VAFA: Major winners from opening round
The opening round of the VAFA was filled with surprises. See the biggest winners from the rainy weekend here.
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New look Panthers impress on debut
Pascoe Vale was one of the most active EDFL clubs during the off-season and the Panthers are already seeing returns on their investments after a trio of recruits starred on debut.
New tactics spark Diggers’ big win
While it was Woodend-Hesket’s second game of the RDFNL season, Diggers Rest looked the better tuned team with a new tactic spreading the load.
Local Footy wrap: debut wins, miracle comebacks
Local footy kicked off in earnest on Saturday with plenty of big news from around the suburban grounds. Check out the major talking points here.
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Best snaps from weekend’s local footy action
We’ve put together our photopgrapher’s best snaps from the weekend’s local footy action from across Melbourne. Check out our gallery.
Former VFL player lands at Avondale Heights
The top-flight EDFL club has been boosted by a key signing after conquering the reigning premier in Round 4.
Former captain returns to top-flight club
WRFL Division 1 outfit Yarraville-Seddon has been bolstered by the return of big name, while coach Brad Julier assesses the Eagles start to the season.
Clubs respond to local league umps’ strike threat
A pay dispute in the Essendon District Football League has dramatically escalated as clubs weigh in.
East Keilor star recruit departs, Stewart fires on debut
Coach Pat Christofi explains why the EDFL club parted ways with a big-name signing and assesses Chris Stewart’s first-up performance.
Why Riddell is happy to be written off
Riddell is undefeated and sits second on the RDFL ladder after knocking off Diggers Rest and coach Justin Belleville is happy for his team to keep being written off.
How St Albans rebounded from forgettable start
After booting just three goals in Round 1, Sam Butler’s St Albans has scored three consecutive victories.
Coburg claims historic women’s win
After launching its inaugural women’s side last week, Coburg didn’t have to wait long for its first win, proving too good for men’s rival Frankston.
Maribyrnong Park breaks drought against EDFL rival
The young Lions defied all the odds to end a seven-match losing run against Premier Division powerhouse Aberfeldie.
Hadfield sharpshooter helps himself to 18 goals
One of Hadfield’s key recruits produced a standout display as his team scored a crushing 367-point win in EDFL Division 2.
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