— AFL average wage to increase from $387,000 to $519,000 by 2027. Men’s players will be backpaid for the 2023 season and receive an instant 10 per cent boost.
— Clubs to play 11 AFLW home and away games in 2024 then increasing to as many as 14 by 2027, depending on certain metrics— More five-day breaks in the AFL competition to accommodate more fixture flexibility— The eventual introduction of a mid-season trade period, with discussions ongoingSource: Getty Imagesreporter Damian Barrett said the AFLPA in past years had been hesitant around increasing contract lengths for draftees.
“The new CBA provides certainty to the players for both competitions, it recognises their impact and contribution in continuing to make sure we have the greatest game in the world,” McLachlan said.