Ultimate NFNL Division 1 grand final preview
It’s the NFNL Division 1 grand final sequel but will it be The Godfather II or Speed II: Cruise Control? See the key match-ups, players to watch and analysis here.
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Tiger etches name in history with second Rosbrook
Heidelberg’s Lachie Wilson is a two-time Rosbrook Medallist after a thrilling count on Wednesday night, while Tahnysha Salanoa was crowned the top netballer.
Local footy grand final display attracts AFL interest
Eltham and Northern Bullants rising star Finnbar Maley tore his local footy grand final apart and his astronomical rise is attracting AFL interest.
Ranked: the top-40 players of NFNL Division 1
The NFNL Division 1 is awash with star players. The level of talent is among the best in local footy. So who makes the cut in our top-40 stars of 2023?
Finals exit costs Montmorency coach his job
Montmorency has made the decision to part ways with Jono Manzoney after one season following the club’s straight sets finals exit.
Creekers will be better for dirty day
Injury, ill-discipline and a red-hot Eltham made grand final day one to forget for Diamond Creek but coach Andrew Tranquilli is confident the club is well placed for a quick bounce back.
Bundoora demolition earns grand final rematch
It’s on again, Heidelberg and Bundoora in the NFNL Division 1 grand final. The Bulls booking their place with a preliminary final demolition.
Local footy wrap: Flag droughts broken, milestones marked
Clubs broke premiership droughts while some marked significant flag milestones – one even lifted a 37th cup. All the talking points from a bumper Saturday across the bush and the ‘burbs.
Panther perfect: Eltham ends 21-year flag drought
Eltham is going back to the top after claiming a drought-breaking premiership with a crushing win over Diamond Creek.
Your ultimate guide to local and country footy grand finals
It’s grand final day right across the state for a number of local footy competitions. Here’s all the games to look out for and the players who could make a difference.
Local footy league to trial four umpires in prelims
In what is likely a local footy first, a metro league will trial having four umpires in a game during preliminary finals with a view to next week’s grand finals.
North Heidelberg skipper rubbed out of finals
North Heidelberg will be without captain Kyle McDonald for Sunday’s preliminary final, and a possible grand final, after he was suspended for a high hit.
Ulimtate NFNL Division 2 grand final preview
Let’s get ready to rumble … heavyweights Eltham and Diamond Creek prepare for grand final battle. Check out the players to watch, key match-ups and our verdict.
Named: top 30 guns of NFNL Division 2
From top to bottom, the Northern league’s Division 2 competition is littered with outstanding players. Check out our top 30 guns of 2023.
Fear of irrelevancy driving Old Paradians move
Old Paradians has voted to leave the VAFA, citing player recruitment and retention as a major factor in wanting to join the Northern league.
How Mernda will heal the heartbreak
Mernda’s changerooms were as quiet as a graveyard after letting the NFNL Division 3 premiership slip but coach Rob Fletcher had only admiration for his players.
Old Eltham Collegians celebrate first premiership
After a club-saving move to the Northern league in 2019, Old Eltham Collegians celebrated its first premiership win as its reserves saluted.
Majak’s six sends North Heidelberg into prelim
North Heidelberg is “enjoying the ride” as marches into a NFNL Division 1 preliminary final, ending Montmorency’ season, behind Majak Daw’s six goals.
Dominant Creekers cruise into grand final
Diamond Creek is one win away from a drought-breaking premiership after defeating St Mary’s in the NFNL Division 2 preliminary final.
Heidelberg flexes on Bulls in statement showing
Reigning NFNL Division 1 premier Heidelberg will have a chance to defend its crown after a crushing win over arch-rival Bundoora in their semi-final.
Stunning late show delivers Laurimar historic premiership
Laurimar claimed its first senior premiership in club history, snatching victory from the jaws of defeat with a stunning late surge to break Mernda hearts.
Local footy wrap: cups won as drama impacts prelims
More than 10 teams celebrated grand final wins in metro and country footy as one footy final was stopped with a nasty injury. Check out all the talking points here.
Your ultimate local footy grand final guide
It’s grand final day right across the state for a number of local footy competitions. Here’s all the games to look out for and the players who could make a difference.
North Heidelberg tops Victorian footy fundraising
The “sincere generosity” of North Heidelberg players and supporters has seen the club lead the state in the Good for Footy fundraiser.
What’s next for departing Kinglake coach
Andrew Fairchild is proud of his achievements at Kinglake but believes its time for a new voice at the club and has set his sights on a new challenge.
Rival coaches analyse where 1v2 blockbuster will be won
Ahead of Saturday’s top-of-the-table blockbuster between Diamond Creek and Eltham, the opposing coaches have pinpointed each other’s strengths.
Player cops life ban after sickening strike
A northern league reserve grade player has been banned for life and could face criminal charges after allegedly elbowing another player in the head and knocking him out cold on Saturday.
Bugden calls early end to Thomastown tenure
Thomastown is on the look out for a new coach after Peter Bugden announced he’d be stepping down after just one year. He explains the decision here.
Junior club builds elite coaching panel
Junior football club Yarrambat has put together a star-studded local footy coaching panel and has partnered with AFL legend Brent Harvey’s training program.
What keeps Moorcroft coming back
Gary Moorcroft reveals what keeps him coming back to footy and dealing with abuse after bringing up a remarkable local footy milestone.
Collegians keep season alive in nail-biter
Old Eltham Collegians past month has been nothing but nail-biters, with the latest a thrilling win over the ladder-leader, to keep its finals hopes alive.
Heidelberg rampage sends ominous warning
Heidelberg sent a clear warning to its premiership rivals on Saturday with a powerful win over Bundoora in the NFNL Division 1 grand final rematch.
Big V out to return to the top at home
Victoria will field four teams, in girls and boys, at the upcoming national 15 and under school sport titles to be held in Ballarat next week. We profile all students set to compete for national glory.
Why Eltham needed to address ‘ridiculous’ rumours
Rumours of bankruptcy and salary cap rorting has forced Eltham to explain its unique player payment structure. See what the club had to say here.
Best snaps from weekend’s local footy action
Check out Leader Local Footy’s photographers’ best action shots from across the suburbs of Melbourne and start handing out those fines.
Reasons why Whittlesea coach stepped down
Whittlesea coach Wayne van der Ross has explained his reasons for stepping down from the job with five games remaining in the season.
Gilbert’s big day out for Lakers
Kinglake star Leigh Gilbert came close to matching his old mate Shane Harvey’s goalkicking exploits on Saturday with a monster haul.
Young guns lift West, blow finals race open
Heidelberg West cracked the NFNL Division 3 finals race wide open with a critical win over Old Eltham Collegians with a pair of young guns playing key roles.
Lloyd’s fireworks inspire Bundoora
Ex-AFL star Sam Lloyd was at his brilliant best to inspire Bundoora’s big win over NFNL Division 1 premiership rival Montmorency.
How Lower Plenty held on for first win
The relief was palpable as the siren sounded on Lower Plenty’s first win of the season. Coach Phil Plunkett gives an insight into what it meant.
Local footy wrap: Drought over as top teams make statement
Top teams faced each other and one country club ended a long winless streak. While some forwards had a day out with bags of goals. Here are 20 things from the Saturday’s action in local footy.
Mernda ends finals drought, eyes new goal
For the first time since 2014, Mernda will play senior finals, while its reserves, under-19s and women’s are also on track, in a remarkable season.
Local footy boom’s impact on grounds
Northern league clubs are training away and even playing away from home grounds as a huge increase in traffic takes a toll. How will it affect finals?
Panton Hill launches back into finals fight
After a disappointing loss and it’s finals hopes on the line, Panton Hill secured a vital win over Northcote Park to rejoin the battle for the top-five.
Unheralded Turtles stand tall in comeback win
A pair of unheralded Turtles stood tall as Old Eltham Collegians rallied for a come-from-behind win to strengthen its hold on a top-four spot.
Big moments that decided epic Mont-Heid draw
From clutch goals to match-saving defensive stands, these are the moments that proved crucial as Montmorency and Heidelberg played out an epic draw.
Revealed: Local footy’s best last minute moves
Some of the big names who secured last minute local footy moves last week could make their debuts or returns tomorrow. Here are the best moves.
North Heidelberg signals title intent
Jhye Baddeley-Kelly boots five goals to power North Heidelberg to a potentially season-defining win over Bundoora and back into the NFNL Division 1 top-five.
Lucente fires Watsonia to critical win
Watsonia is just a game outside the NFNL Division 2 top-five after James Lucente booted five majors to fire the Saints past top-five rival Panton Hill.
Laurimar victory ignites double chance battle
Laurimar leap-frogged Mernda with a commanding win on Saturday, setting the scene for a fierce battle for the double chance.
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