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AFLW R6 preview: Hawthorn faces North Melbourne, Brisbane seeks redemption

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

AFLW R6 preview: Hawthorn faces North Melbourne, Brisbane seeks redemption
Summary

Hawthorn and North Melbourne meet in Cairns on September 18 as the AFLW finals race intensifies. North Melbourne, with a 5-0 record, aims to maintain its winning streak against an injury-ridden Hawthorn side missing key players Emily Bates and Laura Stone. Meanwhile, Brisbane looks to bounce back after a surprising loss to West Coast when they host Adelaide at Brighton Homes Arena. Collingwood, still seeking its first win of the season, faces Geelong, who is positioned to contend for a top-four finish.

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  • •Hawthorn plays North Melbourne on September 18 in Cairns.
  • •Hawthorn's Bates and Stone are sidelined due to injuries.
  • •North Melbourne remains unbeaten with a 5-0 record.
  • •Brisbane hosts Adelaide after a recent loss to West Coast.
  • •Collingwood seeks its first win against Geelong on September 19.
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It's Hawthorn's turn to try break the North Melbourne stranglehold, while a number of finals hopefuls face defining tests

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