NorZone Premier League

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NorZone Premier League
Founded2006
CountryAustralia
Number of teams7
Level on pyramid 2
Promotion toN/A
Domestic cup(s) Australia Cup
Current champions Hellenic Athletic
(2022)
Current premiers Mindil Aces FC
Website footballnt.com.au
Current: 2023 NorZone Premier League

The NorZone Premier League is a semi-professional soccer league in Darwin, Australia. The NorZone Premier League is one of three top tier state-level soccer competition in the Northern Territory of Australia. It comprises teams within the NorZone region, centred in Darwin and the surrounding rural areas. The league is conducted by the state administrative body, Football Northern Territory.

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Clubs

The following clubs are participating in the 2022 NorZone Premier League.

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