History and Heritage News

Box Hill United 2008
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A Grand Final Rivalry Reborn

Almost 15 years ago to the day as the referee blew the final whistle to signal yet another win for Box Hill Inter over arch-rivals Heidelberg United, few would have predicted the long struggle both clubs would have to re-establish their influence in the Women’s game. But as the 2

Vale Maria Berry
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Vale Maria Berry AM

Football Victoria (FV) mourns the passing of a monumental figure in the history of women’s football, Maria Berry AM - a FV Hall of Fame member and unwavering pioneer whose impact resonated across grassroots, state, national and international arenas.Berry’s involvement in football

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An Emerging Program Bids Farewell

The FV Academy Senior Women’s program officially graced the pitch for the last time on Saturday, August 30, closing the door on a remarkable legacy in Victoria’s top-flight, one which was introduced thanks to the influence of Australian coaching royalty. It was a storybook finish

Mill Park 2016
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2025 Cecil Earley Plate: A tale of two mergers

It’s rare that a suburban ground in the outer north of Melbourne provides the common thread for a cup final, but Partridge Reserve in Lalor plays a unique role in the battle between Whittlesea Ranges and Mill Park, two clubs with a backstory that speaks to the strength of amalgam

George Cross Ladies 1961
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2025 Steph Catley Plate: A match made in history

When Manningham United Blues meet Caroline Springs George Cross on Sunday afternoon in the final of the Steph Catley Plate, few will recall a team that took the pitch almost 65 years ago, but for one club, the legacy is a powerful one.Hark back to 1961 in Victorian soccer and the

Vale Joe Docherty
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Vale Joe Docherty

Football Victoria honours the life of Life Member Joe Docherty, a humble administrator who devoted years of service to the Victorian Soccer Federation during a period of immense change and restructure.Born in Glasgow in 1943, Joe Docherty migrated to Melbourne in 1966 and in time

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Vale Vito Cilauro

Football Victoria is saddened to learn of the passing of former Chairman and one of the game’s most respected administrators, Vito Cilauro.Born in Sicily in 1930, Vito Cilauro arrived in Melbourne as a qualified lawyer in 1957, like many, searching for a new life away from war-to

St Albans 1988
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Celebrating 50 years: St Albans Saints

In the first of a narrative series featuring clubs celebrating key milestones, Tony Persoglia explores the impact that a fledgling club in St Albans has had on a thriving local community.It seems fitting that St Albans celebrate their 50-year anniversary on Saturday evening on th

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Jim Rooney recognised in King's Birthday Honours

Football Victoria congratulates legendary Socceroo and dual Hall of Famer Jimmy Rooney, who was recognised in the 2025 King's Birthday Honours list for his services to football, receiving the Order of Australia in the General Division.A celebrated member of the Australian footbal