Gabriel Ng (Menzies, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

April was a busy month of community sport in my community of Menzies, as many local clubs settled into the routine of the winter season. In the rain, hail and shine, I was pleased to get to visit so many teams who are making a strong start to the season. Thanks to Bulleen Templestowe Football Club Bullants for having me at your first home game of the season and putting in an impressive win against Croydon North. A special shout-out to the volunteers who are the driving force of this very successful club, especially Greg, Andrew, Chris and Dave.

It was special to be part of the launch of the Melbourne Loong Football Club's Auskick centre and 2026 season. The club's Auskick program is focused on improving multicultural and Chinese participation in our great national game and ensuring young kids across Whitehorse and Manningham get a chance to try their hand at AFL. Congratulations to Annisa, Aaron and Kiara on another successful season launch.

I was lucky enough to get down to the training with the under-eights at Warrandyte Junior Football Club last month, who are taking on season 2026 with so much energy and enthusiasm. I particularly want to wish the under-eights red team—who I'm sponsoring this year—well for the coming season. I can't wait to get to a game later in the season and see how your skills have improved. Thanks to Duncan and the team at Warrandyte Junior Football Club for having us.

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