The rivalry between the Goulburn Valley League and the Ovens and Murray League has come to an end, at least for now.
The Ovens and Murray League has signed a two-year interleague deal with the Bendigo Football Netball League, closing the chapter on a long-standing competition.
The competition, which dates back to 1954, has seen the O&M take three out of four victories on the football field between 2022-2025.
The fortunes have favoured the black and gold in recent years.
Author's summary: GVL loses interleague opponent to Bendigo Football Netball League.