Alastair Clarkson has spoken for the first time since the AFL released the ‘terms of reference’ for the Hawthorn investigation. In our full report tonight at 6.00, Clarkson also details what comes next as November 1 looms.

Alastair Clarkson on the fight to clear his name, plus his looming return to North Melbourne:

Tonight on 9News Melbourne - Nick Daicos reveals his big plans to build on a stellar debut season and how he's using Collingwood's prelim heartbreak as fuel.

Tonight on 9News Melbourne: Ollie Henry opens up on his move to Geelong. Plus his message for Pies fans.

Ollie Henry has been training with brother Jack excited about what lies ahead in Geelong He knows there might be a bit of stick coming from Pies fans, but hopes they can understand.

Tonight on 9News Melbourne: With a special milestone looming for St Kilda FC, a host of Saints favourites have checked in at Moorabbin. We speak to Max King about: - Creating history - Ross Lyon - And, of course, goalkicking…

Plenty to discuss with Max King… and how good is Ross Smith looking!

Tonight on 9News Melbourne: Fresh from re-signing, a trimmed down Sam Draper opens up on his bid to become the best ruckman in the game.

Essendon cult hero Sam Draper has boldly revealed his plan to challenge Max Gawn as the number one ruckman in the game. The 24-year-old returned to training today trimmer and even more determined after re-signing. @ayrtonwoolley #9News

9News Melbourne Ayrton Woolley If he keeps improving, Captain material for mine. Players love playing with him and has that drive and oomph that I love. #hasacrack

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Was fortunate enough to spend time behind the scenes at Essendon last week, with nothing off limits. Here are some of my observations, including detail on Brad Scott’s philosophy, how Zach Merrett was appointed, Jake Stringer’s fitness and more.

How the Dons picked their leader and what they believe has changed after another tumultuous period for the club:

"If I was Jason Horne-Francis, I would have left North Melbourne too" Wayne Carey Ayrton Woolley listen to the full episode on Spotify - Truth Hurts Podcast

A lot of fun to sit down with two of the great rivals of the ‘90s. Jako in fine form as we relive those epic battles. open.spotify.com/episode/7sdt4t…

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