Razor Ray set to make umpiring return
The AFL’s most well known umpire of the modern era is coming out of retirement this weekend to officiate a local footy game in Melbourne’s west.
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How ‘remarkable’ Devils got off to hot WFNL start
Two seasons ago, North Footscray had players doubling up to fill the senior and reserve grades. In 2025, the club has three sides and about 70 players. We go inside the revitalisation of the Devils.
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.
Key players, your side’s hopes: Your WFNL Division 1 preview
The WFNL Division 1 season is here and we’ve broken down every club’s hopes. See all the new faces, the exits, the players set to shape their side’s season and our verdict.
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Another ex-AFL name on the way to WFNL
A second ex-AFL name has signed for a Western Football League club in the space of less than a week in a move which bolsters a side which reached a grand final just two years ago.
Inside the WFNL’s interleague return
The Western Football Netball League will return play interleague for the first time since 2019 next year. The boss reveals why he’s confident the very best will feature and the purpose it will serve.
Brownlow medallist’s new role with local footy club
Tony Liberatore has jumped on board with a local footy club in Melbourne’s west in a new role. Here’s what he’ll do and why he’s having an immediate impact.
Package of recruits set to lift Dragons
Sunshine Heights have produced arguably the best off-season of any WFNL Division 2 club with a package of recruits. Here’s how it played out.
Tragic deaths, refugee escape that has shaped Cats VFL hopeful
Born in a refugee camp Ajang Kuol mun has faced tragedy and struggle throughout his life. After a breakout season, he finds himself in the VFL frame. He shares his incredible story.
Millions on offer for local footy clubs
Grassroots footy clubs in search of much-needed funds have a perfect opportunity coming next week. Find out how you can apply.
‘Hard to see your dad like that’: Community rallies for sporting stalwart
Six weeks on from his pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Michael Johnstone’s family and friends are still coming to grips with the battle he faces. Yet, they are preparing to put emotion to one side to raise awareness about the “insidious” disease.
Named: Melbourne local footy’s most influential movers and shakers
Local footy is the heartbeat of the game but it requires countless hours of expertise and dedication from thousands of people. Here are those who are having the biggest impact on the grassroots.
Ranked: The top 70 local footy clubs of 2024
After a stunning year of local footy we’ve ranked our top 70 clubs as the best in Melbourne. Did we get it right? See who we say is number one and lodge your own vote.
Is this Melbourne’s most active local footy club?
A WFNL club has made a blistering start to the off-season with a large number of signings to boost its finals hopes for next season. And it might be hard to find a busier club.
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