All you need to know about the AFL's Sir Doug Nicholls Round
Here's everything you need to know about Sir Doug Nicholls Round
www.afl.com.auNicholls Round honors Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander players and communities across two rounds with the Dreamtime at the 'G centerpiece; the 2026 event runs in 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 to honor Sir Doug Nicholls in 2016. AFL unveils 2026 Sir Doug Nicholls Round from Marvel Stadium and Melbourne venues.