Sir Doug Nicholls Round launched
The AFL has launched the 2019 Sir Doug Nicholls Round in Melbourne
www.collingwoodfc.com.auSir Doug Nicholls Round celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 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. Originated as a single Indigenous Round in 2007 and expanded to two rounds since 2019 named for Sir Doug Nicholls in 2016. AFL unveils 2026 Sir Doug Nicholls Round from Marvel Stadium in Melbourne venues.