Champion of the Month | John Hewett – Eastern Districts Football League Presented by West Coast Poly Country Football WA is proud to spotlight John Hewett, President of the Eastern Districts Football League (EDFL), as a nominated West Coast Poly Champion of the Month a long-serving football advocate who continues to champion the growth and sustainability of footy across regional WA. John has been involved in country football for decades, known for his steady leadership, inclusive approach, and deep commitment to the clubs and communities across the Eastern Districts region. As current EDFL President, John plays a pivotal role in..

Senior umpire and East Kimberley Football League president Wayne Paul officially umpired his 1000th football match last weekend, a milestone that coincided with the East Kimberley Football League Grand Final. Wayne moved to Kununurra as a player in 1999, where he quickly realised there was a shortage of umpires and a lack of a league president in the East Kimberley Football League. He has filled both roles ever since. Now, after 1,000 games, Wayne’s umpiring journey has taken him all over Western Australia, covering much of the Kimberley region and even beyond. "It's a lot of hard work. I do..

We take a look at what's happening around WA's country competitions in our regular column.   Beverley’s Pav-olution Fremantle’s greatest ever goal-kicker Matthew Pavlich pulled on the boots for a country cameo last weekend. The AFL Hall of Famer lined up for Beverley in the Avon Football Association as part of a sponsor promotion and show he’s still got it with two goals and an eye-catching pack mark. It was a big crowd in Beverley to see the former Dockers superstar in action for his first competitive match since hanging up the boots at the end of 2016 after 700..

WA Football is pleased to reveal the encouraging progress and achievements of the Kimberley Investment Framework (KIF) as we reach the half-way point of the five-year collaborative initiative. The $5 million partnership between WA Football, the State Government and the AFL kicked off in September, 2021, with the aim of strengthening football and supporting facility upgrades and community participation in the Kimberley region. Now at the halfway point, the KIF Half-Time Report highlights major progress in participation, facilities and community engagement. There’s been significant infrastructure and inclusion milestones reached so far including the retrofit of gender-neutral changerooms in Broome and..

Champion of the Month | Jeff Delbridge – Mines Rovers FC, Goldfields Football League Presented by West Coast Poly Country Football WA and West Coast Poly are proud to recognise Jeff Delbridge as a nominated Champion of the Month  a tireless contributor, life member, and beloved figure at Mines Rovers Football Club in the Goldfields Football League. Jeff’s involvement with the iconic Kalgoorlie-based club spans decades and countless roles, but one thing remains constant  his unwavering commitment to community, tradition, and making the game better for those around him. Affectionately known around the club as a quiet achiever, Jeff has..

WA's inaugural First Nations Tackle Your Feelings session was delivered to Mullewa Football Club in June 2025.   The Tackle Your Feelings program is designed to work with senior football clubs with strong First Nations representation, to support knowledge building around mental health and wellbeing.  The program, delivered by WA Football, with AFL legend and mental health specialist Michael Mitchell, was the first of its kind to be delivered in Western Australia.   After multiple losses in the community through suicide, key community stakeholders looked to build strong support networks around the community to ensure their members were equipped with the skills..