Local footy wrap: 10-goal hauls, ex-AFL men dazzle
There were 10-goal hauls, while ex-AFL stars aplenty lifted their sides to crucial wins, and losing streaks were snapped emphatically. It’s all in our local footy wrap.
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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.
Why there is so much optimism for Sunshine Heights
Sunshine Heights is in a strong position for a surge in the second half of the season as it prepares to unleash its biggest recruit. See why there is so much optimism.
WATCH: Swanny’s contender for goal of the season
Dane Swan starred in his latest local footy guest appearance, kicking one of the goals of the season, in a performance which exceeded expectations. See the goal.
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VFL calls for prominent WFNL recruit
One of the Western Football Netball League’s biggest recruits of the off-season is returning to the VFL in a big blow for his local club.
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.
How new faces are making an impact for Braybrook
One recruit fell into Braybrook’s lap and the “athletic type” is already making his presence felt as the new look forward line begins to fire. Get an insight into the club’s start to the season.
How taking a step back future proofed local footy club
Before Christmas in 2024, North Sunshine was faced with a tough decision about where it would play in 2025. But taking a step back from senior footy may have a positive impact in the long-term. Here’s why.
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.
Inside the continued growth of Laverton
Laverton co-coach Tony Jofre can remember the days of picking the blokes “who lived across the road”. Now the Magpies on the path forward as he gives an insight into how they’re doing it.
Why ‘patient’ Caroline Springs is excited for 2025
Caroline Springs’ senior men’s team got on the board for the first time in 2025 as Brian Lake booted five while the women’s side continued its dominant form. Go inside the club’s “patient” approach.
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.
‘Long-term fix’: How Dogs are aiming to rebuild
Point Cook has one of the youngest lists in the Western Football Netball League this season. Coach Saade Ghazi opens up on guiding the club’s regeneration and the leaders playing an important role.
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