Mega footy gallery: Gisborne v Sandhurst
Gisborne and Sandhurst have produced the best match of the 2024 Bendigo league season. See all the pictures from the thriller.
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Eight to be enough for Bendigo league
Maryborough has endured another tough day on the field as moves to change leagues at the end of 2024 begin to intensify off the ground. Here is what we know.
Country footy wrap: Swan Reach suffering ends
The drought is over for Swan Reach after a tumultuous 2023 when it came unstuck with a major player points breach. Catch up on the latest country footy results.
‘Kept developing’: The keys to East Point’s stunning form
East Point coach Joe Carmody was on the other side of the world when his side lost in round one and they’ve now won eight straight. He speaks on “telling everyone” it’s him and the players standing up.
O&M powerhouse swoops on former Pie, Hawk as coach
Ovens & Murray clubs are shoring up coaching positions for 2025 and beyond with a former AFL player the latest addition to ranks. See who else is hunting for a coach.
Window closing on country footy player transfers
Maryborough’s woes could be about to deepen unless “exceptional circumstances” can be proven to keep a player lifeline going.
‘Integrity matters’: O&M makes call on Rovers-Magpies final
The latest Wang Derby between the Rovers and Magpies has attracted a huge crowd, so could a possible September meeting sway a 25-year league policy?
Fines frenzy for salary cap transgressions
Fines have replaced the loss of premiership points for country footy clubs caught in the crosshairs of a salary cap probe.
Injury blow to superboot, with century of goals in sight
There has been a major development in the race to be the first player to kick 100 goals in country footy in 2024.
Picture gallery: Holbrook v Rand-Walbundrie-Walla
See all the action from the Hume league showdown between Holbrook and Rand-Walbundrie-Walla.
Sport stopped following third death on the water
A national sporting body has issued a temporary stop on all races across the country after three competitors have died this year. But they plan on racing “as soon as possible”.
Meet the premiership pedigrees powering country footy clubs
Country footy clubs across the length and breadth of Victoria and southern NSW are getting the desired results from their first-year coaches, including former AFL star Ed Curnow at Lorne and sons of Hume premiership heroes Robbie Mackinlay and Cameron Jones.
‘Phenomenal’ Melton rise in honour of popular teammate
Melton produced one of the most impressive performances in club history to honour teammate Billy Sullivan, just days after his death. We go inside the emotional win decided after the siren.
‘Exciting news’: Kangaroo Flat prepares to hop into the future
Kangaroo Flat has addressed talk its future could be in a neighbouring competition with rival clubs already battling for survival. The president provides a run down on a future proofing meeting this week.
Star footballer stripped of milestone moment after mystery match call-off
The milestone 300th game of a much loved Waaia Bomber was overshadowed as a country footy game in northern Victoria was abandoned midway through the last quarter. Here is what we know.
Country footy: Draws, thrillers, upsets everywhere
Gippsland was home to shock results and tight finishes with the Murray league producing even more. See results from across the state.
Country clubs who have impressed this year
We’re at the halfway mark of the season in local footy and some teams have shined this year. We recognise those in our list of those who have impressed.
Wang derby an entree to rare finals showdown
Country footy rivalries don’t come much bigger than Wang Rovers and Wang Magpies who meet again on Sunday with plenty to play for.
Club unrest sparks Gippsland leagues meeting
Gippsland is bracing itself for more footy upheaval after leagues met this week to discuss future directions.
‘Never be done again’: Little league’s biggest moment
Fifty years ago the North Central stunned the country footy world with an against-the-odds interleague success.
How inspiring coach has helped lift Beaufort
There’s plenty to Crow about at Beaufort after the Central Highlands club ended its winless drought. The president opens up on the coach’s impact, two gun debutants and what lays ahead.
Merger name sorted by North Central rivals
Merger partners Wycheproof-Narraport and Nullawil have met for the first time since the decision to join forces in 2025. See what the merged team will be called.
‘Nothing is off the table’: Melton South on its future
A Ballarat league battler has admitted tough conversations could be needed about its future after another thumping loss on the weekend. Here’s what could be on the cards.
Around the grounds: Hume flag race heats up
The country footy season has ticked over the halfway mark and teams are starting to make their run at finals. See the latest.
Pic gallery: AFL father-son prospect shines on debut
All eyes on were on son a gun, Cody Walker, who made his debut in the Echuca-Shepparton match. See all the pictures.
AFL father-son prospect Cody Walker debuts for Echuca
Cody Walker boots two goals in impressive GV debut performance
No Comm Games but Ballarat scores another sporting coup
After losing the Commonwealth Games and the cycling Road Nationals, Ballarat is looking to bounce back and has just secured a major sporting event for next year.
Kouta’s army: Ballarat names squad for Interleague clash
Carlton legend Anthony Koutoufides will lead the Ballarat interleague team into battle against Hampden. He’s just named his squad of players.
Son of a gun to make senior country footy debut
At just 15 he is firmly in the eyes of recruiters at both Richmond and Carlton but this weekend Cody Walker, the son of former Blue Andrew, is preparing for another big milestone.
Flag contenders do battle in Wimmera league
Refreshed after a bye, Wimmera league premiership challengers Southern Mallee Thunder and Stawell do battle.
Thrillers and thrashings: See where they’re being played in 2024
An analysis of every country footy league in Victoria has revealed the top-10 most even and uneven competitions this year. We reveal where.
Country league set to make big decision on grand final
It’s home to an AFL-standard stadium yet one country league is considering playing its grand final at a rival venue. Here is what we know.
Country footy pic gallery: Drouin v Leongatha
All the action from the Drouin v Leongatha match on the King’s Birthday long weekend.
Victorian sport stars recognised in awards
International athletes and a doctor who has been in sport for more than five decades have been honoured at the latest Victoria Sport Awards. Check out the winners here.
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