Taylor Mattioli reflects on AFL debut
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.
Having reached...
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.
The veteran whistleblower takes the reins of the Carlton v Brisbane ...
AFLUA X-UMPIRES’ LUNCHEON – APRIL 2023
The AFLUA X-Umpires’ group gathered at The Glasshouse in Caulfield for their recent luncheon in April.
Our X-Umpires’ Luncheons continue to provide a great opportunity for retired umpires to catch up regular...
AFLUA HOSTS AFL FIELD UMPIRES’ DINNER
The AFL Field Umpires recently held their squad dinner at Romeo’s in Toorak.
Whilst the night was an opportunity for the group to get together in a relaxed environment, it also gave the AFLUA the opportunity...
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.
The Fiona McBurney Match Day Experience ...
‘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 w...
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 S...
GLENN JAMES OAM RECOGNISED
Retired field umpire Glenn James, OAM, has been acknowledged as the Sir Doug Nicholls Round honouree for AFL Season 2023.
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