Big V Coaching applications open
With three of our four 2025 Big V head coaches taking up fantastic opportunities to further their footballing careers, applications are now open to coach the: The Big V Women
VAFA News
VAFA ex-President awarded OAM in Australia Day Honours
The VAFA congratulates former President Andrew Langford-Jones on receiving an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for his services to community football and golf in the 2026 Australia Day Honours list.
Three new VAFA Life Members anointed
The VAFA congratulates Ian Cordner, Davina Connors-Calhaem, and Michael Sholly who were approved as Life Members at the 2025 VAFA Annual General Meeting last week. The nominations were introduced by
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
2026 William Buck Premier Men’s Fixture released
The 2026 William Buck Premier Men’s fixture has been unveiled, with Old Brighton to unfurl its first senior men’s flag in the opening round against St Bernard’s on Saturday April
Martin Stillman joins VAFA as Executive Manager Football & Projects
Having undertaken a review of our VAFA staffing structure, we are thrilled to announce that experienced sports administrator Martin Stillman has accepted the role of Executive Manager Football & Projects.
2026 William Buck Premier Women’s Section Structure released
Following consultation with our clubs, the VAFA is pleased to confirm the 2026 Section Structure for our William Buck Premier Women’s competition. The restructuring has been based on two key
VAFA Tribunal Members & Investigators Expression of Interest
The VAFA Independent Tribunal plays a fundamental role in ensuring the VAFA competition remains safe and clean competition where offensive, violent or abusive incidents are not tolerated. The Tribunal strives
2026 Season Start Date & Men’s Premier Section Structure
The 2026 VAFA Football Season will commence on Saturday, 18th April, two weeks after Easter following strong feedback from many club Presidents suggesting that the length of the season was
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