Backed by Victorian Government support stretching from bush ovals to AFLW stadiums, women and girls have broken new ground with 1092 teams turning out to play in 2019.

In 2010, there were just 58 female teams. Now there are more than 28,500 women and girls playing each week with community leagues booming, mirroring the success of the AFLW.

The Victorian Government has delivered for female footballers by supporting top-quality facilities from grassroots to the elite level, so more women and girls can get involved.

The Government is also supporting elite competition, investing $45 million to upgrade AFLW venues for the current crop of stars – and the youngsters who dream of making the big time.

A $20 million investment in Ikon Park will turn the stadium into a women’s footy hub, $13 million will enable Moorabbin Oval to accommodate St Kilda’s new AFLW team, while Casey Fields ($5 million), Whitten Oval ($5 million) and Victoria Park ($2 million) have also benefited.

The $7.2 million Change Our Game campaign is helping level the playing field for women and girls in all sports and across every field of recreation – led by ambassadors including AFLW icon and new Richmond recruit Katie Brennan.