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Chris Febvre • September 27, 2022

AFL North East Border Director

AFL North East Border Director
Expression of Interest

It is an exciting time at AFL North East Border as we focus on the renewal of the commission with the recruitment of three new directors to fill casual vacancies. We are seeking volunteer directors to assist in the governance and oversight of football and netball in the North East region.
About AFL North East Border
Established in 2013, AFL North East Border is the governing body for Australian Rules football in the Region and affiliated to AFL Victoria Country. AFL North East Border is Governed by a 9-person independent Commission which is responsible for the governing the game locally and providing local solutions for local issues.
The scope of responsibility for AFLNEB includes over 60 clubs in 7 leagues and its Regional Umpiring Department across 11 Local Government Areas including Albury City Council, City of Wodonga, City of Wangaratta, Rural City of Benalla, Alpine Shire, Towong Shire, Indigo Shire, Moira Shire, Mansfield Shire, Snowy Valley Council and Federation Shire.
Commissioners are identified for their professional skills set, previous experience in a sporting environment and understanding of regional and rural community. Operationally, the cornerstone to AFLNEB’s function is the Regional Administration Centre situated in Wodonga with a satellite office at the WSDC at the Wangaratta Showgrounds. 

About You
AFL North East Border is seeking individuals to join its commission who can demonstrate knowledge, experience and technical expertise across one or more of the following areas: 
• Strong governance experience including previous Board roles
• Strategic leadership 
• Financial qualifications 
• Strategic risk management 
• Legal
• Leading cultural and organisational change
• Marketing, advertising, sponsorship
• Infrastructure development
• Stakeholder engagement, corporate/social/organisational responsibility, issues management
• Government relations / knowledge
• Sports Management
• Climate and environment

When selecting candidates to act as Commissioners regard is given to the overall needs of the Commission, the relevant skills and expertise needed at the board level of the Commission and individuals who are not, by reason of any provision of the Act, ineligible to be or prohibited from being a Commissioner.

A full position description is available here.

For a confidential discussion about the role with the Chairman or Region Manager, please contact Zac Hedin, Region Manager at zac.hedin@afl.com.au.

Please forward your expression of interest incorporating a 1-2 page resume and cover letter outlining skills and experience to zac.hedin@afl.com.au

APCO Volunteer Recognition Program Returns

By Zac Hedin • March 21, 2025
2024 saw the launch of the AFL North East Border Volunteer Recognition Program, proudly supported by one of our long standing partners, APCO! The program recognised 20 volunteers across the region each week throughout the footy season and will do the same once again in 2025. The categories include - Club Volunteer Umpire/Club Umpire Junior/Youth Coach Auskick Coordinator/Volunteer Clubs are welcome to nominate one of their hard working volunteers throughout the year, and if they are selected they will receive a $50 APCO voucher to use in an APCO store near you. Nominations can be submitted by clicking on the following link - VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION NOMINATION FORM

Funding Boost For Local Clubs!

By Zac Hedin • March 3, 2025
Two local football netball clubs are set to receive a funding boost to upgrade their lighting infrastructure through the Country Football Netball funding program! The Milawa Football Netball Club who compete in the Ovens & King FNL and Barnawartha Football Netball Club competing in the Tallangatta & District Football League will both receive funding through the Country Football Netball Program which through a partnership between the Victorian Government, AFL, AFL Victoria and Netball Victoria aims to support county football and netball clubs infrastructure improvements and developments. A total of 7 clubs across Victoria received funding in this round, and with two clubs successful in the North East it is a great outcome for football in the region and both clubs should be congratulated for the work they have put in to be successful! We look forward to seeing these projects come to life! For more information on the program and other success applicants please click here - https://play.afl/victoria/news/funding-boost-country-football-facilities?fbclid=IwY2xjawIx1hdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHYxTMXDPhmQhLOMmUjo6YAkpXU-dFqKLUzVdYIegdiFK2xGe-yf-PgwBiA_aem_EdgEJ5XDtkeJH8VGU35rfA

2025 Club Development Day

By Zac Hedin • February 24, 2025
2025 saw AFLNEB host there now annual Club Development Day which had a focus on upskilling those who are hands on during game days throughout the season! With over 45 attendees participating in three dynamic workshops - - Club Umpire Session, - Coaching Masterclass Session, and - Building Stronger Clubs Workshop - Our Community Club Leaders and dedicated Volunteers are now equipped with the resources and skills to tackle the upcoming season! Additionally, more than 25 Sports Trainers benefited from the Level 1 Sports Trainer Course, enhancing their expertise and readiness. Massive thank you to La Trobe University Albury-Wodonga for hosting us at their amazing campus! We wish all the clubs the best for the upcoming season and look forward to further supporting them with additional sessions throughout the year!
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