The McDonald’s Ballarat FNL welcomes yesterdays announcement by government of the easing of restriction across regional Victoria and metro Melbourne.
With the league in the unique position of having senior clubs in both metro and regional areas, there are conflicting restrictions that have not allowed a clear path to resumption of play.
This announcement provides some clarity and direction for the best football and netball players across the region to return to competition.
Planning is underway for the resumption of play from Saturday 19th June 2021 given the possibility of metro clubs being able to return to settings that are consistent with regional Victoria.
The make-up of the home & away fixture and dates for finals are being considered by the board of the BFNL, through consultation with senior clubs and an announcement expected in coming days.
The final details of the resumption of the senior competitions will be dependant on further advice from government, health authorities and AFL Victoria.
