Leaders stand up to deliver for Melton again
Melton won their second premiership in three years and it was two leaders who were front and centre in guiding the team to success, which could now create a dynasty at the Bloods.
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Ex-AFL players coach teams to glory
Champions were crowned across the state in local footy with coaching guns helping their teams get to the top. Here is the wrap of all the grand final action from Saturday.
What the future looks like for Ballarat league
With Melton South departing, the Ballarat league has been left with 10 teams for the 2025 season but “future planning” means a replacement could be found for the Panthers.
Ballarat grand final shaping up as a thriller
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