The Dunolly Football Netball Club is very pleased to announce that the Maryborough Golf Club will again be our major sponsor for season 2012. The club will be holding three major functions at the Golf Club this season and we will also attend the club after four away games for a meal and refreshments. We will also be holding a golf day there this season.

The Dunolly Football Netball Clubs under 15 boys will be gaining more than just points on the scoreboard when they kick goals for their team this year. The Dunolly FNC has established a partnership with the Dunolly unit of the Vic SES which will see the club donate a dollar to the unit each time the under 15 Eagles kick a goal this season.

We welcome aboard Just Trees Central Victoria as a premium sponsor for 2012. Just Trees provide professional trees felling, stump removal, pruning and firewood sales. They are fully insured and no job is too big or small. The DFNC looks forward to working with Just Trees this year and urges our members and supporters to look no further than Just Trees for your Tree Felling needs.

Congratulations to Cal and Nicole Liddicoat on the birth of their second child, Dean born recently at Ballarat. Coming in at a healthy 12 pound 7, Dean is a little brother for Charlotte. The family will be on the south central coast of NSW this year where Cal is working for Nestle. Congratulations guys!

The club is pleased to announce the re-appointment of David Clausen as our under 15 and under 17 Netball coach for 2012. David is a very successful and experienced coach of netball and we wish him every success for season 2012. In other good news, Judy Gibbs will be co-coaching the under 13 netball alongside Alisha Conlin-Hurd. Welcome aboard the coaching ranks Alisha!

All sponsors of the Dunolly Football Netball Club for season 2012 go into a draw to win a five night holiday for two plus airfares at the prestigious Holiday Inn on the Esplanade in Darwin! All sponsors also are invited to our season launch at the Maryborough Golf Club where you are treated to a dinner for two plus drinks. Read on for more great offers and sponsor packages.

The Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre is kindly offering members of the Dunolly Football Netball Club discounted gym memberships for season 2012. The Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre has a fully equipped gymnasium, indoor pool and offers various other fitness and leisure activities such as Pilates, aerobics, water based exercises and much more.

The Dunolly Football Netball Club would like to wish all our players, supporters, sponsors, volunteers and their families a very happy and safe Christmas and a prosperous new year. We hope to see you all at the home of the Eagles in 2012!

This Friday 16/12/11 at Deledio reserve. Meet the coaches evening. 7pm. BBQ Tea provided. The footballers are having a light session at 7pm then a feed and we will introduce the football and netball coaches for 2012. All welcome!

Tony Bellenger and the DFNC are pleased to announce that the senior assistant coaches have been finalised for season 2012.

The major sponsor of the MCDFNL, Bendigo Bank has announced that it will donate $100 to the DFNC anytime a customer takes a loan through the Maldon branch of the Bendigo Bank.

The DFNC has appointed Bob Gartside as the senior coach of Netball for 2012. Bob brings a wealth of coaching experience with him and we welcome him warmly to the Eagles. This years coaches, Ashlee Lierich and Katie Lovel will continue as players with Dunolly and we thank them for their efforts this year.

In exciting football news for all Dunolly supporters, the club has re-signed champion ruckman Lachlan Liddicoat to play with Dunolly in 2012. Lachie spent 2011 playing for WRFL side Hoppers Crossing where he had a solid year of senior football. Lachie is excited to be back at Dunolly where he played most of his junior football before becoming one of the premier ruckman in the MCDFNL at senior level. Coach Tony Bellenger is wrapt that Lachie decided to return to Dunolly and sees him as an integral cog in the 2012 senior side.

The DFNC coaching panel is very pleased to announce our junior football coaching/development team for 2012. Wayne Lanfranchi, Rod Dodson and Steve Hawkes are all quality people with heaps of football experience behind them. They are excited and committed about giving our juniors every chance to develop as footballers and young men and the club is ready to support them wholeheartedly in this extremely important role.

Around 25 people attended the DFNC AGM on 25th of October to hear the yearly reports, reform the club for 2012 and affilliate with the MCDFNL again. All positions were declared vacant and the following committee members accepted nomination and were duly elected to these positions for 2012. Martin Bluey McGeown accepted his nomination as President and said signs were positive for 2012. Bluey was extremely happy with the committee chosen and stated that with hard work, a prosperous 2012 was very achievable. Bluey thanked the outgoing committee members, especially Stan McNamee who as President gave 100% and helped put the club on firm footing. The positions for the 2012 committee are as follows..

Tony Bellenger is excited to be back in the Dunolly strip and is urging everyone to get on board in any way they can for season 2012.

The DFNC is advertising for the following positions for football in 2012. We have appointed Tony Bellenger as our Senior coach and are looking for quality candidates to fill the following roles...

Ashlee Lierich and Ashlee Edwards will be calling in the renovators this week to add another storey to their trophy cabinets after being adjudged equal best and fairest winners for A Grade netball. Judy Gibbs continues to astound by taking out the B Grade best and fairest after being runner up in this years league voting. All the results from the netball presentation here..

James McNamee and Taylor Gale were judged the two best and fairest winners for senior and reserves football respectively last evening in a fantastic function at the Maryborough Golf Club. Maree Gale won the Billings shield for best club person and Wayne Lanfranchi was awarded a plaque for life membership of the DFNC. The football voting went as follows. Netball voting will be posted up on the website shortly.

The club is extremely pleased to announce that the experience and skill of Tony Bellenger will lead us into season 2012. Tony has been appointed as is already working hard as Senior coach for next year. The club hopes to announce more positions filled for coaching and assistant coaches over the coming weeks. The DFNC welcomes Tony and Brooke and their kids warmly.

The football department is pleased to announce that Rodney Dodson has taken on the role of chief recruiter for season 2012. Rod is a tireless worker and great supporter of the DFNC. His excellent communication skills, friendly manner and his wide network of contacts see him fit this role perfectly. The club looks forward to seeing the fruits of Rod's labour out on the park next season!

The DFNC Inc. Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 25th of October at 7.30pm at Deledio Reserve Social Rooms. All positions will be declared vacant and nominations for executive and committee positions will be accepted at this meeting. All welcome.

The DFNC Senior vote count and presentation night is on Friday September 30 at the Maryborough Golf Club. Tickets are $25 each for a two course meal. This will be a great evening and all players, sponsors and supporters are encouraged to attend our final function for 2011.

The DFNC has received the resignation of President Stan McNamee. The committee has accepted Stan's resignation regretfully but understand that he feels it is time to step away from this position. Stan has given his all to the club in his time at Dunolly and the role he vacates will leave big shoes to fill. In Stan's time as President, the club has introduced a stable off field sponsorship and fundraising structure. We have played finals football and netball in two of the three years of his tenure.

The club had a great night on the 9th September at our junior vote count and presentation. It was great to see so many faces and thanks to those who brought a dessert or salad and to all the helpers on the night. The winners of the awards were..

Great wins over the weekend by our u/13 girls, u/15 boys and senior footy see four Dunolly sides still competing for September glory. The senior footy report is here....

Dunolly has three netball sides and two football sides competing in the first weekend of finals. Good luck to all teams, although remember that you make your own luck in finals!! Read on for times and venues for finals...

Dunolly goal shooter Jane King has set a Netball Victoria record with her amazing effort against Talbot in round 12.

Seniors and reserves footy both scored convincing wins against Royal Park with Alister Lantjin and James McNamee both putting on clinics...

DFNC is back to work this week with a big job to do against the Redbacks!

The DFNC Social committee would like to invite you to their Winter Wonderland ball this Saturday August 6 at the Dunolly Town Hall. We would love to see all our players, supporters and the Dunolly community attend this prestigious event!

Here is the latest Netball news from DFNC!

Sunday July 24. Goods and Services Auction,

Maryborough Golf and Bowls Club.

Auction Item Viewings @ 11.30 am.

Auction starts @ 1.00pm.

The seniors completed an afternoon of running and attacking football by running out 85 point winners over Talbot , while the reserves dug out a fighting win also, coming home strongly to record a 31 point victory, led by Josh Malcolm with five goals.

Post training tea this week is Chilli con carne with rice, corn chips and salad. The bar will be open and the fire going, and footy and netball teams announced so see you there!

This Saturday patrons with cars can have their number plates re fitted with one way screws to make them safe from illegal removal. This is brought to you by the SES and Victoria Police through Jim Lee. This service will cost a gold coin donation. Volunteers will be on hand at the gate to offer this service. This Saturday at Deledio Reserve at the home game against Maryborough Rovers.

With some intolerable incidents of a racial nature taking place across all levels of football in 2011, it is a timely reminder that racial and religious vilification is illegal and players, supporters and clubs can be held liable if it is found that a club person in any capacity engages in such conduct. Sport is for everyone and this sort of abuse belongs in the dark ages.

The Dunolly Netball reunion takes place this coming Saturday July 2nd at the Dunolly Town Hall. Tickets are still available for what will be a fantastic night.

Dunolly senior football have assisted their cause by placing themselves firmly in the eight after a gutsy and memorable seven point win at Natte Yallock yesterday.

The club is extremely saddened to hear of the passing of past player and club supporter and sponsor, Michael Spencer. DFNC passes on our sincere condolences to Michael's Family and Friends.

Wayne 'Woosa' Lanfranchi will make his 400th senior appearance in a Dunolly guernsey this Saturday the 18th of June against Trentham. The club congratulates Wayne on this fantastic achievement! All Wayne's family, supporters, friends and current and past team mates are invited to celebrate the day and join Woosa for a drink and a casserole tea after the game at Deledio reserve social rooms!

Thanks to all the netballers and some footballers who have paid their registration fees on time. For the footballers who haven't yet paid, fees are due NOW! Players who have paid before June 30 this year go into a draw to win one of three vouchers to Sportspower, Macks clothing and another voucher TBA.

The club extends it's warm thanks to the following sponsors for 2011. These individuals and businesses assist greatly in the running and improvement of football and netball in Dunolly and we urge you to support these businesses whenever possible. All these businesses details will be on this website under 'sponsors' over the coming week.

Here is the Netball round up from round 7. Brought to you by Maryborough Locksmith Services.

Dunolly is in the eight after a fighting win at Harcourt yesterday. It is a difficult venue to come away with the points but the Eagles battled away to secure a good win!

Here is the latest Dunolly netball news including all the action from the weekend's matches against Newstead.

The Dunolly Senior football side really gelled yesterday at Deledio reserve, and when they put on their afterburners and displayed their skills, Newstead were left reeling.

Here is the 2011 social calendar for DFNC. Brought to you by the DFNC Social Committee. Thanks to Brooke, Ash and the social committee for all their hard work.

Here is a wrap up of last weeks footy.

Here is all the action from round 5 netball against Avoca!

The MCDFNL has named four Dunolly netballers in its' interleague squad which will take on the Loddon Valley league on June 11 at Backhaus oval in Bendigo.

The Club is pleased to see some ex Eagles returning to the fold in recent times. These blokes will add plenty to the football side of things in the seniors and reserves and we welcome the boys back in an important step for the on going success at DFNC.

Doran Earthmoving were drawn out as the lucky sponsor to win the first prize of a holiday for two at the Holiday Inn, Darwin. The prize was drawn by club legend Joan Williams at a great night at the Maryborough Golf Club in front of 60 people. Congratulations to Doran Earthmoving and...

This Thursday the 19th of May, the post training meal will be a delicious tuna pasta bake dish. All welcome. Tea is at 7.30pm, after football and netball training. The bar will be open and the footy and netty sides will be announced for this weekends game against Avoca.

Here is the latest netball news and the review of the round versus Navarre.

The club was saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Cass Phillips recently. Cass was the Mother of Harry Phillips who played all his junior football at Dunolly. The club wore black arm bands last weekend against Maldon to pay our respects to Harry and his Family. We pass on our condolences to Harry and his Family.

Post training tea this Thursday will be fried rice, chicken drumettes, soup, corn and garlic bread. All welcome. Bar is also open and the weekends teams are announced around 8.00pm. Come and have a meal and a drink while the fire is going.

Letters have been sent out to all sponsors to let them know that the sponsors dinner will be held at the Maryborough Golf and Bowls Club next Wednesday the 18th of May at 6.30pm.

Dunolly takes on league newcomers Navarre at Deledio Reserve this Saturday in football and netball.

Enjoy a night of culture and cuisine and be guided through three different countries by the gorgeous air hostesses at flight night!

Here is the round 3 netball report from the weekend's matches against Maldon. Brought to you by Rod Stratford Plumbing.

Here are the match details from round 3 versus Maldon. Netball details to follow.

Here is a run down of the footy from the weekend's matches against Bushy. We take on Maldon at Maldon this Saturday the 7th of May. This report is brought to you by Dunolly Quality Meats, Broadway, Dunolly. ph 5468 1046. The best meat in Central Victoria and beyond!

Here is the netball report containing all the highlights from the round 2 clash with Royal Park. Proudly brought to you by Dodson's Fish and Chips, Broadway, Dunolly. ph. 5468 1734.

All are welcome back to the Maryborough Golf and Bowls Club after footy and netball tomorrow for a social gathering. Come and have a chat, a feed or a drink and enjoy the post match atmosphere!

Under 15's footy is at 11.10 am at Hedges Oval this Saturday 30/4/11. Note the later start time due to no under 17's game.

The committee of the Dunolly Football Netball Club would like to wish all our players,coaches, supporters and members a safe and happy Easter break!

Brad Schodde and Melanie Rose are thrilled with the arrival of their baby daughter, Mia Rose. Mia was born in Bendigo on the 19th of April and everyone is doing well by all reports.

Brooke Deason and the social committee have released a fun and exciting social calendar for this year. Please attend these events and all are welcome!

The round one football review can be found here.

Here is the round one netball report!

Dunolly Netball had a successful day on Saturday while the football sides showed positive signs of things to come this year. A special mention to the U/15's footballers who put in a great effort against a strong Carisbrook side.

Post match after the opening game against Carisbrook, you can kick back with a beer and dine on chicken souvlaki and chips for eight dollars.

Like all community groups, we cannot function effectively without the support and assistance of our community, so please give some thought to filling one of these positions on an ongoing basis or even occasional basis. All volunteers receive a volunteer card which entitles you to a drink and a feed from the canteen and your support will be greatly appreciated.

Corporate Sports Unlimited have kindly donated 4 premium ticketing packages to the football at the MCG or Etihad and 4 premium corporate packages to either Flemington, Moonee Valley or Caulfield races. This will assist the club in our fundraising and we thank Corporate Sports Unlimited.

There is a social committee meeting this Thursday the 7th of April at 8.00pm. It will be held at Deledio Reserve and all players and supporters are welcome.

Football registration payments are due as of now and the following fees apply.

The club is excited to announce the signings of some key recruits to add to the senior Dunolly football side for 2011.

An intra club game will take place at Deledio Reserve at 1.00 pm sharp on Saturday April 2. All players intending to play in season 2011 are required to attend.

Dunolly's sister club in the NT, The Wanderers Eagles have capped off a fantastic year by taking out the NTFL premier league premiership in fine style against St Marys.

The Dunolly Netball coaches and administration for 2011 are the following people...

Dunolly coach James McNamee has taken out the Northern Territory's highest individual football honour by winning the coveted Nichols medal with 25 votes on Sunday night at the sky city casino in Darwin.

Exciting news around the club with the news that two of the club's young stalwarts have got themselves engaged to each other!

The Dunolly Football Netball Club was saddened to hear of the recent passing of Cal Raven who was a tireless worker for the Club.

Footballers and Netballers now have the opportunity to increase their strength as a weights set has been donated to the Club.

The Lantjin brothers, Alex (right) and Alistair (left), pictured here with James and Lee are excited to get the opportunity to pull on the Dunolly Eagles strip in 2011.

The DFNC is holding a Netball Reunion in Dunolly on the 2nd of July this year. This year is the 40th anniversary of the first A Grade Netball premiership and it's a chance for all past and present netballers to catch up and celebrate.

James McNamee has consolidated a fine season with the Wanderers in the NTFL by winning two awards so far.

The club is pleased to announce that James Boags and Lion Nathan Breweries will proudly support the DFNC with some great offerings for season 2011.

Sports promotion doesn't come any bigger or exciting than when Mark 'Moose' Rademaker and Tash Bennet met Gonzo, a 3.5 metre salt water crocodile at the Ballarat Reptile Park recently.

The Dunolly Football Netball Club are giving anyone who sponsors Dunolly the opportunity to win two return tickets to Darwin including 5 nights with four star accommodation.

The club is pleased to announce that under 17 football training will commence at Deledio Reserve at 4.45 pm on Tuesday the 1st March.

The football department is pleased to announce the 2011 coaches for football across all grades.

Former coach and President of DFNC, Daniel McNamee has put out the call to see if people are willing to donate any unused football boots and runners to the students at Tiwi College on the Tiwi Islands.

Paul and Karen from the Royal Hotel in Dunolly have kindly offered an incentive for Netball and Football for home games at DFNC in 2011.

Here is the information regarding pre season for football. Training starts at 6.00pm on Tuesday 25/01/11.

Dunolly player Scott Henderson and his wife Laura are pleased to announce that they now have a new healthy baby boy! Benjamin William Henderson was born on Jan 15 at 4.20 am, weighing 8 pound, 12 ounces. Mum and bub are doing very well and the club wishes them all the best!

Click on the following link to see the football and netball fixture for 2011. http://www.sportingpulse.com/assoc_page.cgi?client=1-6176-0-0-0&sID=168462&&news_task=DETAIL&articleID=14224759§ionID=168462

There has been some changes to the coaching panel over the summer with the club parting ways with Lauchlan Woodward. At 7.00pm on the 20/01/11 at the clubrooms a meeting will take place to announce the new coaching structure for football.

After some good feedback the club has decided to re introduce the player sponsorship package where players can be sponsored by their employer or other to cover all or part of their membership and registration fees. The club has decided to widen this package to cover netballers also in 2011.

Senior Netball coach Ashlee Lierich has put out the call to all Dunolly netballers to announce that pre season training starts this Thursday the 2nd of December.

One of Dunolly's favourite Sons, Andy Gibbs is still winning awards, this time in his chosen career as a butcher. Andy and his team at Dunolly Quality Meats have taken out first prize for best ham off the bone at the Australian Meat Industry Council Awards.

Dunolly has begun pre season training with moderate numbers attending at the Hockey Fields in Maryborough. Coach Lauchlan Woodward has been taking the sessions with an emphasis on cardio fitness and ball skills in line with his plan for a skilful, running side.

Club legend Paul Edwards has had an interrupted start to his pre season campaign after suffering a broken toe in an accident at work.

You can now stay in touch with DFNC through facebook also. Clink on the link and request to become a friend of Dunolly Eagles.

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