AFL Barwon provides governance and strategy development for Football and Netball across the Barwon region.

We are seeking applicants for voluntary opportunities that are ideal for individuals seeking hands-on experience in Communications, Media, Content Creation and Journalism within a sporting environment.

Successful candidates will work closely with the AFL Barwon team, contributing to communications strategy, supporting social media engagement, and creating content that showcases the energy and stories of the local football and netball community. 

Available Positions & Responsibilities include:

Barwon Bulletin Delivery

• Coordinate the production and distribution of AFL Barwon’s weekly communications, ensuring content is timely, accurate, and engaging.

 TikTok Management

• Manage the AFL Barwon TikTok account, creating content and growing the audience in line with the 2026 AFL Barwon Communications Strategy.

Feature Writing / Reporting

• Research and prepare feature articles highlighting key stories, players, clubs, and events from across the region.

Content Creation & Social Media Support

• Assist with content creation and scheduling across AFL Barwon’s social platforms, helping to tell the stories that matter to our community.

The work experience roles are voluntary and require availability for the duration of the 2026 Football & Netball season. The positions will primarily work during standard business hours, though opportunities for after-hours or weekend work may arise during peak periods.

The successful candidate(s) will be expected to be based from the AFL Barwon office located in Geelong, Victoria.

To apply, please send your resume and a brief explanation of your interest in this opportunity to Sean Atkinson, Commercial Partnerships & Communications Manager at AFL Barwon, via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Applications will be monitored and actioned as they are received.

AFL Barwon is excited to launch Court Clash 26 supported by The Athlete's Foot — the ultimate tune-up event to kick-start your 2026 netball season in style! 

Set at Kardinia Park, this high-energy, tournament-style day is designed for A and B grade squads, delivering quality match play, strong competition, and a genuine finals-like feel before the season begins.

The event is open to clubs from across the entire Barwon Region, providing match ups of non-traditional opponents.

Court Clash 26 details are as follows:

Sunday 22 March 2026
Kardinia Park Netball Courts

Teams will compete in pool matches, playing a minimum of three games (subject to final team numbers) followed by finals to award the winners - raising the intensity and excitement as the day unfolds. 

This format provides the perfect opportunity to:

• Fine-tune combinations and rotations
• Build match fitness and on-court cohesion
• Test structures in a competitive, finals-style environment
• Enjoy a fun, well-organised pre-season event

 Entry Fee: $150 +GST per team (to cover umpire costs) 

And the ultimate prize awaits…
The tournament champions will take home a complimentary pair of The Athlete's Foot shoes of their choice for every participating player — a massive reward to kick off the season. 

Don’t miss your spot!

AFL Barwon are pleased to invite (Foundation - Level 1 coaches) to the AFL Victoria Elevate Coaching Practices Program (formerly the Level 2 Coaching Course), designed to support coaches at youth level and above wanting to further develop their coaching capability and deepen their understanding of modern coaching methods.

The program will be held at:

AFL Barwon Headquarters
204 Roslyn Road, Highton, Geelong.
Sunday 8 February 2026
9:30am – 4:00pm

This workshop will provide practical learning opportunities, modern coaching methodology, and development aligned to the evolving needs of community football. Whether you’re continuing your coaching journey or stepping into a new age group or role, this is a valuable professional development opportunity.

To enrol in this wonderful free coach development opportunity please click this LINK noting that only those who are registered coaches in 2025 or 2026 are able to login and enrol to this elevate coaching course.

Please refer any queries to:

Tim Secombe This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Barwon Heads and Ocean Grove have confirmed hosting arrangements for two key matches for the upcoming season, with venue changes required due to upcoming infrastructure works.

Barwon Heads will host the Round 11 match on Saturday, 13 June at Howard Harmer Oval, providing the club with the opportunity to play at home before major redevelopment works commence.

Ocean Grove will then host the Round 20 match on Saturday, 22 August at Shell Road Recreation Reserve.

Barwon Heads Football Netball Club’s facilities are scheduled to undergo significant reconstruction from mid-June 2026. As a result, the club will not have access to its rooms from that point onward, creating logistical challenges in hosting home games for the remainder of the season.

The adjusted venue arrangements ensure continuity of the competition while allowing essential facility upgrades to progress. 

The updated version of the 2026 Dow Bellarine Football Netball League Fixture can be found here.