Gillon McLachlan cannot recall a better grand final or experience of a day at the footy than the 2023 finale, his last as AFL chief executive.

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Speaking at Sunday's announcement of the three-year deal, AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan said there had been preliminary talks about how Norwood Parade can be utilised more should the Norwood venue be used again.

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