2026 VAFA On-Field Rule Changes
The VAFA have introduced a number of rule changes across all competitions ahead of the 2026 season. The rule changes are in line with the AFL rule changes which were
Umpires
VAFA and SMJFL Extend Umpire Partnership into 2026
The VAFA is pleased to announce the extension of its Umpire Partnership with the South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) for the 2026 season. The partnership, which has played a
2026 VAFA umpire registrations open
As the Umpiring Group takes a well-deserved break during off season, the VAFA is excited to open 2026 Umpire Registrations on Officials HQ. Returning Umpires Returning umpires should log in
Vale Ben Austin
The VAFA community is in mourning after umpire Ben Austin tragically passed away following a cricketing accident. Ben was an emerging star in the VAFA umpiring scene, officiating in the
Umpiring team announced for 2025 William Buck Premier Men’s Grand Final
The VAFA is delighted to announce the umpiring panel that will officiate in the 2025 William Buck Premier Men’s Grand Final, being held on Friday September 26 at Elsternwick Park
VAFA Umpires selected for V/Line Cup
The VAFA is excited to announce the umpires selected for the upcoming V/Line Cup from 22nd – 24th September in Ballarat. The V/Line Cup is Victoria’s Premier Under 15’s championship
Big V Representative Umpires appointed
The VAFA is proud to announce the umpires who have the honour of being selected to represent the VAFA in this weekend’s Big V games against the Perth Football League
VAFA Umpire Registrations hit the 600 milestone during Umpiring Round
Round 9 on Saturday 14 June is a significant occasion as the VAFA community celebrates Umpiring Round. In exciting news, umpire registrations for 2025 have increased significantly over the past
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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