Update on Michael Forbes

Michael Forbes was a former NSWAFUA Member who umpired with the AFL Sydney panel from the early nineties until his move to Melbourne towards the end of the decade. Michael suffered a tragic accident whilst riding his bike in Melbourne on 28 June 2008. A website has been set up by family and friends and is …

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Taylor umpires curtain-raiser at AFL Grand Final

Boundary Umpire Robert Taylor was recently selected to umpire the National Under 16 Championships Division One Grand Final between Victoria Metro and Western Australia, which was a curtain-raiser to the Geelong-Hawthorn AFL Grand Final at the MCG.

The appointment caps off a stellar 2008 season for the 18 year old. In just his …

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Presentation Night – 11/10/08 – final details

Congratulations to all Members on a fantastic year!

Now that the season is done and dusted, the NSWAFUA Presentation Night will be held on Saturday 11 October at City Tattersalls Club (198-204 Pitt Street, Sydney – map).

We recommend catching public transport to the event, as the venue is located just behind …

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