Nicholls Round honors Indigenous players and communities across two-week celebration with the Dreamtime at the 'G as a centerpiece; the 2026 edition runs across Rounds 10 and 11. Theme slogan is Strengthened by First Nations. Moments. Connections. Stories.. The VFL also marks the round across its 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 from Marvel Stadium in Melbourne venues.
The Victorian Football League will join the AFL industry in celebrating the excellence and contribution of First Nations people to the game of Australian Rules Football during the 2026 Sir Doug Nicholls Round
www.afl.com.auMarvel Stadium is a multi-purpose venue designed to cater to major sporting, entertainment, corporate or casual events - celebrate in true Melbourne style.
www.marvelstadium.com.auHere's everything you need to know about Sir Doug Nicholls Round
www.afl.com.auThe AFL has launched the 2019 Sir Doug Nicholls Round in Melbourne
www.collingwoodfc.com.auTime slots locked in for Sir Doug Nicholls Round across Rounds 10 and 11, as well as details for Round 12
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