Britain's High Commissioner to Australia defends Sir Kim Darroch, who resigned as British ambassador to the United States after criticisms he made about Donald Trump were leaked.

David Gallop hasn't distinguished himself during his tenure as FFA chief executive, but after announcing his upcoming resignation he cannot be blamed for all the ills of Australian football, writes Richard Hinds.

Humans and dogs have lived together for thousands of years, but we may be forgetting how to co-exist peacefully, writes Paul McGreevy.

The Titans and Sea Eagles lock horns at Robina. Later, the Knights host the Broncos and the Eels take on the Raiders. Follow all the live scores, stats and commentary.

The Eagles visit the Hawks to kick off AFL Saturday, then the Swans host the Suns, the Pies and North meet and finally Port Adelaide clashes with the Bulldogs in Adelaide. Follow all the stats, scores and commentary.