The Courier's footy experts have dissected all the big news from the opening rounds of the Ballarat Football Netball League and the Central Highlands football netball leagues.

Watch the Sunday Session below to find out all you need to know from a bumper start to the season.

Our experts, Matt Currill (BFNL) and Ollie Nash (CHFL/CHNL), have also analysed some of the most interesting aspects of the opening weekend.

Ollie cast his eye over one of the most even starts to the CHFL in recent history, while Matt delved into the "Dusty role" one East Point recruit took on in fine fashion.

The Courier's photographers were out-and-about too. Check out their great snaps from round one here.

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