Ivanhoe ‘rides the storm’ before breaking Mustangs
Reservoir unveiled a number of its big off-season recruits but Ivanhoe crashed the party with a dominant second half setting up a thumping win.
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Pannam inspires Panton Hill in injury return
In his first game since Round 1 last year, Jason Pannam’s five-goal haul inspired Panton Hill to a come-from-behind win over Thomastown – it’s first since 2013.
After-the-siren agony, ecstasy for Eltham, Bundoora
After a difficult week in which it mourned the passing of a young player, Eltham held on for a relieving win following a kick after the siren.
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.
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Why the buzz is back at Fitzroy Stars
31 for 31: Fitzroy Stars aren’t shying away from their ambition of winning a premiership and after coming so close last year and successful off-season, there’s plenty of buzz.
Deeper Northcote Park ready for finals run
31 for 31: After an injury crisis last year, Northcote Park has significantly improved its depth, including a clutch of Echuca recruits, and is confident of a finals charge in 2025.
NFNL big calls: is everyone playing for second?
SEASON PREVIEW: Can anyone stand up to the might of Heidelberg in NFNL Division 1? Who are the top premiership contenders in Division 2 and 3?
The little gains to take Hurstbridge to next level
31 for 31: Hurstbridge is confident some impressive recruits and small tweaks can help take the club from back-to-back elimination finals to premiership contention.
Jealously fuelling Kilmore’s pre-season
31 for 31: A handful of “A-Grade type” recruits, including a VFL talent and a tinge of jealousy is fuelling Kilmore’s ambition to play finals in 2025.
McEvoy to lead Bundoora’s new era
31 for 31: Bundoora’s reset will have a new leader with Peter McEvoy, former Coburg VFL skipper, named captain and two young guns will be under his wing.
What Panton Hill needs to challenge for finals
31 for 31: With a stable playing group and a consistent style, Panton Hill believes now is the time for the club to challenge for NFNL Division 2 finals.
Eddie Betts set for local footy comeback
AFL great Eddie Betts will pull on the boots at local footy level this season but this isn’t just a one-off guest appearance. See where he’ll be playing.
Why I chose Epping: Macaffer
Boom Epping recruit Brent Macaffer sits down with local footy insider Darin Compt to discuss his big off-season move, Collingwood, knees and what the future holds.
Reservoir expectations for big-name recruits
31 for 31: Reservoir made a recruiting splash as it looks to end its easybeat status in NFNL Division 3, brining in several high-profile names. So what do the Mustangs expect of themselves?
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