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Women’s footy is booming, but the facilities are lagging behind—historic clubs like Macedon, with roots dating back to the 1880s, are seeing explosive growth in female participation and even premiership wins, yet their locker rooms and amenities remain outdated, often lacking basic privacy and hygiene. Across the country, older clubs are struggling to accommodate rising numbers of girls and women, forced to share cramped, poorly maintained spaces—sometimes even training on smaller field sections. Players, especially younger ones, are voicing discomfort with open showers, single toilets, and unclean conditions, clashing with the inclusive, “Ted Lasso-style” culture they’re trying to build. While Macedon Ranges Shire Council has allocated funds, it’s far from enough; state and federal grants are slow to materialize, with some politicians blaming cuts to women’s sports funding. Clubs are determined to evolve, but without urgent infrastructure upgrades, the dream of truly supporting the next generation of female footy stars remains out of reach.

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