Vale Bill Brebner

The AFL Barwon Commission and Staff send their condolences to the family and friends of Bill Brebner who passed yesterday at the age of 72. 

Bill had a significant influence on the local football community through involvements as President at of the South Barwon Football Netball Club, VCFL West Coast Regional Manager, Buckleys Chair and he served on the AFL Barwon Match Review Panel.

Bill spent 3 years as President of the South Barwon Football Netball Club from 1997 until 1999, which was a critical period of time for the club. He was recognised for his service at the club with a Life Membership.

He was part of the Buckleys Entertainment Centre Board where for 26 years, with several as the Chair. Bill was a strong advocate for giving back to the Football and Netball clubs across the Region and was a regular representative at AFL Barwon Functions and Grand Final Events.

Bill was a respected member of the Match Review Panel until recently, where his health forced him to resign.

A celebration of his life will be held at Buckleys on Friday, July 12, at 1pm.