Inside Portland’s drought breaking win
Portland broke through for its first win in 34 games on Saturday. And it was a performance which had heroes of yesteryear stunned by the ferociousness. Here’s how it played out.
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VFL stars heading bush for bye weekend
Country footy clubs are nervously awaiting what VFL-listed players they could have this weekend. See who’s in mix.
Country footy: Heppell returns for Leongatha, Wang Derby upset
Dyson Heppell has starred for Leongatha and new Wangaratta coach Jason Heatley enjoyed first-up success in Wang Derby.
Decision time: Moama on cusp of potential league move
It’s a big year for the Magpies as they embark on a fact finding mission to determine whether to stay in the Murray league or switch to Goulburn Valley or Bendigo. Find out which way the club is leaning.
‘Rock bottom’ to country footy’s best: How Echuca built its dynasty
A behemoth of country football has revealed the secrets to its rise from several years of missing finals to becoming arguably Victoria’s best side in the space of less than a decade.
Revealed: Motivation behind Hind’s country footy move
Darley will unveil its prized recruit in the opening match of the season against Melton. The former Bomber reveals why he’s chosen to play for the Devils.
‘Disappointing outcome’: Hampden round 1 venue change
A $8.4m upgrade of Hamilton’s Melville Oval won’t be ready for round 1 of the Hampden league, forcing the club to find a new venue.
Key pair sidelined for merged club debut match
Calder United begins life as a merged club with two on field leaders watching from the sidelines. See who.
Ranked: Country footy’s top 25 recruits for 2025
Recruiting has dominated country footy headlines all summer. See the top 25 players heading bush this season.
Close battle expected in the Gippsland league
Traralgon start the season as defending champions but it looks to be a close competition for the premiership this season. Check out our team by team preview of the season.
Can anyone stop Echuca in the GV league?
Echuca is chasing history this season in the Goulburn Valley league as other teams look to stop them. Check out our team-by-team preview ahead of the new season.
Footy club transfer window opens earlier
A flurry of activity in the country footy club transfer space last year has sparked some key changes. We break down what’s happened.
Will South Warrnambool return to the top again?
The Roosters are aiming for three premierships in a row while everyone else is looking to stop them. Check out our team by team guide for the Hampden league.
Named: Best footy teams from best leagues since 2000
The best teams from the best country footy leagues from the last 25 years have been picked. See who made the cut.
Country footy 2025: Premier, bolter, slider, b&f tips
The Weekly Times has made its calls on who we think will be the premiers, bolters, sliders and best and fairest winners in every league in Victoria and southern NSW. See our list.
Filo father-son, 1000-match milestone looms large
Premiership teammates together in 2007, father-son Derrick and Brodie Filo have country footy immortality in their sights.
Listed: Biggest moments in country footy for last 25 years
Country footy has had its fair share of controversies and headline grabbing moments since 2000. See the big ones still talked about.
Country footy is back as traditional rivalry resumes
Three leagues will get underway this weekend in country Victoria as local footy returns. We take a look at the matches set to be played this weekend.
Former Freo goalkicker returns to roots
An O&M team tipped to make a surge up the ladder has confirmed a big signing on eve of season.
Every Bendigo Pioneers boys player analysed
Potential father-son recruit Cody Walker headlines a squad full of experienced Pioneers. Check our analysis of every player.
Country footy powerhouse salary cap bust
A country footy heavyweight which was denied a hat-trick of flags in the grand final last year has been caught over the salary cap.
Successful country side enters recess
A country footy team who made the grand final two years ago and a preliminary final in 2024 will now not enter a senior team this season. Here is what we know.
Every Gippsland Power boys player analysed
From the next Duursma sibling to kids who have dominated country footy, meet this year’s Gippsland Power squad. See analysis of every boys player here.
‘I’m glad I was let go’: Essendon player reveals horror year
Delisted Bomber Nick Hind endured a traumatic end to his AFL days which included the alleged murder of his cousin, Hannah McGuire. Ahead of a special tribute this weekend, he opens up on how it affected his career.
‘Tight timeline’ for two footy leagues facing change
A single competition, divisions, mergers all on table for football-netball clubs in two leagues in northern Victoria. See the latest.
From the G to Bacchus Marsh: Another Lalor brother chases glory
Hot on the heels of his brother Sam lighting up the MCG for Richmond, another member of the Lalor family is chasing some glory of his own this weekend. Here’s how he can do it.
Famous name to lead South Mildura footy revival
The late Merv Neagle tasted premiership success in the Sunraysia country footy league in the early 2000s. Can his son do likewise?
Watch replays: Blaze too hot for improved Waves outfit
After an opening round draw, North East Blaze have made sure the points would be theirs to open their VNL account on Wednesday night. Watch the double-header REPLAYS here.
Country footy 2024 cellar dwellers on rise
Corowa-Rutherglen and Portland are poised to make a charge up the ladder, but talk of finals is premature by those at the helm.
‘Need to be careful’: Caution over Southern 80’s future
As the Southern 80 prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary, organisers have been forced to think laterally to raise vital funds to help “stay afloat”. Here’s a look at the stark reality they’re facing.
The Gippsland Power’s best team of the past 25 years revealed
A set of brothers, premiership stars and live-wire forwards headline the Gippsland Power’s greatest team since 2000. We reveal the best 23.
Every Greater Western Victoria boys player analysed
The Rebels had six players drafted in 2024 including the number one pick, Sam Lalor. We breakdown this year’s list who are hopeful of making their own mark. See every player profile.
Buninyong’s major milestone to be celebrated
Buninyong is one of the Central Highlands league’s oldest clubs. See what it has in store to mark a major anniversary.
In Hannah’s honour: Country footy clubs create memorial cup
Two Victorian country football/netball clubs, impacted by last year’s tragic death of Hannah McGuire, will this weekend play for a cup named in her honour.
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