Bond University claims QAFLW title as finals shake up state league standings

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Bond University claims QAFLW title as finals shake up state league standings

Summary

Bond University ended Southport’s reign as QAFLW champions on Sunday, securing a 40-22 victory to claim the premiership. Shannon Nolan earned best-on-ground honors for her performance, which included 26 disposals. In the VFLW, Port Melbourne eliminated Carlton from the finals with a 45-35 win, while Collingwood staged a second-half comeback to knock the Western Bulldogs out of the competition with a 38-37 result. The Bulldogs had established a 25-point lead in the second quarter before Collingwood rallied to advance. Port Melbourne now moves on to face Williamstown on Saturday at DSV Stadium for a chance at a Grand Final berth. Meanwhile, Collingwood will travel to Arden Street next Saturday to meet North Melbourne Werribee in a preliminary final.

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•Bond University defeated Southport 40-22 to win the QAFLW Grand Final.
•Port Melbourne eliminated Carlton from the VFLW finals with a 45-35 victory.
•Collingwood erased a 25-point deficit to knock the Western Bulldogs out of the VFLW finals 38-37.
•Port Melbourne plays Williamstown this Saturday for a place in the VFLW Grand Final.
•Collingwood faces North Melbourne Werribee in a preliminary final next Saturday at Arden Street.

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