Flag Feature: The Saints came marching in (Part 1)
When the St Mary’s and Salesian Old Collegians football clubs merged in 2008, the hope was that the power of the combined entity would deliver sustained on-field success. However, the
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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 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
VAFA confirms 2026 Men’s Divisional competition structure
The VAFA has finalised the Men’s Divisional competition structures for the 2026 season following an extensive consultation period with clubs. Division 1 will remain a 10 team competition in 2026.
Flag feature: Power House – from wilderness to wonderland
It’s been a long, hard road for Power House since they went 16-2 to win the 2017 Division 3 minor premiership. They would ultimately lose that Grand Final to UHS-VU,
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
Flag feature: T-time in 2025
Old Trinity coach and seasoned footy veteran Donald McDonald knew the sick feeling starting to churn inside him all too well. As he entered a shellshocked room immediately after the
VAFA Alumni get the chance to live their dream at AFL Draft
It was another great night for the VAFA at the 2025 AFL National Draft, as a handful of VAFA alumni received the opportunity to chase their footballing dream at the
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