Burnside Heights

Football Club

Established in 2012, the Burnside Heights Football Club (the “Bears”) has become a home for sportsmanship, camaraderie, and excellence in the heart of our community. 

 

The Club currently fields 13 teams in the EDFL Men's and Women's competitions,  and continues to grow across all age groups.

Burnside Heights Bears Football Club

Bears Budgy Smugglers

It's not a matter of want, it's a matter of need, and you need these. 


When you pull on your very own pair of Bears Budgy Smugglers you will turn heads, and very possibly stomachs, but who cares?  Not you.


Order yours today.

Burnside Heights Bears Football Club

We will also have a pop-up store at the Club on the 13th and 14th of June.

King’s Birthday Sale

Grab your Bears Merchandise before it all goes!

June 4th to 14th

King's Birthday Sale at Burnside Heights Football Club
Burnside Heights Bears Football Club

2026 Annual General Meeting Notice

Burnside Heights Football Club advises all members that the 2026 Annual General Meeting will be held on:


When: Monday 23 November 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: Burnside Heights Recreation Reserve — Clubrooms


The AGM is an important opportunity for members to hear the Club's formal annual reports, review the year that has been, and participate in the Club's governance and future direction.


We encourage all members to attend and be part of the continued growth and development of the Bears.


Burnside Heights Bears Football Club

2027 Pre-Season

Burnside Heights Recreation Reserve

Monday 9th Nov - Men's Seniors, Under 18.5s & Under 16s

6:00pm - Meet the Coaches

6:45pm - Training


Wednesday 11th Nov - Women's Seniors, U19s & U16s

7:00pm - Meet the Coaches


Monday 16 Nov - Juniors U8s, U10s, U12s & U14s

5:00pm - Training


Monday 16 Nov - Women's Seniors, U19s & U16s

6:00pm - Training



Pre-season Training at Burnside Heights Football Club

Now taking Expressions of Interest

Netball with the Bears

We are excited to be preparing for the Autumn 2027 season and are looking forward to welcoming new and returning players to the Burnside Heights Bears!


We are hoping to establish teams in:

U9's | U11's | U13's | U15's | Seniors


This is an expression of interest, not official registration. Team availability, competition nights and age groups will depend on player numbers and competition arrangements. Further information regarding registration, fees and training will be shared once details are confirmed.

Junior Girls Footy Expression of Interest

If you're looking to play in our Junior Girls program for the upcoming season 2026, and you haven't played for the club before, please complete a registration of interest by clicking on the button below.

Junior Girls Footy at Burnside Heights Football Club

Junior Boys Footy Expression of Interest

If you're looking to play for one of our Junior teams during season 2026, and you haven't played for the club before, please complete a registration of interest by clicking on the button below.

The Bears


The Burnside Heights Football Club - known as the Bears - were formed in 2012. Located near Caroline Springs and Taylors Hill in the City of Melton, the Bears are an Aussie Rules football club who compete in the Essendon District Football League.  The club fields Junior and Senior teams for both male and female players.


Offering two large grounds both with adequate car parking and lighting plus great amenities, the Bears can offer players and families a great experience.

Burnside Heights Bears Football Club

Registrations Now Open

You can register as a Player, Team Manager, Volunteer or Medical Officer at PlayHQ by clicking the button below.

Burnside Heights Bears Football Club
Burnside Heights Bears Football Club
Burnside Heights Bears Football Club

Merchandise & Uniforms

Find all your Game Day playing uniform items here as well as general Club merchandise.  Pickup only.

Burnside Heights Bears Football Club
Burnside Heights Bears Football Club
Burnside Heights Bears Football Club

Memberships

Choose from three Burnside Heights Football Club memberships.  Club, Bear Cave & Grizzly Bear. Starting at $50.

Burnside Heights Bears Football Club
Burnside Heights Bears Football Club
Burnside Heights Bears Football Club

Sponsor a Player

Player Sponsorship packages are now available.  Promote your business whilst helping the player of your choice.

Burnside Heights Bears Football Club
Burnside Heights Bears Football Club

Home Ground

Burnside Heights Recreation Reserve
115 Tenterfield Drive
Burnside Heights VIC 3023

( Melways Ref: 13 A11 )
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