Sir Doug Nicholls Round
Join us as we celebrate the rich Indigenous culture that makes our game so special.
Connection to country at the forefront: Carlton release 2026 Indigenous guernsey
Our 2026 Indigenous guernsey is designed by Larrakia artist Cian McCue. The guernsey will be worn in Sir Doug Nicholls Rounds, 10 and 11.
READ MOREOur 2026 Indigenous merchandise range is here
Featuring artwork designed by Larrakia artist Cian McCue.
SHOP NOWA closer look
The artwork is centred around the seven seasons on the Larrakia calendar. Each season represented by a plant or animal.
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Balnba
Wet season brings shellfish hunting in the mangroves.
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Dalay
Crocs nest and lay eggs throughout the monsoon.
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Mayilema
This sees dragonflies start to come out. It is heading into the dry season.
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Damibila
Barramundi will make their way towards sea from the floodplains.
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Dinidjangama
Floodplains are starting to dry up and the water lilies are in bloom.
"To share our culture, is special"
Jesse Motlop speaks on his Larrakia connection to the artwork created by Cian McCue, and the importance of Sir Doug Nicholls Round.
LISTENHear from proud Wiradjuri man and renowned photographer, Joshua Scott.
As he speaks on his creative process while on a shoot and his experience shooting sports icons.
WATCH NOWFrom the very beginning
Before Syd Jackson and Cyril Mann, before Barry Cable and the brothers Krakouer, came Alf Egan – Alfred George Egan – the first known Indigenous footballer to have represented both clubs at senior League level.
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