expat - Sounds like the decision has been made but AFL HQ do not like clubs sharing the news in Grand Final week.
Expect an announcement Tuesday of next week.
DS - I wasnt quering her credentials at all, I agree with all of Shanes comments in the clubs decision to appoint.
If I was nominating or making myself available to be on a coaching appointment committee, then I would clear my diary to ensure I would be available at all the interviews.
That would be a non negotiable IMO..surely the actual interview stage is about 90% of the decision process??
Luke McPharlin lives in Broome but if he wasnt there, I would say the same thing..the token recently retired footballer...