Named: The best Bendigo league young guns
Bendigo is full of talented young guns who have not only impressed this season but have also made their mark on the representative stage. See the best rising stars.
Country
New facilities ready for club hosting first grand final since 2000
Swifts Creek will get a home-ground boost as new changerooms are ready for a blockbuster clash and historic finals return.
2015 VAFA v Vic Country blockbuster: Where are they now?
A decade ago, the VAFA and country footy’s best players went head-to-head in a historic clash. But how many who took to the field are still playing? See where they are now.
Maryborough in limbo with no appeal rights after transfer snub
One of country Victoria’s oldest clubs left staring at another season in recess. See the reaction to its plight.
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‘Euphoric’ feeling: Inside Bunyip’s first win since 2022
A country footy club has broken through for its first win in almost three years and it sparked some wild celebrations. Here’s how it happened.
Ex-AFL players dominate as unbeaten sides stumble
It was a tough weekend for some premiership favourites as ex-AFL players shined in country footy alongside a social media star. Here are all the country footy talking points.
Local footy wrap: 10-goal hauls, ex-AFL men dazzle
There were 10-goal hauls, while ex-AFL stars aplenty lifted their sides to crucial wins, and losing streaks were snapped emphatically. It’s all in our local footy wrap.
‘Full steam ahead’: Broadford outlines plans for entry into Bendigo
Bendigo’s newest club has revealed when it could make its first major announcement and how it is planning on making the move in 2026.
Country footy club speaks out on misogynistic, sexual harassment claims
A country footy club in northwest Victoria rocked by allegations of sexual harassment and misogynistic behaviour earlier this week have spoken publicly for the first time.
Country club fearful for its future
A club in the state’s northwest concedes its playing days could be numbered after a report recommended the league it plays in shuts down. Here is current state of play.
Revealed: Adam Dowie’s greatest team
Adam Dowie is a legend of the Hampden league, guiding three teams to six premierships. He reveals the best team he’s coached including two AFL players who impressed him in the early and later stages of their careers.
Golden Rivers urged to be wound up at end of 2025
Long-awaited findings of a review in the Golden Rivers and Central Murray leagues have been handed down. See what happens next.
‘Could be the last’: Inside what might be ex-AFL gun’s final game
Former AFL number one pick Brett Deledio could be set to play his final game of footy this weekend when he pulls on the boots in a country game. He discusses the emotion of what’s ahead.
All-time classic finish ‘a great advertisement’ for Interleague: Lynch
In a final quarter spanning 38 minutes, the GDFNL and CDFNL threw everything at landing the final, winning blow. In the end, the finish was fitting of the occasion.
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