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Sports update Ultimate GFNL guide: Ins and outs, predictions, every club analysed GFNL clubs have completed major recruitment drives with flag stars departing and exciting new signings arriving. Here’s everything you need in one place ahead of what promises to b... READ MORE   ‘One of the biggest’: The numbers behind a massive BFNL opening round Following twin bumper crowds in the BFNL in Round 1, and an AFL legend returning to grassroots footy this Saturday, could we see close to 10,000 fans attend three local games? READ MORE   Your ultimate guide to the 2026 GDFL season It’s shaping up to be another thrilling season in the Geelong and District Football League. Get the lowdown on every club heading into the new year including ins, outs, coach’s tho... READ MORE   How a footy club helped a volunteer through the darkest of times A new BFNL life member says a local club gave her purpose after the death of her husband and a battle with major depression lasting more than four decades. READ MORE   Building on a dynasty: The GDFNL new president’s challenge He was the league’s “ruthless” treasurer; now, Darryl Jarvis is embracing a new, open-door era as president. He opens up on lessons from Neville Whitley, interleague’s future and e... READ MORE   News update ‘Died in the most vicious way’: Family suspect foul play in Norlane fire Five children believe foul play killed their mother Rebecca Newton in a suspicious Norlane house fire, as they struggle to find answers about her tragic death. READ MORE   Suspicious fire guts Whittington home