Latest News About Round honoring Doug Nicholls

Updated 2026-06-17 21:00

Nicholls Round recognizes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander players and communities across two AFL rounds with the Dreamtime at the G match as a 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. From 2007, it evolved from a single Indigenous Round to two rounds since 2019 to honor Sir Doug Nicholls in 2016. AFL unveils 2026 Sir Doug Nicholls Round across Marvel Stadium across Melbourne venues.

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