AFL confirms fixture for Sir Doug Nicholls Round - North Melbourne
Time slots locked in for Sir Doug Nicholls Round across Rounds 10 and 11, as well as details for Round 12
www.nmfc.com.auDoug Nicholls celebration recognizes First Nations players and communities across two AFL rounds with the Dreamtime at the 'G as a centerpiece; the 2026 event runs in Rounds 10 and 11. Theme slogan is Strengthened by First Nations. Moments. Connections. Stories.. The VFL joins the celebration across both men's and women's seasons. The event has evolved from a single Indigenous Round in 2007 to honor Sir Doug Nicholls in 2016. AFL unveils 2026 Sir Doug Nicholls Round from Marvel Stadium and Melbourne venues.