Become an AFL Outer East umpire in 2021
The AFL Outer East and Yarra Ranges Umpire Association are recruiting new umpires for the 2021 football season. Footy’s back in 2021, and what better way to get involved than to become an Outer East Umpire. Get fit, have fun, and be paid to do it (tax free). The YRUA is a proven launching pad […]
AFL Outer East 2020 Annual Report
The AFL Outer East is pleased to release its 2020 Annual Report to the public. Despite a year like no other, having lost 2020 to the COVID-19 pandemic, all clubs and the commission were able to make it through the year financially in what was an outstanding result for the region. AFL Outer East Regional […]
Scharenberg signs with Olinda Ferny Creek
Former Collingwood defender Matt Scharenberg will run out with Olinda Ferny Creek Football Netball Club in 2021, after signing with the Bloods this week. The 25-year-old, who was taken at pick No.6 in the 2013 Draft, played 41 games for the Pies including three in 2020. The South Australian, who endured three knee reconstructions during […]
Netball Umpire Panel Expression of Interest
The AFL Outer East is seeking expression of interest for the league’s 2021 Netball Umpire Panel for its three divisions (Premier Division, Division 1, Division 2). Umpires, who are required to have a minimum of their C Badge, will receive regular mentoring and coaching from some of Victoria’s most experienced umpires throughout the season. The […]
AFL Outer East staff changes
The AFL Outer East has confirmed the departures of Football Development Manager Danny Ryan and Umpire Operations Manager Scott Van Noordennen, and welcomes the arrival of new Operations Coordinator Sebastian Mueller-Schmuki ahead of the 2021 season. Ryan commenced his role of Football Development Manager in 2017, arriving with over 30 years’ experience in the AFL […]
AFL Outer East to assist clubs in post-COVID recovery
The AFL Outer East has announced it will be assisting clubs through post-COVID recovery by providing significant club and player discounts in 2021. In a move designed to support clubs and participants across the Outer East region in returning post-COVID 19, Outer East will pass on savings of $280,775 to participants and clubs in 2021. […]
AFL Outer East welcomes new Netball Umpire Coordinator
The AFL Outer East is excited to announce the appointment of a new Netball Umpire Coordinator, Jamie Maher. Maher arrives at the league with an impressive netball resume, having umpired at all levels of the game, from grassroots through to the elite level in the Championship Division of the Victorian Netball League. His experience further extends […]
Christmas office closure
The AFL Outer East office will be closed from 5.00pm on Friday, December 18 until Monday, January 18, 2021. Congratulations to all of our clubs and participants on seeing through 2020. We are looking forward to returning to football and netball in 2021. Wishing everyone a safe and Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! […]
2020 AFL Outer East Virtual Awards Night
The AFL Outer East on Sunday night held a virtual awards night. Despite the season not going ahead, there was still plenty to celebrate across Outer East clubs and the region in 2020, particularly new facilities, redevelopments and the ways our clubs stayed connected with their communities. Congratulations to all our clubs and participants, who […]
AFL Outer East partners with TidyHQ
The AFL Outer East is pleased to announce a new digital partnership with TidyHQ, which will see the full TidyHQ suite provided to all Outer East clubs and their administrators for the 2021 season. TidyHQ is a membership management software used by groups and organizations of all sizes to streamline their backend administration and enhance […]