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AFL Fans Association 2025 Fan Awards - Calling for Nominations The AFL Fans Association is excited to announce that nominations are now open for our prestigious Annual Awards. This is your chance to recognise and celebrate the incredible contributions of fellow fans and supporter groups who make our AFL community vibrant […]

2025 AFL Fans Association Fan Awards Calling for Nominations

AFL FANS ASSOCIATION (AFLFA): “GIVING FOOTY FANS A VOICE” The AFL Fans Association (AFLFA) has called on the AFL Commission and key AFL executives to review the proposed wildcard round in light of overwhelming fan feedback. The 2025 AFLFA Fans Survey shows that 77% of fans do not support the […]

77% of AFL fans oppose proposed wildcard round — AFL ...

I trust this message finds you well as we reflect on yet another exciting AFL season and congratulate the Brisbane Lions on becoming the Premiers for 2025 making it back-to-back flags. Congratulations to Will Ashcroft on winning his back-to-back Norm Smith medal for being voted best on ground – what […]

President’s End of Season Message 2025

AFL FANS ASSOCIATION (AFLFA): “GIVING FOOTY FANS A VOICE” Fan satisfaction with the AFL has slumped to a record low, with supporters increasingly frustrated at the league’s focus on revenue ahead of fans. The AFL Fans Association’s 2025 Survey found the fan satisfaction rating with the AFL has fallen to […]

AFL Fan Satisfaction Falls to a Record Low in 2025 ...

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AFL FANS ASSOCIATION (AFLFA): “GIVING FOOTY FANS A VOICE” The AFL Fans Association welcomes Mitch Brown’s decision to share details of his sexuality and supports his intent to help create an environment where the “safety, comfort and space” is present if others choose to do the same. AFLFA Patron Jason […]

AFL Fans Association welcomes announcement by former AFL player Mitch ...

AFL FANS ASSOCIATION (AFLFA): “GIVING FOOTY FANS A VOICE” The AFL Fans Association says there is no excuse for Adelaide player Izak Rankine’s homophobic slur, which has resulted in a four match suspension. Ron Issko, President of the AFL Fans Association said, “Players are well aware of the AFL’s stance on […]

No Place for Homophobic Slurs in Footy

AFL FANS ASSOCIATION (AFLFA): “GIVING FOOTY FANS A VOICE” The AFL Fans Association (AFLFA) is today launching its 2025 National Fan Survey, giving fans across Australia the opportunity to speak up and be heard on the issues that matter most to them, gathering genuine feedback from the people who make […]

AFL Fans Association Launches 2025 National Fan Survey

AFL FANS ASSOCIATION (AFLFA): “GIVING FOOTY FANS A VOICE” I hope this message finds you well and you are enjoying the 2025 season as we reach the halfway mark. It’s been a year of surprises, milestones, and ongoing challenges—and the AFL Fans Association (AFLFA) remains committed to ensuring that your […]

AFL Fans Association President’s 2025 Mid-Season Message

AFL FANS ASSOCIATION (AFLFA): “GIVING FOOTY FANS A VOICE” The AFL has listened to fans, confirming that the 2025 Grand Final will once again be held in the traditional 2.30pm timeslot. AFL Fans Association President Ron Issko welcomed the decision and thanked the AFL Commission and CEO Andrew Dillon for […]

AFL Fans Celebrate Retention of Day Grand Final

AFL Fans Association welcomes Chris Henderson as Patron and with four new committee members now has national representation AFL FANS ASSOCIATION (AFLFA): “GIVING FOOTY FANS A VOICE” The AFL Fans Association is delighted to announce the appointment of Chris Henderson as Patron, joining esteemed Patrons Susan Alberti AC, Jason Ball […]

Chris Henderson as Patron

AFL FANS ASSOCIATION (AFLFA): “GIVING FOOTY FANS A VOICE” The AFL Fans Association is concerned at the incident last night at the Collingwood v Carlton game where two men were arrested allegedly having guns in their possession. Ron Issko, President of the AFLFA, said, " We are awaiting an explanation […]