‘Chips’ in: ex-AFL star fires Devon to big win
A former AFL premiership star whose signing was kept “under wraps’’ has made a sledgehammer impact at Devon Meadows, firing off a big bag of goals in MPFNL Division 2.
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Hundreds of local footy clubs take a stand against violence
Clubs and players from across the state will come together to say no to violence on and off the field and support a foundation started after a footy player died from a coward punch nine years ago. More here.
‘Collaborative and strategic’: AFL Victoria unveils transfer shake-up
Local footy clubs looking for a new home from next season will have until the end of next month to lodge an application as part of AFL Vic’s stringent new transfer guidelines. Latest here.
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.
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‘The most we’ve been tested’: behind the Buds’ 4-0 start
Rosebud coach Danny Ades gives an insight into his side’s unbeaten start, while an ex-AFL player made a surprise appearance as Frankston YCW and Pines were involved in a night-time thriller in MPFNL Division 1.
‘Sensational’ goal as Seaford takes big scalp
The Tiger spirit was on full display as the men in yellow and black knocked off traditional rivals Chelsea — after a rousing talk from a former club champion.
‘A lot more reliable’: Dales out to clip Eagles’ wings in MPFNL blockbuster
The stakes are high as Somerville and Pearcedale battle to maintain their unbeaten status in a fascinating round of MPFNL Division 2 footy. Hear from coaches and see the key players.
Tom Hawkins stars on his return to country footy
Recently retired Geelong star Tom Hawkins starred on his return to country footy with Finley while other ex-AFL names made their mark in games across Victoria on Good Friday. See the wrap.
Burke stays positive amid Bulls belting
Karingal coach Nathan Burke says his side’s 169-point drubbing in MPFNL Division 2 was a stark reality check, but some heartwarming moments lifted the Bulls’ spirits.
‘He’s a star for us’: ex-AFL gun driving the Dales
Pearcedale is off to a flyer in MPFNL Division 2, with former Port Adelaide forward Brett Eddy slotting in as co-coach. He talks about his talented side, the ex-AFL player driving the Dales and “what’s possible this year’’.
Mt Eliza lose key player in hit to premiership defence
Mt Eliza has lost one of its leading players amid its 0-2 start to the MPFNL Division 1 season — and coach Rikki Johnston pinpoints the area in which the Redlegs have dropped off.
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.
Drama as Langy down Dromana in MPFNL thriller
A smother, a scoring blunder and a one-point thriller made for another drama-filled day at Langwarrin, while Pines’ nail-biting win over Mt Eliza had a coach making a big statement. It’s all in the MPFNL Division 1 wrap.
‘It hasn’t been a massive shock’: Seagulls temporary coaching rejig
Chelsea has begun the MPFNL Division 2 season with a different coaching set up, but it’s temporary. Go inside how it’s working…
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