Where are they now? – David Mitchell

Jun 9, 2026 | Where Are They Now?

Money, Money, Money… no it’s not the 1976 ABBA song, it’s the VFLUA Treasurer who looked after our finances in a professional manner.  Yes I speak of David ’Flags’ Mitchell, heritage goalie 178 who for 8 years controlled the Association’s books. With...

Where are they now? – Michael Hafey

Jun 4, 2026 | Where Are They Now?

I feel for the subject of my next ‘Where are they now’, as coming from a football family Michael John Hafey would have found it hard to follow his elder brothers. No matter where Michael would go his eldest brother Tommy’s name would come up; not to mention the second...

New Life Members Recognised

May 7, 2026 | Blog

Congratulations to the following umpires who have been presented with their AFLUA Life Membership. Life membership is awarded to those umpires who have been members of the AFLUA for ten years. Additionally, honorary life memberships can be awarded to anyone who has...

Umpires Welcomed to New Training Base

May 6, 2026 | News

Boundary and goal umpires were officially welcomed to their new training facilities at Windy Hill on Tuesday, 28 April, marking an important milestone after years of training at multiple venues across the city. Umpire Talent and List Manager Adam Davis welcomed the...

Where are they now? – Paul Serong

Apr 16, 2026 | Where Are They Now?

Boy, is there some history happening with my next “Where Are They Now”. It was at the home of Paul Anthony “Sal” Serong that the umpires held a meeting when they withdrew their services in pursuit of a better pay deal. As Paul was President of the VFLUA at the time,...