The wait is finally over! The Alice Springs Masters Games is back, celebrating 40 years of Australia's original Friendly Games.
From familiar faces returning for another round to first-time competitors ready to make their mark, Alice Springs is set for eight days of sporting action, friendly rivalry and unforgettable memories.
Throughout the week, The Friendly Games Daily will bring you the latest sporting highlights, medal moments, standout performances and stories of the people who make the Games so special.
And what better way to kick things off than with tonight's Opening Ceremony at ANZAC Oval, featuring Baby Animals, Choirboys and Stuart Joel Nuggett!
So, lace up your shoes, reconnect with your teammates, smash some goals and get ready for a week of good sport and great stories.
Let the Friendly Games begin!
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