 2 weeks Reuben William Shoulder 3-4 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

The Lions are in good shape after the weekend return of draftees Hugh McCluggage (ankle) and Alex Witherden (broken leg), along with Josh Schache (knee) and Marco Paparone (hamstring) through the NEAFL. Christensen is expected to start contact work this week and is hoping to be available by round five. – Michael Whiting

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Patrick Cripps Fractured jaw Test Daniel Gorringe Achilles 6 weeks Jed Lamb Knee 2 weeks Sam Rowe Concussion Test Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Carlton remains hopeful Cripps can face the Bombers despite suffering a hairline fracture to his jaw in the clash with Jordan Lewis last Sunday. Cripps will be tested this week, as will key defender Sam Rowe, who was concussed after a strike from Jesse Hogan. Jed Lamb had scans on his knee last week and will miss two weeks. Daniel Gorringe injured his Achilles in the JLT Community Series and has not progressed as well as the Blues had hoped. After being sent to the AIS in Canberra for further assessment, he will be on the sidelines for another six weeks. – Howard Kotton

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Callum Brown Ankle Test Mason Cox Knee TBC Jordan De Goey Broken hand/suspended 4-5 weeks Jamie Elliott Ankle Test Levi Greenwood Hip Test Tom Langdon Knee and ankle 1-2 weeks Brayden Sier Hamstring tightness Test Ben Sinclair * Hamstring 6-8 weeks  Daniel Wells Calf 1-2 weeks Rupert Wills Quad Test Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Elliott hopes to be passed fit for the Pies’ clash with Sydney at the SCG on Friday night, while Greenwood could also be available after making a rapid recovery from hip surgery. De Goey will still be sidelined for an extended period with a broken knuckle and a club-imposed three-match suspension for initially lying about how he sustained the injury. Ex-Roo Wells is closing in on a long-awaited debut for the Pies and could be ready for round four. Wills and Brown have recovered and could be available to play in the VFL. Mason Cox copped a knock to the knee late in a VFL practice match but played out the game. – Ben Collins

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Josh Green Hamstring 1-2 weeks Ben Howlett Hamstring 2-3 weeks Jayden Laverde Ankle 12 weeks David Myers* Finger 3-5 weeks Jordan Ridley* Back 12 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Essendon has added midfielder Ben Howlett to its injury list, although the hamstring strain he suffered in his return game against the Brisbane Lions last week was relatively minor as by Tuesday he was back running laps at the club. That aside, the Bombers remain in a good position with the health of their list. Ruck pair Matthew Leuenberger (hamstring) and Tom Bellchambers (knee) are available after recovering from their injuries, giving the Bombers close to a full side to select from. – Callum Twomey

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Michael Apeness   Knee 3-5 weeks Hayden Ballantyne   Hamstring  6-8 weeks Harley Bennell  Calf  TBA Zac Clarke  Knee  TBA Josh Deluca Groin 2-4 weeks Taylin Duman Ankle 1 week Ryan Nyhuis Shin 2-3 weeks Alex Pearce   Leg TBA Matthew Uebergang Hamstring TBA Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Harley Bennell is expected to finally be back training with the main group this week after his long-running calf issues, which needed more treatment last week. Hayden Ballantyne has progressed into strength work and is on target to return as scheduled following hamstring surgery. Luke Ryan pulled up well from his first game in about nine months following an ankle issue. – Travis King

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Ryan Abbott Back 2-3 weeks Nakia Cockatoo Hand 2-3 weeks Corey Gregson* Foot 8 weeks Cameron Guthrie Calf Test Timm House Shoulder Test Jake Kolodjashnij Groin Test Scott Selwood Toe Test Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Geelong has a bye in the VFL this week, which makes it likely Selwood and Kolodjashnij will be given an extra week before returning. House is yet to play a game in the blue and white hoops so the delay won’t hurt, while Guthrie is a chance to play against Melbourne. Zac Smith played well in the VFL last Saturday after being a late withdrawal from round one. – Peter Ryan

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Dan Currie Knee Test Sam Day Hip Season Mitch Hallahan Hamstring Test Tom Nicholls Shoulder Test Michael Rischitelli Knee Indefinite Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

One positive from the wreckage of Saturday’s loss to GWS was there were no new injuries. Hallahan and Currie are expected to be fine to play NEAFL this weekend, while Rischitelli’s rehabilitation from an ACL is still on track, completing some agility work on Tuesday. He is expected back sometime in May. – Michael Whiting

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Stephen Coniglio Ankle 4 weeks Matt de Boer Hamstring 1-2 weeks Brett Deledio Calf TBC Tom Downie* Illness Indefinite Tendai Mzungu Hamstring 10-12 weeks Jonathon Patton Hip Test Lachie Whitfield Suspended Round eight Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Patton will have to get through training later this week to prove his fitness after being a late withdrawal last week, with the key forward battling a hip problem he picked up in round one. Mzungu has commenced his long road back, but former Fremantle teammate Matt de Boer has been running strongly and should be back in the next fortnight. Coniglio could be fit to take on the Western Bulldogs in round six is his rehab goes well, while a return date for Deledio remains a mystery. – Adam Curley

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Grant Birchall Fractured jaw 4 weeks Jonathon Ceglar* Knee 12 weeks Kieran Lovell Shoulder Late season Jonathan O’Rourke Hamstring 1 week Liam Shiels Corked thigh Test Isaac Smith Corked thigh Test Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Birchall will miss a month with his jaw injury, but will be back running by the end of the week, while the club expects vice-captains Shiels and Smith to be available to play Gold Coast on Sunday despite their corkies against the Crows. Midfielder Jonathan O’Rourke is back doing ball work and will return at VFL level next week, however second-year midfielder Kieran Lovell has had surgery on an injured shoulder and won’t be back until later this year. The dreaded curse of the No.36 jumper at Hawthorn strikes again. – Ashley Browne

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Colin Garland Knee Season Jesse Hogan Suspended Round five Jay Kennedy-Harris Arm Test Mitch King* Knee 3 weeks Michael Hibberd Achilles 1-2 weeks Liam Hulett Hip flexor 2 weeks Jordan Lewis Suspended Round six Pat McKenna Hamstring TBC Joel Smith Shoulder 3-4 months Aaron vandenBerg Heel 4-6 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Suspensions to Hogan and Lewis hurt immensely, but importantly for Melbourne it looks like getting a few players back from injury. Hibberd is tracking along nicely and could be ready to play next week, although he may need a game or two in the VFL for conditioning purposes. Hibberd played just one JLT Community Series game and missed the entire 2016 season due to a WADA-imposed suspension. Josh Wagner and Sam Frost played a half in the VFL at the weekend as they returned from a leg and toe injury respectively. – Ben Guthrie

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Paul Ahern* Knee Season Ben Jacobs Foot 1-3 weeks Oscar Junker Broken tibia 9-11 weeks Jarrad Waite Shoulder 3-5 weeks Mason Wood Hamstring 1-2 weeks Scott Thompson Suspension Round four Todd Goldstein Ankle Test Sam Wright Ankle TBC Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Ben Brown (knee) and Majak Daw (ankle/knee) had scans on Monday, but are expected to play against Greater Western Sydney on Saturday. Todd Goldstein should also make the trip to Hobart after being a late withdrawal last round because of a training mishap. But Sam Wright failed to take his place in Werribee’s VFL practice match last Sunday and remains a week-to-week proposition. – Marc McGowan

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Hamish Hartlett Illness Available Dougal Howard Knee Test Angus Monfries Hamstring 3 weeks Jasper Pittard Hamstring Test Updated: Monday, April 3

Early prognosis

Third in the Power’s best and fairest last year, Pittard could return for Saturday’s Showdown with Adelaide after missing the opening two games of the season. Hartlett is expected to regain his place in the side, while unlucky forward Angus Monfries will be sidelined for three weeks after injuring his hamstring at training last week.  – Lee Gaskin

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Shai Bolton Suspended Round five Mabior Chol Concussion Test Shane Edwards Hip 3-6 weeks Jack Graham* Ankle Indefinite Ben Griffiths Concussion TBC Shaun Hampson* Back Indefinite Dustin Martin Fractured cheekbone Test Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Dustin Martin is likely to play with a minor undisplaced fracture to his right cheekbone, wearing a helmet if necessary. He trained on Tuesday but avoided contact work. Chol is also likely to play after completing a full session on Tuesday five days after suffering concussion in a VFL practice game. Edwards has joined the rehab group after injuring his hip late in last Thursday’s win against Collingwood. Hampson is doing very little on the track at this stage with a chronic back injury. – Nathan Schmook

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

David Armitage Groin Test Nick Coughlan Foot 3 weeks Sean Dempster TBC TBC Hugh Goddard Achilles 1 week Ben Long Suspended Round three Nick Riewoldt Knee Test Jack Steven Punctured lung TBC Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Nick Riewoldt is unlikely to face the Brisbane Lions on Sunday but if he responds well to an increased training load, a return isn’t out of the question. However, he could be on the sidelines for a few more weeks yet. Jack Steven will miss at least a week after a punctured lung versus West Coast and David Armitage’s groin will be tested. – Dinny Navaratnam

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Isaac Heeney Glandular fever 2-3 weeks Alex Johnson* Knee Indefinite Jarrad McVeigh Calf 2 weeks Tom Papley* Knee/shin Test Dane Rampe Arm 7 weeks Dan Robinson Collarbone 5-8 weeks Gary Rohan* Back/hamstring 2 weeks Kurt Tippett Ankle 2 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Tippett won’t play Friday night and with a round four clash against West Coast on Thursday week, the Swans are hopeful he’ll be available, but the short turnaround might hurt him. Heeney and McVeigh are running well at training, but they’re looking at a round five comeback at the earliest. Rampe has his left arm in a sling for at least the next two weeks before he can start mobility and strength work, and looks set to miss almost two months of footy, while Papley and Rohan are back to full training and should be available to play at some level in the next 2-3 weeks. – Adam Curley

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Matthew Allen Hamstring 1 week Tom Cole Quad 1 week Scott Lycett* Shoulder 8-10 weeks Nic Naitanui* Knee Late 2017 season Drew Petrie Hand 10 weeks Willie Rioli Hamstring 6-8 weeks Simon Tunbridge Knee Mid-late 2017 season Jake Waterman Foot 8 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

Eric Mackenzie was still on light duties at Monday training after being rested for round two due to knee and toe soreness, but he and Lewis Jetta – who played for East Perth after a glute scare – will be available this week. Scott Lycett is due to resume running shortly after undergoing surgery on his dislocated shoulder. The ruckman is about two months away for returning, as is goalsneak Willie Rioli, whose recovery timeframe has been pushed out slightly to six-to-eight weeks after hamstring tendon surgery. – Travis King

Player

Injury

Estimated Return

Kieran Collins Knee 1 week Tim English Shin soreness 1 week Tory Dickson Abdominal 2-3 weeks Dale Morris Leg 6-8 weeks Josh Prudden Knee Available Jack Redpath Knee TBC Jordan Roughead Hamstring 4-5 weeks Roarke Smith Knee Season Mitch Wallis Broken leg 2-3 weeks Updated: Tuesday, April 4

Early prognosis

The Dogs escaped the thrilling win over Sydney unscathed, but they won’t be welcoming back any injured stars in the near future. Tory Dickson and Mitch Wallis are at least a month away as they’ll both need a few games in the VFL to gain match fitness. Jordan Roughead’s return from a serious hamstring complaint has been slow and steady. First-year ruckman Tim English and key defender Kieran Collins are both expected to play in Footscray’s VFL season opener on April 14. – Ryan Davidson

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