Wangaratta's Michael Newton opens up on why he picked Magpies over Rovers

Brent Godde
Updated April 26 2019 - 1:09pm, first published 11:30am
HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS: Wangaratta star Michael Newton takes time out at his Whorouly dairy farm, where he returned in 2016 after stints in the AFL and SANFL. Picture: MARK JESSER
HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS: Wangaratta star Michael Newton takes time out at his Whorouly dairy farm, where he returned in 2016 after stints in the AFL and SANFL. Picture: MARK JESSER

Michael Newton played 28 matches at the highest level and in a flag with SANFL powerhouse Norwood before joining Wangaratta in 2016. Widely regarded as the O&M's premier player, Newton has won a flag, Did Simpson medal and Doug Strang medal. And while it seems he has accomplished most things in football, the chance of another flag is what keeps the Magpies star motivated. Newton spoke to The Border Mail's BRENT GODDE this week.

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Brent Godde

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