Overview
- Hatherleigh defeated Tantanoola 14.12 (96) to 5.5 (35) in the Mid South East A Grade grand final, a result reported across regional outlets.
- The victory gives Hatherleigh its third consecutive A Grade premiership and was described by local reports as a dominant, authority‑asserting performance.
- Local match coverage highlighted how Hatherleigh controlled the game from start to finish, limiting Tantanoola to five goals while posting a 61‑point margin.
- Regional editions also carried grassroots results and community news, including a tight junior netball match where North Gambier beat West Gambier 41–40 and items on angling, an aged‑care garden project, a mental‑health fundraiser and indoor bowls successes.
- The three‑peat strengthens Hatherleigh’s standing in the Limestone Coast community and raises expectations for rival clubs and local player recruitment next season.