X-Umps Recognised In Australia Day Honours

Jan 29, 2026 | Awards, Member News

The AFL Umpires’ Association would like to congratulate life member John Marrapodi, and alumni Brendan Schwab and Professor Jeffery Borland on their recognition in the Australia Day honours. The Australia Day honours acknowledge Australians who have demonstrated...

Where are they now? – David ‘Spudda’ Levens

Jan 20, 2026 | Where Are They Now?

If this next ‘Where are they Now’ doesn’t get your attention, then nothing will.  David Levens umpired seven seasons on the Senior List ’71 to ’77.  In that time officiated in 36 VFL Senior matches from 1975 to 1977 until education & employment put an...

Bill Yendle – 100 Years Young

Dec 16, 2025 | Blog

The AFLUA’s oldest member Bill Yendle turned 100 years old on 4th November this year. A stalwart of the VFL senior list from 1950 to 1970, Bill umpired a total of 441 games. Over 396 Victorian Country Football League games (VCFL), Bill officiated a stunning 26...

2025 AFLW Grand Final Umpires and All-Australians

Dec 2, 2025 | News

The 12 umpires appointed to officiate the 2025 AFLW Grand Final represent a carefully selected panel covering field, boundary and goal umpires, each chosen for their performance and experience throughout the season. The panel has a combined experience of 424 games,...

X-Umpire Program – Lunch Dates 2026

Dec 2, 2025 | Member News

The X-Umpires’ Program hosts a luncheon every six weeks to enable our ex members to catch up and exchange memories. The lunches are held at Caulfield Racecourse. If you would like to join our invitation list, please contact Terry O’Donnell at...