Mount Barker Football Club
With over 400 players, across all grades and both Men’s and Women’s teams, this is the best club in the hills! GO ROOS!
Established in 1881, the Mt Barker Football Inc. club is the largest community club in the Adelaide Hills.






































In the lead‑up to our Roos Past Players and Officials Day on the 8th of August, we’re putting together something special to celebrate the people who helped shape the Club across the decades. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing a series of posts featuring photos from years gone by — the characters, the champions, the volunteers, and the familiar faces who built the Roos spirit long before today’s squads pulled on the jumper. It’s a chance to honour the history that still echoes through the Club today.These photos capture more than just moments in time; they tell stories of muddy boots, road trips, big wins, tough losses, and the friendships that made it all worthwhile. Whether you played, coached, ran water, worked the scoreboard, or cheered from the boundary, these snapshots are part of your legacy. We hope they spark memories, conversations, and maybe even a few laughs as people recognise faces they haven’t seen in years.As each post goes up, we invite everyone — past players, officials, supporters, and families — to enjoy the nostalgia and see how many people you can identify. Tag your mates, share your stories, and help us bring these moments back to life. It’s all part of building excitement for a day that celebrates the Roos community across generations. We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible on the 8th August.This is part 1 of this series. How many Mt Barker players can you name? As a hint, this photo is from 1999 and the player on the left is still actively involved in the Club. … See MoreSee Less
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At McDonald’s Mount Barker and Mount Barker South, we know what it takes to be part of a team. If you’re looking for a flexible, supportive, and fast-paced environment, we’ve got a spot on our crew for you.We’re looking for reliable, hard-working, team-first people who know how to show up, work together, and stay cool under pressure, just like you do on the field.We have a variety of Casual positions available including customer service and food preparation roles. As a 24-hour business, we provide flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability. Working days and hours may be subject to change to meet the restaurant's requirements. This role is ideal for motivated individuals wanting to learn more about the business and being able to seek further development into management roles in the future.Join us and become part of the Maccas team! careers.mcdonalds.com.au … See MoreSee Less
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Shelie Barker is this week’s Volunteer of the Week for the Roos, and it’s a recognition that feels long overdue. Her connection to the Club runs deep, beginning many years ago when her three children first laced up their boots in Auskick. As they grew and progressed through the grades all the way to Senior Football, Shelie has never been far from the action — always ready to lend a hand, step into a role, or support the teams in any way she could.Over the years, Shelie has worn many hats: Team Manager for multiple sides, sideline Photographer capturing the moments that matter, and a reliable go‑to whenever something needed doing. Her willingness to pitch in, week after week and season after season, has made her a familiar and trusted presence across the Club.Today, Shelie continues her commitment in one of her most impactful roles yet — the Club’s Senior Women’s Football Director. Her leadership, organisation, and passion have helped strengthen the women’s program and create an environment where players feel supported, valued, and proud to represent the Roos. It’s a role that demands time, energy, and heart, and Shelie brings all three in abundance.The Roos are incredibly fortunate to have volunteers like Shelie who embody what community sport is all about. Her dedication has shaped teams, supported families, and helped build the Club culture we’re proud of.Congratulations, Shelie — and thank you for everything you continue to do for the blue and white.Shelie will receive a $50 voucher for The Barker Hotel. … See MoreSee Less
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Join footy greats, Mark Riccuito and Craig McRae, at The Barker Hotel on Friday 24th July for an unforgettable lunch.Two footy greats. One unforgettable lunch.Join 2023 Collingwood premiership coach Craig McRae and 2003 Brownlow Medallist and 1998 Adelaide premiership player Mark Ricciuto for Magpies in July at The Barker.🍽 Three-course lunch🍷 Three-hour drinks packageFriday 24 July | $120pp + BFBook your ticket: tix.yt/magpies-in-july … See MoreSee Less
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People First Bank are proud to help our local communities on and off the field. That’s why we’ve arranged a series of offers to help you kickstart your financial goals as well. Visit: bit.ly/4a6nFbY for more information or reach out to Shayne Sanders from the People First Bank team at 0400 302 581 to start your banking journey today. … See MoreSee Less
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𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐁 𝐀 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄 𝐃𝐄𝐁𝐔𝐓 – 𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐋𝐀𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐘After making his B Grade return in late May following a long-term injury layoff, Lachlan May stepped back into A Grade last Saturday at Blackwood — a moment many around the club had been eagerly waiting for.His determination, class, mental resilience and sheer will-power have been on show throughout his comeback, highlighted by an incredible four best-player nods from his four games, including in his A Grade return last weekend.We’re thrilled to have Lachlan in the blue and white and performing at such a high level.Well done, Lachlan — a fantastic achievement! … See MoreSee Less
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What an incredible effort from our U18s Darcy Pallant and Millan Spencer, alongside their Lobethal Football Club school mates.This weekend they’re taking on an unbelievable challenge — running 500km in just 24 hours — all to support their friend who is courageously fighting a brave battle.Their determination, their mateship, and their willingness to push themselves for someone they care about is truly inspiring.Well done, boys. If you’d like to support their cause, the link is in the post.💛 🐯 U18 Footy Boys Running 500kms for Cancer 🐯 💛This weekend there may be no footy on the field, but ten mates from school, seven being from the Lobethal Football Club under 18s, will be taking on a challenge far bigger than any game.LFC team mates Oscar, Sebe, Gus, Marrakai, Tom, Paddy and Jordie will join school friends Millan, Darcy + Henry in running 500km over 24 hours in support of their friend, Alex Kain, as she bravely fights Stage 3 Childhood Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Every step they take is for Alex, and to help raise funds for the Childhood Cancer Research Foundation.Their challenge begins at 8am on Saturday 11 July and finishes at 8am on Sunday 12 July at the Lobethal Recreation Ground.If you can, come along and cheer them on, buy a sausage, grab some raffle tickets, or simply show your support. Every donation, every kind word and every lap cheered from the sidelines will help keep these boys going.This is what the Lobethal Football community is all about, mates standing beside each other when it matters most.Sausage Sizzle [from 1pm] – $2 / Raffle Tickets – $2 each or 3 for $5 / Bar open from 1pm – 8pmLet’s get behind them as they eat, sleep, run, repeat for 24 hours.If you would like to donate you can do so here: gofund.me/aa35b03a6 … See MoreSee Less
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Congrats to the Roo Boys who have been selected in the Sturt U15 Boys Development Squads.Riley Heard, Gabe Sanders, Charlie Beaumont and Hayden Bunn have all been selected in Sturt's Country Squad whilst Sam Hancock (not pictured) is in the Metro Squad.They will play in the U15 Boys Intrastate Carnival on the 14-16 July.Good luck boys! … See MoreSee Less
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ORDER YOUR MERCH NOW!Hoodies, tees, gear you’ll actually wear! If you want to rock club colours, this is your moment. Open for a limited time only (some lines not available).🦘💙Don't miss out!uniformshopsa.com.au/collections/mount-barker-football-clubPlease allow 2-3 weeks from time of order. … See MoreSee Less
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