Community Umpiring legend Steve Aarons
Every weekend, while most VAFA supporters head to their local ground with a scarf and pie in hand, Steve Aarons turns up with a whistle and a faded green VAFA
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VAFA Club Connect Club of the Month – May
The VAFA Club Connect Club of the Month award recognises a VAFA club who through its actions both on and off the field, best exhibits the values of the VAFA,
Help tackle gambling harm in community footy – have your say & WIN
Have you heard of The Real Stakes? This program has been rolled-out across the VAFA, educating and empowering committees, coaches and athletes to address harm from online sports betting. Whether
‘Once a Shark, always a Shark’ – Beaumaris shining bright for Holly & Bianca this weekend
Beaumaris Football Club will celebrate the lives of Holly Bowles and Bianca Jones this weekend, with their inaugural ‘Shining Bright for Holly & Bianca’ weekend. Holly and Bianca tragically lost
BCNA Awareness Round 2025: Clubs making a difference
The 2025 VAFA’s Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) Round took place during the weekend of May 9–11, aligning with Mother’s Day on May 11. Many clubs also showed their support
Recognising VAFA’s True Champions – Our Volunteers
As we celebrate National Volunteer Week 2025 (19–25 May), the VAFA proudly thanks the amazing volunteers who are the heart of our clubs. From setting up early in the morning
Tackle Your Feelings: Empowering VAFA Clubs to Prioritise Mental Health
The Tackle Your Feelings (TYF) program continues to make a significant impact across the VAFA community, offering free, 90-minute sessions led by qualified psychologists. These sessions are designed to improve
Share your experience of The Real Stakes program
The Real Stakes program, led by the Victorian Amateur Football Association, Adelaide Footy League and Perth Football League is focused on raising awareness of the harm that can be caused
Mazenod and North Brunswick leading the way in Toyota Good for Footy Raffle
The Toyota Good for Footy Raffle continues to be an outstanding fundraising opportunity for local football clubs across Australia. This entirely not-for-profit initiative allows clubs to raise money directly for
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