1925
101 years ago
The VFL admitted three VFA clubs, Hawthorn, Footscray and North Melbourne, expanding from nine clubs to twelve.
Administration
16 January
From the archive
- 1965
Ron Clarke broke the world 5000 metres record against Vladimir Kuts at North Hobart Oval, a ground better known for Tasmanian football finals.
Grounds
Debuts
- 2022Emily Pease
GWS Giants v Fremantle, first of 54 AFLW games so far
Born on this day
- 2007Sam Swadling, still playing
Collingwood, 9 games (2026)
- 2007Sophia Gaukrodger, still playing
GWS Giants
- 2006Mekah Morrissy, still playing
Geelong Cats
- 2004Oliver Hollands, still playing
Carlton, 79 games (2023-2026)
- 1972Ang Christou
Carlton, 151 games (1991-2002)
- 1958Peter Francis
Richmond, 158 games (1979-1988)
- 1927Norm Johnstone
Fitzroy, 228 games (1944-1957)
