Fremantle seek Wharfie Time approval for AFL grand final

Summarised from 2 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 22 Sept, 22:33

Fremantle have applied to use 'Wharfie Time' in the AFL grand final against Brisbane.

Fremantle legend Shaun McManus supports the request, seeing no reason why 'Wharfie Time' should not be allowed. However, the AFL are set to reject the application. AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon has provided an update on the decision.

How it is being reported

• AFL Grand Final 2026: Chief executive Andrew Dillon reveals latest on Fremantle Dockers’ ‘Wharfie Time’The West Australian · 22 Sept, 09:03
• AFL set to deny Fremantle's Wharfie Time GF pitchPerth Now · 21 Sept, 18:36
• AFL set to deny Fremantle's Wharfie Time GF pitchThe West Australian · 21 Sept, 18:36
• Fremantle Dockers apply for grand final Wharfie Time and compare it to Brisbane Lions goal songsThe West Australian · 21 Sept, 13:03

In this story: Fremantle Dockers · Brisbane Lions · Shaun McManus · Andrew Dillon · AFL · MCG

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