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Shane Jones is a sports reporter for Leader, Herald Sun and CODE Sports, who has been covering sport around Australia for almost a decade. He was based in Bundaberg from 2015 until 2020, covering local sport for the NewsMail before making the move to Victoria in 2022 to cover country sport around the state.

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Country Footy

MELBOURNE, JULY 12, 2024: 2024 AFL PREMIERSHIP - Round 18 - Collingwood Magpies v Geelong Cats at the MCG. Geelong Cat Gary Rohan in action. Picture: Mark Stewart

The key factor in ex-Geelong star’s move to country footy club

Gary Rohan has made a decision on where he will play his footy next year after being delisted by Geelong. And his inspiration for the move was motivated by one thing.

Local Sport

Powercor Melbourne to Warrnambool Cycling Classic launch. ProVelo Founder and former rider Matt Wilson. Picture: David Caird

Star cyclist’s bid to save next gen of riders

A former national road cycling champion has been instrumental in creating a new series for up and coming Aussie riders. He fears what will happen if the venture fails.

Local Footy

Ouyen United's Dallas Willsmore remains calm under pressure in the match against Mildura in the Sunraysia league. Picture: Michael DiFabrizio

Why country club has launched late coaching search

While a club in the state’s north has only just advertised for a new senior coach, officials aren’t concerned about falling behind in 2025. Here’s why and the reasoning for the late search.

Local Footy

Ovens & Murray FNL, Round 1, Corowa Rutherglen Roos V Albury Tigers, at Corowa, Corowa Rutherglen , Picture Yuri Kouzmin

Inside the continued resurgence of Corowa Rutherglen

Corowa Rutherglen continues to make strong strides after returning from recess in 2024. We get an insight into the leadership on and off the field heading into next year.

Ballarat

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 14: Zac Fisher share an embrace with Bigoa Nyuon of the Kangaroos before the round five AFL match between Geelong Cats and North Melbourne Kangaroos at GMHBA Stadium, on April 14, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

Former AFL tall joins Ballarat league club

A recently delisted AFL key position player has found his new footballing home for next year. He reveals what impressed him about his new club.

Local Sport

Powercor Melbourne to Warrnambool Cycling Classic launch. 2024 Olympic Gold Medalist Conor Leahy and 2024 M2W winner Mark O'Brien looking to defend his title in 2025. Picture: David Caird

Olympic hero targets historic Melbourne to Warrnambool road race

Australia’s most prestigious one-day classic road cycling race is preparing a triumphant 2025 return with an Olympic gold medallist in contention for the major prize.

Crows

Revealed: Tex’s first foray into coaching

Adelaide star Taylor Walker is preparing for life after the Crows and one local footy club is set to reap the rewards as he joins their coaching panel.

Local Footy

Essendon Doutta Stars was one of almost 600 clubs to receive a grant from the AFL and Telstra in 2024. Picture: Supplied.

Millions on offer for local footy clubs

Grassroots footy clubs in search of much-needed funds have a perfect opportunity coming next week. Find out how you can apply.

Country Footy

Pat Allen. Sports & Manipulative Therapist. Donald.

‘Magic hands’: Clubs and community mourn therapist to AFL stars

A famed country medic who has treated the likes of Chris Judd, Brendan Fevola and Cam Mooney is being remembered as one of our great healers from the bush.

Ballarat

First look at how Ballarat league is shaping up for 2025

With the full Ballarat league fixture expected to be released next week, here’s what to expect. How many teams make finals? And what impact Melton South’s departure has.

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