Last night we were proud to host a mental health Ssssion at the club as part of our inaugural Mental Health Match Round, an initiative raising awareness and funds for Beyond Blue. The evening brought together players, members and the wider club community to hear from AFL player Aidan Corr and mental health professional NicoleContinue reading “A powerful conversation on mental health”
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NAIDOC Week: Unveiling our First Nations guernseys
Today marks the beginning of NAIDOC Week, and we’re proud to acknowledge and celebrate the First Nations people within our club and wider community. This year’s theme, 50 Years Deadly, celebrates five decades of NAIDOC Week honouring culture, resilience, truth and the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It recognises the Elders, leaders,Continue reading “NAIDOC Week: Unveiling our First Nations guernseys”
Recognising Pride Month
On Sunday, our Division 1 Senior Women proudly wore rainbow armbands and ribbons in recognition of Pride Month. At St Mary’s, we believe everyone deserves to feel welcome, valued and included. Football is more than a game — it’s about connection, community and creating a place where people can be themselves. We’re proud to celebrateContinue reading “Recognising Pride Month”
St Mary’s community unites for Big Freeze 12
A huge congratulations to our junior club on an incredible Big Freeze event, raising $7,195 for Fight MND! What an amazing effort from everyone involved in organising, participating and supporting such an important cause. A special shoutout to Matilda Eames and Sarah Johnston, two of our Senior Women’s players who also coach at the juniorContinue reading “St Mary’s community unites for Big Freeze 12”
Men’s Health Week 2026
Today marks the start of Men’s Health Week, an important opportunity to highlight the health and wellbeing of men and boys across our St Mary’s community. Men’s Health Week is about more than physical fitness. It’s also about mental health, emotional wellbeing and creating a culture where looking after yourself is encouraged and supported. ThisContinue reading “Men’s Health Week 2026”
Help us save lives!
It’s World Blood Donor Day, and our St Mary’s Australian Red Cross Lifeblood team has already saved 15 lives this year through blood and plasma donations. Countless Aussies rely on blood donations everyday. In fact, 1 in 3 will need a blood donation blood in their lifetime. That’s about 65 of our netball and footballContinue reading “Help us save lives!”
Our new First Nations guernsey
Before we close out National Reconciliation Week, we’re excited to share the initial concept for our new First Nations guernseys! Made possible by a $4,500 grant from First People Assembly of Victoria, both our Senior Women’s teams will wear the guernseys during NAIDOC Week later this season. The original artwork was designed by Toneya Kennedy,Continue reading “Our new First Nations guernsey”
TAC Club Rewards 2026
For the sixth consecutive year, St Mary’s is proud to be part of the TAC Club Rewards Program. In 2026, we are committed to ‘Be The Difference,’ helping create a culture of road safety and supporting the mission to eliminate fatalities and serious injuries on Victorian roads. As players, coaches, volunteers and supporters, we knowContinue reading “TAC Club Rewards 2026”
National Reconciliation Week Panel Discussion
As part of National Reconciliation Week, St Mary’s proudly hosted a panel discussion focused on reconciliation, inclusion and the important role community sporting clubs can play in bringing people together. Hosted by one of our First Nations players, Judhil Canendo, Troy Bickerton, Tane Cotter, Sarah Johnston and Natalie Cora, shared their thoughts and experiences aroundContinue reading “National Reconciliation Week Panel Discussion”
National Reconciliation Week 2026
Today marks the start of National Reconciliation Week. The theme for #NRW2026 is All In, a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day. All In makes clear that reconciliation is not a spectator sport and that all of us must step away from the sidelines and take action to make change. TheContinue reading “National Reconciliation Week 2026”
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