Dec 20, 2022 | Member News, News
The AFLUA is saddened to learn of the passing of former member Mark Turner. Having suffered a debilitating back injury playing junior football, aged 16, Mark endured a series of operations and long recovery, which makes his athletic achievements remarkable. Taking up...
Dec 18, 2022 | Awards, Member News, Milestones, News, Umpire Shorts
Young kids all have their dreams, and some grow up wanting to play AFL footy. It was interesting to hear Leigh Keen tell his story on the 17th of November 2022, when he was inducted into the AFL Premiership Players’ Club at their Annual Stamp Launch. This award is...
Dec 18, 2022 | Awards, Member News, Milestones, News, Umpire Shorts
Congratulations to retired field umpire Ian Robinson, who was inducted into the AFL Premiership Players’ Club at their Annual Stamp Launch on the 17th of November 2022. This prestigious award is presented to a total of 20 each year, consisting of...
Dec 15, 2022 | Member News, News
The last catch-up luncheon of 2022 for our X-Umpires’ group was recently held at The Glasshouse in Caulfield, with around 40 retired umpires joining us for the occasion. Our X-Umpires’ Coordinator Terry O’Donnell interviewed Ray Frost, who shared his umpiring...
Dec 11, 2022 | Member News, News
Members, I have been asked to write about myself, which could be difficult. But I have one advantage – having all the information stored in my cranium. It’s just a matter of getting it out without obtaining a big head. Only joking… you know my sense of humour! Born to...
