Congratulations to goal umpire Taylor Mattioli, who marked her AFL debut in Round 3 (Season 2023) at the GIANTS Stadium, as Greater Western Sydney hosted Carlton in front of a 9,600-odd crowd.
Taylor Mattioli reflects on AFL debut
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SIMON MEREDITH REACHES 450th AFL MILESTONE
Congratulations to field umpire Simon Meredith (AFLUA Heritage No. 398), who will be officiating in his 450th career AFL match in Round 8.
AFLUA X-UMPIRES’ LUNCHEON – APRIL 2023
The AFLUA X-Umpires’ group gathered at The Glasshouse in Caulfield for their recent luncheon in April.
AFLUA HOSTS AFL FIELD UMPIRES’ DINNER
The AFL Field Umpires recently held their squad dinner at Romeo’s in Toorak.
UPDATE – FIONA McBURNEY MATCH DAY EXPERIENCE
The AFLUA is proud to announce the relaunch of the Fiona McBurney Match Day Experience on Sunday 30th April 2023, at the Richmond v Gold Coast game at Marvel Stadium.
‘Bunny’ Nugent MC, VFL umpire and ANZAC
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He set a fine example to his men in every way during our advance, carrying a Hotchkiss rifle into action, as well as leading his troops. His conduct through the whole of the fighting was marked by the greatest coolness.
Matthew Young reflects on AFL debut
Field umpire Matthew Young recently reflected on his maiden AFL match, after his introduction to the big stage arrived in Round 3 (Season 2023) during the Gold Coast v. Geelong match at Carrara (Heritage Bank Stadium).
GLENN JAMES OAM RECOGNISED
Retired field umpire Glenn James, OAM, has been acknowledged as the Sir Doug Nicholls Round honouree for AFL Season 2023.
Leigh Fisher marks multiple umpiring milestones
Field umpire Leigh Fisher capped off a memorable AFL 2023 Round 4, as he took charge of the Geelong v Hawthorn match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Monday, 10 April 2023.