The Huddle

The Huddle The Huddle is a joint initiative of the North Melbourne Football Club, the Scanlon Foundation and the

The Huddle was established in 2010 as the community arm of the North Melbourne Football Club in partnership with the Scanlon Foundation and the Australian Multicultural Foundation. It was established to engage, support and empower young people to build on their strengths, increase their ability to participate in society and contribute to more socially inclusive communities. Since its inception, ov

er 100,000 young people from across Australia have engaged with The Huddle's programs. Our programs span across sport and recreation, education and careers, social inclusion, digital skills and civic participation. We aim to provide young people with programs that will help them learn, grow and belong.

2012 Winner – Victorian Premier’s Community Harmony Award
2013 Winner – Sports Leadership Award
2014 Winner – Minister’s Award for Community Sport and Recreation
2016 Winner – Centre for Multicultural Youth MY Education Award
2016 Winner – Melbourne Award, Contribution to Multiculturalism by a Community Organisation

A huge thank you to the Shepparton Bears Junior Football Club for joining us at our Round 15 clash against the Tigers! I...
25/06/2026

A huge thank you to the Shepparton Bears Junior Football Club for joining us at our Round 15 clash against the Tigers!

It was fantastic to have your players and family members at the game, helping create an incredible atmosphere as North Melbourne secured the win.

Thanks for being part of it, we can't wait to see you all back again soon!

23/06/2026

Hitting the road with The Huddle crew. 🚙

Hop in with our team for a behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life! We’re heading out to Werribee Primary School for our final True North session with an amazing group of Grade Fours.

From running high-energy collaboration workshops to helping the students design a brand-new school mascot, see how our team helps build stronger, more connected communities every day.

What a fantastic day at our Huddle Up! In Community Hubs Basketball GalaIt was incredible to see so many women and mothe...
19/06/2026

What a fantastic day at our Huddle Up! In Community Hubs Basketball Gala

It was incredible to see so many women and mothers getting active, building confidence, and showing off the skills they've developed throughout the program.

A huge thank you to our amazing program partners, Community Hubs Australia and Latrobe Health Services, whose ongoing support helps participants get active and stay active.

We'd also like to thank the Wyndham Basketball Association for their support on the day and for helping make the gala such a success.

We're already looking forward to the next one!

Name a better combo than The Huddle and a tournament… we’ll wait Whether it’s game-winning moments, sideline celebration...
02/06/2026

Name a better combo than The Huddle and a tournament… we’ll wait

Whether it’s game-winning moments, sideline celebrations or seeing new friendships form, tournament days always bring the vibes.

What sport should take over next?

Still reminiscing on the excitement before Cultural Heritage Series!The energy before, during and after the game reminde...
29/05/2026

Still reminiscing on the excitement before Cultural Heritage Series!

The energy before, during and after the game reminded us what this series is all about, bringing people together through sport.

Thanks again to Study Melbourne and the AFL for their support!

18/05/2026

Our youth. Our community. Our potential.

The Huddle is proud to be a supporter of the TARGET ZER0 campaign that will feature across Melbourne’s west, sharing a different story about young people and what keeps communities safe.

This campaign is about connection, care and shared responsibility. Because when we back young people to thrive, our whole community is stronger.

Learn more at targetzero.org.au

08/05/2026

A record breaking Autumn, with over 300 Huddle Holidays participants! 🍂

We wrapped up our biggest Huddle Holidays program yet, with 300+ young people joining us to learn, grow, and belong.

From the curiosity of our Juniors meeting sugar gliders to the grit of our Seniors tackling mountain bike trails, it’s been a season of building confidence and making memories that will last a lifetime.

A massive thank you to our participants, families, and partners: Department of Education and Training (DET), Community Bank Seddon , the City of Melbourne, Wyndham City Council, The Y, 13cabs and HOKA

Read the full story here: https://www.thehuddle.org.au/latest-stories/making-the-most-of-the-autumn-holidays

07/05/2026

First time feeling footy fever at Welcome To AFL! 🏉

07/05/2026

1,000+ new fans welcomed with an unforgettable day at the footy! 🦘

This year’s Welcome To AFL during the Round 6 Cultural Heritage Series was a historic success. From first kicks on Marvel Stadium to the roar of a Roos win, it was all about belonging.

A massive thank you to our partners and for making Welcome To AFL possible, and shoutout to for MCing the day!

06/05/2026

1,000+ new fans welcomed with an unforgettable day at the footy! 🦘

This year, Welcome to AFL returned bigger than ever as part of the Cultural Heritage Series. We welcomed over 1,000 participants from 83 different backgrounds to immerse themselves in footy culture, many for the very first time!

From the guard of honour to the final siren, it was a day of breaking down barriers and building lasting connections. Welcome to the North Melbourne family!

A massive thank you to our partners Study Melbourne, 13cabs, and the AFL for making Welcome to AFL possible!

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204-206 Arden Street
North Melbourne, VIC
3051

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