Latest News About Round honoring Doug Nicholls

Updated 2026-06-17 21:00

Doug Nicholls celebration recognizes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander players and communities across two rounds with the Dreamtime at the G match as centerpiece; this edition runs through Rounds 10 and 11. Theme slogan is Strengthened by First Nations. Moments. Connections. Stories.. The VFL also marks the round across men's and women's seasons. Originated as a single Indigenous Round in 2007 and expanded to two rounds since 2019 named for Sir Doug Nicholls in 2016. AFL launches 2026 Sir Doug Nicholls Round across Marvel Stadium and Melbourne venues.

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