Murray league country footy club caught in major salary cap bust
A northern Victorian club has been punished after exceeding its salary cap by more than $54,000 last season. See all the details.
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How Pyramid Hill landed Daniels for drought breaking pursuit
Pyramid Hill has one of country’s longest footy droughts and it has received a boost in its bid to go one step further in 2025 with the brother of a NBA rising star finally joining the club.
Major country footy leagues targeting co-ordinated approach
A push is underway to have Victoria’s premier country football leagues have equal salary caps and player points systems.
Health scare for North Melbourne star puts footy on hold
A former AFL hero who starred in local footy says he’s hopeful of coming back despite suffering a major health scare in the pre-season.
All the photos from the Head of the Lake
Loreto College and Ballarat Clarendon College won the Head of the Lake in Division 1 as others shined in the water. Here is a gallery of the day.
Loreto College returns to the top in Head of Lake
The Ballarat Clarendon College run of dominance is over in women’s Division 1 open after Loretto College prevailed for the first time since 2020. But it was not all bad news for the rowing powerhouse, who won the men’s event. Check out the day’s action here.
Goulburn Valley league to have new look interleague coaching panel
One of the coaches who guided GV to interleague success for the first time in 14 years last year won’t return this in 2025. He outlines the reasons why and his motivation to stay around the team in another capacity.
Major injury blow to star Sunraysia goalkicker
Wentworth’s chances of going one better in the Sunraysia league this season have been dealt a massive blow. See why.
Clarko’s marathon mission for fallen mate
Ongoing grief over the loss of a former schoolmate to suicide has prompted North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson to run to extraordinary lengths in a unique marathon effort.
Head of the Lake organisers forced into race changes
Ballarat’s famous Head of the Lake rowing event has run aground before boats even hit the water. Days out from the 2025 race organisers have been forced into a reschedule. Here’s why.
New coach locked in for blockbuster interleague clash
The O&M’s search for a new interleague coach has ended. See who has taken on the job done by Damian Sexton for last three years.
GWS names O&M stars in line for VFL call ups
GWS has taken the next step in establishing its Albury hub with the announcement of players in line for VFL selection. See who’s in contention.
Golden Square sets the record straight on off-season rumours
Golden Square’s off-season has been plagued by rumours about its coach’s future and whether some players would stay onboard. The club address the talk.
Gender footy wars tearing town apart
A volatile break-up between a women’s footy team and their century-old club is threatening to split a country town and looks headed for a costly battle in the courts.
Country club under investigation for salary cap breach
One of country footy’s most dominant clubs of the last 15 years has revealed it is being investigated for possible salary cap “anomalies”. Here’s what we know.
Country Week grand finals decided in thrilling circumstances
Melbourne Country Week drew to a close on Friday afternoon and there was a series of stunning grand finals including one which went down to the final. Here’s how they played out.
‘Will just play’: Castlemaine plans for ex-Maryborough coach
Castlemaine has high hopes for Coby Perry without the responsibility of leadership roles after a tough time at Maryborough.
Have your say: The top 100 country netballers of 2024
We’ve picked out the best of the best, now it’s time for you to have your say. Vote for the best country netballers of the 2024 season.
Son of a footy gun joins Sea Lake-Nandaly
The North Central premiers of the past two seasons could be even stronger as they eye a third successive flag.
Ex-WAFL players sign at country club
A country club determined to make amends after missing finals for the first time in more than 20 years has gone on a recruiting spree landing a quartet of ex-WAFL players.
Salary cap, player points on country footy leagues’ agenda
The presidents of Victoria’s big country football leagues are heading to Bendigo to discuss the burning issues facing the game.
Norm Smith Medallist’s remarkable sporting switch
A dual AFL premiership star is pursuing a new sporting love and an event this weekend in Victoria might be his toughest challenge yet.
Ballarat young gun and Australian 100m sprint star wins Ballarat Gift
Ballarat’s Nyajima Jock continued a dream summer, claiming her first women’s Ballarat Gift with Tasmania’s Jack Hale winning the men. Here is a wrap of the day from City Oval.
Balranald’s ‘massive fish’ halts exodus
Balranald is pulling out all stops to remain one of the top teams in the Central Murray league. See the big name recruited by the small club.
Decker chases Melbourne to Warrnambool history
Tim Decker claimed the Melbourne to Warrnambool in 2007 as a rider but this weekend will chase victory in a different role. Here’s how he could create a slice of history with rising stars to lead the way.
Powerhouse clubs sign up for Gather Round on Murray
Yarrawonga is hosting its inaugural football-netball Gather Round event next month. See which clubs have committed to playing.
GV powerhouse’s extra challenge for record fourth flag tilt
Echuca’s home ground is regarded as a fortress. See what arrangements are in place for the power club with a major redevelopment starting this season.
Calder United historic first game venue locked in
Calder United has confirmed arrangements for early home matches in the North Central league this year. See where the club be playing in round 1.
Giant leap into country footy stronghold
GWS Giants are making a foray into the Ovens & Murray region with opportunities for players and also fans. See what’s about to happen.
Will we see salary cap and player points changes in 2026?
Player points and the salary cap are among the hottest topics in country footy, and AFL Vic has spent the off-season seeking feedback from clubs on the matters.
Sexton stands down from O&M role
A passionate advocate of representative football is stepping down after three years in charge of one of the state’s strongest leagues.
Former Hawk becomes a Rooster
The Ballarat league will be bolstered in 2025 with another ex-AFL player to join the competition. Here is what we know.
Tom Hawkins’ local footy return nears
Geelong superstar Tom Hawkins has confirmed his likely return to country footy in 2025. Check out when you might see him in action.
The athletes to watch at Country Athletics Championships
The state’s best athletes from regional Victoria will head to Bendigo this weekend for the Country Athletics Championships. We list the athletes to look out for.
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