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26th May 9AM Sports News - Vale Neale Daniher

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:30:14 +0000

VALE NEALE DANIHER

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AFL 12PM News Report - Cardiff Hawks VS Nelson Bay Marlins

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:25:35 +0000

The Hawks hosted the Marlins in Nelson Bay, as Round 6 escaped the rain to see 3/4 fixtures go ahead.

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AFL 12PM News - Wyong Lakes Magpies VS Bateau Bay

Sat, 30 May 2026 09:18:59 +0000

2 winless sides go head to head in the Central Coast Derby.

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AFL 12PM News Report - Representative Round AFLHCC VS AFLSC

Mon, 18 May 2026 07:15:27 +0000

The AFLHCC stacked it's best players to take on the AFL South Coast at Manuka Oval in Canberra on the weekend.

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AFL 12PM News Report - Newcastle City VS Warners Bay Bulldogs

Sun, 10 May 2026 10:02:33 +0000

2025 Qualifying Final Rematch gets taken to another gear in Round 4, with all winning margins adding to a mere 64 points. Oliver Croft with the latest.

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AFL 12PM News Report - Bateau Bay VS Killarney Vale

Mon, 04 May 2026 21:38:43 +0000

Oliver Croft reports on Round 3, ANZAC Day, fixtures.

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AFLHCC ANZAC Day Interviews - The Mark and The Mic Podcast

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:46:56 +0000

ANZAC Day stands as one of the most powerful and meaningful days on the Australian calendar. It’s a moment where we pause and reflect on the mateship, courage, and endurance of the men and women who shaped the life we’re lucky enough to live today. It’s A day where the stories of the past echo into the present, grounding us in gratitude, pride, and respect—so that what they gave is never forgotten, and what they stood for continues to live on in all of us.

Here at AFL Hunter Central Coast, we play our own small but significant part in that tradition. For seven years now, the Warners Bay Bulldogs and Cardiff Hawks have met on ANZAC Day—and it’s become something special, exciting and memorable.

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AFL 12PM News Report - Wyong Lakes VS Killarney Vale

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:33:49 +0000

Oliver Croft reports on the local AFL matches for Round 2.

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AFL 12PM News Report - University of Newcastle Seahorses VS Newcastle City

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:21:28 +0000

Round 1 of the AFL Hunter Central Coast season got underway on Saturday, with all five senior divisions returning to action in an exciting opening weekend.

The season officially launched on Friday night with a historic Women’s Plate clash, as the University of Newcastle Seahorses made their debut against Newcastle City, becoming the league’s 14th senior club. It was a tough initiation for the newcomers, going down by 73 points, while their men’s side also fell short in the Men’s Shield, defeated by 46.

Across the rest of the competition, Cup football returned in style, with the Bombers, Bulldogs and Blues claiming wins in the men’s, while the Bombers, Marlins and Blues were victorious in the women’s competition.

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AFL News Report - Return of the Shield Competition - Pre-season

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 01:20:19 +0000

Over the off season period the AFL Hunter Central Coast came to a decision that the 2026 season will see the reintroduction of the Black Diamond Men’s Shield competition following a short hiatus. The return of the Shield competition allows for clubs to introduce new players to the game, but also offers an competitive atmosphere for developing footballers.

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AFL News Report - ANZAC Day Fixtures Confirmed with History Making Match Up - Pre-season

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:45:22 +0000

Big News from over the Easter long weekend with he AFL Hunter Central Coast have confirming their Round 3 ANZAC Day Fixtures. The annual marquee blockbuster between the Cardiff Hawks and Warners Bay Bulldogs has been locked in for 3/15PM on the 25th of April once again, with the Bulldogs playing Host at Feighan Oval. Both the Men’s and Women’s Cup will play. The biggest news however, is coming from down the Central Coast where the Killarney Vale Bombers and Bateau Bay Blues will make history, playing against each other on ANZAC Day for the first time in the AFLHCC’s 26 Year History. Killarney Vale have marked the occasion with a specially designed jersey that feature poppies blooming along the red sash. The Men’s Cup will kick off at 12PM, with the Women’s Cup straight after at Adelaide Street Oval in Killarney Vale. All other fixtures will be played the week after on the 2nd of May. That’s the latest in AFL Hunter Central Coast News.

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AFL News Report - The 14th Team Officially Inducted to the AFLHCC- Pre-season

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:46:21 +0000

The AFL Hunter Central Coast announced their 14th team joining the competition this season.

Oliver Croft reports on the details as the University Australian Rules Football Club is established.

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Cricket News Report - Grand Final Merewether Lions VS Waterboard Wests

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 22:16:53 +0000

After a long summer of cricket, the stage was set for the Grand Final between the Merewether Lions and Waterboard Wests. Merewether batted first and got off to a strong start, led by Leigh Harris, who was named Player of the Final with a brilliant 71 runs off 78 deliveries. The Lions went on to post 204 from their 40 overs. Waterboard struggled to build momentum, despite a late effort from captain Jacob Rippon, who top scored with 20 runs. Merewether then found another gear with the ball, sealing victory and being crowned the 2025–2026 Suburban Districts Division One premiers by 117 runs.

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Newcastle Falcons Basketball Season Launch Interviews with Oliver Croft

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:30:43 +0000

Hunter Newsroom Sports Reporter Oliver Croft is on the move for exclusive coverage of the 2026 Newcastle Falcons Basketball Season Launch. Featuring interviews with the new biggest signings, returning assets, and the Men's and Women's Coaches, 2NURFM has all your insights to the 2026 Basketball Season.

The Falcons first game of the season is March 28th at home, vs the North Bears.

Cricket News Report - Division 1 Elimination Finals Weekend

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 22:30:26 +0000

The Summer of Cricket is drawing to a very quick close, as the Division 1 Elimination Finals lit up the local grounds of Newcastle. The fixtures included Merewether VS Port Stephens, and the Waterboard Wests VS Cardiff Boolaroo. For two teams? Next stop; the Grand Final.

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MINI: Steven Grimshaw Exclusive Interview - Season Recap

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:10:19 +0000

Oliver Croft catches up with Steven Grimshaw after he and his team snapped a 7 game loosing streak to finish off their season and finals favourites Maryland Fletcher.

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Cricket News Report - Round 20

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:30:39 +0000

Oliver Croft reports on Division 1 games in Newcastle District Cricket as the final round of the home and away season finishes, and Finals begin next weekend.

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Cricket News Report - Cardiff Boolaroo VS Waterboard Wests Round 19

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:40:12 +0000

Round 19 Ripper! Cardiff Boolaroo host Waterboard in what promises a fixture with plenty of flair, and a preview for finals just around the corner.

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Cricket News Report - Warners Bay VS Merewether Round 18

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 21:19:46 +0000

Warners Bay had 3 from 3 at the start of the summer, but now find themselves in a dramatic 7th place. Merewether are flying, and have no issues in taking the win over the men in maroon.

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Cricket News Report - Merewether VS Journeymen Wests Round 17

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:35:02 +0000

Merewether have had just two losses this season and are looking sharp for finals. Can they step over the struggling Journeymen Wests, or do the Wests hold on to grind it out in a Connolly Park classic?

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Cricket News Report - Journeymen (Wests) VS Cardiff-Boolaroo Round 16

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:09:28 +0000

Cardiff Boolaroo are looking primed for a finals birth, but the Journeymen Wests stand firm in their way. But can their batting order handle the pressure of the Cardiff bowling attack?

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Cricket News Report - Maryland Fletcher VS Port Stephens Pythons Round 15

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 22:20:38 +0000

After an Australia Day long weekend, what seemed like an away fixture with everything going perfect for the Port Stephens Pythons, Maryland Fletcher tackled back the momentum from the bowling wrist of Ryan Reedman.

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Cricket News Report - The Gardens Falcons Vs Merewether Lions Round 13

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 22:17:15 +0000

The Gardens Falcons are flying nicely, but the Merewether Lions are top of the table and provide a challenge for all teams. Round 13 ended in yet another dominant win for Merewether.

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Cricket News Report - Warners Bay VS Cardiff Boolaroo Round 10

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 22:04:43 +0000

Warners Bay had much to prove...but did they get across the line to prove it?

Captain Steve Grimshaw also reveals his Warners Bay side's key to success.

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Cricket News Report - Waterboard Wests VS Maryland Fletcher Round 9

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 06:15:35 +0000

Maryland. A team everyone is starting to fear. Dominance is becoming and theme, and they look ready for white ball finals. Who came out on top for the Maryland and Waterboard Derby?

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Cricket News Report - Warners Bay VS Waterboard Wests Round 8

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 21:01:41 +0000

Warners Bay has had 3 games of abandoned cricket, and 1 loss 2 weeks ago. As they return to their home wicket to pick themselves up the ladder, chase finals and gain some momentum, the Waterboard Wests await, ready to win and overtake them on the ladder? Young gun Nathan Pearson steps to the crease, but will it be enough to hold off the Wests?

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Cricket News Report - City of Newcastle Summer Bash Preview

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 21:17:46 +0000

Division 1 had their fixtures washed out on the weekend, but 2NURFM have a very special report regarding the City of Newcastle Summer Bash, the largest Premier T20 competition in the NSW.

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Cricket News Report - Cardiff Boolaroo VS Port Stephens Pythons Round 6

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 22:07:36 +0000

The Pythons pull off the upset of the year in Round 6, taking down Cardiff Boolaroo in style. Looking like the 7th placed underdogs, the Pythons wrap up a second consecutive victory in Division 1.

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Cricket News Report - Cardiff Boolaroo vs Waterboard Wests Round 5

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 23:08:18 +0000

Waterboard Wests fall short to a monumental total set by Cardiff Boolaroo, in a massive run chase.

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Cricket News Report - Ladder Review Round 4

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 21:47:28 +0000

Rain reigns supreme, but which team reigns the ladder?

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Cricket News Report - The Gardens Falcons VS Maryland Fletcher Round 3

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 07:31:34 +0000

Division 1 Newcastle District Cricket:

The Gardens Falcons hosted Maryland Fletcher in a desperate bid for their first win of the season. Maryland was on the front foot figuratively and literally as they pulled apart the Gardens' batting attack. Champion bowlers and batsmen alike rose to the task as asked, before the better team came out on top.

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Cricket News Report - Port Stephens Pythons VS Merewether Lions Round 2

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 22:45:51 +0000

The jungle animals were tussling hard as the Port Stephens Pythons and Merewether Lions battled it out in Round 2. Port Stephens were chasing their first win as Merewether looked to take an away fixtured win.

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Cricket News Report - Waterboard Wests VS Warners Bay Round 1

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 22:44:58 +0000

The Summer of Cricket Officially kicked off on Saturday the 11th, and 2NURFM will have all your coverage and updates from Division 1. Oliver Croft starts things off with an exciting report as the Wests host Warners Bay in a classic match-up.

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