VAFA & News Corp announce new 2-year Kommunity TV broadcast partnership

The Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) is delighted to announce a new two-year broadcast partnership with News Corp Australia’s live streaming platform, Kommunity TV, extending through to the end of the 2027 season.

As part of the agreement, Kommunity TV will provide exclusive live streaming coverage of 18 William Buck Premier Men’s matches across both the 2026 & 2027 home and away seasons, along with live coverage of all William Buck Premier Men’s finals.

In an exciting first for the competition, Kommunity TV will also become the home of live streaming for the Holmesglen Under 19 Premier Men’s competition, featuring a weekly Match of the Round and full finals coverage.

Additional non-exclusive Premier Men’s blockbuster matches will also be simulcast on Kommunity TV across the next two seasons.

VAFA CEO Jason Reddick said the renewed partnership reflects the continued growth and reach of the competition.

“We’re pleased to extend our highly successful broadcast agreement with KommunityTV, and further elevate the visibility of the VAFA competition.

“The quality of the broadcast product over the past three years has been exceptional, and we see a clear opportunity to build on this momentum.

“This partnership renewal reinforces our commitment to showcasing the VAFA on a broader stage and ensuring our community stays connected to William Buck Premier Men’s games and, excitingly, extends to showcasing our Holmesglen Under 19 Premier Men’s competition.”

VAFA Executive General Manager of Commercial, Glen Towers, said:

“Following the strong success of our partnership with KommunityTV, we’re delighted to extend the agreement for a further two-year period. The expansion of live streaming coverage has played a significant role in growing the visibility and accessibility of the VAFA competition.

“This renewal is a fantastic outcome for the VAFA, our clubs and our highly valued commercial partners as we continue to broaden our reach and connect more people with VAFA football through the extensive News Corp network.”

News Corp Sports Commercial Partnerships Editor, Tim Morrissey, said:

“KommunityTV was excited to again partner with the VAFA to provide expanded live coverage of the 2026 season.

“Our increased and ongoing investment into live streaming the 2026 VAFA season underlines our commitment to continue providing the best coverage of local football in Australia,” Mr Morrissey said.

“We are excited this year to be expanding our coverage to showcase the best of the VAFA’s emerging young talents who are excelling in the Under 19 competition.”

Kommunity TV’s 2026 VAFA coverage will feature a Premier Men’s-Under 19 Premier double-header on every Saturday of the home & away season.

It kicks off with a double premiership flag unfurling at Brighton Beach Oval this Saturday, as Old Brighton’s William Buck Premier Men’s team hosts St Bernard’s from 1.55pm, followed by the Tonners’ Holmesglen Under 19 Premier side hosting St Kevin’s in a Grand Final rematch under lights from 4.45pm.

About Kommunity TV

Kommunity TV is News Corp Australia’s community sport live streaming platform, accessible via a full digital subscription to the Herald Sun, Geelong Advertiser, and other News Corp metropolitan publications.

The platform provides access to a wide range of grassroots sports, alongside national and international news, sport, politics, weather, and entertainment.

Visit kommunitytv.com.au for the latest streams and updates.