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The Australian Football League is under fire for a $300,000 fund aimed at increasing Indigenous participation, with critics deeming it insignificant given the decline in Indigenous players from 87 in 2020 to 62 in 2026. The leagues goal of 89 players by 2030 is seen as unrealistic without substantial financial commitment. The issue is systemic, with experts pointing to lack of cultural understanding, reliance on private school recruitment, and shorter career longevity for Indigenous players. The community reacts sharply, with many calling the funding insulting and suggesting a need for at least $3 million. Theres also a push for more Indigenous voices in decision-making roles, with high-profile figures leaving advisory roles due to feeling ignored and under-resourced. The league faces pressure to prove this is more than a PR move, with the clock ticking on their 2030 targets.

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