Ex-AFL forward’s stunning return to local footy
A former AFL forward had a day out in front of goal with seven majors in his first senior appearance for his local while the 2015 number two pick impressed on debut. See our local footy talking points.
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Revealed: Local footy’s longest winning and losing streaks
The 2025 local footy season might only be a couple of weeks old, but the state’s longest winning and losing streaks continue to extend. See who takes top spot.
The weird and wonderful world of local footy injuries
One local footballer’s love life caught up with him in round 1 while a star ex-AFL recruit was injured on his way to the game. Plus, another ex-Eastern league gun on MAFS. It’s all in Quick Kicks.
Why there’s ‘no real ceiling’ on Williams’ Berwick
“Young and enthusiastic” and with some handy inclusions, Berwick coach Andrew Williams isn’t setting a limit on what his group could achieve this season in Eastern’s Premier Division.
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How Blues exorcised ‘old demons’ in season-opening thriller
On the ropes ticking into time-on, the Waverley Blues — led by a new coach — “found a way” amid the deja vu of last September, saluting in an opening-round Division 2 nail-biter on Saturday.
‘Mature’ Mustangs kickstart new era
Don’t let age fool you – the plucky, young Mustangs, aided by experience, fired to an 11-goal masterclass on Saturday in its Division 1 season-opener under a new coach. Here’s who starred.
Young gun’s ‘day out’ as Surrey meets Division 2 test
Promoted outfit Surrey Park found plenty out about Eastern’s Division 2 on Saturday as it survived a late opposition charge – with one of the league’s brightest young talents kicking a bag.
‘Rock-solid’ Scoresby flexes in Division 3 return
The enormity of the occasion didn’t faze the Magpies on Saturday, pitted against new-look Ferntree Gully flush with recruit Jaidyn Stephenson on a night two premiership flags were unfurled.
How Dockers dismantled Jets in Division 2 opener
Premiership pals turned adversaries on Saturday as two of Eastern Division 2’s fancied teams locked horns, with Templestowe making a statement against a rejuvenated Heathmont.
Bullants march home in nail-biting Eastern debut
Bulleen Templestowe has made it a debut to remember in the Eastern league, with the former VAFA club pinching victory from the jaws of defeat in Division 4 on Saturday.
Resurgent Lilydale ‘rapt’ after runner-up rout
The Falcons have opened their Eastern Division 2 season in style under a new coach, trouncing last year’s runner-up after a barren past two campaigns.
Saturday night wrap: Local footy back with a bang in bush and ‘burbs
The pulse beat again across Victoria with flags unfurled, bags kicked, statements made and scorching debuts from ex-AFL talents. Plenty of upsets, too. It’s all here in our wrap.
Named: 25 EFNL Division 1 players to watch in ‘25
Bursting with talent from rising stars, dynamic midfielders, ex-AFL names and more, we’ve listed 25 Eastern league Division 1 players to keep an eye on this season. See who made the cut.
Embattled Eastern club enters recess
A proud Eastern club will not take the field this season, with the league breaking its silence just days out from round one. Latest here.
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