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On This Day In Australia: In 1858, the first game of Australian Rules football was played


On 31 July 1858, the first ‘trial’ game of Australian Rules football was played between Melbourne Grammar School and Scotch College at the Richmond Paddock. There were about 40 players on each side. Pivotal moments in the early years of the game surround the names of William Hammersley, Tom Smith, James Thompson, Tom Wills and … Continue reading

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