Club Development Conference 2025

Key Ingredients for Healthy & Sustainable Clubs

The 2025 Club Development Conference was held across four locations with events held in Bairnsdale (EAST), Longwarry (WEST), Meeniyan (SOUTH) and Rosedale (CENTRAL) during February and March.

Unlocking Success for Gippsland Clubs

The conferences covered a diverse range of topics critical to club success, including:

• Playing List Management: Strategies for building and maintaining a competitive and cohesive team.
• Coaching Excellence: Insights into developing coaching staff and player pathways.
• Volunteer Engagement: Techniques to attract, support, and retain volunteers.
• Governance, Administration, and Finance: Best practices to ensure strong, transparent, and sustainable club operations.
• Community Connection: Building lasting relationships with your local community to enhance support and engagement.

Attendees had the opportunity to:

• Explore resources and offerings from AFL Victoria and AFL Gippsland.
• Share best practices and hear inspiring success stories from clubs across the region.
• Network with like-minded individuals who are passionate about the future of Gippsland football.

Thank you to the dedicated committee members, coaches, or volunteer who provided valuable insights at the Conferences.

For more information contact AFL Gippsland Club Development Lead, nicole.bertuna@afl.com.au