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10/5/25 - Anglesea vs Portarlington

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10/5/25 - Apollo Bay vs Colac Imperials

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Respect Means More Than The Result

Download a Canva template via the button below to promote respect at your club!

At AFL Barwon, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for everyone involved in our game — players, coaches, umpires, volunteers, and supporters alike.

Whether you're on the field, on the sidelines, or supporting from afar, your words and actions matter.

✅ Support in an positive way
✅ Encourage fair play and sportsmanship
✅ Respect our umpires and volunteers — the game doesn't run without them
✅ Be kind online — what you say behind a screen still has real impact

Let’s lead by example and make sure footy and netball remain spaces where our whole community can thrive.

If you see or experience behaviour that doesn’t align with these values, report it to your club. If there are still concerns beyond this, please don't hesitate to reach out to AFL Barwon for support.

Respect the game. Respect each other. Respect yourself.

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Indigenous Round Club Info & Toolkit

Indigenous Round will be held 19-25th of May, highlighting the contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to the games of football and netball. The round celebrates the relationship between local sports and Indigenous Australia by connecting football and netball players and spectators to Indigenous culture.

Download the Toolkit below to understand how your club can get involved, as well as what AFL Barwon is doing to celebrate the round.

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Save The Date - Female Festival of Sport Breakfast
The 2025 Female Festival of Sport Week will be held from the June 30th - July 6th, with the annual Breakfast event held on the 4th of July.

Details of breakfast:
- Date - Friday July 4th
- Location - Geelong West Town Hall
- Time - 6:45am Arrival, 7:00am Start
- Host - Madi Browne
- Panellists - Coming soon
Tickets will be released on June 2.
Game Development Officer Job Opportunity (AFL Victoria)

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Reminders

Rising Star Nominations Now Open! 

AFL Barwon Clubs – Rising Star Nominations Now Open! 

Do you have a rising star lighting up the field or the court?

AFL Barwon, in partnership with the Geelong Times, is now calling for club nominations for the Football and Netball Rising Star Award – recognising the brightest young talent in our region.

This prestigious award celebrates standout players under the age of 21 (as of January 1) from the Bellarine and Geelong Football Netball Leagues and Female Football Competitions, who show exceptional promise and performance on the field or court.

Each month, a Rising Star nominee will be featured in the Geelong Times, with all monthly nominees remaining eligible for the overall Rising Star Award, to be presented at the end of the season. Therefore, you only need to submit the application once for the season.

Eligibility Criteria:

Must be under 21 years of age as of January 1

Must have played no more than 10 Senior Football and A Grade games prior to the start of the current season

Clubs are invited to submit a nomination that includes a short write-up outlining the player’s achievements and why they deserve recognition.

Nominate Here: https://forms.gle/38tcL8rEhRawV41B6

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New Updates

Geelong Cats - Mother's Day Offer

Get ready to see the Geelong Cats take on GWS Giants at GMHBA Stadium on Sunday 11 May!

Secure your seats with this 25% off Joel Selwood Stand seats offer to AFL Barwon

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Times News Group Offer

AFL Barwon Clubs Offer to Feature in Times News Group Publications

AFL Barwon is excited to announce a new initiative with valued partner Times News Group, which will see all Geelong FNL and Bellarine FNL clubs receive dedicated editorial space in their local Times News Group publication.

As part of this partnership, each club will be provided with a half-page editorial opportunity across the 2025 season. This space offers a fantastic platform for clubs to showcase achievements, promote upcoming events, and share important community updates with a broad and engaged local readership.

With content appearing in the regionally aligned editions of the Times News Group – such as the Geelong Times, Surf Coast Times, Bellarine Times, and Golden Plains Times – the initiative ensures clubs can directly reach their local supporters and broader community networks.

To take up this offer throughout the season, please email AFL Barwon Commercial Partnerships Manager,Sean Atkinson for further details.
City of Greater Geelong X Leisure Networks Workshop

Please come along to the upcoming COGG x LN workshop on Fair Access aiming to build the capacity and capabilities of sporting clubs and associated stakeholders. 

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The Great Ocean Road Running Festival

The Great Ocean Road Running Festival, presented by Melrose is only one month away! 

The Ultra Marathon, Melrose Great Ocean Road Marathon and Brooks Half Marathon are already SOLD OUT. There are still opportunities to run our remaining distances, pick from the High Sierra 12KM Trail Run, Srilankan Airlines 6KM Run, Goodness Me 1.5KM Kids Gallop or the Great Ocean Road Walk! 

Lock in your registration and join us on the 17th - 18th May on the Great Ocean Road!

Football

Senior Football

Selected Team Entry Reminder
Selected Team Entry Reminder - Senior Men’s and Women’s Division 1 Football

A reminder to all clubs that selected teams for Senior Men’s and Senior Women’s Division 1 football must be entered into the PlayHQ database by 7:00pm each Thursday night.

Clubs are required to include:
- Playing positions for 18 starting players
- 4 interchange players
- Up to 3 emergencies
Accurate and timely team submissions help enhance coverage and visibility across our media partners and provide greater exposure for your players and club.
Under 18 Male Update

Please note that some necessary adjustments have been made to the Under 18 Round 3 fixture. These changes are part of the grading process, which is essential for AFL Barwon to gather accurate data and make informed decisions regarding post-grading divisions.

As a result, further updates will be made to the Round 4 fixture, with changes to be finalised by 5pm on Monday.

Additionally, we have been advised that Bell Park and St Joseph’s 2 will be merging their Under 18 teams.

If you have any questions regarding these updates, please contact Sean at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Junior Football

Highton All Girls Auskick & Superkick

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Netball

Netball Victoria

Country Football and Netball Program Applications

Applications for the 2025 Country Football and Netball Program are now open

The Country Football and Netball Program helps upgrade and improve regional and outer metro football and netball clubs and associations.
Grants of up to $250,000 are available to deliver infrastructure projects that include the redevelopment and construction of courts, installation of lighting, and construction of new and redevelopment of existing pavilions, including genderneutral change rooms.

If your club, association or league is interested in facility enhancements through this program you should reach out to your local Council representatives or Netball Victoria’s facilities team. Noting that all applications must be submitted via a local government authority.

The 2025 Country Football and Netball Program applications close on 7 July 2025.

More information
Reminder to update details in Netball Connect

Please update all details in Netball Connect under User > Administrators > Our Organisation.

Most importantly, please ensure all committee members are listed as a contact, even if they do not use Netball Connect in an administrative capacity. You can select 'No Admin Access'. Please also ensure all contacts have at least one role listed.

Junior Netball

Representative Netball Fixtures – Monday 12th May
Barwon Junior Netball Championships (FINALS Round 1)
- 13&U (5:20pm): Geelong Central NA v Colac & District FNL; Bellarine FNL v Geelong FNL
- 15&U (6:35pm): Bellarine FNL v Geelong Central NA; Geelong FNL v Colac & District FNL
- 17&U (7:50pm): Geelong FNL v Bellarine FNL; Geelong Central NA v Colac & District FNL
BJNC Fixture Here

Geelong Central Netball Association
- 13&U Geelong FNL vs The Randos @ 7pm, Kardinia Park court 3
- 13&U Bellarine FNL vs CC Eagles Red @ 7pm, Kardinia Park court 1
- 15&U Geelong FNL vs Southern Star Diamonds @ 7:55pm, Kardinia Park court 1
- 15&U Bellarine FNL vs GCNA Turquoise @ 7pm, Kardinia Park court 4
GCNA Fixture Here
Midweek Netball Update
Thank you to everyone for a fantastic first round of Junior Midweek Netball!

See below some important reminders which were sent to clubs earlier this week.

Fixture Round 3:The fixture for Tuesday Round 3 (13th May) has now been released on PlayHQ. The Friday Round 3 fixture will be released later today.

Earrings:Please be reminded that earrings are not permitted to be worn or taped within AFL Barwon Competitions.

Please see the relevant competition rule included below:
- Umpires shall ensure that players:
  - Are wearing no jewellery, earrings, or piercings. No taping of piercings allowed
  - NOTE – wedding ring or medical alert bracelet may be taped.
Umpires should ensure that players are checked pre-game, and any player with taping or earrings in will not be permitted to take the court. Please remove all jewellery prior to umpires conducting their checks.  

Selecting Team Line Up:All teams must have a team line-up selected each week for names to be printed on the scoresheet. This must be completedno later than 10am game day(ideally the night beforehand).

Teams are asked to check that all players are listed on both the scoresheet and position tracking sheet prior to the game starting. If handwriting a name on the scoresheet (player must be registered), please ensure both first AND last name is recorded in legible writing otherwise this player will not be added to the game line up when entering results.

Scoresheets:See attached example scoresheets (Junior Only on Page 3-4) and key pointers below.
- Players must be listed on both the scoresheet and position tracking sheet prior to the game
- Scoresheet used for: 1st quarter starting line-up; goals/attempts allocated to GS or GA; centre passes; progressive score
- Goal attempts are only required for the 17&U age group 
- Position tracking used for: 1st quarter starting line-up; all other position changes, including rolling substitutions and quarter break changes.
- Make sure to annotate when there is a goaler change on the scoresheet so goals can be assigned accurately
League & Media Votes:Clubs can select players each game to be displayed as media votes on PlayHQ. Coaches can nominate media votes by writing 1, 2 or 3 (1 being best) next to the players’ names on the scoresheet, or clubs can enter this themselves through PlayHQ within 24hrs of the game concluding.

Umpires will complete B&F league votes after each Friday night game from Round 5 onwards (post-grading). Midweek umpires are not to be asked to complete club B&F votes. Our umpires have other duties to complete post-game before often going to umpire another game or play themselves.

First Aid:Clubs are reminded that they are responsible for providing first aid kits for all teams. Ice packs are available with the Competition Coordinator at each venue.

11&U Fixtures

All Abilities Fixture

Friday Night Fixture
Example Scoresheets
Midweek Netball Venue Maps

See attached the venue maps for each of our midweek netball venues this season.

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Resource Links

Netball Umpiring

Clubs are required to email through their umpire rosters by the conclusion of each round to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Junior Umpires Starting This Week

With a new season comes new umpires on their very first games! We are so excited to welcome them to umpiring, and look forward to seeing their development over the course of the season. We wish them the best in their umpiring journey!

Please be reminded of the green wristband initiative – if they wear green, they’re under 18!

It goes without saying, however, it is an expectation that all spectators, players, team officials, and anyone present at matches, will not engage in any sort of disrespectful behaviour towards these officials. Poor behaviour will not be tolerated.

If you wouldn’t say it to your own child, grandchild, relative or friend, don’t say it to our umpires!

Club Development

New Updates

New Concussion Hub

New: Play.AFL Concussion Hub

‘If in doubt sit them out’

The AFL has launched a new concussion hub. One centralised location where our community coaches, umpires, volunteers, players and parents can brush up on their concussion smarts.

Action: Check out the more than 150 educational assets on the new hub https://play.afl/concussion
Webinar: Connecting Communities - Australian Sports Commission

Webinar: Connecting Communities - Australian Sports Commission (ASC): May 12 @ 1-2pm

ASC is bringing together leaders from across sport to discuss their experiences in utilising sport volunteering to connect communities across the country. They will also share their insights on how National Volunteer Week provides a fantastic platform to enhance the experiences for our current and future volunteers in sport.

Get ideas on how you can get involved with National Volunteer Week celebrations.

Action:register to attend Register Here

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Reminders

Club Health Checks
We want to hear about your club!

AFL Barwon and AFL Victoria want to better understand your clubs’ structures,

challenges and priorities so we can better support, not only your club,but club volunteers across the state for 2025 and beyond.

The best ways to complete the survey are to:
1. Complete as a whole committee at your next committeemeeting; or
1. Get a few members of your committee to complete the surveyseparately in their own time.
No matter how the survey is completed, we appreciate your time and insight regarding your clubs’ structures, challenges, and priorities.   
Complete Health Check
New Competition For One Club To Win $4K+

Overall, we have had approximately 44% of clubs in Victoria respond to the 2025 Club Health Check.

With a goal of 60%, a new opportunity for clubs who complete the Club Health Check has launched.

Clubs who complete the survey before 11:59pm June 9 go in the draw to win a prize worth $4,100 ex GST ($2k cash + 12 footys)!

N.B.: All responses submitted during the competition period (before 09/06/’25) go in the draw to win the prize, so all previous responses since late last year will be eligible. N.B.: Each club would only be entered once for one or more surveys complete.
Webinar: Sport Integrity 101 for Community Club Volunteers

In the lead up to National Volunteer Week 2025, this webinar by Sport Integrity Australia is designed to empower and educate community volunteers on the importance of integrity in sport. Clubs will gain insights into best practice for promoting fair play, safeguarding children, and strategies to tackle common volunteer challenges.

Action: Register for the webinar and encourage other volunteers at your club to register as well.

Register Here
Trainers Course Opportunity

We have been approached with the opportunity for club trainers to complete their level 1 trainer’s course.

The cost is $299 per person with the date TBC pending registrations.

If you are interested, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Mental Health

An increasing challenge clubs are facing is the support to community members for mental health and wellbeing. Those not familiar with the vast numbers of resources, programs, toolkits and guides make sure you check out theMental Health & Wellbeing Page on the AFL Help website.

Our Mental Health partners in Read the Play and Tackle your Feelings also provide wonderful programs and services for clubs too. More information can be found at our Mental Health Page on the AFL Barwon website.

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Container Deposit Scheme

Local football clubs across the state will be supported to raise funds and become more sustainable through a new partnership between AFL Victoria and Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). CDS Vic provides the opportunity for Victorians to return eligible drink containers for a 10-cent refund.

Apply Here
GRANT - Toyota Good for Footy Raffle

The Toyota Good for Footy Raffle is back for 2025! If a club has never engaged with the program, they can now register for free via the link below.

Clubs who have previously registered are automatically re-registered and can start fundraising Immediately.

Register here
GRANT - Bunnings Legend of the Tongs

A nation-wide search to find, recognise, and reward local community legends who fire up the BBQ every weekend, serving up snags in bread to raise much-needed funds for their clubs. for more information.

Nominations are open now! Closing: 24 August 2025.

Register here
GRANT - PILA Goal Post Subsidy Program

The 2025 PILA Goal Post Subsidy Program is now open for all AFL Victoria affiliated clubs.

Subsidy will provide up to $1000 towards the cost of new posts for your ground.

This program is open until 30 June, 2025

Apply Here
City of Greater Geelong Fair Access Workshop

The City of Greater Geelong is excited to present a Fair Access Workshop.

The introductory workshop will be led and delivered via partnership with Regional Sporting Assembly - Leisure Networks. The workshop aims to progressively build the capacity and capabilities of the sporting Clubs and associated stakeholders in identifying and eliminating systemic causes of gender inequality in policy, programs, communications, delivery and allocation of community sports and recreation infrastructure.

We welcome Clubs across the G21 region to learn how we can collectively and inclusively develop sustainable and equitable practices in a sport and recreation environment.

Date: 14 May

Time: 6.00pm

Location: Online or in person at Wurriki Nyal 137-149 Mercer Street Geelong, VIC 3220

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City of Greater Geelong Sport and Recreation Census
The 2025 City of Greater Geelong Sport and Recreation Census is now live and we would love to hear from your club.

The aim of the Sport and Recreations Census is to 
- Understand the constraints on pavilions and reserves
- Identify gaps, opportunities and address challenges
- Understand sport and recreation trends
- Understand who, when and how our people are using council assets
- Obtain data to support our strategic planning for our future.
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The Barwon Bulletin - Nov 14

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 15
November 14, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - November 14, 2024)

General Updates

2025 Fixture Requests

Bellarine Football Netball League

A form is currently open for BFNL Clubs to complete requests for the 2025 Fixture. The form was emailed to Senior Football and Netball contacts in the form of a link on Tuesday 12th November.

Please refer to the email and complete any requests by COB Thursday 20th November.

Geelong Football Netball League

The AFL Barwon Operations team are working in the background to finalise communication regarding the GFNL 2025 fixture requests pending the AFL fixture release.
Player Registrations & Player Transfer Period

Player Registrations commenced on the 1st of October allowing Clubs to register new or returning participants earlier should they wish to, noting that the decision on when to open these registrations remains at the discretion of your Club.

November Player Transfer Period will be reintroduced in 2024 allowing for Player Transfer Requests to be lodged between 1 November and 30 November.

Clubs setting up a registration form

Please ensure that you are making your registration form visible understanding some clubs will hide their registration form if you are, for example, at capacity or offering registration initially to previous participants before making it visible.

Rego fee set >$0.
Reminder to Submit Chart of Accounts

As a follow-up to the recent email, please remember to submit your club's completed Standard Chart of Accounts and 2024 Annual Report, including financials, within 14 days of your club’s Annual General Meeting.

These documents should be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. as per AFL Barwon By Laws. If you’ve already sent these, thank you; if not, please ensure submission to avoid any penalties.

Media Highlights

Modda unveils quartet of signings

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Jaques takes out Falcons Best & Fairest

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18 athletes receive VIS scholarships

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12-year-old fundraising for netballers in need

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shaping the next generation of umpires

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Football

Junior Age Groups 2025

Netball

Representative Program - Selection Policy

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Barwon Sports Academy

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Representative Program - Last Chance For Players & Coaches
Trial Registrations -LAST CHANCE!

Trial registrations are closing soon! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to trial for the AFL Barwon Representative Program!

As part of the Representative Program, teams will train and compete in a weekly competition as well as compete at Association Championships. More information on the program can be found on ourwebsite.

We will be hosting three trial dates on Sunday 10th, 17th and 24th November 2024. Times for each age group are as follows.
- 13&U: 8:30-10:15am
- 15&U: 10:15-12:00pm
- 17&U: 12:00-1:30pm
REGISTER HERE:https://forms.gle/o5AtrVDosBNfQFBHA

Coaching Applications -LAST CHANCE!

Coaching applications for the 2025 Representative Program are closing soon! With the aim of selecting more teams for next year, we have plenty of positions available!

The position description can be found on ourwebsite.

APPLY HERE:https://forms.gle/EmKf4mUQbCg3pxwr5

Selectors needed for trials

We are seeking selectors to assist with the AFL Barwon Representative Netball Trials on the 10th, 17th and 24th November.

Please send all expressions of interest toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Umpiring

Umpire Registrations

Umpire & Umpire Coach registrations for AFL Barwon are open!

If you are returning umpire you will need to login to your OfficialsHQ where you will be prompted to a create new AFLid or link your existing AFLiD to your OfficialsHQ account.

Once this step has been completed you will be able to login to your OfficialsHQ account and complete your 2025 registration and update your details.

New Umpires, you will need to register via the link below

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Commercial Partnerships

Performance Profiling With Falcons & Rookie Me

AFL Barwon, along with the Geelong Falcons are excited to invite you to take up a unique opportunity at the upcoming Geelong Region ‘Athlete Performance Profiling Event’ hosted by our Regional Partner, and verified testing body of the AFL, Rookie Me.

The event will be held at Geelong Grammar on Sat Dec 7th 2024, and is open to all Boys and Girls from our region born in years 2007 to 2012.

Spots are limited and your registration needs to be completed by the 2nd of December 2024 to ensure Rookie Me can set up and allocate time slots for the event accordingly.

Registration and payment can to be made through the following link:

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Sports House Memberships

Seeking more ways to collaborate and opportunities to innovate with like-minded people?

Seeking flexibility with no lock in contracts?

Seeking a centrally-located professional meeting space?  

Kardinia Park Stadium Trust is thrilled to launch the new Sports House Memberships that are now available to the sport and recreation sector.  

Designed with and for the sector, Sports House Memberships offer more than just an office space or meeting rooms; they provide a unique community.  

Sports House membership is available to organisations involved in the development and administration of sport and recreation from grass roots participation to high performance.

Located at GMHBA Stadium Kardinia Park, Sports House offers open plan and office desks, three meeting rooms and break out space.

Members have the flexibility to move up or down the 4 Membership Levels on a monthly basis.

For more information please see below and visit Sports House online.  

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Club Development

Good Sports Awards 2024

Nominations for the Good Sports Awards 2024 are now open to all community sporting clubs who are part of the Good Sports program. 

The Awards shine the spotlight on success, celebrate the volunteers who are the backbone of Good Sports clubs and provide clubs with the recognition they deserve for reducing harms from alcohol and drugs in their communities, and creating even healthier sporting environments.  

There are cash prizes of up to $2000 for winning clubs!

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COGG Update - Submit A Proposal For Works

Wanting to make changes to City-owned community assets?  Submit a proposal for works to enhance or upgrade one of our facilities.

Proposed works include anything that might potentially be fixed to an asset or ground, for example: sports lights, facility or pavilion, sporting infrastructure, turf management etc.

The proposal for works must be approved before the commencement of any project.

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Have your say in the 2024 Sport & Recreation Census

Thanks to the many clubs under the COGG Local Government Authority (LGA) that took the opportunity to have your say around future facilities & recreational needs.

It is not to late to have your say with the census closing at 5pm 30th November.

Why should you contribute?

The City of Greater Geelong’s growing population and continued passion for sport means that it’s time to evaluate the use of our facilities and levels of participation in sport, to plan for our future recreational needs.
 
By completing the Sport and Recreation Census you’ll provide us with a clearer understanding of your club and its members. The results will inform us to better support your organisation and sport into the future.
 
Along with helping us understand sport and recreation trends, completing the census will assist in recognizing constraints on pavilions and reserves, understanding where gaps and opportunities exist, and identifying who, when and how people are using our facilities and reserves.
 
We thank you in anticipation of your support of growing Geelong’s reputation as an active, healthy, and engaged community by completing the survey. Please see our 2024 Sport and Recreation Census attached.

2024 COGG Sport & Recreation Census
Get Active Victoria Kids Voucher Program

Eligible kids can receive up to $200 to cover the costs of memberships and registration fees for programs like local club footy, Auskick and Superkick.

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Container Deposit Scheme Fundraising Opportunities

Local club fundraising opportunity through new Container Deposit Scheme partnership

Local football clubs across the state will be supported to raise funds and become more sustainable through a new partnership between AFL Victoria and Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). CDS Vic provides the opportunity for Victorians to return eligible drink containers for a 10-cent refund.

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The Barwon Bulletin - Nov 21

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 16
November 21, 2024

General Updates

BFNL, GFNL & AFL Barwon Annual General Meetings

Annual General Meeting

The Bellarine Football Netball League, Geelong Football Netball League, and AFL Barwon Football Commission Limited Annual General Meeting’s will be held on Wednesday 27^th November at Buckleys Entertainment Centre.

All AGMs will be held in-person, as per the event specifics below:

Bellarine Football Netball League
Date: Wednesday 27^th November 2024
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Buckleys Entertainment Centre

Click here for the Agenda

Geelong Football Netball League
Date: Wednesday 27^th November 2024
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Buckleys Entertainment Centre

Click here for the Agenda

AFL Barwon Commission
Date: Wednesday 27^th November 2024
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Buckleys Entertainment Centre

Click here for the Agenda

Apologies for either AGM are requested to be brought to the attention of the AFL Barwon Regional Manager, Edward Wilson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) by 5:00pm, Tuesday 26^th November 2024.

A digital copy of the Annual Report will be available to all attendees on Wednesday 27^th November for your perusal in-person.
2025 Geelong FNL Fixture Requests

A Google link form is currently open for Geelong FNL Clubs to complete requests for the 2025 Fixture.

The Google link form was emailed to Senior Football and Netball contacts on Thursday 14th November.

Please refer to the email and complete any requests by COB Friday 22nd November.
Finals Footballs for Sale

ATT: AFLB Senior & Junior Football Managers & Coordinators

We have used Footballs from the 2024 Finals Series that would be perfect for training balls, now available to be purchased.

There are limited amounts of Size 4 and Size 5 leather footballs available for $50 each.

Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further information or to make an order.

Media Highlights

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PAVING THE WAY IN WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP

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Netball

By-Law and Competition Rule Feedback Due

ATT: Netball Directors and Coordinators

A reminder that feedback on the previously distributed proposed competition rule and by-law changes is due by COB TODAY (Thursday 21^st of November).

Feedback must be sent toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. in writing.
Player Payment Compliance Checks

ATT: Netball Directors, Coordinators, Treasurers

With the due date for player payment reporting having passed, the operations team will now commence compliance checks on all submissions. This pertains to correct reporting, all contracts supplied, and correct amounts paid in line with contracts.

If any discrepancies are identified, you will be contacted to provide reasoning, or any missing information or documentation.

Umpiring

Umpiring Uniform Purchase

ATT: Club Umpire Coordinators and Umpires

I have had quite a few questions over the last few weeks about merchandise. Please see some information below!

Umpire Jackets – LINK TO PURCHASE

The jackets will be available every order window 1-7th of each month from October – June of each year.

Next order window is Dec 1st – 7th

Umpire T-shirts – LINK TO PURCHASE

Stock for this item is held more regularly, so orders can be placed at any time.

Umpire Shorts and Skirts

Stock for this item is held more regularly, so orders can be placed at any time.

Purchase Here

Commercial Partnerships

Buckleys AGM TONIGHT

A reminder for all Clubs that Buckleys are holding thier Annual General Meeting tonight at 7pm in the Buckleys Auditorium.

Sports House Online
Performance Profiling With Falcons & Rookie Me

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Corio Bay Health Group Pre-Season Screening

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International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) Celebratory Breakfast

Purchase tickets here
Surf Coast All Abilities Community Day

Club Development

Good Sports Awards 2024

Nominations for the Good Sports Awards 2024 are now open to all community sporting clubs who are part of the Good Sports program. 

The Awards shine the spotlight on success, celebrate the volunteers who are the backbone of Good Sports clubs and provide clubs with the recognition they deserve for reducing harms from alcohol and drugs in their communities, and creating even healthier sporting environments.  

There are cash prizes of up to $2000 for winning clubs!

Find out more
COGG Update - Submit A Proposal For Works

Wanting to make changes to City-owned community assets?  Submit a proposal for works to enhance or upgrade one of our facilities.

Proposed works include anything that might potentially be fixed to an asset or ground, for example: sports lights, facility or pavilion, sporting infrastructure, turf management etc.

The proposal for works must be approved before the commencement of any project.

submit proposal
Have your say in the 2024 Sport & Recreation Census

Thanks to the many clubs under the COGG Local Government Authority (LGA) that took the opportunity to have your say around future facilities & recreational needs.

It is not to late to have your say with the census closing at 5pm 30th November.

Why should you contribute?

The City of Greater Geelong’s growing population and continued passion for sport means that it’s time to evaluate the use of our facilities and levels of participation in sport, to plan for our future recreational needs.
 
By completing the Sport and Recreation Census you’ll provide us with a clearer understanding of your club and its members. The results will inform us to better support your organisation and sport into the future.
 
Along with helping us understand sport and recreation trends, completing the census will assist in recognizing constraints on pavilions and reserves, understanding where gaps and opportunities exist, and identifying who, when and how people are using our facilities and reserves.
 
We thank you in anticipation of your support of growing Geelong’s reputation as an active, healthy, and engaged community by completing the survey. Please see our 2024 Sport and Recreation Census attached.

2024 COGG Sport & Recreation Census
Get Active Victoria Kids Voucher Program

Eligible kids can receive up to $200 to cover the costs of memberships and registration fees for programs like local club footy, Auskick and Superkick.

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Container Deposit Scheme Fundraising Opportunities

Local club fundraising opportunity through new Container Deposit Scheme partnership

Local football clubs across the state will be supported to raise funds and become more sustainable through a new partnership between AFL Victoria and Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). CDS Vic provides the opportunity for Victorians to return eligible drink containers for a 10-cent refund.

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The Barwon Bulletin - Nov 28

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 17
November 28, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - November 28, 2024)

General Updates

View the AFL Barwon Annual Report

Thanks to all those who were in attendance at the BFNL, GFNL & AFL Barwon Annual General Meetings that were held on Wednesday 27^th November at Buckleys Entertainment Centre.

view annual report
Reminder to Submit Chart of Accounts

As a follow-up to the recent email, please remember to submit your club's completed Standard Chart of Accounts and 2024 Annual Report, including financials, within 14 days of your club’s Annual General Meeting.

These documents should be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. as per AFL Barwon By Laws. If you’ve already sent these, thank you; if not, please ensure submission to avoid any penalties.
Player Registrations & Player Transfer Period

Player Registrations commenced on the 1st of October allowing Clubs to register new or returning participants earlier should they wish to, noting that the decision on when to open these registrations remains at the discretion of your Club.

November Player Transfer Period will be reintroduced in 2024 allowing for Player Transfer Requests to be lodged between 1 November and 30 November.

Clubs setting up a registration form

Please ensure that you are making your registration form visible understanding some clubs will hide their registration form if you are, for example, at capacity or offering registration initially to previous participants before making it visible.

Rego fee set >$0.

Media Highlights

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St Mary's star Harry Benson Departs

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Best 100 country netballers in 2024

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Football

AFL Nines Youth Competition (Free)

There is a great opportunity for players aged 13–17 to stay active and have some fun during the off-season in the AFL Barwon Geelong AFL Nines Youth Competition.

Please share this information with your players and families to encourage their participation. It’s a fantastic way to keep them connected with footy and having fun with their peers.

What is AFL Nines?
AFL Nines is a modified version of Australian Football that’s designed for fun, fitness, and inclusion. It’s non-contact, played with smaller teams, and perfect for players of all abilities. This competition offers a relaxed and social environment, ideal for young players to enjoy footy without the intensity of the regular season.

Event Details:

When: Thursday 12th December
Time: 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Belmont Common
Cost: FREE
Contact: Tim Downes, AFL Victoria – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Registration details:

Register a team: Click here to register your team
Register as an individual: Click here to register individually

Netball

19&U Division 2 – Friday Night Winter 2025

ATT: Netball Directors and Coordinators

In season 2025, it has been determined that a 19&U Division 2 Competition be facilitated on Friday evenings, alongside our established 13&U, 15&U and 17&U Midweek Competitions.

Friday nights have been determined as the best option for the immediate future, when taking into consideration feedback received across the board. This will continue to be reviewed in line with competition growth in the coming seasons.

With many clubs currently completing trials, please be informed of this offering, and inform your members.
By-Law and Competition Rule Feedback

ATT: Netball Directors, Coordinators, Treasurers

Thank you to all clubs who have provided feedback on the proposed competition rule and by-law changes. This information will now be collated and provided to the AFL Barwon Operations Sub-Committee for review and subsequent approval.

Outcomes will be communicated post this meeting as soon as reasonably possible.
Representative Trials Conclusion

ATT: Club Coordinators and Junior Athletes

Over the last three weeks, we saw over 270 athletes at trials for the AFL Barwon Representative Program across Bellarine and Geelong Teams.

With both high attendance and quality, final selections have since been made, with all those who were successful having received offers earlier this week.

Unsuccessful emails have also been distributed. If you participated in the AFL Barwon Representative Program and are yet to hear, please reach out toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

We’d like to thank all athletes for their attendance over this period, and we hope to see you all back trialling next year.

An additional thank you to the selectors and umpires who supported the program over this time.
Netball Victoria: Green Wrist Band Umpiring Initiative

ATT: Netball Directors and Umpire Coordinators

Netball Victoria have recently piloted a ‘Netball Respect: Green Band Initiative’ program to address ongoing challenges faced by young umpires in the netball community. An initiative whereby umpires under the age of 18 are easily identifiable by wearing a green wristband while on court.

The aim of the program was designed to help create a safer, more supportive environment by ensuring players, coaches and spectators can easily identify umpires under the age of 18, many of whom are still learning their craft.

All umpires deserve respect and fair treatment, however it’s those under 18 that are particularly vulnerable and require added protection under the Child Safe Standards. 

Netball Victoria and AFL Barwon remains committed to supporting our community to stamp out poor behaviour from spectators, players or coaches.

This is a mandatory program and will need to be adhered to for season 2025. More information around this is still to come.

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Netball Victoria: Administration Information Required
ATT: Netball Administrators

Updated information is needed in Netball Connect.

Keeping this information updated helps us maintain effective communication and better support your needs. If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out.

Please take a moment to review your association/league/club's details in Netball Connect and complete the following:
1. Remove any personnel who are no longer involved with your organisation.
2. Specify the roles for all contacts listed to ensure clarity.
3. Verify that all contact details are correct and current. 
You can do this in the Netball Connect User Module -> Administrators -> Our Organisation -> Contacts

Helpful resources:

https://netballvic.tawk.help/article/contacts

https://netballvic.tawk.help/article/adding-new-administrators

Umpiring

URGENT - Netball Umpiring: Spray Jacket Orders Open Dec 1

ATT: Club Umpire Coordinators and Umpires

Spray Jacket ordering winder is opening this weekend! Get your oders in this side of Christmas to ensure they are ready for dispatch prior to the season commencing

Umpire Jackets – CLICK HERE

The jackets will be available every order window 1-7th of each month from October – June of each year.

Next order window is Dec 1st – 7th

Umpire T-Shirts

Stock for this item is held more regularly, so orders can be placed at any time.

T-Shirts: Click here

 UmpireShorts & Skirts

Stock for this item is held more regularly, so orders can be placed at any time.

Shorts: Click here
Skirts: Click here
Football Umpiring: Practice Match Booking Form

In recent weeks, the AFL communicated to all umpires and umpire coaches nationally the 2025 Umpire Education Module requirements.

The Umpire Education Module serves as an important aspect delivered by the AFL to provide continuous improvement and professional development to all umpire and umpire coaches across Australia. 

Most notably, all umpires and umpire coaches will initially be marked as 'unavailable' for appointments within OfficialsHQ. Completion of the educational module via the AFL LMS will automatically update your availability status in OfficialsHQ to ‘available’, allowing you to be considered for match appointments. Umpires will only become eligible for match appointments upon finishing the education module.

We kindly request that you complete the Umpire Education Module as soon as possible to allow us to appoint you to matches once the season commences.  

If you require support to complete the education module, a user guide with step-by-step instructions is available here.

If you have questions about the module content, please reach out to our team at AFL Barwon Umpiring (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or for technical assistance please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or you can watch the how-to videos.
Football Umpiring: Re-register & Win $50!

Win 1 of 3, $50 VISA vouchers simply by re-registering (current umpires) or registering (new umpires) for 2025 and completing the 2025 Umpire Education Module in the AFL LMS by Monday December 16th

We will be conducting a lucky registration draw on December 18, 2024. Winners will be notified and if unable to collect from Highton Office by Friday 20th December will be posted to your registered address in OHQ.

** To register, log into your OHQ account and you will be directed to create an AFL ID and link to your OHQ Account or if you already have an AFL ID account link it to your OHQ account.

This will give you a single sign in to all your AFL accounts and direct access to the LMS for all your umpire and coaching courses.
Football Umpiring: Key Dates 2025
2025 Training Commencement:
- AFL Barwon Geelong Umpires – from 5.30pm, Monday 3rd Feb. 2025 at Kardinia Park, then each Monday and Wednesday excluding Public Holidays
- AFL Barwon Colac Umpires – from 5.45pm, Wednesday 5th Feb. 2025 at Lake Oval Colac, then each Wednesday excluding Public Holidays.
- Practice Matches – from late Feb. 2025 (all umpires must be registered and have completed 2025 Umpire Education Module to be appointed)
 

2025 Season Commencement:
- BFNL, GDFNL, CDFNL – Saturday 5th April (CDFNL stand alone games 29th March)
- GFNL, AFLBW Senior and U18W – Saturday 12th April
- U18 Boys, AFLBJ U16/14 Boys/girls – Saturday 26th April
- AFLB All Abilities – Possibly 3rd or 10th May
Mid-season Break:
- Monday 7th and Wednesday 9th July (leading into the General Bye and week 1 of GDFNL split round) - No AFL Barwon Umpire Training Colac and Geelong
 All competitions (excluding GDFNL - Bye) play on Kings Birthday weekend.

All Senior Men’s and Women’s competitions and U18 female have 2 Bye weekends

CDFNL competitions have 3 bye weekends.

U18 Boys and Junior boys and Girl’s competitions have 1 Bye weekend (12th July)

There will be a much greater presence of Senior Female Football playing on Saturdays under the LGA’s Fair Access Policies, fixtures are yet to be determined at this time.

Commercial Partnerships

Women In Community Life Awards

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International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) Celebratory Breakfast

Purchase tickets here

Club Development

Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund (RCSIF)

Applications are now open for the Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund (RCSIF) and the 2024-25 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund (LSIF) to help local footy clubs and communities plan, design and build the sport facilities they need.

The program is designed to help regional communities plan and build, including upgrade existing facilities for women and girls, community facilities, all abilities infrastructure and planning to encourage more people to get involved.

Close: 17 March 2025

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Telstra Footy Country Grants

Local footy clubs across the country can apply for Telstra Footy Country Grants, a partnership between the AFL and Telstra that will deliver $2m per year for a four-year period to community football.

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COGG Update - Submit A Proposal For Works

Wanting to make changes to City-owned community assets?  Submit a proposal for works to enhance or upgrade one of our facilities.

Proposed works include anything that might potentially be fixed to an asset or ground, for example: sports lights, facility or pavilion, sporting infrastructure, turf management etc.

The proposal for works must be approved before the commencement of any project.

submit proposal
Container Deposit Scheme Fundraising Opportunities

Local club fundraising opportunity through new Container Deposit Scheme partnership

Local football clubs across the state will be supported to raise funds and become more sustainable through a new partnership between AFL Victoria and Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). CDS Vic provides the opportunity for Victorians to return eligible drink containers for a 10-cent refund.

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The Barwon Bulletin - Nov 7

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 14
November 7, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - November 7, 2024)

General Updates

Player Registrations & Player Transfer Period

Player Registrations commenced on the 1st of October allowing Clubs to register new or returning participants earlier should they wish to, noting that the decision on when to open these registrations remains at the discretion of your Club.

November Player Transfer Period will be reintroduced in 2024 allowing for Player Transfer Requests to be lodged between 1 November and 30 November.

Clubs setting up a registration form

Please ensure that you are making your registration form visible understanding some clubs will hide their registration form if you are, for example, at capacity or offering registration initially to previous participants before making it visible.

Rego fee set >$0.
REMINDER - Upcoming Meetings & Life Member Nominations
Annual General Meeting

The Bellarine Football Netball League, Geelong Football Netball League, and AFL Barwon Football Commission Limited Annual General Meeting’s will be held on Wednesday 27^th November at Buckleys Entertainment Centre.

All AGMs will be held in-person, as per the event specifics below:
- Bellarine Football Netball League
  Date: Wednesday 27^th November 2024
  Time: 6:00pm
  Location: Buckleys Entertainment Centre
- Geelong Football Netball League
  Date: Wednesday 27^th November 2024
  Time: 6:30pm
  Location: Buckleys Entertainment Centre
- AFL Barwon Commission
  Date: Wednesday 27^th November 2024
  Time: 7:00pm
  Location: Buckleys Entertainment Centre
Apologies for either AGM are requested to be brought to the attention of the AFL Barwon Regional Manager, Edward Wilson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) by 5:00pm, Tuesday 26^th November 2024.

A digital copy of the Annual Report will be available to all attendees on Wednesday 27^th November for your perusal in-person.

Upcoming GFNL & BFNL Club Meetings

BFNL Club Meeting

When: Tuesday November 12^th

Time: 6:30 – 8:00pm

Where: AFL Barwon Office, Highton Reserve

GFNL Club Meeting

When: Wednesday November 13^th

Time: 6:30 – 8:00pm

Where: AFL Barwon Office, Highton Reserve

All agenda item requests were to be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by COB Wednesday 6^th November.

BFNL, GFNL & AFL Barwon Life Member Nominations

We are seeking any nominations for any suitable applicants for Bellarine Football Netball League, Geelong Football Netball League, and AFL Barwon Life Memberships.

To nominate, please complete the below nomination form on the relevant link below.

Life Membership Nomination Forms

Bellarine FNL – https://forms.gle/iCgQ45mYQXEw9jtb9

Geelong FNL – https://forms.gle/iCgQ45mYQXEw9jtb9

AFL Barwon – https://forms.gle/ZSSnGd7TdccTWHJKA

If you have any issues with the above forms, please contact Sean Atkinson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

If you cannot complete the online form, manual applications inline with the bylaws will be accepted.

Media Highlights

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Umpiring

Umpire Registrations Are Now Open

Umpire & Umpire Coach registrations for AFL Barwon are now open!

If you are returning umpire you will need to login to your OfficialsHQ where you will be prompted to a create new AFLid or link your existing AFLiD to your OfficialsHQ account.

Once this step has been completed you will be able to login to your OfficialsHQ account and complete your 2025 registration and update your details.

New Umpires, you will need to register via the link below

register
VACANCY - AFL Barwon Head Umpire Coach & Recruitment and Retention Lead (Colac)

AFL Barwon provides governance and strategy development for Football and Netball across the Barwon region. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our team as Head Umpire Coach & Recruitment and Retention Lead in the Colac Region.

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Commercial Partnerships

Loco Reversible Jumper Special

Club Development

Container Deposit Scheme Fundraising Opportunities

Local club fundraising opportunity through new Container Deposit Scheme partnership

Local football clubs across the state will be supported to raise funds and become more sustainable through a new partnership between AFL Victoria and Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). CDS Vic provides the opportunity for Victorians to return eligible drink containers for a 10-cent refund.

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Get Active Victoria Kids Voucher Program

Eligible kids can receive up to $200 to cover the costs of memberships and registration fees for programs like local club footy, Auskick and Superkick.

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The Barwon Bulletin - Oct 10

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 10
October 10, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - October 10, 2024)

General Updates

AFL Barwon Staff Do Yoga For Mental Health

AFL Barwon staff had the privilege of attending the "Serenity In The Stadium" event on October 10th at GMHBA Stadium, hosted by Read The Play. The event, held in recognition of World Mental Health Day, provided an opportunity to reflect on the importance of mental well-being in sports and the broader community.

We were proud to be part of this important initiative, highlighting the local community's ongoing commitment to supporting mental health awareness in the sporting community.

Visit Read The Play
Community Awards Nominee Shortlist Released

The AFL Barwon Community Awards is a celebration of the volunteers in the Barwon Region.

We are excited to announce all the nominees that have been shortlisted for awards at the 2024 AFL Barwon Community Awards. We congratulate all shortlisted nominess and thank everyone who took the time to nominate someone from thier commmunity club or association.

The list of nominees and awards can be found below.

Want to celebrate a nominee on your Club's social media? Use this template to give them a shout out.

View Nominees
2024 AFL Victoria Awards Winners

AFL Victoria has recognised outstanding contributors to the grassroots game at the annual AFL Victoria Community Football Awards, held at IKON Park last Friday.

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Award Naming Applications 2024
The AFL Barwon Commission is seeking nominations for a number of awards to be named in a bid to acknowledge outstanding service and achievements.

We are seeking nominations for the following awards to be named in a bid to acknowledge outstanding service and achievements.

Football
- Bellarine Football Netball League Seniors Best on Ground in a Grand Final
- Geelong Football Netball League Seniors Leading Goal Kicker
- Bellarine Football Netball League Seniors Leading Goal Kicker 
Netball
- Geelong Football Netball League A Grade Netball Best on Court in a Grand Final
- Bellarine Football Netball League A Grade Netball Best on Court in a Grand Final
- Geelong Football Netball League A Grade Netball Best and Fairest
- Bellarine Football Netball League A Grade Netball Best and Fairest
- Geelong Football Netball League A Grade Netball Hot Shots
- Bellarine Football Netball League A Grade Netball Hot Shots
To nominate an eligible person(s) for a renaming of any awards outlined in this document, click on the following link Award Naming Application Form

To view the renaming process, please see the following link AFL Barwon Recognition & Awards Program
Looking to Fill Club Positions in 2025? Advertise with AFL Barwon!

Is your club looking to fill key roles for the upcoming season? AFL Barwon is here to help! We encourage all clubs to advertise their vacancies on our website to reach a wide audience of local talent.

Simply submit the position, a brief description, and any other details you’d like to include, and we’ll get the word out. Whether it's coaching, administration, or volunteer roles, let us help you find the perfect fit for your club!

Send your submissions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Club Vacancies

Media Highlights

AFL Victoria Awards

AFL Victoria

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Community Club of the Year

Queenscliff FNC

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Top 50 Country Clubs

HERALD SUN

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Netball

IMPORTANT Netball Victoria Update
Administration Updates

Netball Connect Registration Refresher and Q&A for Associations

Netball Victoria will be hosting a Netball Connect refresher and Q&A session. Netball Victoria will run one session for Affiliates, one session for Clubs.
- Click here to register for clubs – Scheduled 23rd October 2024
New ATO Annual Reporting Requirements - Netball VIC

Each Netball Victoria Association/Affiliate/League and or Club is required to nominate a duly authorised person and follow the below instructions to set themselves up with access to the ATO’s Online Services for Business. This is due by 31 October 2024.  From 1 July, ABN registered non-charitable NFPs need to lodge an annual NFP self-review return confirming income tax exemption status. Click the link to read more: New ATO Annual Reporting Requirements - Netball VIC

Coaching & Umpiring

Community Coaching Masterclass – Who you coach

Free Course - This Community Coaching Masterclass – Who you coach helps you find out what motivates and drives your participants, to create engaging environments that meet their needs. Click the link to register: https://learning.netball.com.au/enrol/index.php?id=1248

Umpire Mentor Workshops

Remaining Mentor and Advanced Mentoring workshops are upcoming in October 2024. Click to register here.
- Umpires in the Field: Mentor | 20 October – Bendigo 1pm-3pm
- Umpires in the Field: Mentor | 27 October – Ararat 10am-12pm
- Umpires in the Field: Advanced Mentor | 20 October – Bendigo 10am-12pm
- Umpires in the Field: Advanced Mentoring | 27 October – Parkville 10am-12pm
Funding Opportunities

Growing Regions Program Round 2

The Growing Regions Program drives regional economic prosperity by providing access to funding for community-focused infrastructure projects throughout rural and regional areas of Australia. Closes 10 October 2024. Click here to view the government website for T&Cs and eligibility. 

Sporting Club Grants – Now Open

Access to this funding helps grassroots clubs and organisations address barriers in participation, develop safe and sustainable practices and build social and active local communities.

Applications close 4pm Friday 11 October 2024. Click here to read more.
IMPORTANT Netball Victoria Update – Membership Information
Membership Information – 2025 Pricing

Netball Victoria’s 2025 member registration period begins in October, ahead of many of our affiliates running summer seasons. Affiliates and participants may notice that our junior and adult membership fees will increase by $4.00 for 2025.

While we have kept the increase to a minimum, it is necessary so Netball Victoria can continue to invest in member services, and growing our great game, in the face of rising costs.

We are proud that our fees remain lower than every other state netball organisation, and less or comparable to other sporting bodies, while we also continue to ensure that our membership delivers great value.

Not only does your membership enable you to play, coach, umpire or participate in any Netball Victoria-affiliated association, competition or development course, it also allows us to provide support across vital areas including:
- Management and administration, including tools like Netball Connect (our competition management system) and related support 
- Governance and policy 
- Coach and umpire development and pathways 
- Player development, pathways and competitions 
- Community development, including diversity, inclusion and school programs 
- Facility development support and advocacy 
- Staff located across regional and metropolitan areas to provide support, information and resources 
- Coverage under Netball Australia’s National Insurance Program 
- Supplier buying power opportunities via our sponsors
- Access to Melbourne Vixens ticketing and membership discounts
The Netball Victoria annual membership fee also allows you to play in more than one competition without an additional membership charge. Players must register to all competitions you wish to participate in and pay any additional club/association/league fees.

 

There are also a number of new member initiatives or enhancements planned in 2025, including free monthly online training sessions, a new members rewards program, Engage NV (an online resource tool where you can interact with others across the netball community); improvements to Netball Connect and increased shared services. Learn more about your membership and member benefits, below! 

MEMBER BENEFITS

Financial Hardship Support

While we have worked extremely hard to ensure our membership is affordable and offers great value, Netball Victoria recognises that many members of our community experience financial hardship and is committed to ensuring our sport remains as accessible and inclusive as possible.  For details on how individuals can seek assistance to cover costs including membership, uniforms and equipment, visit our website.

SUPPORT
2025 Representative Netball Program Registrations
Are you ready to take your netball skills to the next level and be part of something special? Registrations for the 2025 AFL Barwon Representative Netball Program are now open.

AFL Barwon are committed to nurturing and showcasing the finest netball talent in the region. The Representative Netball Program provides netballers with a platform to shine on both regional and national stages. With a strong focus on skill development, sportsmanship, and teamwork, registering for the program is a great place to start if you are interested in taking your netballing journey to new heights.

Trials Information

Dates - Sunday 10^th, 17^th and 24^th November (Venue TBC)

Times -
- 13&U: 8:30-10:15am
- 15&U: 10:15-12:00pm
- 17&U: 12:00-1:30pm
Registrations Close: Wednesday 6th November 2024.
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VACANCY - AFL Barwon Netball Umpire Coordinator

AFL Barwon provides governance and strategy development for Football and Netball across the Barwon region. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our team in a full-time Netball Operations Coordinator Position.

This full-time role plays an integral part in driving the operational organisation, development and planning of Netball umpires within the AFL Barwon Region.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the AFL Barwon Netball Umpire Panel, coordinating our Netball mentor workforce, planning and scheduling upskilling sessions and accreditations for umpires and umpire mentors, working with the Netball Coordinator to deliver development outcomes at AFL Barwon Junior Netball Competitions and delivering an AFL Barwon mentoring program across all clubs in the AFL Barwon region.

Applications close at 11:59pm, Thursday, 17th October 2023

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Club Development

Club Development Update From Tim Secombe

Hi all,

Firstly congratulations on each, and every one of you volunteers for your individual contributions to season 2024. As you are well and truly aware Club Volunteers are the glue that keeps our Clubs together, without them our clubs just would not function. You know that you’re one of them!

Given our season has completed and our attention now turns to AGM’s, volunteer recruitment and Club promotion, I thought it would be timely to take the opportunity to remind you that there is a dedicated resource which will support you with completing these tasks. Take a look around this page as it is packed full of very useful tools & resources to support your clubs.

Regards,

Tim Secombe
Club Development Lead
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Club Help Resource
Goal Post Subsidy

AFL Victoria, in partnership with our exclusive goal post partner PILA, are pleased to offer the 2024 Goal Post Kick-start Subsidy Program.

The subsidy program is extended to all Victorian football clubs and/or affiliations, including schools and councils, as approved by AFL Victoria. The program will run annually over 2 years giving applicants the ability to apply for a $1000 subsidy.

PILA provide a 7 year warranty and a certificate of compliance with each set of goal posts to ensure you are receiving high quality equipment that is aligned with AFL’s standards.

PROGRAM DATES: 19th August - 31st October 2024

FUNDING POOL: $1,000 subsidy per club

ELIGIBLE ORGANISATIONS: Victorian based football clubs, Schools and Councils.

Eligible to receive one successful application over the 2 year period.

More Information

The Barwon Bulletin - Oct 17

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 11
October 17, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - October 17, 2024)

General Updates

Last Chance - Community Awards Night
The AFL Barwon Community Awards is a celebration of the volunteers in the Barwon Region.

5pm Friday Night at Wurdi Youang (Level 5 Geelong Library Dome)
- Hosted by Madi Browne & Tom King
- Live music from Cookie Robinson
- Catering & bar by Lady & The Fox
- Semi-formal event
Purchase tickets here
View Nominees
Looking to Fill Club Positions in 2025? Advertise with AFL Barwon!

Is your club looking to fill key roles for the upcoming season? AFL Barwon is here to help! We encourage all clubs to advertise their vacancies on our website to reach a wide audience of local talent.

Simply submit the position, a brief description, and any other details you’d like to include, and we’ll get the word out. Whether it's coaching, administration, or volunteer roles, let us help you find the perfect fit for your club!

Send your submissions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Club Vacancies
BFNL & GFNL Club Annual Reporting Requirements (Due Oct 31)
2024 - End Of Year Reporting Requirements - ANNUAL REPORT

We requuire the Football & Netball Sections (Senior Male Football, Female Football, Junior Football & All Netball) of the club to please work together to provide the following for inclusion in our Annual Report:

Please complete the emailed spreadsheet with- 2024 Club details including:
- All 2024 Office Bearers
- All 2024 Coaches
- All 2024 B&Fs & Runners Up in all competitive grades (must be on the form attached)
Note: The document has separate worksheets for Football (Male & Female) & Netball information. This information has been emailed by Michael Limb to all Football and Netball administrators, but please communicate with each other to ensure all information is included and submitted.

DON’T FORGET

A 150-word (max) summary of the year’s performance in both Football & Netball (combined) is also required.

Please email the completed Template (emailed) and Season Summary to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Thursday, October 31^st2024.
CDFNL AGM Details & Reporting Requirements
CDFNL 2024 AGM is Tuesday 19^th November. The AGM will commence at 7:00 pm, at the Colac RSL - 21 Murray Street Colac VIC 3250.

CDFNL clubs will have received correspondence from Simon Riddoch in the past week regarding:
- Club Submissions for CDFNL AGM due COB Friday 18^th October 2024 (details emailed by Simon Riddoch)
- CDFNL AGM Agenda will be provided to clubs shortly after all CDFNL club feedback
- CDFNL Fixture to be uploaded into PlayHQ 2025 season
- CDFNL 2025 season set up on PlayHQ
- Registration opening date and November transfer window as per email
Container Deposit Scheme Fundraising Opportunities

Local football clubs across the state will be supported to raise funds and become more sustainable through a new partnership between AFL Victoria and Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). CDS Vic provides the opportunity for Victorians to return eligible drink containers for a 10 cent refund.

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Get Active Victoria kids Voucher Program

Eligible kids can receive up to $200 to cover the costs of memberships and registration fees for programs like local club footy, Auskick and Superkick.

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Media Highlights

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Football

AFL Victoria Mark/Goal of the Year Competition

Submission criteria:

- Must be a goal or mark taken in Victoria in 2024

- Must submit a video of the mark/goal occurring

- Player's club/league information must be included to verify entries

- Submissions can be men's, women's and/or juniors if relevant

Submissions are open until close of business Monday 21 October, with finalists to be shared on AFL Victoria's social channels following the closing date.

Voting will then open for the top entries in each category, allowing the AFL Victoria community to vote for their favourite submission.

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Women & Girls Football Proposed Changes for 2025
Clubs will have recieved emails from Paris Rowe in the past fornight outlining details of the proposed changes to Women & Girls Football in 2025.

This is a friendly reminder that the deadline to submit feedback on the proposed changes is COB today, Thursday, October 17th.

AFLB Women & Girls Football Proposed Changes for 2025 Feedback Form

Following Thursday 17th October, the AFLB Football & Netball Operations Committee (sub-Committee of the AFLB Commission), will meet to ratify the proposed changes and in this process, consider the final submissions of feedback, in signing off changes for 2025.

The information below summarises the proposed changes for the 2025 Women & Girls Football season, with the opportunity to submit additional feedback via the form link above:

2025 AGE GROUPS

Seniors, U18, U16, U14, U12, U10, U9

SENIORS COMPETITION
- Two divisions, reducing from the three divisional structure in 2023 & 2024;
- Removal of Grading Rounds for 2025, with divisions for 2025 to be finalised based on the H&A finishing positions in the 2024 season (i.e. top-half of finishing positions in Division 1 and the bottom-half in Division 2);
- Upward and downward movement yearly to allocate divisions (i.e. 2025 into 2026, 2026 into 2027 etc.);
- The two-lowest ranked teams at the conclusion of the H&A season in Division 1, move downward to Division 2 for the following season (i.e. finishing 2025 positions to then set 2026 divisions, and so on);
- The two-highest ranked teams at the conclusion of the H&A season in Division 2, move upward to Division 1 for the following season (i.e. finishing 2025 positions to then set 2026 divisions, and so on); and
- The removal of Grading Rounds for 2025 enables AFLB to develop the 2025 Senior Women & Girls Football fixture, in-line with the release of the Bellarine FNL & Geelong FNL 2025 fixtures.
- A Club cannot enter a team into a Senior Women’s competition (for the first time), without having at least one of the following teams as well - U16, U14, U12, U10 or U9. This is to further promote sustainable Women & Girls Football programs by building from the “base up”, whilst accommodating for existing Women & Girls Football programs.
- As announced in 2023, a transitional period in primary-day-of-play with the objective of Saturdays in 2025, is on track for implementation. Individual Club by Club engagement will begin next week, to understand fixturing preferences and requirements, noting Clubs have varying abilities and implementation requirements with this; and
- Same season length as 2024, but with the removal of four grading rounds, four additional H&A games will take their place.
- Implementation of Total Team Points (TTPs) for all Senior divisions in 2025. Your feedback on the allocation of TTPs per team/division is greatly welcomed.
U18s COMPETITION
- A Friday-night competition in 2025
U16s, U14s, U12s & U10s COMPETITIONS
- Days of play remain as per 2024
- Grading rounds remain as per 2024
U9s COMPETITION
- A review is currently in progress with AFL Victoria, as to the format and implementation of this competition, called the “Unders” competition in 2024.
- This review is in progress, with participation costs at the forefront of the decision making (i.e. keeping these down) to support this as a vital and sustainable entry into Community Football for girls, following the success of the 2023 and 2024 iterations.
Registration Opening Date and November Transfer Window
Please find below a memo received from the AFL National Team regarding the
- Player Registration Opening Date commencing from 1 October, allowing Leagues and Clubs to register new or returning participants earlier should they wish to, noting that the decision on when to open these registrations remains at the discretion of the League and Club.
and
- November Player Transfer Period will be reintroduced in 2024 allowing for Player Transfer Requests to be lodged between 1 November on 30 November.
Leagues and Regions assistance in forwarding this detail to all stakeholders and clubs (including Region Managers to their relevant Country Leagues) would be appreciated and please feel free to call or email if there are any queries.
Memo From Andrew Hughes (AFL)

Netball

Melbourne Mavericks Are Coming To Geelong!
Maverick’s Skills Clinic

Information:
- Date -23rd November 2024
- Time -10:00am - 1:30pm
- Location -Geelong Sports Hub
- Ages -5 to 16yrs
- Ability -No experience, state player and everyone in between, we cater for all!
- Clinic Groupings - Participants can nominate friends/teammates to be grouped together
What's Included:
- Melbourne Mavericks T-Shirt 
- Netball skills and drills
- Netball match play
- Strength and Conditioning
- Meet one of our Mavericks' players!
Please Note: For any further queries, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and they'd be happy to help you out!
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Flyers Development Program Screening Day & Trials

Registrations for Flyers Development Program Screening Day & Trials is now open. See the attached flyer for more information. Register through the link below!

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Junior Netball Summer Competition

Summer Competition Information and Rules

Please see attached information on the summer competition, including fixture dates and competition rules.

Scoring Example

Please see below news items for scoring examples.

Summer Competition Info
Example Scoresheet - 11s, 13s, 15s

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Example Scoresheet - 17s

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Commercial Partnerships

The Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong sign partnership

AFL Barwon is excited to announce a 3-year partnership with Geelong’s newest CBD accommodation provider, The Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong. As the Official Hotel & Accommodation Partner of AFL Barwon, the Holiday Inn will hold naming rights for the D Grade Netball Competitions and have its logo featured on Senior Male Football live streams. Both organizations are committed to strengthening community ties and fostering local engagement. For more on The Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, visit www.holidayinn.com/geelong.

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AFLW Ticket Offer - Cats V Brisbane

AFL Barwon AFLW ticket offer for the Week 8 match against Brisbane Lions. 

2 for 1 Ticket offer code:MATESW

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Club Development

2024 Club Facilities Audit

Author - Tim Secombe

All clubs would have recently received an email from me regarding the 2024 Club facilities audit.

By way of explanation, this audit supports analysis and advocacy for new developments and upgrades, whilst providing AFL Victoria/Barwon with an up-to-date inventory of regional facilities. The audit contains important football and netball facilities data which can be used to form part of future funding opportunities from an AFL Victoria perspective.

Thanks to those clubs that have returned their respective audits. Just a gentle reminder to clubs that we are requiring the completion of your facilities audit by Monday the21/10/24 noting I am also requiring responses if there are no changes from the 2023 facilities audit.

Thanks all.

Regards

Tim Secombe
Club Development Lead
M: 0417665173
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The Barwon Bulletin - Oct 24

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 12
October 24, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - October 24, 2024)

General Updates

Community Awards Night Winners

AFL Barwon has celebrated and recognised the Football and Netball leaders for the 2024 season at the Community Awards event held at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre.

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Ian McTaggart honoured with Club of the Year Award Naming

The AFL Barwon Commission is proud to announce the that the prestigious AFL Barwon Club of the Year award has been named in honour of Ian McTaggart, in recognition of his unparalleled service to the football and netball community. McTaggart, who resigned from the AFL Barwon Commission in 2022, was a founding member of the Commission when it was formed in 2012, capping off more than two decades of dedicated leadership within the region.

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Joy Grubb acknowledged with coaching honour

AFL Barwon is proud to announce that the Senior Netball Coach of the Year award has been named in honour of Joy Grubb, a true icon of netball whose dedication and commitment to the game have inspired generations of participants. Grubb's remarkable career, spanning several decades, has left an indelible mark on the netball community through her leadership, mentorship, and exemplary sportsmanship.

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Media Highlights

Community Awards Night

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Netball

2025 Junior Netball Representative Program

Trial Registrations

Trial registrations for the 2025 Junior Netball Representative Program close on the 6^th November.

As part of the Representative Program, teams will train and compete in a weekly competition as well as compete at Association Championships. More information on the program can be found on our website.

We will be hosting three trial dates on Sunday 10^th, 17^th and 24^th November 2024. Times for each age group are as follows.

13&U: 8:30-10:15am
15&U: 10:15-12:00pm
17&U: 12:00-1:30pm

REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/o5AtrVDosBNfQFBHA

Coaching Applications

Coaching applications for the 2025 Representative Program are closing soon! With the aim of selecting more teams for next year, we have plenty of positions available!

The position description can be found on our website.

APPLY HERE: https://forms.gle/EmKf4mUQbCg3pxwr5

Selectors needed for trials

We are seeking selectors to assist with the AFL Barwon Representative Netball Trials on the 10^th, 17^th and 24^th November.

Please send all expressions of interest to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Umpiring

VACANCY - AFL Barwon Head Umpire Coach & Recruitment and Retention Lead (Colac)

AFL Barwon provides governance and strategy development for Football and Netball across the Barwon region. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our team as Head Umpire Coach & Recruitment and Retention Lead in the Colac Region.

Commercial Partnerships

Buckleys AGM Notice

Buckleys Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday November 21st 2024 at 7pm in Buckleys Auditorium.

Buckleys AGM Notice
Epworth Geelong Women's Health Event

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Next Generation Academy Come & Try - Session 2

The Geelong Football invites female and male participants aged 11-15 years from multicultural and Indigenous backgrounds to the second session of the Next Generation Academy Come & Try Days held at Northern Bay College Goldsworthy Campus.

Register here
Loco Reversible Jumper Special

Club Development

Club Development Update

Author - Tim Secombe

Local club fundraising opportunity through new Container Deposit Scheme partnership

Local football clubs across the state will be supported to raise funds and become more sustainable through a new partnership between AFL Victoria and Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). CDS Vic provides the opportunity for Victorians to return eligible drink containers for a 10-cent refund.

AFL Vic website: https://aflvic.com.au/news/local-club-fundraising-opportunity-through-new-cds-partnership-284460
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/wf3pVJeSH9wj3w4B/

The Get Active Victoria kids voucher program is back

Eligible kids can receive up to $200 to cover the costs of memberships and registration fees for programs like local club footy, Auskick and Superkick

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/u2qBJ7sqpaG9hXrP/

2024 Goal Post Kick-start Subsidy Program

Victorian football clubs and/or affiliations, including schools and councils, as approved by AFL Victoria, can apply for a $1000 subsidy to upgrade goal posts, thanks to PILA.

The Barwon Bulletin - Oct 3

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 09
October 3, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - October 3, 2024)

General Updates

Congratulations to all 2024 AFL Barwon Premiers!

The 2024 AFL Barwon football and netball season came to an exhilarating conclusion on Friday the 27th September at Kardinia Park, and we would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the premiership-winning teams. Your dedication, teamwork, and hard work throughout the year have culminated in well-deserved victories—what an incredible achievement!

A huge thank you also goes out to the countless people who made this finals series a success. To the volunteers, club staff and officials, your tireless efforts behind the scenes ensured everything ran smoothly across all venues.

To the host clubs, thank you for welcoming us and putting on such well-organised and memorable finals. It’s been a fantastic season, and we can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store!
Award Naming Applications 2024
The AFL Barwon Commission is seeking nominations for a number of awards to be named in a bid to acknowledge outstanding service and achievements.

We are seeking nominations for the following awards to be named in a bid to acknowledge outstanding service and achievements.

Football
- Bellarine Football Netball League Seniors Best on Ground in a Grand Final
- Geelong Football Netball League Seniors Leading Goal Kicker
- Bellarine Football Netball League Seniors Leading Goal Kicker 
Netball
- Geelong Football Netball League A Grade Netball Best on Court in a Grand Final
- Bellarine Football Netball League A Grade Netball Best on Court in a Grand Final
- Geelong Football Netball League A Grade Netball Best and Fairest
- Bellarine Football Netball League A Grade Netball Best and Fairest
- Geelong Football Netball League A Grade Netball Hot Shots
- Bellarine Football Netball League A Grade Netball Hot Shots
To nominate an eligible person(s) for a renaming of any awards outlined in this document, click on the following link Award Naming Application Form

To view the renaming process, please see the following link AFL Barwon Recognition & Awards Program
Looking to Fill Club Positions in 2025? Advertise with AFL Barwon!

Is your club looking to fill key roles for the upcoming season? AFL Barwon is here to help! We encourage all clubs to advertise their vacancies on our website to reach a wide audience of local talent.

Simply submit the position, a brief description, and any other details you’d like to include, and we’ll get the word out. Whether it's coaching, administration, or volunteer roles, let us help you find the perfect fit for your club!

Send your submissions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Club Vacancies

Grand Final Media Highlights

Colac B Grade Premiers

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Fopiani Coin Toss Tribute

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South Barwon Reserves Premiers

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GFL Top 100 Players

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GFNL Grand Final Fan Gallery

Geelong Advertiser

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Ben Pennisi Secures Newtown's U18 Win

Geelong Advertiser

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Grand Final Day Gallery

K Rock Football

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Brock Williamson Wins Fopiani Medal

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Lions Immortals

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Football

AFL Nines Registration

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Auskick & Superkick - Choose Your Footy Adventure

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Netball

Junior Midweek Summer Competition

Thank you to everyone for choosing to play in our competition, we look forward to seeing everyone at the courts over summer. Our competition is forever growing, with this summer season set to again break our record for the biggest season yet!

Fixture

The fixture for both Tuesday and Friday night grading week 1 is now live on PlayHQ. Please see below a link to the public site to pass onto club members.

https://www.playhq.com/netball-australia/org/afl-barwon-fnl/afl-barwon-fnl-summer-202425/cd60acff

Venues and times

Commercial Partnerships

Yoga for Mental Health at GMHBA Stadium

Serenity in the Stadium: Yoga for Mental Health at GMHBA Stadium

This year for World Mental Health Day, we are joining Active Geelong, Read the Play and Kardinia Park Stadium Trust to bring a new event to the Geelong community.

Serenity in the Stadium will be taking over the iconic GMHBA Stadium on Thursday 10 October, where up to 2,000 people will gather on the oval for a one-hour yoga session as the sun rises over the stands.

The practice of yoga is beneficial for many reasons including mind-body connection, stress reduction, improved mood, mindfulness, physical activity and social connection.

Lead by Sally Ferriss from Wonder Yoga, the event aims to raise awareness for mental health and the importance of physical activity and social connection for our mental wellbeing. 

Join us in making a difference this World Mental Health Day.

Date: Thursday 10 October 2024

Time: Approx. 7am

Location: Oval at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong VIC

Cost:Adults $55 | Student/Concession - $33 | Family (2 adults, 2 children) – $132

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Club Development

State Government Funding Opportunities - Closes October 11
State Government Funding Opportunities - Closes Fri October 11 @ 4pm.

Vic Government - Sporting Club Grants Program

The program aims helps grassroots clubs and organisations address barriers in participation, develop safe and sustainable practices and build social and active local communities

Funding Categories
- Category 1: On-field Uniforms or Equipment
- Category 2: Volunteers and Officials
- Category 3: Access and Engagement
- Category 4: Competitors
Guideline and Application Form is found here https://sport.vic.gov.au/funding/sporting-club-grants-program
Application Form
Goal Post Subsidy

AFL Victoria, in partnership with our exclusive goal post partner PILA, are pleased to offer the 2024 Goal Post Kick-start Subsidy Program.

The subsidy program is extended to all Victorian football clubs and/or affiliations, including schools and councils, as approved by AFL Victoria. The program will run annually over 2 years giving applicants the ability to apply for a $1000 subsidy.

PILA provide a 7 year warranty and a certificate of compliance with each set of goal posts to ensure you are receiving high quality equipment that is aligned with AFL’s standards.

PROGRAM DATES: 19th August - 31st October 2024

FUNDING POOL: $1,000 subsidy per club

ELIGIBLE ORGANISATIONS: Victorian based football clubs, Schools and Councils.

Eligible to receive one successful application over the 2 year period.

More Information

The Barwon Bulletin - Oct 31

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 13
October 31, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - October 31, 2024)

General Updates

Annual General Meeting Notice
The Bellarine Football Netball League, Geelong Football Netball League, and AFL Barwon Football Commission Limited Annual General Meeting’s will be held on Wednesday 27^th November at Buckleys Entertainment Centre.

All AGMs will be held in-person, as per the event specifics below:
- Bellarine Football Netball League
  Date: Wednesday 27^th November 2024
  Time: 6:00pm
  Location: Buckleys Entertainment Centre
- Geelong Football Netball League
  Date: Wednesday 27^th November 2024
  Time: 6:30pm
  Location: Buckleys Entertainment Centre
- AFL Barwon Commission
  Date: Wednesday 27^th November 2024
  Time: 7:00pm
  Location: Buckleys Entertainment Centre
Apologies for either AGM are requested to be brought to the attention of the AFL Barwon Regional Manager, Edward Wilson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) by 5:00pm, Tuesday 26^th November 2024.

A digital copy of the Annual Report will be available to all attendees on Wednesday 27^th November for your perusal in-person.
BFNL, GFNL & AFL Barwon Life Members Nominations

We are seeking any nominations for any suitable applicants for Bellarine Football Netball League, Geelong Football Netball League, and AFL Barwon Life Memberships.

To nominate, please complete the below nomination form on the relevant link below.

Life Membership Nomination Forms

Bellarine FNL – https://forms.gle/iCgQ45mYQXEw9jtb9

Geelong FNL – https://forms.gle/iCgQ45mYQXEw9jtb9

AFL Barwon – https://forms.gle/ZSSnGd7TdccTWHJKA

If you have any issues with the above forms, please contact Sean Atkinson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

If you cannot complete the online form, manual applications inline with the bylaws will be accepted.
Upcoming Club Meetings

BFNL Club Meeting

When: Tuesday November 12^th

Time: 6:30 – 8:00pm

Where: AFL Barwon Office, Highton Reserve

GFNL Club Meeting

When: Wednesday November 13^th

Time: 6:30 – 8:00pm

Where: AFL Barwon Office, Highton Reserve

All agenda item requests are to be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by COB Wednesday 6^th November.

Media Highlights

Wagener raises over $15K for breast cancer

Geelong Advertiser

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Geelong Falcons squads revealed

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Luke Kelly Heads To Local Footy

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Farewell, "Dizzy"

K Rock Football

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Netball

Barwon Sports Academy 13/U Netball Trials
Date:Saturday 30thof November

Time:8:30am Registration, 9-11am trials

Location:Kardinia Park Netball Stadium

Who attends:Girls born in 2011 & reside in the Barwon region

What can you expect in the session?
- Group warm up
- Introduction and explanation of what coaches are looking for at this stage.
- Overview of BSA Netball program (1st, 2ndyr in 2024)
- Trials
- Warm down and group message of how squad will be announced.
How do you register to trial for the event?

Registration for the event must be done through the try booking event page. Please use the below link or QR code to register for the trials.

Registration link:https://forms.office.com/r/g26SrPg5wz

If anyone has any questions about the trials or problems registering for the event, please email Ross Celano (BSA programs coordinator) atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We look forward to seeing you onSaturday 30thof November.
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Melbourne Maverick’s Skills Clinic
- Date -23rd November 2024
- Time -10:00am - 1:30pm
- Location -Geelong Sports Hub
- Ages -5 to 16yrs
- Promo Code - H3TB7L (10% Discount)
- Ability -No experience, state player and everyone in between, we cater for all!
- Clinic Groupings - Participants can nominate friends/teammates to be grouped together
What's Included:
- Melbourne Mavericks T-Shirt 
- Netball skills and drills
- Netball match play
- Strength and Conditioning
- Meet one of our Mavericks' players!
Please Note:
For any further queries, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we'd be happy to help you out!
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Representative Program: Trial Registrations - LAST CHANCE!
Trial registrations are closing soon! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to trial for the AFL Barwon Representative Program!

As part of the Representative Program, teams will train and compete in a weekly competition as well as compete at Association Championships. More information on the program can be found on ourwebsite.

We will be hosting three trial dates on Sunday 10th, 17th and 24th November 2024. Times for each age group are as follows.
- 13&U: 8:30-10:15am
- 15&U: 10:15-12:00pm
- 17&U: 12:00-1:30pm
Register Here
Representative Program: Coaching Applications - LAST CHANCE!

Coaching Applications -LAST CHANCE!

Coaching applications for the 2025 Representative Program are closing soon! With the aim of selecting more teams for next year, we have plenty of positions available!

The position description can be found on ourwebsite.

Apply Here
Seeking Selectors For Representative Trials

We are seeking selectors to assist with the AFL Barwon Representative Netball Trials on the 10th, 17th and 24th November.

Please send all expressions of interest toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Umpiring

VACANCY - AFL Barwon Head Umpire Coach & Recruitment and Retention Lead (Colac)

AFL Barwon provides governance and strategy development for Football and Netball across the Barwon region. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our team as Head Umpire Coach & Recruitment and Retention Lead in the Colac Region.

Commercial Partnerships

AFLW Indigenous Round At GMHBA Stadium
Loco Reversible Jumper Special
Next Generation Academy Come & Try - Session 2

The Geelong Football invites female and male participants aged 11-15 years from multicultural and Indigenous backgrounds to the second session of the Next Generation Academy Come & Try Days held at Northern Bay College Goldsworthy Campus.

Register here

Club Development

2025 Player Registration Open

You may not be aware that Player Registration Opening Date commenced on the 1st of October allowing Clubs to register new or returning participants earlier should they wish to, noting that the decision on when to open these registrations remains at the discretion of your Club.

November Player Transfer Period will be reintroduced in 2024 allowing for Player Transfer Requests to be lodged between 1 November and 30 November.

Clubs setting up a registration form

Please ensure that you are making your registration form visible understanding some clubs will hide their registration form if you are, for example, at capacity or offering registration initially to previous participants before making it visible.

Rego fee set >$0.
Container Deposit Scheme Fundraising Opportunities

Local club fundraising opportunity through new Container Deposit Scheme partnership

Local football clubs across the state will be supported to raise funds and become more sustainable through a new partnership between AFL Victoria and Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). CDS Vic provides the opportunity for Victorians to return eligible drink containers for a 10-cent refund.

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The Get Active Victoria Kids Voucher Program Is Back

Eligible kids can receive up to $200 to cover the costs of memberships and registration fees for programs like local club footy, Auskick and Superkick.

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The Barwon Bulletin - October 15

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers.
To recieve email notifications of the Barwon Bulletin, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

EDITION 57
October 15, 2025

(LAST UPDATED - October 15, 2025)

Position description and application form

General Updates

Key Updates

McNamara and Jones honoured at AFL Victoria Community Football Awards

The annual AFL Victoria Community Football Awards were held on Friday night at IKON Park, to celebrate the end of another season of local footy across the state.

Australian Rules Football is driven by volunteers, coaches, umpires and administrators who are the heartbeat of the local game. Tens of thousands of people in Victoria dedicate significant time and effort towards ensuring the success of their clubs and communities.

Chris Jones and Luke McNamara were amongst the award winners for their contributions to Umpiring and Participation within the AFL Barwon region.

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Vacancy | Netball Competition Coordinator

AFL Barwon are seeking an enthusiastic, and motivated person(s) to coordinate the AFL Barwon Junior Netball midweek competitions.

The Netball Competition Coordinator is primarily responsible for managing and coordinating all onsite venue requirements for the AFL Barwon Junior Netball midweek competitions. The AFL Barwon Junior Netball competitions are run across Tuesday and Friday evenings at multiple venues.

The successful applicant will be responsible for liaising with key stakeholders, clubs, netball umpires, AFL Barwon staﬀ and other valuable groups present at our midweek competitions.

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AFL Nines

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BFNL & GFNL Life Membership Nominations
We are seeking nominations from clubs for BFNL & GFNL Life Membership.

The criteria for nomination for Geelong FNL or Bellarine FNL Life Membership are that the nominee must have:
- held the position of Football Club President, Secretary or Treasurer with 10 years accumulated service in any of the three roles. This would also include service for a continuous period in a combination of any of the three positions or
- provided 15 years continuous service directly for either league or
- held the position of chairperson of Netball section of a Club serving for 10 continuous years
- and offered the service voluntarily
To nominate, please fill in the below form.
Nominate Here

Club Development

Get Active Kids Vouchers - Club registration
Registrations are now open for sporting clubs and organisations to become a Get Active Kids Activity Provider ahead of round 9 of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program, opening in October clubs and sporting organisations can register as a provider, which allows families to sign up their kids by used the voucher up front and reducing out-of-pocket expenses.

Important Dates
- Round 9 applications open: 10am 15th October 2025
- Round 9 applications close: 13 November 2025 (or earlier if the budget allocation is fully exhausted)
- Voucher expiry date: 31 December 2025
More Information found here
Volunteer/Parents Engagement

The Volunteer Connect was sent to registered volunteers on the 8th of October. Click here to see some of the stories added, including eSafety Commissioner webinars and much more.

A recent study investigated the way parents are engaged in youth sport (including junior footy) and how this relates to the experience of new families at sporting clubs. Three key themes were identified: (1) Personalising the onboarding experience, (2) Thanks and recognition, and (3) Chats, Check-ins, and Consultation. Click here to read more.
Coaching

AFL Barwon/AFL Victoria are excited to present an opportunity for existing (Female) Women & Girls coaches who are eager to enhance their skills and advance in their coaching careers. Introducing the Female Coaching Academywhich focuses on creating quality coaching environments, coaching at training/game and an opportunity to attend an open training session with local talent league coaches.

Details are found below.

AFL Barwon - Women & Girls Coaching Academy

Elevate Coaching Course (Level 2)

Venue: AFLB HQ at Highton Reserve

Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025

Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm – Three workshops combined in the one day.

Cost: FREE

Register here
Grants
SRV Regional All Abilities Participation Grants

Supports grassroots sport and active recreation clubs and community-based not-for-profit organisations, to enable ongoing, sustainable, and meaningful participation for people with disability in regional Victoria.

Grant amount: up to $25,000 / category. Open: October 1 2025 / Close: 19 November 2025.

For more information - All Abilities funding

Local Sports infrastructure Fund

The Victorian State Government has recently announced the opening of their Local Sports Infrastructure Fund for 2025/26.

This program has 3 funding streams available for funding each with a different maximum grant amounts available.
- Community Facilities
- Lighting
- Planning
As per any Sport and Recreation Victoria Facilities grant, only LGA's are eligible to apply, with applications closing at 5pm, 2 December, 2025.

Can I encourage you to reach out to their Local council contact to discuss any projects that fit the criteria.

Our recommendation is that these discussions should occur sooner rather than later, as most LGA's will formalise a list to present to Sport and Recreation Victoria prior to starting any applications.

SRV 2026-27 Country Football Netball Program

The current round of SRV Country Football Netball Program is open and will close at 5pm Thursday February 26, 2026

See the Link for more information on this State Government program (up to $250k per LGA).

This program is available to AFL Victoria Country affiliated clubs with only LGA's are eligible to apply. Clubs are encouraged to speak to their local council contact to discuss potential projects that may be eligible for submission in either of the two available SRV funding programs.
Club Development Contact

Any queries regarding these articles can be directed to:

Tim Secombe

AFL Barwon Club Development Lead

0417 665 173

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Netball

Netball Victoria

Netball Victoria Update

Applications for the 2025-26 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund are now open

The 2025-2026 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund (LSIF) offers up to $500,000 for upgrades to sports facilities across Victoria. The fund supports councils to enhance local sports grounds, courts, lighting, and more, with a focus on increasing participation, especially in women and girls.

The fund offers three streams:
Community facilities: Up to $500,000
Community sports lighting: Up to $250,000
Planning projects: Up to $40,000

Applications open: Tuesday 2 September 2025
Applications close: Tuesday 2 December 2025
Outcomes: Announced in April 2026

As this is processed through councils, we encourage early planning and submission to ensure your project meets the timeline.

More information

Regional all abilities grants now open

Regional all abilities participation grants assist organisations to increase participation opportunities and address barriers for people with disability in regional Victoria, helping netball remain a sport for all.

Applications close19 November 2025.

More information.

Monthly Online Education Session

Please view the recordings from the October Session

Session 1- Netball Connect - Match Day

Session 2- Getting clubs, associations and leagues 'Rep Ready'

Session 3- Child Safe practices

The next session, and final for the year, will take place on Monday 10 November. Details to come.

2026 Talent Academy Umpire Program
Become an Umpire Coach with the Talent Academy Umpire program and support talented umpires as they progress towards a higher accreditation.
Applications close Friday 24 October.

Impact of Australian Government social media age restrictions

Following the announcement of the social media age restrictions from the Federal Government, Netball Victoria is working with the government to understand what this means for our affiliates and netball communities moving forward.

The restrictions come into effect from the Wednesday 10 December, and we hope to be able to provide some clear direction by that time.

View current government information

Everyone belongs in netball video

Netball Victoria and the Melbourne Vixens have created a video to encourage the message that ‘everyone belongs’ in our sport.

The video is available to our affiliates to download and use across social media channels, in venue or in digital newsletters.

Pride in Sport survey - have your say!

Netball Victoria is a proudly diverse and an inclusive organisation and we're inviting the netball community to have their say.

The survey helps to inform our commitment to initiatives that promote greater inclusion of people of diverse sexuality and gender in the netball community.

Spending 10 minutes to complete the survey will enable Netball Victoria to understand the views and experiences from everyone in the netball community.

Survey closes Sunday 15 December.

Complete the survey

Junior Netball

Midweek Junior Netball
Uniform Reminders
- Please be reminded that all clubs must be in their registered uniform. Teams not wearing their registered club uniform must seek approval from AFL Barwon for this to occur. Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if this impacts you.
- Jewellery is NOT permitted. Taping of earrings is NOT permitted.
- Teams listed second are responsible for providing CLASH bibs.
Due to the Australian Diamonds game this Friday 17 October creating a high volume of forfeits, along with several team withdrawals, unfortunately a number of fixture requests could not be accommodated.

Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause, but we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Please also take a moment to double check the fixture and notify your teams of any potential venue and/or time changes.
Register your EOI
AFL Barwon Junior Netball Representative Coach - 2026 Program

Coaching applications for the 2026 AFL Barwon Netball Representative program are now open.

The Bellarine and Geelong Representative Programs are an opportunity for athletes, coaches and umpires within these competitions to compete at a higher level and provide an opportunity for skills development and talent identification.

Download Position Description

Application Form

Read More

Netball Umpiring

2025-26 Summer Season Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

Season starts Friday 10 October

Must have completed the Foundation Umpires Education Course, Rules of Theory Netball Exam and participated in an AFL Barwon Beginner Training Session.

You will receive an email with further instructions to complete prior to competition starting.

Register Here
Midweek Mentors Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

We are looking for umpire mentors to assist with the development of umpires through our midweek and Saturday competitions. If you have experience in umpiring and are keen to share your knowledge to others then it would be great to hear from you.

You will receive an email to confirm your role as a mentor at the end of September and will be required to sign a document outlining roles and expectations if you did mentor during the winter season. 

If this sounds like you, please complete the below expression of interest.

Register Here

Resource Links

The Barwon Bulletin - October 23

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers.
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EDITION 58
October 23, 2025

(LAST UPDATED - October 23, 2025)

Position description and application form

General Updates

Key Updates

2025 AFL Barwon Community Awards Event

Join us at Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong on Wednesday, November 12th, for an evening dedicated to celebration, appreciation, and the recognition of outstanding contributions to football and netball.

The AFL Barwon Community Awards were created to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes who make the AFL Barwon community thrive. Whether you’re a passionate supporter, a committed coach, a devoted umpire, or a selfless volunteer, the AFL Barwon Community Awards is your opportunity to come together and applaud the exceptional achievements of the year.

Tickets include canapés and a welcome drink upon arrival for all guests.

Tickets can be purchased from Friday via the AFL Barwon Intix page.

Purchase Tickets Here Tomorrow
2026 Bellarine FNL, Colac & District FNL & Geelong FNL Dates

AFL Barwon has confirmed key dates for the 2026 season across its senior football and netball competitions, promising another exciting year of community sport.

The Geelong Football Netball League (GFNL) will kick off on Saturday, 18 April, with the season culminating in the Grand Final on Friday, 25 September. Notably, Leopold v St Joseph’s will again be played at Lorne on Easter Saturday, continuing a popular tradition.

The Bellarine Football Netball League (BFNL) starts earlier, with Round 1 on Saturday, 4 April, and the Grand Final scheduled for Saturday, 19 September.

The Colac & District Football Netball League (CDFNL) will have a slightly adjusted schedule. Alvie v Irrewarra-Beeac will kick off on Saturday, 28 March, bringing their Round 4 fixture forward, while two Good Friday games —Lorne v Apollo Bay and Colac Imperials v Alvie will also be played. All other CDFNL clubs will start their season on Saturday, 11 April, ahead of the Grand Final on Saturday, 19 September.

Fixture requests have been sought from clubs to support the commencement of fixtures to be created.

Start dates for all other AFL Barwon competitions, including Senior Female Football, All Abilities, Junior Football and Netball, will be communicated in the coming weeks.
AGM Dates Confirmed

The confirmed dates for the upcoming Annual General Meetings are as follows:

Bellarine Football Netball League (BFNL) and Geelong Football Netball League (GFNL)

AGM Date: Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Time: Geelong FNL (6.00pm), Bellarine FNL (6.30pm)
Format: Virtual (meeting link and agenda will be distributed closer to the date)

AFL Barwon AGM

The AFL Barwon Football & Netball Commission AGM will be held on Wednesday 25 February 2026.
Will Ross departs AFL Barwon

AFL Barwon would like to extend our sincere thanks and congratulations to Will Ross, who has departed the organisation after three years of dedicated service.

During his time with AFL Barwon, Will has made a significant contribution across junior football and umpiring operations, playing an important role in supporting the growth and success of both areas.

Will is now moving on to an exciting new opportunity with GMHBA Insurance, where he will take on a role in Information Technology. This career move aligns with Will’s professional development plan and provides a fantastic opportunity for him to forge a long-term career in this field.

We thank Will for his hard work, professionalism, and commitment to the AFL Barwon community and wish him all the best in this next chapter of his career.

If there are any questions or queries relating to junior football, please contact Head of Football, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
AFL Barwon HQ Closures
Please note the AFL Barwon office will be closed on the following dates:
- Friday, October 31
- Monday, November 3
- Tuesday, November 4
Staff hours may vary across this period, and responses may be delayed accordingly.
BFNL & GFNL Life Membership Nominations
We are seeking nominations from clubs for BFNL & GFNL Life Membership.

The criteria for nomination for Geelong FNL or Bellarine FNL Life Membership are that the nominee must have:
- held the position of Football Club President, Secretary or Treasurer with 10 years accumulated service in any of the three roles. This would also include service for a continuous period in a combination of any of the three positions or
- provided 15 years continuous service directly for either league or
- held the position of chairperson of Netball section of a Club serving for 10 continuous years
- and offered the service voluntarily
To nominate, please fill in the below form.
Nominate Here
Vacancy | Netball Competition Coordinator

AFL Barwon are seeking an enthusiastic, and motivated person(s) to coordinate the AFL Barwon Junior Netball midweek competitions.

The Netball Competition Coordinator is primarily responsible for managing and coordinating all onsite venue requirements for the AFL Barwon Junior Netball midweek competitions. The AFL Barwon Junior Netball competitions are run across Tuesday and Friday evenings at multiple venues.

The successful applicant will be responsible for liaising with key stakeholders, clubs, netball umpires, AFL Barwon staﬀ and other valuable groups present at our midweek competitions.

Read More
AFL Nines

Register Here

Commercial Partnerships

Gilbert Club Web Shop

AFL Barwon Clubs have exclusive access to the Gilbert Club Web Shop where members receive special benefits and offer when they register.

Sign up today via the button below with your club email and get set up for the season with Gilbert.

Register Here

Club Development

Available Grants
2025 Junior and Youth Girls Uniform Grant

The AFL, thanks to Fanatics, has launched the 2025 Junior and Youth Girls Uniform Grants Program – with a share in $250,000 available to support uniforms for junior and youth girls. Clubs and Umpires

Clubs can apply for up to $3,000, while Leagues can apply for up to $10,000 to provide specially cut uniforms helping girls feel comfortable, confident, and included on the field.

Applications open 27/10/25 and close at 11.59pm on the 24/11/25

Apply now at https://afl.smartygrants.com.au/junioryouthgirlsuniformgrant2025

Video here - https://play.afl/clubhelp/women-girls/grants

SRV Regional All Abilities Participation Grants

Supports grassroots sport and active recreation clubs and community-based not-for-profit organisations, to enable ongoing, sustainable, and meaningful participation for people with disability in regional Victoria.

Grant amount: up to $25,000 / category. Open: October 1 2025 / Close: 19 November 2025.

For more information - All Abilities funding

Local Sports infrastructure Fund

The Victorian State Government has recently announced the opening of their Local Sports Infrastructure Fund for 2025/26.

This program has 3 funding streams available for funding each with a different maximum grant amounts available.
- Community Facilities
- Lighting
- Planning
As per any Sport and Recreation Victoria Facilities grant, only LGA's are eligible to apply, with applications closing at 5pm, 2 December, 2025.

Can I encourage you to reach out to their Local council contact to discuss any projects that fit the criteria.

Our recommendation is that these discussions should occur sooner rather than later, as most LGA's will formalise a list to present to Sport and Recreation Victoria prior to starting any applications.

SRV 2026-27 Country Football Netball Program

The current round of SRV Country Football Netball Program is open and will close at 5pm Thursday February 26, 2026

See the Link for more information on this State Government program (up to $250k per LGA).

This program is available to AFL Victoria Country affiliated clubs with only LGA's are eligible to apply. Clubs are encouraged to speak to their local council contact to discuss potential projects that may be eligible for submission in either of the two available SRV funding programs.
Get Active Kids Vouchers - Club registration
Registrations are now open for sporting clubs and organisations to become a Get Active Kids Activity Provider ahead of round 9 of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program, opening in October clubs and sporting organisations can register as a provider, which allows families to sign up their kids by used the voucher up front and reducing out-of-pocket expenses.

Important Dates
- Round 9 applications open: 10am 15th October 2025
- Round 9 applications close: 13 November 2025 (or earlier if the budget allocation is fully exhausted)
- Voucher expiry date: 31 December 2025
More Information found here
Volunteer/Parents Engagement

The Volunteer Connect was sent to registered volunteers on the 8th of October. Click here to see some of the stories added, including eSafety Commissioner webinars and much more.

A recent study investigated the way parents are engaged in youth sport (including junior footy) and how this relates to the experience of new families at sporting clubs. Three key themes were identified: (1) Personalising the onboarding experience, (2) Thanks and recognition, and (3) Chats, Check-ins, and Consultation. Click here to read more.
Coaching Opportunitites

AFL Barwon/AFL Victoria are excited to present an opportunity for existing (Female) Women & Girls coaches who are eager to enhance their skills and advance in their coaching careers. Introducing the Female Coaching Academywhich focuses on creating quality coaching environments, coaching at training/game and an opportunity to attend an open training session with local talent league coaches.

Details are found below.

AFL Barwon - Women & Girls Coaching Academy

Elevate Coaching Course (Level 2)

Venue: AFLB HQ at Highton Reserve

Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025

Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm – Three workshops combined in the one day.

Cost: FREE

Register here
Club Development Contact

Any queries regarding these articles can be directed to:

Tim Secombe

AFL Barwon Club Development Lead

0417 665 173

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Netball

Netball Victoria

Netball Victoria Update

Applications for the 2025-26 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund are now open

The 2025-2026 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund (LSIF) offers up to $500,000 for upgrades to sports facilities across Victoria. The fund supports councils to enhance local sports grounds, courts, lighting, and more, with a focus on increasing participation, especially in women and girls.

The fund offers three streams:
Community facilities: Up to $500,000
Community sports lighting: Up to $250,000
Planning projects: Up to $40,000

Applications open: Tuesday 2 September 2025
Applications close: Tuesday 2 December 2025
Outcomes: Announced in April 2026

As this is processed through councils, we encourage early planning and submission to ensure your project meets the timeline.

More information

Regional all abilities grants now open

Regional all abilities participation grants assist organisations to increase participation opportunities and address barriers for people with disability in regional Victoria, helping netball remain a sport for all.

Applications close 19 November 2025.

More information.

Monthly Online Education Session

Please view the recordings from the October Session

Session 1- Netball Connect - Match Day

Session 2- Getting clubs, associations and leagues 'Rep Ready'

Session 3- Child Safe practices

The next session, and final for the year, will take place on Monday 10 November. Details to come.

2026 Talent Academy Umpire Program
Become an Umpire Coach with the Talent Academy Umpire program and support talented umpires as they progress towards a higher accreditation.
Applications close Friday 24 October.

Impact of Australian Government social media age restrictions

Following the announcement of the social media age restrictions from the Federal Government, Netball Victoria is working with the government to understand what this means for our affiliates and netball communities moving forward.

The restrictions come into effect from the Wednesday 10 December, and we hope to be able to provide some clear direction by that time.

View current government information

Everyone belongs in netball video

Netball Victoria and the Melbourne Vixens have created a video to encourage the message that ‘everyone belongs’ in our sport.

The video is available to our affiliates to download and use across social media channels, in venue or in digital newsletters.

Pride in Sport survey - have your say!

Netball Victoria is a proudly diverse and an inclusive organisation and we're inviting the netball community to have their say.

The survey helps to inform our commitment to initiatives that promote greater inclusion of people of diverse sexuality and gender in the netball community.

Spending 10 minutes to complete the survey will enable Netball Victoria to understand the views and experiences from everyone in the netball community.

Survey closes Sunday 15 December.

Complete the survey

Junior Netball

Midweek Junior Netball Update

The fixture for both Tuesday and Friday night grading week 3 is live on PlayHQ.

Please see below a link to the public site to pass onto club members.

https://www.playhq.com/netball-australia/org/afl-barwon-fnl/afl-barwon-summer-summer-202526/965190df

A friendly reminder that players are not permitted to wear any jewellery, including earrings or piercings. Please note that taping of piercings is also not allowed. We kindly ask that everyone remain polite and understanding if approached by officials regarding this rule.

I hope everyone is enjoying the start of our Summer Season so far!

Fixtures here
AFL Barwon Junior Netball Representative Coach - 2026 Program

Coaching applications for the 2026 AFL Barwon Netball Representative program are now open.

The Bellarine and Geelong Representative Programs are an opportunity for athletes, coaches and umpires within these competitions to compete at a higher level and provide an opportunity for skills development and talent identification.

Download Position Description

Application Form

Read More

Netball Umpiring

2025-26 Summer Season Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

Season starts Friday 10 October

Must have completed the Foundation Umpires Education Course, Rules of Theory Netball Exam and participated in an AFL Barwon Beginner Training Session.

You will receive an email with further instructions to complete prior to competition starting.

Register Here
Midweek Mentors Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

We are looking for umpire mentors to assist with the development of umpires through our midweek and Saturday competitions. If you have experience in umpiring and are keen to share your knowledge to others then it would be great to hear from you.

You will receive an email to confirm your role as a mentor at the end of September and will be required to sign a document outlining roles and expectations if you did mentor during the winter season. 

If this sounds like you, please complete the below expression of interest.

Register Here

Resource Links

The Barwon Bulletin - Sept 12

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 06
Sep 12, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - Sep 12, 2024)

General Updates

GFNL Grand Final & Public Holiday Family Festival

Celebrate the Geelong Football Netball League Grand Final with AFL Barwon!

Bring the whole family for an action-packed day featuring live music by The Sweethearts, delicious food trucks, and interactive sports activities.

Catch 3 exciting games of local football on GMHBA Stadium's turf, and 12 games of local netball on the Kardinia Park courts.

This Public Holiday is your chance to embrace the fun and excitement of all things sport in Geelong!

Adults - $15
Concession - $10
Children - $5

TICKETS
Blood Toyota GFNL Luncheon Information
The Geelong Football Netball League annual Grand Final exclusive event will be held in the form of a Luncheon at GMHBA Stadium on the 27th September.

Details:
- 27th September
- Presidents Room / GMHBA Stadium (Access through main gate)
- 11:45am-1:00pm
- Tickets coming soon
Club presidents will be contacted in the comng week regarding the event. Clubs had the option to purchase their tickets via a ticket link, or can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to have tickets issued directly and invoiced at a later date.

As in previous years, Clubs are advised to have 10 guests in attendance for this event to have representation and show support for everyone in the League.
GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)
- Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue.
- Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
- It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
- Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
- Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements.
- No glass is permitted at the venue.
- Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
- Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
- No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
- Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.
2024 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

Click to view process
2024 Presentation Nights

You will find all the details of the 2024 Best & Fairest Presentation Nights via the link below.

Next week will see the CDFNL Junior & Senior Nights, as well as the combined U18 Football & 19U Netball Presentation Night.

GFNL clubs will recieve their invitees for the Mathieson Medal by the end of the week.

For any questions regarding Presentation Nights, please contactThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Presentation Night Info

Football

GFNL Week 2 Finals
Author - Simon Riddoch

Good Afternoon GFNL Football Contacts,

GFNL 2024 second weekend of GFNL Finals is this week.

Week One & Two & Three of the GFNL 2024 Qualifying, Semi and Elimination Finals will be held at Geelong West Oval (North Geelong) all game times are available on PlayHQ.
- Bar – Lara FNC
- Catering – St Joseph’s FNC
I draw your attention to club supporters entering the ground walking directly to umpires and verbally attacking and filming them with mobile phones, the first week of finals.

This behaviour is not on, umpires like everyone on game day should have a safe and great GFNL game day experience.

Umpires should feel safe in their working environment and feel safe to enter and leave the ground.

The GFNL community are better than this and I would like to see this behaviour stop, all club supporter interactions with umpires must cease.

This week AFL Barwon will be adopting greater protection measures for the umpires.

GFNL clubs are required to support and communicate with members and supporters to always stay away from umpires when entering and leaving the ground.

Any umpire feedback should follow the process of contacting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Host & Participating clubs game day responsibilities:
- Host Club: Geelong West FNC
- Umpire escorts
- Interchange & look after Spare football.
Participating Clubs:

Geelong West Giants, Leopold, Newtown & Chilwell, South Barwon, St Joseph’s, St Mary’s & Torquay Papworth.
- Team sheets (can either be given directly to the umpires or via AFLB Staff 1 copy for AFL Barwon staff)
- Best Players & Goalkickers (give to AFLB staff post-game)
AFL Barwon Staff:
- Timekeepers & Score Board.
- Footballs (One to umpires – Spare to interchange steward)
- Paperwork (To umpires and timekeepers)
- Brief timekeepers regarding time on in Reserves & Under 18s, as well as extra time procedures
- Ensure clubs come out on time.
- Collect paperwork and football from the umpires’ post-game & get the all-clear.
- Collect the best players and goalkickers from the club post-game & notify them of any reports or review requests.
- Results entry after each game.
Water carriers information:
- Water carriers MUST NOT BE USED AS MESSENGERS (Runners).
- Water carriers must work away from the coaching box by at least 15m, when not delivering water they must be off the ground and against the fence, not standing on the boundary line or field of play spectating.
- They are permitted to fill their water bottles etc from the area.
- Free kicks may apply for breaches.
Interchange bench
- Only those on the team sheet are permitted in the interchange bench, any persons not named will be politely asked to move behind the fence.
- This is not a place for injured players not participating in the match.
- All personal must remain behind the lines marked and not be standing on the actual boundary line, this is a hindrance for boundary umpires and a safety issue.
- This will be monitored by match/league officials.
How much are tickets to attend the Geelong Football Netball League Finals?
- Adults - $15
- Concession - $10
- Junior (5 – 17 years old) - $5
- Family Ticket (2 Adults & 2+ Children) - $40 capped
Will there be other methods available at the gate to enter the finals venues on the day?

Patrons will be able to purchase a ticket via Intix at the gate with the event QR Codes that will be on display.

There will also be cash and EFTPOS facilities available.

Parking Information:

Limited to clubs and official tickets will be issued via Intix – No cash payments for car parking

Any Questions please reach out - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Week 2 Team Info
Geelong West Venue Map

View Full Site Breakdown Here
CDFNL Week 3 Finals
Author - Simon Riddoch

Hello, CDFNL FOOTBALL Club contacts, Preliminary Finals week – all the best to clubs participating,

AFL Barwon reached out on Monday to formally invite you to the end-of-year Presentation Night events next week.

Clubs are each allocated 20 guests (including both football & netball guests). Please RSVP to Camryn’s email by the end of Thursday this week.

Please note that as with previous years, you will be invoiced for your 20 guests by the CDFNL post-event.

CDFNL Junior Presentation Night

Monday 16 September

Colac RSL, 6:30pm

Cost – $30pp (Includes meal)

CDFNL “Mahoney & Russell” Senior Presentation Night

Wednesday 18 September

Colac RSL, 6:30pm

Cost – $35pp (Includes meal)

CDFNL FINALS INFORMATION
- Colac Council has informed CDFNL that CDFNL clubs will not use the Central Reserve for training.
- Colac FNC Upstairs social room for adults to sit and watch football.
- No reserved parking until the Grand Final.
- Colac social rooms not open
- No reversing of vehicles parking
24 Selected Teams - Media

24.1 Senior teams must be entered with their playing position selected, onto the PlayHQ database each

Thursday night before 6.00pm

24.2 Clubs must enter separate positions for eighteen players, three interchanges and up to three

emergencies.

24.3 Fines will be issued for noncompliance and/or each player named on the official team sheets that

was not named in the selected list of twenty-four.

Penalty $20 per player (Max $100)

22 Codes of Conduct and Other Policies

22.1

All players, officials and Club members at all League matches shall be subject to the Policies and Codes of

Conduct as issued by the Board from time to time.

22.2

The Board is required to adopt complementary rules and regulations in football competitions under their respective

control and jurisdiction as those of AFL Victoria and AFL Victoria.

22.3

The Colac & District Board has also adopted a range of AFL Victoria, Netball Victoria and AFL Barwon policies.

These include, but are not restricted to:
- Infectious Diseases Policy
- No Smoking & Alcohol Management Policy
- AFL Vilification and Discrimination Policy
- Anti-Doping Policy
- Codes of Conduct - Players, Coaches, Parents & Umpires
- Gender Policy
- De-Registration Policy
- Privacy Policy
- Responsible Serving of Alcohol
- Looking After Mates
- Netball Australia Member Protection Policy – found behaviours (verbally) less than appropriate first week of netball final – needs to be lifted to the appropriate standards.
- AFL Barwon Cybersafety Policy
- AFL Barwon Constitution
- AFL Barwon Local PPS By Laws
- AFL National Age Dispensation Policy
- Child Safe Guarding Policy
Timekeepers
- Competing Clubs will need to supply Timekeepers for Reserve, Colts U18, & U14.5.
Interchange.
- Home clubs are responsible for Interchange.
ICE & Stretcher
- Competing clubs will need to bring ICE & Stretcher for finals.
- Umpire escorts are NOT REQUIRED by clubs.
Disabled Parking
- No reserved parking for finals. Limited disabled parking is available for the Grand Final.
Patrons taking Dogs to matches.
- Please note that there are to be no dogs at venues in the CDFNL besides Guide or special needs dogs.
Smoking
- There is to be no smoking on the field or within 10m of the playing surface. This also applies within pavilions and change rooms.
Photography & Filming
- All football and netball Grand Finals will be subject to photography/ filmed.
CDFNL FINALS & GRAND FINAL CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
- Everyone must pay the admission Fee.
- Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves.
- It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
- Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
- ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12 pm.
- No Glass allowed.
- Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron
- Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
- No Dogs Allowed
- Re-entry bypass-out stamp only
CDFNL Finals Catering (roster below)
1. Elimination final – Irrewarra Beeac
2. Qualifying – Birregurra
3. 1^st semi – Colac imperials
4. 2^nd semi – South Colac
5. Prelim – Alvie
6. GF -Western Eagles.
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Ballarat All Set For 2024 V/Line Cup

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AFL Nines Registration

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Netball

Junior Netball Presentation Night Results

View Here
Junior Netball Summer Team Entries
2024/25 Summer Team Entries

We have extended the team entries until Sunday 22nd September. Please make sure you get your teams in on time so fixtures can be finalised and released. All clubs should have received more details about the summer competition via email. Please reach out if your club did not receive anything.

Google forms for team entries:
- 11&U:https://forms.gle/nP5yLmgoH4wmdTzCA 
- 13&U:https://forms.gle/ktSug5YZka2uyBbe6 
- 15&U:https://forms.gle/wvkMTfn1mfqjkhyR7 
- 17&U:https://forms.gle/hWmgWW2JHbnFRX4M6 
BFNL & GFNL - End of Season Requirements
Salary Cap Reporting – DUE 4 WEEKS POST YOUR CLUBS FINAL A GRADE GAME

As the season draws to a close, please be reminded of your post season reporting requirements.

All clubs are required to submit their player payment reporting via the spreadsheet on our websiteHERE

(scroll to “Netball Budget Template”)

All Players who have taken the court in A Grade are required to have either a standard player declaration, or non-declared player statement.

Helpful tips:
- Games played on the report should line up with PlayHQ records for compliance
- If players who do not take the court, but receive payment for benching, please put this in the ‘other payments’ section of the template with a note such as ‘bench player payment’.
- The spreadsheet auto-calculates for you, so please be mindful of it’s pre-exisitng formulas.
All relevant player payment policies can be found on this site should you need any further information. If you are unsure about anything, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Updating your Organisation Data in Netball Connect - Action Required

Author - Netball Victoria

Netball Victoria have made it easier than ever to maintain and update your organisation information and key personnel data. Updating administrators, key personnel, committee members, T&C's, governance, affiliate finder and asset register information will now be completed directly in Netball Connect and replaces the previous process of updating the external CRM system. We have created a series of resources to assist you in updating your organisation data,please click here to get started.

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Growing Regions Program Round 2

Author - Netball Victoria

The Growing Regions Program drives regional economic prosperity by providing access to funding for community-focused infrastructure projects throughout rural and regional areas of Australia. Opens 5 Sep 2024.

 Click here to view the government website for T&Cs and eligibility. 
Coaching, Umpiring & Pathway

Author - Maddie Okely (Netball Victoria)

COACHING & UMPIRING

Fundamentals - A Coaches' Guide

New FREE course from Netball Australia for beginner coaches. Click the link to register: https://learning.netball.com.au/enrol/index.php?id=1610

 Community Coaching Masterclass – Who you coach

Free Course - This Community Coaching Masterclass – Who you coach helps you find out what motivates and drives your participants, to create engaging environments that meet their needs. Click the link to register: https://learning.netball.com.au/enrol/index.php?id=1248

Umpire Mentor Workshops

Remaining Mentor and Advanced Mentoring workshops are upcoming in October 2024. Click to register here

PATHWAY

VNL Awards 2024

The VNL Awards Ceremony was held Sunday 18 August 2024, wrapping up another successful season. Click here to read the full list of winners.

Position Description

Umpiring

Netball Umpiring Opportunity – VACSAL Carnivals

Umpires Wanted for the upcoming Junior and Senior VACSAL Carnivals coming up over the next few weeks

The VACSAL Carnivals provides an opportunity for Victorian Aboriginal Communities from across the state to gather and participate in friendly competition in positive environment. This event promotes cultural ties, family participation, a healthy lifestyle and showcases unique talent.

Full day and half day options are offered and payment of up to $150 per day is available.

JUNIOR VACSAL CARNIVAL - Bendigo

Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 September, 2024.

Venue: Mercy Junortoun Sports Precinct. 1 St Vincents Road, Junortoun 3551

9&U, 12&U, 15&U, 17&U matches

Minimum C Badge preferred, but not essential.

9:00am till approx. 5:00pm.

Sign-up here:https://forms.gle/sijeFo9NpuvE7oEV8

SENIOR VACSAL CARNIVAL - Geelong
Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 October, 2024

Kardinia Park Netball Complex, Kilgour Street, South Geelong 3220 & Portarlington Recreation Reserve 4/22 Sproat St, Portarlington VIC 3223

A, B, C, D grade matches

Minimum C Badge required.

9:00am till approx. 5:00pm.

Sign-up here:https://forms.gle/y2FYCDEBJKoDoSZz9

If you have any questions, please contact Maddie Okely on0488 634345 or atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Commercial Partnerships

Geelong Cats Signed Jumpers

Each AFL Barwon affiliated club have received one allocated 2024 Geelong Cats signed football jumper, thanks to our community partnership.

Our region is very fortunate to have the Geelong Cats support in providing these for our clubs  to use for fundraising or gifting opportunities. This year we would like some feedback from clubs on the value they see and make from these jumpers. We are keen to understand whether clubs find value in these jumpers being provided, and how much financial gain each club makes from these. This will allow us to understand whether we continue to offer these to clubs in the future. 2025 and beyond.

Each clubs signed jumper will be able to be picked up from the AFL Barwon Office from 10am Monday September 16th. 

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact AFL Barwon Commercial Partnerships and Communications Manager, Sean Atkinson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
Serenity In The Stadium

Yoga for Mental Health at GMHBA Stadium

This year for World Mental Health Day, we are joining Active Geelong, Read the Play and Kardinia Park Stadium Trust to bring a new event to the Geelong community.

Serenity in the Stadium will be taking over the iconic GMHBA Stadium on Thursday 10 October, where up to 2,000 people will gather on the oval for a one-hour yoga session as the sun rises over the stands.

The practice of yoga is beneficial for many reasons including mind-body connection, stress reduction, improved mood, mindfulness, physical activity and social connection.

Lead by Sally Ferriss from Wonder Yoga, the event aims to raise awareness for mental health and the importance of physical activity and social connection for our mental wellbeing. 

Date: Thursday 10 October 2024

Time: Approx. 7am

Location: Oval at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong VIC

Cost:Adults $55 | Student/Concession - $33 | Family (2 adults, 2 children) – $132

For more information or to register, visit: www.serenityinthestadium.com.au

Join us in making a difference this World Mental Health Day.

Club Development

Sporting Club Grants Program Closing
State Government Funding Opportunities - Closes Fri October 11 @ 4pm.

Vic Government - Sporting Club Grants Program

The program aims helps grassroots clubs and organisations address barriers in participation, develop safe and sustainable practices and build social and active local communities

Funding Categories
- Category 1: On-field Uniforms or Equipment
- Category 2: Volunteers and Officials
- Category 3: Access and Engagement
- Category 4: Competitors
Guideline and Application Form is found here - https://sport.vic.gov.au/funding/sporting-club-grants-program
Two Worthy Clubs Win a Toyota!

Victoria scores big with National Volunteer Awards!

Two worthy local footy club volunteers will soon be driving away in a new Toyota Corolla Hybrid vehicle (along with an AFL GF experience package)!! The deserving winners were recently notified by the respective Region / League in front of their club peers - in a memorable experience for the volunteers & their club. Brilliant stuff!!

Read more here. https://www.aflvic.com.au/news/vics-take-out-top-honours-in-2024-toyota-afl-national-volunteer-of-the-year-awards-153903

Gallery Highlights

Junior Netball Best & Fairest

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Torquay V St Josephs

U16 Div 3 Grand Final

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Torquay V Bell Park

U16 Div 5 Grand Final

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St Josephs V Torquay

U16 Div 1 Grand Final

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Inverleigh V Newcomb

U14 Div 5 Grand Final

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Drysdale V Geelong Amateur

U14 Div 2 Grand Final

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St Mary's V St Joseph's

U14 Div 1 Grand Final

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Click to view gallery. All galleries are uploaded weekly to AFL Barwon Facebook.

The Barwon Bulletin - Sept 19

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 07
Sep 19, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - Sep 19, 2024)

General Updates

GFNL Grand Final & Public Holiday Family Festival

Celebrate the Geelong Football Netball League Grand Final with AFL Barwon!

Bring the whole family for an action-packed day featuring live music by The Sweethearts, delicious food trucks, and interactive sports activities.

Catch 3 exciting games of local football on GMHBA Stadium's turf, and 12 games of local netball on the Kardinia Park courts.

This Public Holiday is your chance to embrace the fun and excitement of all things sport in Geelong!

Adults - $15
Concession - $10
Children - $5

TICKETS
GFNL Grand Final Corporate Hospitality Opportunities
Blood Toyota Geelong FNL Grand Final Corporate Hospitality Opportunities

We are excited to be able to offer corporate hospitality packages for the Blood Toyota Geelong FNL Grand Final in the Charles Brownlow Stand.

The corporate package includes
- VIP waiter service from arrival to conclusion of the match (1:30pm-4:30pm)
- Gourmet food offering
- 3-hour standard beverage package
- Entry to all AFL Barwon Grand Finals
Each corporate event space has a minimum of 10 guests with 7 boxes available to be purchased. Tickets are $200 per person.

Corporate packages will be unable to be purchased after 5pm Friday 20th September.

To purchase a corporate package via the ticket link below, or email Sean (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) with any questions.
PURCHASE TICKETS
Blood Toyota GFNL Luncheon Information
The Geelong Football Netball League annual Grand Final exclusive event will be held in the form of a Luncheon at GMHBA Stadium on the 27th September.

Details:
- 27th September
- Presidents Room / GMHBA Stadium (Access through main gate)
- 11:45am-1:00pm
- Tickets coming soon
Club presidents will be contacted in the comng week regarding the event. Clubs had the option to purchase their tickets via a ticket link, or can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to have tickets issued directly and invoiced at a later date.

As in previous years, Clubs are advised to have 10 guests in attendance for this event to have representation and show support for everyone in the League.

Any additional tickets you might require for this event will be $55pp and can be purchased at the below link
Click for tickets
GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)
- Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue.
- Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
- It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
- Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
- Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements.
- No glass is permitted at the venue.
- Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
- Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
- No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
- Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.
2024 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

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2024 Presentation Nights

You will find all the details of the 2024 Best & Fairest Presentation Nights via the link below.

Next week will be the last of our Presentation Night's, with the Mathieson Medal taking place on Tuesday night.

For any questions regarding Presentation Nights, please contactThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Presentation Night Info
CDFNL Senior Presentation Night Winners

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CDFNL Junior Presentation Night Winners

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U18 Football + 19&U Netball Presentation Night Winners

View Here

Football

GFNL Week 3 Finals
Author - Simon Riddoch

Good Afternoon GFNL Football Contacts,

GFNL 2024 second weekend of GFNL Finals is this week.

Week Three of the 2024 Blood Toyota GFNL 2024 Finals will be held at Geelong West Oval (North Geelong) all game times are available on PlayHQ.
- Bar – Lara FNC
- Catering – St Joseph’s FNC
Venue Street Parking

Could clubs please remind their members and supporters to be mindful of the residents living close to West Oval when arriving and leaving the venue.

AFL Barwon have received multiple complaints from homeowners around West Oval, who have had their driveways blocked by cars parking illegally.

The homeowners have made local council aware of this and we believe there will be a strong presence by parking inspectors this weekend.

Host & Participating clubs game day responsibilities:

Host Club: Geelong West FNC
- Umpire escorts
- Interchange & look after Spare football.
Participating Clubs:

South Barwon, St Joseph’s, St Mary’s & Torquay Papworth.
- Team sheets (can either be given directly to the umpires or via AFLB Staff 1 copy for AFL Barwon staff)
- Best Players & Goalkickers (give to AFLB staff post-game)
AFL Barwon Staff:
- Timekeepers & Score Board
- Footballs (One to umpires – Spare to interchange steward)
- Paperwork (To umpires and timekeepers)
- Brief timekeepers regarding time on in Reserves & Under 18s, as well as extra time procedures
- Ensure clubs come out on time.
- Collect paperwork and football from the umpires’ post-game & get the all-clear.
- Collect the best players and goalkickers from the club post-game & notify them of any reports or review requests.
- Results entry after each game.
Water carriers information:
- Water carriers MUST NOT BE USED AS MESSENGERS (Runners).
- Water carriers must work away from the coaching box by at least 15m, when not delivering water they must be off the ground and against the fence, not standing on the boundary line or field of play spectating.
- They are permitted to fill their water bottles etc from the area.
- Free kicks may apply for breaches.
Interchange bench
- Only those on the team sheet are permitted in the interchange bench, any persons not named will be politely asked to move behind the fence.
- This is not a place for injured players not participating in the match.
- All personal must remain behind the lines marked and not be standing on the actual boundary line, this is a hindrance for boundary umpires and a safety issue.
- This will be monitored by match/league officials.
How much are tickets to attend the Geelong Football Netball League Finals?
- Adults - $15
- Concession - $10
- Junior (5 – 17 years old) - $5
- Family Ticket (2 Adults & 2+ Children) - $40 capped
Will there be other methods available at the gate to enter the finals venues on the day?

Patrons will be able to purchase a ticket via Intix at the gate with the event QR Codes that will be on display.

There will also be cash and EFTPOS facilities available.

Parking Information:

Limited to clubs and official tickets will be issued via Intix – No cash payments for car parking

Any Questions please reach out - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Week 3 Team Info
Geelong FNL Preliminary Finals Match Times

We are excited to announce that there have been some minor adjustments to the Football start times for the Geelong Football Netball League Preliminary Finals at West Oval.

In a bid to allow our community the opportunity to watch the Geelong Cats take on Brisbane in the AFL Preliminary Finals on Saturday afternoon, the Football game times have been brought forward in the GFNL Senior, Reserves, and Under 18 matches.

The change of game times is only relevant for Football matches on Saturday the 21st of September, Netball match times will remain unchanged.

The updated football game times can be found below.

Blood Toyota Geelong FNL Seniors - 1:00pm

Buckley’s Geelong FNL Reserves - 10:45am

Gforce Under 18’s – 8:45am
Geelong West Venue Map

View Full Site Breakdown Here
CDFNL Grand Finals
Author - Simon Riddoch

CDFNL FINALS INFORMATION
- Colac Council has informed CDFNL that CDFNL clubs will not use the Central Reserve for training.
- Colac FNC Upstairs social room for adults to sit and watch football.
- No reserved parking until the Grand Final.
- Colac social rooms not open
- No reversing of vehicles parking
REMINDER CDFNL FINALS & GRAND FINAL CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
- Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves. CDFNL security will confiscate ALCOHOL & ESKIE’S if you attempt to enter with ALCOHOL & ESKIE’S.
24 Selected Teams - Media

24.1 Senior teams must be entered with their playing position selected, onto the PlayHQ database each

Thursday night before 6.00pm

24.2 Clubs must enter separate positions for eighteen players, three interchanges and up to three

emergencies.

24.3 Fines will be issued for noncompliance and/or each player named on the official team sheets that

was not named in the selected list of twenty-four.

Penalty $20 per player (Max $100)

22 Codes of Conduct and Other Policies

22.1

All players, officials and Club members at all League matches shall be subject to the Policies and Codes of

Conduct as issued by the Board from time to time.

22.2

The Board is required to adopt complementary rules and regulations in football competitions under their respective

control and jurisdiction as those of AFL Victoria and AFL Victoria.

22.3

The Colac & District Board has also adopted a range of AFL Victoria, Netball Victoria and AFL Barwon policies.

These include, but are not restricted to:
- Infectious Diseases Policy
- No Smoking & Alcohol Management Policy
- AFL Vilification and Discrimination Policy
- Anti-Doping Policy
- Codes of Conduct - Players, Coaches, Parents & Umpires
- Gender Policy
- De-Registration Policy
- Privacy Policy
- Responsible Serving of Alcohol
- Looking After Mates
- Netball Australia Member Protection Policy – found behaviours (verbally) less than appropriate first week of netball final – needs to be lifted to the appropriate standards.
- AFL Barwon Cybersafety Policy
- AFL Barwon Constitution
- AFL Barwon Local PPS By Laws
- AFL National Age Dispensation Policy
- Child Safe Guarding Policy
Timekeepers
- Competing Clubs will need to supply Timekeepers for Reserve, Colts U18, & U14.5.
Interchange.
- Home clubs are responsible for Interchange.
ICE & Stretcher
- Competing clubs will need to bring ICE & Stretcher for finals.
- Umpire escorts are NOT REQUIRED by clubs.
Disabled Parking
- No reserved parking for finals. Limited disabled parking is available for the Grand Final.
Patrons taking Dogs to matches.
- Please note that there are to be no dogs at venues in the CDFNL besides Guide or special needs dogs.
Smoking
- There is to be no smoking on the field or within 10m of the playing surface. This also applies within pavilions and change rooms.
Photography & Filming
- All football and netball Grand Finals will be subject to photography/ filmed.
CDFNL FINALS & GRAND FINAL CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
- Everyone must pay the admission Fee.
- Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves.
- It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
- Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
- ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12 pm.
- No Glass allowed.
- Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron
- Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
- No Dogs Allowed
- Re-entry bypass-out stamp only
CDFNL Finals Catering (roster below)
- GF - Western Eagles.
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AFL Nines Registration

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Choose Your Footy Adventure

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Netball

Junior Netball Representative Program
Trial Registrations

Trial registrations for the 2025 Junior Netball Representative Program are now open!

VIEW 2025 TEAM INFORMATION

As part of the Representative Program, teams will train and compete in a weekly competition as well as compete at Association Championships. More information on the program can be found on our website [insert link here].

We will be hosting three trial dates on Sunday 10th, 17th and 24th November 2024. Times for each age group are as follows.
- 13&U: 8:30-10:15am
- 15&U: 10:15-12:00pm
- 17&U: 12:00-1:30pm
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/P8sxB8hEowWyDFW66
BFNL & GFNL - End of Season Requirements
Salary Cap Reporting – DUE 4 WEEKS POST YOUR CLUBS FINAL A GRADE GAME

As the season draws to a close, please be reminded of your post season reporting requirements.

All clubs are required to submit their player payment reporting via the spreadsheet on our websiteHERE

(scroll to “Netball Budget Template”)

All Players who have taken the court in A Grade are required to have either a standard player declaration, or non-declared player statement.

Helpful tips:
- Games played on the report should line up with PlayHQ records for compliance
- If players who do not take the court, but receive payment for benching, please put this in the ‘other payments’ section of the template with a note such as ‘bench player payment’.
- The spreadsheet auto-calculates for you, so please be mindful of it’s pre-exisitng formulas.
All relevant player payment policies can be found on this site should you need any further information. If you are unsure about anything, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Junior Netball Summer Team Entries
2024/25 Summer Team Entries

We have extended the team entries until Sunday 22nd September. Please make sure you get your teams in on time so fixtures can be finalised and released. All clubs should have received more details about the summer competition via email. Please reach out if your club did not receive anything.

Google forms for team entries:
- 11&U:https://forms.gle/nP5yLmgoH4wmdTzCA 
- 13&U:https://forms.gle/ktSug5YZka2uyBbe6 
- 15&U:https://forms.gle/wvkMTfn1mfqjkhyR7 
- 17&U:https://forms.gle/hWmgWW2JHbnFRX4M6

Umpiring

Netball Umpiring Update

AFL Barwon will be hosting an Introduction to Umpiring Session this school holidays in preparation for new umpires signed up to our mid-week summer competition.

Session details

Date: 26^th of September

Time: 1:30 – 4:30pm

Venue: Kardinia Park

Registration link for Introduction to Umpiring session: https://learning.netball.com.au/mod/facetoface/eventinfo.php?s=3519

Important: Participants need to ensure they register in their own Netball Learning profile (not in a parent’s profile).

The registration close date is 12pm on 25^th Sept 2024.

Register

Commercial Partnerships

Geelong Cats Next Generation Academy Come & Try Event

The Geelong Football invites female and male participants aged 11-15 years from multicultural and Indigenous backgrounds to be part of a fun interactive football clinic.

Register Here
Serenity In The Stadium

This year for World Mental Health Day, we are joining Active Geelong, Read the Play and Kardinia Park Stadium Trust to bring a new event to the Geelong community.

Serenity in the Stadium will be taking over the iconic GMHBA Stadium on Thursday 10 October, where up to 2,000 people will gather on the oval for a one-hour yoga session as the sun rises over the stands.

The practice of yoga is beneficial for many reasons including mind-body connection, stress reduction, improved mood, mindfulness, physical activity and social connection.

Lead by Sally Ferriss from Wonder Yoga, the event aims to raise awareness for mental health and the importance of physical activity and social connection for our mental wellbeing. 

Date: Thursday 10 October 2024

Time: Approx. 7am

Location: Oval at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong VIC

Cost:Adults $55 | Student/Concession - $33 | Family (2 adults, 2 children) – $132

For more information or to register, visit: www.serenityinthestadium.com.au

Join us in making a difference this World Mental Health Day.

Register Here
Geelong Cats AFLW 2 For 1 offer
The Geelong Cats have a 2 for 1 offer for Thursday September 26th AFLW match for AFL Barwon members, using the below information - 
- To access the 2 for 1 ticket offer, click here and use the code: MATESW
- Juniors under 18 can access free tickets via ticketmaster.com.au across the AFLW season.
Any questions or issues in purchasing, please send through to The Geelong Cats Ticketing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Purchase Here

Gallery Highlights

CDFNL Junior Presentation Evening

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CDFNL Senior Presentation Evening

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St Joseph's vs South Barwon

GFNL A Grade 2nd Semi Final

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St Joseph's V Leopold

GFNL Seniors 2nd Semi Final

View Gallery

Click to view gallery. All galleries are uploaded weekly to AFL Barwon Facebook.

The Barwon Bulletin - Sept 26

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 08
Sep 26, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - Sep 26, 2024)

General Updates

GFNL Grand Final & Public Holiday Family Festival

Celebrate the Geelong Football Netball League Grand Final with AFL Barwon!

Bring the whole family for an action-packed day featuring live music by The Sweethearts, delicious food trucks, and interactive sports activities.

Catch 3 exciting games of local football on GMHBA Stadium's turf, and 12 games of local netball on the Kardinia Park courts.

This Public Holiday is your chance to embrace the fun and excitement of all things sport in Geelong!

Adults - $15
Concession - $10
Children - $5

TICKETS
Blood Toyota GFNL Venue Map
Blood Toyota GFNL Luncheon Information
The Geelong Football Netball League annual Grand Final exclusive event will be held in the form of a Luncheon at GMHBA Stadium on the 27th September.

Guest speakers will include Aaron Greeves, Marcus King, Gerard Griffin, plus football and netball coaches.

Details:
- 11:45am-1:00pm
- Please enter via gate Gate 13, enter up the stairs and turn left towards the glass doors where you will be directed to the function room.
- Tickets or passes must be shown upon arrival
2024 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

Click to view process
GFNL Senior Presentation Night Winners

View Here

Football

AFL Nines Registration

REGISTER NOW
Choose Your Footy Adventure

REGISTER NOW

Commercial Partnerships

Geelong Cats Next Generation Academy Come & Try Event

The Geelong Football invites female and male participants aged 11-15 years from multicultural and Indigenous backgrounds to be part of a fun interactive football clinic.

Register Here
Serenity In The Stadium

This year for World Mental Health Day, we are joining Active Geelong, Read the Play and Kardinia Park Stadium Trust to bring a new event to the Geelong community.

Serenity in the Stadium will be taking over the iconic GMHBA Stadium on Thursday 10 October, where up to 2,000 people will gather on the oval for a one-hour yoga session as the sun rises over the stands.

The practice of yoga is beneficial for many reasons including mind-body connection, stress reduction, improved mood, mindfulness, physical activity and social connection.

Lead by Sally Ferriss from Wonder Yoga, the event aims to raise awareness for mental health and the importance of physical activity and social connection for our mental wellbeing. 

Date: Thursday 10 October 2024

Time: Approx. 7am

Location: Oval at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong VIC

Cost:Adults $55 | Student/Concession - $33 | Family (2 adults, 2 children) – $132

For more information or to register, visit: www.serenityinthestadium.com.au

Join us in making a difference this World Mental Health Day.

Register Here

Gallery Highlights

GFNL Presentation Evening

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St Joseph's vs South Barwon

GFNL Senior Preliminary Final

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South Barwon V Newtown & Chilwell

GFNL A Grade Preliminary Finals

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CDFNL Grand Final Day

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Click to view gallery. All galleries are uploaded weekly to AFL Barwon Facebook.

More information & to register your interest via here

The Barwon Bulletin - Sept 5

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers. Updated weekly on Thursday.

EDITION 05
Sep 5, 2024

(LAST UPDATED - Sep 5, 2024)

General Updates

BFNL Grand Final Tickets
Dow Bellarine Grand Finals - Saturday 7th September

Join us for an exciting day of football and netball action as the AFL Barwon community comes together for the BFNL Grand Finals set against the backdrop of Leopold Memorial Reserve, this day will showcase some of the region's best talent as they battle for a spot in the finals.

Highlights:
- Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Bring the whole family to enjoy an exciting day of sport.
- Food and Beverages: A variety of food and beverage options will be available to keep everyone refreshed throughout the day.
- Community Spirit: Celebrate the camaraderie and sportsmanship of AFL Barwon clubs and support local teams and athletes.
For more information and updates, visit the AFL Barwon website or follow us on social media.
FINALS TICKETS
DOW BFNL Luncheon Invitation
The Bellarine Football Netball League annual Grand Final Club event will be held in the form of a Luncheon at Leopold Football Netball Club on the 7th September.

Details:
- 7th September
- Leopold Football Netball Club (Access through main gate)
- 11:45am-1:00pm
- $40 per guest
Inclusions:
- Guest speaker feature - Adam Cooney
- MC feature - SEN's Matt Worland
- Entry to all BFNL Grand Final Day events
- Catering by Leopold Sporting Club
- 1 x Complimentary Beverage (Alcoholic or Non-Alcoholic)
Club presidents were contacted last week regarding the event. Clubs had the option to purchase their tickets via the ticket link below, or can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to have tickets issued directly and invoiced at a later date.

If you have already contacted Camryn regarding this, you will receive your tickets via email today.

As in previous years, Clubs are advised to have 10 guests in attendance for this event to have representation and show support for everyone in the League.
Click for tickets (Last Ticket Option)
BFNL & GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)
- Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue.
- Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
- It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
- Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
- Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements.
- No glass is permitted at the venue.
- Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
- Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
- No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
- Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.
2024 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

Click to view process
2024 Presentation Nights

You will find all the details of the 2024 Best & Fairest Presentation Nights via the link below.

The next Presentation Night is the Junior Netball Night will be held on the 10th September. We will reach out with required guests today.

For any questions regarding Presentation Nights, please contactThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Presentation Night Info

Senior & U18 Football

BFNL Best & Fairest Results

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BFNL Grand Final Week
Author - Simon Riddoch

Dear BFNL Football Contacts,

BFNL 2024 Grand Final weekend, Well done to all clubs who have continued to make the 2024 BFNL season a very successful one.

Grand Final Week BFNL 2024 will be held at Leopold, all game times are available on PlayHQ and attached.

AFL Barwon would encourage carpooling or drop-offs at gates #1 & #2 or public transport that drops off at gate #2 - The first Football game starts at 9.15 am sharp.

Attached
- 2024 BFNL Grand Final Week teams information
Host & Participating clubs game day responsibilities.
- Host Club: Leopold FNC
- Scoreboard attendant
- Umpire escorts
- Interchange & look after Spare football.
Participating Clubs:

Anglesea, Geelong Amateur, Grovedale, Lara, & Torquay.
- Timekeepers – It is important to have a timekeeper sorted during the week not the day of the game. (Ensure clubs come out on time)
- Team sheets (can either be given directly to the umpires or via AFLB Staff 1 copy for AFL Barwon staff Michael Limb)
- Best Players & Goalkickers (give to AFLB staff post-game)
AFL Barwon Staff:
- SecMedic will be present this weekend for the grand finale.
- Umpire escorts Senior game – (Vic POL) AFL Baron
- Footballs (One to umpires – Spare to interchange steward)
- Paperwork (To umpires and timekeepers)
- Brief timekeepers regarding time on in Reserves & Under 18s, as well as extra time procedures
- Ensure clubs come out on time.
- Collect paperwork and football from the umpires’ post-game & get the all-clear.
- Collect the best players and goalkickers from the club post-game & notify them of any reports or review requests.
- Results entry after each game.
Continue to be kind to our gatekeepers they are doing a great job, please ensure all club members understand entering the gate is at a cost.

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
- Everyone must pay the admission Fee.
- Local council by – laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves.
- It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
- Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
- ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12pm.
- No Glass allowed.
- Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron.
- Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
- No Dogs Allowed.
- Re-entry by pass-out stamp only
Any Questions please reach out - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Grand Final Team Info
U18 GDFNL Finals Week 3
Author - Simon Riddoch

Hello U18 Colts Division #3 contacts,

Note games are held under the GDFNL venue control, AFL Barwon have high expectations that U18 Colts teams will uphold high standards of sportsperson ship and behaviours,

Players , Coaches, and support staff, you are not only representing yourselves , your club you are also representing U18 Colts Junior program in the Geelong region.

2024 Under 18 Division 3 Rookie Me Cup
Preliminary Final - St Albans Reserve
Saturday 7th Sep - 10:00am

Ocean Grove Tyrrell 2 V Anglesea Mackenzie

Please find the below information for this week’s finals:
- Entrance to the ground via St Albans Road Gate only.
- Team sheet must be finalised and updated in PlayHQ on Thursday at 6 pm - Friday AM team sheet will be downloaded for GDFNL gates keepers.
- Please ensure all coaching and support staff are noted on PlayHQ team sheet.
- Game times 10 am start flat 20min no time on
- Home & away team supply interchange steward
- Both Clubs supply timekeepers
- Score cards and interchange sheet supplied by GDFNL
- Tickets will be emailed to clubs from Daryl - GDFNL
- $5.00 car parking
Saturday 7^th September

Home shorts & Home Club Rooms – Ocean Grove

White Shorts & Away Rooms Anglesea
Timekeepers Info

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Netball

BFNL Best & Fairest Results

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Junior Netball Representative Program
Trial Registrations

Trial registrations for the 2025 Junior Netball Representative Program are now open!

VIEW 2025 TEAM INFORMATION

As part of the Representative Program, teams will train and compete in a weekly competition as well as compete at Association Championships. More information on the program can be found on our website [insert link here].

We will be hosting three trial dates on Sunday 10th, 17th and 24th November 2024. Times for each age group are as follows.
- 13&U: 8:30-10:15am
- 15&U: 10:15-12:00pm
- 17&U: 12:00-1:30pm
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/P8sxB8hEowWyDFW66

Coaching Applications

Coaching applications for the Representative Program are also now open! With the aim of selecting more teams for next year, we have plenty of positions available!

The position description can be found via the button below.

APPLY HERE:https://forms.gle/EmKf4mUQbCg3pxwr5
Position Description
Junior Netball Finals and Awards Night

Grand Finals

Grand Finals for the AFL Barwon Junior Netball Competition are tomorrow night (Friday 6th September). We look forward to seeing everyone down at Kardinia Park supporting their teams!

See the fixture below.

Junior Netball Presentation Night

The Junior Netball Presentation Night will be held next Tuesday 10th September at the Deakin Cats Community Centre. We will be presenting the Best & Fairest awards for all three junior competitions (BFNL, Midweek and GFNL) on this night, as well as numerous other junior netball awards.  

All clubs should receive a list of invited attendees today.
BFNL & GFNL - End of Season Requirements
Salary Cap Reporting – DUE 4 WEEKS POST YOUR CLUBS FINAL A GRADE GAME

As the season draws to a close, please be reminded of your post season reporting requirements.

All clubs are required to submit their player payment reporting via the spreadsheet on our websiteHERE

(scroll to “Netball Budget Template”)

All Players who have taken the court in A Grade are required to have either a standard player declaration, or non-declared player statement.

Helpful tips:
- Games played on the report should line up with PlayHQ records for compliance
- If players who do not take the court, but receive payment for benching, please put this in the ‘other payments’ section of the template with a note such as ‘bench player payment’.
- The spreadsheet auto-calculates for you, so please be mindful of it’s pre-exisitng formulas.
All relevant player payment policies can be found on this site should you need any further information. If you are unsure about anything, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Commercial Partnerships

Serenity In The Stadium

Yoga for Mental Health at GMHBA Stadium

This year for World Mental Health Day, we are joining Active Geelong, Read the Play and Kardinia Park Stadium Trust to bring a new event to the Geelong community.

Serenity in the Stadium will be taking over the iconic GMHBA Stadium on Thursday 10 October, where up to 2,000 people will gather on the oval for a one-hour yoga session as the sun rises over the stands.

The practice of yoga is beneficial for many reasons including mind-body connection, stress reduction, improved mood, mindfulness, physical activity and social connection.

Lead by Sally Ferriss from Wonder Yoga, the event aims to raise awareness for mental health and the importance of physical activity and social connection for our mental wellbeing. 

Date: Thursday 10 October 2024

Time: Approx. 7am

Location: Oval at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong VIC

Cost:Adults $55 | Student/Concession - $33 | Family (2 adults, 2 children) – $132

For more information or to register, visit: www.serenityinthestadium.com.au

Join us in making a difference this World Mental Health Day.
Major Partnership with SEN for BFNL Grand Final

AFL Barwon Scores Major Broadcast Partnership with SEN for Bellarine Senior Grand Final

AFL Barwon is thrilled to announce a landmark partnership with Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) to broadcast the 2024 Dow Bellarine Football Netball League Senior Football Grand Final live from Leopold Memorial Park. This exciting collaboration marks a significant moment for local football, offering unprecedented exposure and coverage for one of the most popular days on the AFL Barwon calendar.

Securing SEN, a leading voice in sports broadcasting across Australia, to call the Bellarine FNL Senior Grand Final is a huge coup for the entire AFL Barwon region. The live broadcast will bring the atmosphere and intensity of the day and will showcase the exceptional talent and community connections that defines the Bellarine FNL.

AFL Barwon Regional General Manager, Edward Wilson, expressed his excitement about the partnership, saying, "This is a monumental step forward for our league and community. Having SEN on board to broadcast the Senior Male Football Grand Final, not only elevates the status of this League and the BFNL Clubs, but also recognises the strength that our region presents across the state of Victoria".

Sam Thompson, Group Radio Director, Sports Entertainment Network said “We are excited to strengthen our partnership with AFL Barwon for the BFNL Grand Final 2024. This collaboration is a testament to our dedication to bringing premier sports coverage to local communities. Through SEN’s extensive network of regional stations and digital platforms, we are committed to delivering comprehensive and engaging content that brings the excitement of the BFNL Grand Final to fans everywhere. Partnering with AFL Barwon allows us to elevate the game-day experience for all, whether they are in the stands or following the action from afar.”

Listeners will be able to tune in viaSEN Geelong station on SEN’s iPhone and Android app with the simulcast and live stream of the match being available on AFL Barwon TV. This will allowthe 2024 Dow Bellarine FNL Senior Grand Final reach greater audiences.

AFL Barwon is proud to bring this exceptional coverage to the wider community and looks forward to a thrilling Grand Final event at Leopold, made even more special by SEN’s involvement.

To download the SEN App, click on the relevant app store

Download the iOS app

https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/sen-1116/id1147923999?mt=8

Download the Android app

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.deepend.sen&hl=en

Club Development

General Update From Tim Secombe

Club Development Update

NEW –Here is a fantastic funding opportunity from Bunnings:

Bunnings recognises the legacies that thrive within football communities across the country. Whether that be the old grandstand that shakes with support after every goal, or the hallowed rooms where generations have sung together, arm in arm.

Every club has a legacy worth celebrating. Read on...

$50k x 5 clubs (+ $1k x $5k clubs)

Thanks to Bunnings Home Ground Advantage, five local footy clubs nationally will each have the chance to receive $50,000 worth of

Bunnings products and materials to build on their clubs’ Legacy!

A further 5 clubs will also share in $5,000 too.

Quick Tip: As the funds are to be used on Bunnings Products, projects that could use Bunnings products (which is a lot!) should be encouraged.

Entries close - 29/09/2024. More information found below.

Quick Tips Guide

T&Cs

National Volunteer of the Year Award winner

Keep an eye out for a story on Channel 7s coverage of this Friday nights AFL final where the surprise of the National Volunteer of the Year winner will be aired!

This will be filmed tomorrow night at the successful Volunteers club. Well done to our clubs who nominated their Volunteers as part of the State/National Volunteer of the year awards. I have received the ‘inside word’ that our region has had two successful volunteer/clubs that have won their category – More to come...

Junior & Youth Uniform Grant Results

37 local Vic clubs share in ~ $100,000 in uniform grants for junior & youth girls!

Brilliant result for these clubs to help create a more enjoyable experience for girls at their club. Read more here. Read more here

Coaching – LEARNING LIFE THROUGH SPORT OPPORTUNITY

Rod Campbell of Learning Life Through Sport is coming to Melbourne for a workshop available to all junior coaches. Rod will be at RSEA Park in Moorabbin on Tuesday 1 October or a 7pm start.

We encourage you all to share this opportunity among your club coaching community

and also prospective coaches for 2025, this is an opportunity not to be missed

Please refer here for the registration.

For the teams competing in the finals series, I wish you all the very best.

Gallery Highlights

BFNL Best & Fairest

Football & Netball

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Newtown V Leopold

Great Ocean Photography

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Bell Park V Torquay U16

Great Ocean Photography

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Anglesea V St Joseph's Female

Great Ocean Photography

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Click to view gallery. All galleries are uploaded weekly to AFL Barwon Facebook.

The Barwon Bulletin - September 10

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers.
To recieve email notifications of the Barwon Bulletin, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

EDITION 55
September 10, 2025

(LAST UPDATED - September 10, 2025)

Football Umpire Appointments

(Umpire appointments are updated Thursday 4pm)

Finals Updates

Key Information

Dow BFNL Grand Final Ticket Prices

Purchase Here
Blood Toyota GFNL Final Ticket Prices

Purchase Here
Finals Ticketing Information
As per last season, AFL Barwon will be proceeding with a ticketing for the Bellarine Football Netball League and Geelong Football Netball League Finals Series.

For the 2025 Finals Series, all participating Clubs will be issued with electronic tickets foreach day of the finals where they have teams participating.

Tickets will then need to be passed onto players and officials to be scanned at the entry gate for each day of the finals.

What AFL Barwon will do?

AFL Barwon will issue tickets for eachindividual team or group participating in the Bellarine Football Netball League and Geelong Football Netball League finals on the email address that the club has created to use.

Tickets are only valid for the day on which that team is competing – so tickets MUST be distributed to the correct teams.

Tickets will be allocated to clubs on their nominated INTIX account, no later than 12pm on the Tuesday prior to matches.

What do clubs have to do?

Each club is required to setup an INTIX Account (https://www.INTIX.com.au/) for all tickets to be issued throughout the finals. A separate Football and Netball account is permitted.

Accounts must be setup by the following dates:

Bellarine Football Netball League Clubs – 5pm, Sunday 17th August

Geelong Football Netball League Finals - 9am, Wednesday 27th August

The club is required submit the registered email address to this form:2025 REGISTERED EMAIL LINK. Tickets cannot be issued to the clubs until this account is setup.

Once tickets are issued, clubs will be able to access these on their INTIX account in two ways.

Download the INTIX App, log in and select tickets icon to view tickets, view barcode (swipe left if purchased more than one ticket to see all)

OR

log into INTIX.com.au, select My Account, My Tickets, select the ticket.

If you are logging in on a phone, the ticket QR code will appear.

If you are logging in on computer, you will be able to print or download your ticket(s).

FAQ’S

Why can’t these tickets be emailed to Club’s directly?

An INTIX Account must be created as we have been advised that there are significant issues in emailing more than 8 tickets.

Can Players or Officials enter the venue without an INTIX ticket?

All players and officials will need to provide their ticket to be scanned at the gate to enter.

If a ticket is not provided upon arrival, they will need to purchase a ticket at the gate to enter.

Tickets need to be for the appropriate day, otherwise will not grant access – please ensure you are distributing the correct tickets to the appropriate team.

How many tickets are we issued per team?

Ticket allocations for each team or group per day will be as follows:

Under 18 Football – 30

Reserves Football – 30

Senior Football – 35

Junior Netball – 15

Senior Netball – 15

Are there any discounts for Junior Netball Players?

All Junior Netball players will be allocated One (1) complimentary adult admission with all junior player’s (13&U, 15&U, & 17&U) allocated admission ticket.

For this offer to be valid, the junior player and adult must proceed through the admission gate at the same time - There will be no substitutes or alternatives to this process.

Can Clubs purchase additional admission tickets prior to the event?

It is highly encouraged – All Bellarine Football Netball League and Geelong Football Netball League finals will have the option for patrons to pre purchase tickets. This could be a great way to fast-track entry into the venues.

All AFL Barwon finals events can be found athttps://www.INTIX.com.au/org/afl-barwon

Will there be other methods available at the gate to enter the finals venues on the day?

Patrons will be able to purchase a ticket at the gate with cash and EFTPOS facilities available.

Support

Clubs can receive support for the AFL Barwon Finals Series ticketing process by contactingThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or you can contactINTIX Support for Account issues.
Dogs are NOT permitted at BFNL or GFNL Finals

A reminder to all clubs that dogs and pets are NOT permitted at any Bellarine FNL or Geelong FNL Finals venues. For the comfort and safety of all spectators and participants, please ensure you leave your pets at home.

As per the conditions of entry, patrons arriving with dogs or pets will be turned away at the gates.
Only assistance or guide dogs will be permitted entry.

We kindly ask that clubs ensure their members are aware of this requirement ahead of the finals.
BFNL & GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)
- Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue.
- Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
- It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
- Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
- Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements.
- No glass is permitted at the venue.
- Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
- Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
- No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
- Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.
Grinter Reserve Mud Map

Please see the below map in relation to this weekends finals matches at Grinter Reserve.

View Map here
West Oval Mud Map

Please see the below map in relation to this weekends finals matches at West Oval.

View Map here

General Updates

Key Updates

AFLB TV Live Stream & Broadcast Schedule

BFNL

Senior Football

13/9/25 - Geelong Amateur vs Anglesea - 2:00pm

A Grade Netball

13/9/25 - Geelong Amateur vs Ocean Grove - 3:15pm

GFNL

Senior Football

13/9/25 - St Joseph's vs Colac - 2:10pm (K rock)

14/9/25 - Newtown & Chilwell vs St Mary's - 2:10pm (K rock)

A Grade Netball

13/9/25 - Newtown & Chilwell vs St Joseph's - 2:30pm

14/9/25 - South Barwon vs Geelong West Giants - 2:30pm

CDFNL

Senior Football

13/9/25 - Colac Imperials vs Lorne - 2:00pm

Watch here
2025 Presentation Nights

Invitations have been sent clubs for some of the upcoming presentation events. Please see the below link to the 2025 Finals Hub for all the event dates.

RSVP FORM
BFNL & GFNL Life Membership Nominations
We are seeking nominations from clubs for BFNL & GFNL Life Membership.

The criteria for nomination for Geelong FNL or Bellarine FNL Life Membership are that the nominee must have:
- held the position of Football Club President, Secretary or Treasurer with 10 years accumulated service in any of the three roles. This would also include service for a continuous period in a combination of any of the three positions or
- provided 15 years continuous service directly for either league or
- held the position of chairperson of Netball section of a Club serving for 10 continuous years
- and offered the service voluntarily
To nominate, please fill in the below form.
Nominate Here
AFL Barwon Service Awards Nominations
We are seeking nominations for AFL Barwon Service Awards.

The criteria for nomination for AFL Barwon Service Awards are that the nominee must have:
- acted as a Club personnel with 15 years or more continuous service with their Club or
- provided 10 years continuous service to AFL Barwon or
- provided service where a remuneration was provided from AFL Barwon or
- provided 10 years continuous service in non-chairperson positions (ie: Tribunal Member) or
- been a player with 300 games at senior level for football or netball at an affiliated AFL Barwon Club.
Nominate Here
AFL Nines

Register Here

Local Scoreboards

Beyond the Boundary Podcast

Times Footy

Club Development

2025 Toyota AFL National Volunteer of the Year Winners

Australia’s grassroots heroes have been honoured, with the 2025 Toyota AFL National Volunteer of the Year Awards celebrating the tireless legends who power local footy clubs and leagues across the country.

Victoria had the highest number of winners out of all the states and territories with winners in four categories.

Click here to read the full article
Get Active Kids Vouchers - Club registration

Registrations are now open for sporting clubs and organisations to become a Get Active Kids Activity Provider ahead of round 9 of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program, opening in October clubs and sporting organisations can register as a provider, which allows families to sign up their kids by used the voucher up front and reducing out-of-pocket expenses.

More Information found here
Volunteering In-Focus: Make it easy to get involved - Webinar from ASC

Discover how to create a positive, engaging experience for sport volunteers through the Sport Volunteer Experience Framework. Good for: Club leaders, volunteer coordinators or anyone involved in driving community sport participation.

Date: 22nd September.

Time: 1-2pm.

Register here
Local Sports Infrastructure Fund
The Victorian State Government has recently announced the opening of their Local Sports Infrastructure Fund for 2025/26.

This program has 3 funding streams available for funding each with a different maximum grant amounts available.
- Community Facilities
- Lighting
- Planning
As per any Sport and Recreation Victoria Facilities grant, only LGA's are eligible to apply, with applications closing at 5pm, 2 December, 2025.

Can I encourage you to reach out to their Local council contact to discuss any projects that fit the criteria.

Our recommendation is that these discussions should occur sooner rather than later, as most LGA's will formalise a list to present to Sport and Recreation Victoria prior to starting any applications.

Any queries regarding these articles can be directed to Tim Secombe – AFL Barwon Club Development Lead – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 0417665173.
More Details
AFL Victoria Coaches Forum

The 2026 AFL Victoria Coaches Forum is set for - Sat 28 February and Sun 1 March 2026 at the MCG. Designed to elevate coaching skills and knowledge for all coaching levels. We encourage you to share this among your communities with registrations open now!

For more information Click https://play.afl/victoria/coaching-forum

Access the registration link https://form.jotform.com/251521512092042
Australian Sports Commission - Supporting Others Video Series

The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has created a video series designed to empower volunteers and paid staff to provide on the job developmental support to others. This is one way to support volunteer recruitment by upskilling existing volunteers to sell the developmental opportunities that come with volunteering at a local footy club. Click here Supporting others
Female Coaching Opportunities

AFL Barwon/AFL Victoria are excited to present an opportunity for existing (Female) Women & Girls coaches who are eager to enhance their skills and advance in their coaching careers. Introducing the Female Coaching Academywhich focuses on creating quality coaching environments, coaching at training/game and an opportunity to attend an open training session with local talent league coaches.

Details are found below.

AFL Barwon - Women & Girls Coaching Academy

Elevate Coaching Course (Level 2)

Venue: AFLB HQ at Highton Reserve

Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025

Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm – Three workshops combined in the one day.

Cost: FREE

At this stage we are seeking expressions of interest to ensure we have the required participants to run this workshop. Please consider this wonderful coach development opportunity by completing the below link to register your interest.

RSVP FORM

Football

Resource Links

Netball

BFNL & GFNL Netball

BFNL Finals Information 2025
Scorers Roster

Please find attached the scorer’s roster for this weekend. Please confirm the names of your scorers by COB Wednesday.

If there are members from any club who may be interested in filling a spot should a club not be able to fill their duty, please email me ASAP.

Proceedings – Prior to games
- 5 minutes prior to each game, teams and umpires will line up for game announcements
- The toss and nail checks will be completed prior to this for ALL GAMES (except A Grade)
- Game announcements and national anthem will take place
A Grade Proceedings
- Nail checks will occur prior to game announcements.
- As above, players will be called to line up 10 minutes prior to game time in starting line-up order.
- Game will be announced, then captains called forward for the toss.
- Anthem will be sung, and games will commence.
Presentations
- Presentations will take place immediately following each game. The podium is situated outside of the court area beside the netball pavilion (see map).
- Please ensure your teams move promptly to the presentation area
- Best on Court will be awarded for each game, as determined by the umpires.
- Only winning teams will receive medals (no runner up medals).
To ensure the day runs as smoothly as possible, please ensure all paperwork is supplied to the office with sufficient time before each game.

As in previous weeks, umpires will bring match balls and scoreboards to the courts. Line ups are still required in PlayHQ by midday Wednesday with starting positions finalised by 6pm Friday.

Any changes post this time must be emailed and triple checked at the office on game day.

TICKETS WILL BE ISSUED BY TUESDAY EVENING.

Parking

As per last week, 1 car parking ticket per participating club will be issued.

If you wish to drop off strapping tables/equipment on Friday, please let me know and we can coordinate this.
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GFNL Finals Information 2025

I hope you are all well and looking forward to the final round of Home and Away!

Please find attached a finals information document which includes details in relation to the Finals series.

I have also recorded a video for you all, talking through this detail – see email.

GFNL Finals Information 2025
Starting Positions

While team selections will still be required by Wednesday of each week to enable us to type up position tracking sheets with qualified players, starting positions will be required to be selected in PlayHQ by 6pm the day before match day.

Again – if there are changes to this post this time, this can be communicated at the competition office.

All teams will still be required to ‘check in’ at the competition office, to run their names over their lists, and ensure all players are listed.

From there, umpires will bring the paperwork to the score bench, for the independent scorer and check scorers.
Ticketing Information

All clubs would have received an email in relation to nominating their INTIX account for tickets to be distributed to. Thank you to those of you who have completed this step.

Tickets will be issued early in the week for distribution amongst your members. Please ensure you give tickets to the correct teams for the correct days – Sunday tickets will not gain access for Saturdays and vice versa.

2025 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

Junior Netball

Kempe Junior Netball Finals Series
The fixture for Friday 12^th September Grand Finals has now been published on PlayHQ.

Below is the link to access the fixture:

https://www.playhq.com/netball-australia/org/afl-barwon-fnl/afl-barwon-fnl-winter-2025/bd60ba2d?day=FRIDAY

All games will be played at Kardinia Parkwith the following timeslots
- 5:00pm
- 6:10pm
- 7:20pm
Fixture Link
Uniform Reminders

A reminder as we approach finals that the correct uniform must be worn to take the court.
Summer Competition

Player membership: Players registering to compete in our 2025/26 summer competition will be required to purchase a 2026 NVA/Netball Connect membership.

The registration link for 2025/26 Summer Competition can be found below: Team entries are due C.O.B Monday 15^thSeptember

Registration Link
2026 Representative Coach Applications

Coaching applications are now live AFL Barwon’s 2026 Representative Netball program. Please see the link below to submit your interest.

Register your EOI
2026 Representative Program Information
AFL Barwon are pleased to announce the trial dates for our 2026 Representative program

The trials will be held at Kardinia Park on the following dates:
- Sunday 12 October
- Sunday 19 October
- Sunday 26 October
Criteria:

In an attempt to improve the overall trial process and experience for all participants, trials will be open exclusively to players who competed in Division 1 or Division 2 teams throughout the season in either the BFNL or GFNL competitions.

This approach ensures a higher standard of competition during trials, helping selectors make more accurate assessments

By focusing on Division 1 and 2 athletes, we aim to create a more streamlined, competitive, and rewarding environment that reflects the intensity and demands of representative-level play.

To be eligible to trial, players must have played in a minimum of 4 games across the season

Exception:

11&U players moving up into 13&U

Players from Surf Coast Suns FNC and Armstrong Creek FNC

Age group eligibility are as follows:

13&U- born in 2012 & 2013

15&U- born in 20120 & 2011

17&U- born in 2009 & 2009

The link to register for trials can be found below.

Any questions please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Register Here

CDFNL Netball

CDFNL Finals Information

Game Times and Fixture

This can be found published on PlayHQ via the following link: CDFNL Fixtures

Team Entry

A reminder that teams MUST BE SELECTED BY 12pm Wednesday to enable us to type up position tracking sheets for the weekend. PLEASE ensure this is completed to support us in preparing for the weekend’s schedule.

Bench Personnel

Each team who will be playing in finals must submit their bench officials. Thanks to those of you who have completed this step.

These can be submitted via the following form: https://forms.gle/ZDuGiVNJGCDUqz7j9Skip any teams for which you do not need to submit officials for.

Change Rooms

Mobile phone usage is not permitted in change rooms under any circumstances.

Child Safety Supervisors must be nominated for each team which has a junior competing within it – this applies to all junior teams, and senior teams with juniors participating

STRAPPING AND MASSAGE TABLES will not be permitted in the rooms – a separate area will be delegated for this.

Please be aware of your club’s child safety policies and legal obligations in this space.
CDFNL Finals & Grand Final Conditions of Entry
- Everyone must pay the admission Fee.
- Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves.
- It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
- Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
- ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12 pm.
- No Glass allowed.
- Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron
- Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
- No Dogs Allowed
- Re-entry by pass-out stamp only

Netball Umpiring

Beginner Umpire Training Sessions

These training sessions are to provide individuals with the opportunity to take part in an education component discussing the basic netball rules, before getting out on court to have a go at umpiring in a non-competitive environment with court side support from our mentors in the program. 

Participating in these sessions is one of the pre-requisites for all umpires prior to starting their umpiring journey within AFL Barwon competitions. 

Tuesday 16^th September
4:30pm – 6pm
Kardinia Park

Register Here
2025-26 Summer Season Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

Season starts Friday 10 October

Must have completed the Foundation Umpires Education Course, Rules of Theory Netball Exam and participated in an AFL Barwon Beginner Training Session.

You will receive an email with further instructions to complete prior to competition starting.

Register Here
Midweek Mentors Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

We are looking for umpire mentors to assist with the development of umpires through our midweek and Saturday competitions. If you have experience in umpiring and are keen to share your knowledge to others then it would be great to hear from you.

You will receive an email to confirm your role as a mentor at the end of September and will be required to sign a document outlining roles and expectations if you did mentor during the winter season. 

If this sounds like you, please complete the below expression of interest.

Register Here
Saturday Umpire Rosters -Umpire coordinators please send remaining rosters through

Umpire Coordinators were asked at the start of the season to send through their rosters prior to or after each round had concluded. Collecting this information is to assist in best supporting umpire coordinators, the umpires and the mentors when visiting clubs and planning for 2026.

Thank you to the few clubs that have been sending through their umpire rosters weekly.

Resource Links

Club Noticeboard

VACANCY | Newcomb Senior Netball Coach

Newcomb

Read Here
VACANCY | APOLLO BAY SENIOR COACHING OPPORTUNITY

Apollo Bay

Read Here
Vacancy | Modewarre Netball Coaches

Modewarre

Read Here
Vacancy | Newcomb Senior Football Director

Newcomb

Read here
Vacancy | St Albans A Grade Netball Coach

St Albans

Read Here
Vacancy | Geelong West Giants Senior Coach

Geelong West Giants

Read Here
VACANCY | PORTARLINGTON FITNESS COORDINATORS

PORTARLINGTON

Read More

The Barwon Bulletin - September 17

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers.
To recieve email notifications of the Barwon Bulletin, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

EDITION 56
September 17, 2025

(LAST UPDATED - September 17, 2025)

Finals Updates

Key Information

Blood Toyota GFNL Grand Final Ticket Prices

Purchase Here
Finals Ticketing Information

As per last season, AFL Barwon will be proceeding with a ticketing for the Geelong Football Netball League Finals Series.

For the 2025 Finals Series, all participating Clubs will be issued with electronic tickets foreach day of the finals where they have teams participating.

Tickets will then need to be passed onto players and officials to be scanned at the entry gate for each day of the finals.

What AFL Barwon will do?

AFL Barwon will issue tickets for eachindividual team or group participating in the Geelong Football Netball League finals on the email address that the club has created to use.

Tickets are only valid for the day on which that team is competing – so tickets MUST be distributed to the correct teams.

Tickets will be allocated to clubs on their nominated INTIX account, no later than 12pm on the Tuesday prior to matches.

What do clubs have to do?

Each club is required to setup an INTIX Account (https://www.INTIX.com.au/) for all tickets to be issued throughout the finals. A separate Football and Netball account is permitted.

The club is required submit the registered email address to this form:2025 REGISTERED EMAIL LINK. Tickets cannot be issued to the clubs until this account is setup.

Once tickets are issued, clubs will be able to access these on their INTIX account in two ways.

Download the INTIX App, log in and select tickets icon to view tickets, view barcode (swipe left if purchased more than one ticket to see all)

OR

log into INTIX.com.au, select My Account, My Tickets, select the ticket.

If you are logging in on a phone, the ticket QR code will appear.

If you are logging in on computer, you will be able to print or download your ticket(s).

FAQ’S

Why can’t these tickets be emailed to Club’s directly?

An INTIX Account must be created as we have been advised that there are significant issues in emailing more than 8 tickets.

Can Players or Officials enter the venue without an INTIX ticket?

All players and officials will need to provide their ticket to be scanned at the gate to enter.

If a ticket is not provided upon arrival, they will need to purchase a ticket at the gate to enter.

Tickets need to be for the appropriate day, otherwise will not grant access – please ensure you are distributing the correct tickets to the appropriate team.

How many tickets are we issued per team?

Ticket allocations for each team or group per day will be as follows:

Under 18 Football – 30

Reserves Football – 30

Senior Football – 35

Junior Netball – 15

Senior Netball – 15

Are there any discounts for Junior Netball Players?

All Junior Netball players will be allocated One (1) complimentary adult admission with all junior player’s (13&U, 15&U, & 17&U) allocated admission ticket.

For this offer to be valid, the junior player and adult must proceed through the admission gate at the same time - There will be no substitutes or alternatives to this process.

Can Clubs purchase additional admission tickets prior to the event?

It is highly encouraged – All Geelong Football Netball League finals will have the option for patrons to pre purchase tickets. This could be a great way to fast-track entry into the venues.

All AFL Barwon finals events can be found athttps://www.INTIX.com.au/org/afl-barwon

Will there be other methods available at the gate to enter the finals venues on the day?

Patrons will be able to purchase a ticket at the gate with cash and EFTPOS facilities available.

Support

Clubs can receive support for the AFL Barwon Finals Series ticketing process by contactingThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or you can contactINTIX Support for Account issues.
Dogs are NOT permitted at GFNL Finals

A reminder to all clubs that dogs and pets are NOT permitted at any Geelong FNL Finals venues. For the comfort and safety of all spectators and participants, please ensure you leave your pets at home.

As per the conditions of entry, patrons arriving with dogs or pets will be turned away at the gates.
Only assistance or guide dogs will be permitted entry.

We kindly ask that clubs ensure their members are aware of this requirement ahead of the finals.
GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)
- Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue.
- Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
- It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
- Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
- Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements.
- No glass is permitted at the venue.
- Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
- Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
- No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
- Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.
West Oval Mud Map

Please see the below map in relation to this weekends finals matches at West Oval.

View Map here

General Updates

Key Updates

AFL Nines

Register Here
AFLB TV Live Stream & Broadcast Schedule

GFNL

Senior Football

20/9/25 - Colac vs St Mary's - 2:10pm (K rock)

A Grade Netball

20/9/25 - Newtown & Chilwell vs Geelong West Giants - 2:30pm

CDFNL

Senior Football

20/9/25 - Alvie vs Colac Imperials - 2:15pm

Watch here
2025 Presentation Nights

Invitations have been sent clubs for some of the upcoming presentation events. Please see the below link to the 2025 Finals Hub for all the event dates.

RSVP FORM
BFNL & GFNL Life Membership Nominations
We are seeking nominations from clubs for BFNL & GFNL Life Membership.

The criteria for nomination for Geelong FNL or Bellarine FNL Life Membership are that the nominee must have:
- held the position of Football Club President, Secretary or Treasurer with 10 years accumulated service in any of the three roles. This would also include service for a continuous period in a combination of any of the three positions or
- provided 15 years continuous service directly for either league or
- held the position of chairperson of Netball section of a Club serving for 10 continuous years
- and offered the service voluntarily
To nominate, please fill in the below form.
Nominate Here
AFL Barwon Service Awards Nominations
We are seeking nominations for AFL Barwon Service Awards.

The criteria for nomination for AFL Barwon Service Awards are that the nominee must have:
- acted as a Club personnel with 15 years or more continuous service with their Club or
- provided 10 years continuous service to AFL Barwon or
- provided service where a remuneration was provided from AFL Barwon or
- provided 10 years continuous service in non-chairperson positions (ie: Tribunal Member) or
- been a player with 300 games at senior level for football or netball at an affiliated AFL Barwon Club.
Nominate Here
2026 Flyers Development Program Registration

Please click on the below link to register for the 2026 Flyers Development Program.

RSVP FORM

Club Development

FREE Webinar: Managing a Community Level Sport Complaint

Perfect for club volunteers and local sport leaders, this session will help you respond fairly, consistently, and in a way that keeps your community safe and respectful.

Date: Tue 7 Oct. Time: 7:30pm.

Click here to register
Get Active Kids Vouchers - Club registration

Registrations are now open for sporting clubs and organisations to become a Get Active Kids Activity Provider ahead of round 9 of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program, opening in October clubs and sporting organisations can register as a provider, which allows families to sign up their kids by used the voucher up front and reducing out-of-pocket expenses.

More Information found here
Volunteering In-Focus: Make it easy to get involved - Webinar from ASC

Discover how to create a positive, engaging experience for sport volunteers through the Sport Volunteer Experience Framework. Good for: Club leaders, volunteer coordinators or anyone involved in driving community sport participation.

Date: 22nd September.

Time: 1-2pm.

Register here
Local Sports Infrastructure Fund
The Victorian State Government has recently announced the opening of their Local Sports Infrastructure Fund for 2025/26.

This program has 3 funding streams available for funding each with a different maximum grant amounts available.
- Community Facilities
- Lighting
- Planning
As per any Sport and Recreation Victoria Facilities grant, only LGA's are eligible to apply, with applications closing at 5pm, 2 December, 2025.

Can I encourage you to reach out to their Local council contact to discuss any projects that fit the criteria.

Our recommendation is that these discussions should occur sooner rather than later, as most LGA's will formalise a list to present to Sport and Recreation Victoria prior to starting any applications.

Any queries regarding these articles can be directed to Tim Secombe – AFL Barwon Club Development Lead – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 0417665173.
More Details
Australian Sports Commission - Supporting Others Video Series

The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has created a video series designed to empower volunteers and paid staff to provide on the job developmental support to others. This is one way to support volunteer recruitment by upskilling existing volunteers to sell the developmental opportunities that come with volunteering at a local footy club. Click here Supporting others
Coaching Update

AFL Barwon/AFL Victoria are excited to present an opportunity for existing (Female) Women & Girls coaches who are eager to enhance their skills and advance in their coaching careers. Introducing the Female Coaching Academywhich focuses on creating quality coaching environments, coaching at training/game and an opportunity to attend an open training session with local talent league coaches.

Details are found below.

AFL Barwon - Women & Girls Coaching Academy

Elevate Coaching Course (Level 2)

Venue: AFLB HQ at Highton Reserve

Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025

Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm – Three workshops combined in the one day.

Cost: FREE

At this stage we are seeking expressions of interest to ensure we have the required participants to run this workshop. Please consider this wonderful coach development opportunity by completing the below link to register your interest.

Register Here

Football

Resource Links

Netball

BFNL & GFNL Netball

GFNL Finals Information 2025

Please find attached a finals information document which includes details in relation to the Finals series.

I have also recorded a video for you all, talking through this detail – see email.

GFNL Finals Information 2025
Starting Positions

While team selections will still be required by Wednesday of each week to enable us to type up position tracking sheets with qualified players, starting positions will be required to be selected in PlayHQ by 6pm the day before match day.

Again – if there are changes to this post this time, this can be communicated at the competition office.

All teams will still be required to ‘check in’ at the competition office, to run their names over their lists, and ensure all players are listed.

From there, umpires will bring the paperwork to the score bench, for the independent scorer and check scorers.
Ticketing Information

All clubs would have received an email in relation to nominating their INTIX account for tickets to be distributed to. Thank you to those of you who have completed this step.

Tickets will be issued early in the week for distribution amongst your members. Please ensure you give tickets to the correct teams for the correct days – Sunday tickets will not gain access for Saturdays and vice versa.

2025 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

Junior Netball

2026 Representative Coach Applications

Coaching applications are now live AFL Barwon’s 2026 Representative Netball program. Please see the link below to submit your interest.

Register your EOI
2026 Representative Program Information
AFL Barwon are pleased to announce the trial dates for our 2026 Representative program

The trials will be held at Kardinia Park on the following dates:
- Sunday 12 October
- Sunday 19 October
- Sunday 26 October
Criteria:

In an attempt to improve the overall trial process and experience for all participants, trials will be open exclusively to players who competed in Division 1 or Division 2 teams throughout the season in either the BFNL or GFNL competitions.

This approach ensures a higher standard of competition during trials, helping selectors make more accurate assessments

By focusing on Division 1 and 2 athletes, we aim to create a more streamlined, competitive, and rewarding environment that reflects the intensity and demands of representative-level play.

To be eligible to trial, players must have played in a minimum of 4 games across the season

Exception:

11&U players moving up into 13&U

Players from Surf Coast Suns FNC and Armstrong Creek FNC

Age group eligibility are as follows:

13&U- born in 2012 & 2013

15&U- born in 20120 & 2011

17&U- born in 2009 & 2009

The link to register for trials can be found below.

Any questions please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Register Here

CDFNL Netball

CDFNL Finals Information

Game Times and Fixture

This can be found published on PlayHQ via the following link: CDFNL Fixtures

Team Entry

A reminder that teams MUST BE SELECTED BY 12pm Wednesday to enable us to type up position tracking sheets for the weekend. PLEASE ensure this is completed to support us in preparing for the weekend’s schedule.

Bench Personnel

Each team who will be playing in finals must submit their bench officials. Thanks to those of you who have completed this step.

These can be submitted via the following form: https://forms.gle/ZDuGiVNJGCDUqz7j9Skip any teams for which you do not need to submit officials for.

Change Rooms

Mobile phone usage is not permitted in change rooms under any circumstances.

Child Safety Supervisors must be nominated for each team which has a junior competing within it – this applies to all junior teams, and senior teams with juniors participating

STRAPPING AND MASSAGE TABLES will not be permitted in the rooms – a separate area will be delegated for this.

Please be aware of your club’s child safety policies and legal obligations in this space.
CDFNL Grand Final Conditions of Entry
- Everyone must pay the admission Fee.
- Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves.
- It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
- Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
- ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12 pm.
- No Glass allowed.
- Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron
- Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
- No Dogs Allowed
- Re-entry by pass-out stamp only

Netball Umpiring

2025-26 Summer Season Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

Season starts Friday 10 October

Must have completed the Foundation Umpires Education Course, Rules of Theory Netball Exam and participated in an AFL Barwon Beginner Training Session.

You will receive an email with further instructions to complete prior to competition starting.

Register Here
Midweek Mentors Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

We are looking for umpire mentors to assist with the development of umpires through our midweek and Saturday competitions. If you have experience in umpiring and are keen to share your knowledge to others then it would be great to hear from you.

You will receive an email to confirm your role as a mentor at the end of September and will be required to sign a document outlining roles and expectations if you did mentor during the winter season. 

If this sounds like you, please complete the below expression of interest.

Register Here
Saturday Umpire Rosters -Umpire coordinators please send remaining rosters through

Umpire Coordinators were asked at the start of the season to send through their rosters prior to or after each round had concluded. Collecting this information is to assist in best supporting umpire coordinators, the umpires and the mentors when visiting clubs and planning for 2026.

Thank you to the few clubs that have been sending through their umpire rosters weekly.

Resource Links

The Barwon Bulletin - September 3

THE BARWON BULLETIN

The official noticeboard for AFL Barwon Club Officials & Volunteers.
To recieve email notifications of the Barwon Bulletin, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

EDITION 54
September 3, 2025

(LAST UPDATED - September 3, 2025)