2026 VAFA Finals Fixture – September 19-20
The fixture has been released for Week 5 of the 2026 VAFA Finals Series, featuring William Buck Premier Women’s & Reserves Grand Finals, William Buck Premier Men’s Preliminary & Grand
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TICKETS TO THE BIG V LUNCHEON ARE ON SALE NOW
Tickets are now on sale to the 2026 Big V Luncheon, proudly presented by CitiPower. Join us as we celebrate the prestigious Big V Club, honour our 2026 inductees, and recognise this year’s Senior Women’s and Men’s Big V Representative Teams. A highlight of the event will be the official Big V jumper presentations for both the Women’s and Men’s teams — a special moment you won’t want to miss.
Buy tickets here.

VAFA CLUBS HONOUR ANZAC DAY
One of the most meaningful occasions on the VAFA calendar, ANZAC Day presented an opportunity for clubs across the league to honour those who served for Australia and New Zealand, many of which had long ties to our VAFA community. Of these clubs included Therry Penola and Beaumaris, pictured below.


PLAYER MILESTONES IN ROUND 3
Congratulations to the following VAFA players who will reach special milestones this week in Round 3. La Trobe University’s Eve Conlan will reach 50 games, while North Brunswick captain Cameron Lee will play his 100th for the Bulls. From St Bernards, Oliver Liberatore reaches 100 VAFA games, and Ethan Schumann will also reach 100 games for the Snowdogs.
Player milestones are a significant achievement, not only for each player but for the clubs who nurture these individuals to play the game they love. Go well!

KEW TO CELEBRATE 150TH GALA
Kew Football Club will celebrate a significant milestone with its historic 150th Year Gala Dinner on Saturday, June 27. This special evening will honour the players, coaches, committees, volunteers, supporters, friends and families who have shaped the club across generations. For more information and to purchase tickets, head here.

The fixture has been released for Week 5 of the 2026 VAFA Finals Series, featuring William Buck Premier Women’s & Reserves Grand Finals, William Buck Premier Men’s Preliminary & Grand
A commanding performance has seen University Blues progress straight through to their first Premier Men’s Grand Final since 2019, while Old Brighton’s premiership defence is over after an incredible First
Preston Bullants 12.9 (81) def Kew 3.11 (29) After a dominant season, and an assertive finals campaign, Preston have won the Grand Final for Division 1 by 52 points, overrunning
The VAFA is proud to celebrate the outstanding contributions of coaches who go above and beyond to support their clubs and embody the values of our community. Each month, we
