AFLW trailblazer out to find future Indigenous stars

Aliesha Newman began her AFLW career with Melbourne and hangs up the boots after 67 games. (Michael Dodge/AAP PHOTOS)

Closing the curtains on her AFLW career, Aliesha Newman is ready to embark on her off-field mission to increase Indigenous participation in the women's competition.

The Ningy Ningy woman will play in her 67th and final game when GWS host Port Adelaide at Henson Park, calling time after 10 seasons in the elite game.