Named: The leading performers from junior interleague carnival
Some of Victoria’s most promising junior footballers have gone head-to-head during the recent interleague carnival. See who stood out.
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Horror umpire abuse prompts new local footy rules, increased bans
A major Melbourne suburban football league is warning that umpires may refuse to officiate certain teams if a worrying pattern of poor behaviour continues. Read the details.
Why there could be so much to come from Aberfeldie
Aberfeldie has been decimated by injuries in the first half of the EDFL season but the building form of a key big man might be a sign of what’s to come for the rest of 2025.
‘Why isn’t he facing charges?’: Anti-violence group’s anger over footy hit
The father of a teenager killed by a coward punch has expressed his anger after video emerged of a behind-the-play incident in local footy. See the footage.
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Where to watch local footy on the King’s Birthday weekend
While some leagues might take a break this weekend, there’s still plenty of local footy action to watch across the weekend. Here’s where you can watch the big guns.
‘See you after the game’: Local footballer facing life ban
A local footballer from Melbourne’s north is set to be deregistered after threatening an umpire during a game last weekend.
EDFL grand finalist makes coaching switch
An Essendon District league club has been forced into a coaching change after just seven games with the outgoing mentor chasing a new opportunity elsewhere.
Wild comebacks, wins after the siren and ex-AFL stars headline local footy
It was another dramatic day of local footy with stunning comebacks and ex-AFL players dominating. Here are all the talking points from Saturday’s action.
Ranked: Melbourne footy’s top dynasties since 2000
Suburban footy has featured dominant teams who have enduring legacies in their local competitions. Now we’ve ranked the top-25 era-defining teams from the first quarter of the century.
How ex-AFL names are leading Strathmore’s new generation
Strathmore has made a near perfect start to the season after an off-season of major changes. Coach Nick Ash talks through turning to youth and the ex-AFL players making a difference.
How Westmeadows are learning to deal with new expectations
Westmeadows are behind where most people expected them to be after the opening six games of the seasons. Coach Ash Flavel opens up on the different pressure and why the best is ahead of his side.
How Moonee Valley brought its 2025 to life
Moonee Valley looked down and out against St Albans but the Fog have sparked new life into their season with a key group winning major plaudits. See all the talking points from EDFL Division 1.
Local footy wrap: Upsets, statements, routs galore
Some sent resounding messages to their premiership rivals, others pulled off the unlikeliest of victories, while one team shot past 30 goals. It’s all here in our Saturday night wrap.
‘Lucky to still be here’: Footballer’s on-field near death experience
A suburban footballer from Melbourne’s north who went into cardiac arrest on the field has spoken of the heroes who saved his life and issued a reminder to all sporting clubs.
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