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The Local

The Local

By: BackChat Studios | Premier Data
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The Local, powered by Premier Data, is the ultimate deep dive into the heart and soul of Australian Rules Football -

beyond the big stadiums and bright lights. Hosted by ex-AFL player and revered media

pundit Daniel Harford, the podcast champions the unsung heroes of the game: suburban

clubs, local legends, passionate volunteers and the communities that make grassroots

footy great.


Each episode brings real stories, raw passion, and behind-the-goals insights from leagues

all over the country - from muddy suburban ovals to thriving community hubs.

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Episodes
  • Local Heroes: Brett Bewley
    Apr 30 2026

    Brett Bewley is averaging over 40 disposals and 10 clearances in local footy this season while playing for Darley in the Ballarat Football Netball League, which is no surprise given his achievements at community level in recent years.


    Brett joins us on our latest episode of Local Heroes, chatting through the secrets behind his brilliant performances and why Darley was the only club he was going to return to after playing AFL and state football.

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    20 mins
  • Local Footy is taking shape! | The Local: Powered by Premier Data
    Apr 28 2026

    Lots of school footy and junior footy made its return on the weekend which gave us lots to talk about on the latest edition of the Local!


    Harf provides all the usual key performances and highlights from the weekend that was, plus we want to know what rewards you got as a junior player after a best on ground performance? Was it a simple canteen voucher or maybe a meal at McDonalds. Let us know!

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    33 mins
  • Local Heroes: Brent Macaffer
    Apr 23 2026

    After his 64-disposal effort playing for Epping in the NFNL last week, it was only right to get 2010 Collingwood premiership player Brent Macaffer to chat through his local footy journey!


    Caff speaks about the transition from AFL to local football, some of the best players he's played with at the level, how he deals with being tagged after a being an AFL tagger himself, and how his huge 64-disposal game came about.

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    23 mins
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