In a recent development in women's sports, players from the Kyneton Women’s Football Club have received permission to play in the Central Victorian Football League starting in 2026. This decision follows a vocal campaign that attracted attention from Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan, highlighting issues surrounding women's participation in sports at the local level. The team's transition to compete under the new name 'Wedge-Tailed Eagles Football Club' comes as a significant victory after a challenging period lasting 15 months for these athletes.

The Kyneton Women's Football Club faced considerable hurdles, having been initially blocked from joining a league due to organizational restrictions. The club's players had previously defected from the Kyneton Football Netball Club in 2024, seeking better opportunities for women's football in the region. With the Riddell District Football Netball League opting not to appeal the application to join the CVFL, the pathway for the players has been cleared, allowing them to engage more fully in competitive football.

This acceptance into the CVFL marks a crucial turning point for women’s football in the Macedon Ranges, reflecting broader societal changes regarding the importance of female participation in sports. The excitement expressed by the CVFL officials signals growing support for women's leagues, which could inspire increased investment and attention toward women's sports in Australia as they move forward into the new league structure.