Oct 26, 2022 | Member News, News
Over a career that spanned the VFA, the VFL and the Western Border Football League, Eric Brewer OAM made a large contribution to Australian football and later to the community. Eric William Brewer was born on 10 April 1930, and his early years were spent in West...
Oct 17, 2022 | Member News, News
Our October catch-up luncheon for the AFLUA X-Umpires’ group was recently held at The Glasshouse in Caulfield. Attending on the day were Peter Howe, John Moss, Ian Brown, Shane Nolan, Mike Hafey, Doug Gilham, Terry O’Donnell, Bob Gilham, Jim Rolfe, Garry Baumgarten,...
Oct 17, 2022 | Member News, News, Umpire Shorts
At just 16, Boundary Umpire Cooper Ranie is powering through the ranks. Following his AFLW debut in Season 7 Round 1 (Adelaide v Melbourne at Glenelg Oval), the youngster from Darwin is pitting his skills in elite company with gusto. He has hit the track running with...
Oct 17, 2022 | Member News, News
Never far from the AFL spotlight, many would be asking what has happened to ‘Razor’ Ray, one of Australia’s longest serving field umpires. A torn glute tendon unfortunately derailed Ray’s umpiring campaign this year, after he had officiated in one pre-season match...
Oct 11, 2022 | Awards, Member News, Milestones, News
Congratulations to umpires Tom Bryce (Field), Martin Elsegood (Boundary) and Braden Ford (Goal), who were recently presented with their honours at the 2022 SANFL Golden Whistle Awards function. Tom was adjudged the Golden Whistle awardee. He commenced umpiring with...
