Shelley Ware

This Christmas, it really is just about being there

Posted by Shelley Ware | Dec 2, 2020 | Other Stuff, Society |

Like we have for much of this wretched 2020, we need to remember this Christmas what is really important, says Shelley Ware.

Isn’t AFLW about providing pathways for women?

Posted by Shelley Ware | Nov 17, 2020 | Behind the News, Football |

Exactly how long will it take for women to be shown the necessary faith in appointing them to senior AFLW coaching positions? Why is the progress so slow, asks Shelley Ware.

Living life to the full again after lockdown

Posted by Shelley Ware | Nov 3, 2020 | Other Stuff, Society |

Melbourne is finally out of lockdown. And even just going about the business of normal living again was an emotional and joyous occasion, says Shelley Ware.

In special season, a whole squad should share success

Posted by Shelley Ware | Oct 20, 2020 | Behind the News, Football |

Particularly this year, it should be a whole premiership squad which receives medals for winning Saturday’s grand final, argues Shelley Ware.

Finals footy without the ‘G’? It just doesn’t feel right

Posted by Shelley Ware | Oct 6, 2020 | Other Stuff, Society |

It’s been a tough year for Victorian footy fans. And getting tougher with the big day of the grand final looming. Shelley Ware reports.

When the final siren blows on a whole career

Posted by Shelley Ware | Sep 22, 2020 | Behind the News, Football |

What happens now for AFL players who get delisted and for whom the dream is over? How do they move on? Shelley Ware investigates.

Why we’re taking a stand about online racism

Posted by Shelley Ware | Sep 8, 2020 | Other Stuff, Society |

Shelley Ware speaks passionately about her own experience of racism, its spread in the online world, and her attempt to help stamp it out.

Football fraternity unites to free the flag

Posted by Shelley Ware | Aug 25, 2020 | Other Stuff, Society |

The Aboriginal flag has become a controversial issue. But the rallying of the football world behind the “Free The Flag” campaign has been beautiful to watch, says Shelley Ware.

Blues true colours kick off important conversation

Posted by Shelley Ware | Aug 11, 2020 | Other Stuff, Society |

Why were the Blues wearing orange socks last weekend against West Coast? Shelley Ware explains.

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