DOCSLIB.ORG

Annual Report a Year in Review 2016 Contents Chairman’S Statement the Hon

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Annual Report a Year in Review 2016 Contents Chairman’S Statement the Hon ANNUAL REPORT A YEAR IN REVIEW 2016 CONTENTS CHAIRMAN’S STATEMENT THE HON. STEVE BRACKS AC CHAIRMAN’S STATEMENT 03 On behalf of the AFL SportsReady board and staff, I would like to welcome you to our Annual Report, where BOARD OF DIRECTORS 04 you will find a summary of all our achievements CEO REPORT & OVERVIEW 06 throughout the year of 2016. ABOUT US 08 In a year that saw youth unemployment climb across Australia, it was rewarding to see many young Australians 2016 HIGHLIGHTS 11 be afforded the opportunity to commence their careers through our traineeship program. Throughout the year we STATE SNAPSHOT 12 heard many stories of hardship, support and ultimately success from our graduates, which is great motivation to OUR TRAINEES 14 continue providing quality services to our trainees and are now equipped to manage the rigours and partner organisations. SUPPORTING THE AFL INDUSTRY 16 demands of being an AFL listed player, whilst also preparing for their life beyond football. 2016 was a year that saw many of our programs thrive ARTSREADY 18 against the odds of industry trends. After three years of In 2017 we face a challenging landscape in the backing from the Australian Government, ArtsReady hit WARUMILANG 20 employment sector, however we look forward the milestone of 250 trainees since starting the program to meeting those challenges head on. SPORTSREADY EDUCATION 22 and is now seen as the preferred pathway for many businesses in the arts and creative sector. AFL SportsReady will remain dedicated to sup- EXECUTIVE EDUCATION 24 porting young Australians and helping them We continued our support of the AFL industry, with many earn the skills and qualifications they need to 26 players benefiting from the range of services provided in FINANCIAL REPORT build their future. our Next Goal program in 2016. Delivered in partnership SUCCESS STORIES 28-30 with the AFL Players’ Association, more players than ever PAGE 2 PAGE 3 THE HON. STEVE BRACKS AC JAMES MONTGOMERY CHAIR the team behind DIRECTOR Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, Cbus Superannuation Fund AFL SPORTSREADY AFL SportsReady JENNY SAMMS MARILYN MORGAN PAUL MARSH STEVE DRUMMY DEPUTY CHAIR DIRECTOR DIRECTOR DIRECTOR Chief Executive Officer, Principal Consultant, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Aboriginal Housing Victoria Kamarang Services AFL Players’ Association Sonepar Pacific Audit, Risk Management Governance - Jenny Samms - David Huggins & Compliance Committee Committee - Marilyn Morgan - Steve Drummy - Andrew Dillon (Non-Director Member) PAUL BASSAT ANDREW BLAIR AM JUDE DONNELLY DAVID HUGGINS DIRECTOR DIRECTOR DIRECTOR DIRECTOR Founder, Executive Director, Head of Government Relations, Education Consultant Square Peg Capital Wesley College Institute for Australian Football League Innovation in Education PAGE 4 PAGE 5 CEO REPORT “AFTER 22 YEARS WE CONTINUE TO MAKE A SIGNIFICANT OVERVIEW IMPACT ON THE CAREERS OF YOUNG AUSTRALIANS.” OUR VISION OUR PURPOSE At AFL SportsReady, we believe that education Our purpose is to provide services to assist people and employment are vital for people to with meaningful education, training and employment participate fully in society. Our vision is for and to support employers to develop their All that we do is in partnership and I would people to have a real chance to start their workforce. Our approach is to support individuals like to acknowledge the tremendous support PEAK END OF YEAR NUMBERS: careers with confidence, qualifications and skills. into work, as well as to help employers to develop we receive from our Board, the AFL and our their workforce. employment partners in every state. The legacy of the work we do and the support 650 TRAINEES OUR VALUES we receive is in the careers of thousands of I am pleased to report another strong year of people across Australia. RESPECT EXCELLENCE PRIDE performance for AFL SportsReady. In a year in 1 2 3 which there has been many new challenges in We listen to and learn We strive for excellence We have pride in what Finally I have the privilege of leading a team of from others, and treat in all that we do. we do and where we our industry, we have continued to deliver and passionate, professional and dedicated people people well. work. perform in partnerships across Australia. who make the journey a joy. I look forward to 850 STUDENTS an even more impressive 2017. ETHICS ACCOUNTABILITY TEAM The way our partners have embraced our Cul- 4 5 6 tural Awareness Training is heartening and the We are ethical in our We do what we say we We work together and decision-making and will do. support each other. shared commitments to giving young people a our behaviour. chance to start a career keeps us all striving to JAMES MONTGOMERY, 100 deliver day in and day out. CEO & DIRECTOR DIRECT EMPLOYEES PAGE 6 PAGE 7 ABOUT US RECRUITMENT AFL SportsReady is an independent, not-for-profit company dedicated to helping ANDREW CRAIG “OUR HISTORY IS DEEPLY ENTRENCHED IN FOOTBALL AND SPORT, IT’S We manage the recruitment process: young Australians develop careers through traineeships and educational BEEN OUR NICHE, HOWEVER, WE ARE NOW SO MUCH MORE THAN THAT.” NSW / ACT STATE MANAGER • Create a position description, advertise, screen, opportunities. interview, short list and assist with selection. We began over two decades ago, and in that time we have supported approximately 13,000 young people to begin their journey, including over 1,500 Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander trainees. Our traineeship model is a three-way partnership between AFL SportsReady, young people and employers. We provide an entry level training and EDUCATE support program that combines practical workplace experience with vocational edu- We provide our trainees with education through our cation, helping young Australians kick-start their careers while supporting employers Registered Training Organisation (RTO), SportsReady to build skilled and qualified workforces. Education: • Education and training, OH&S, inductions, qualifications (Certificate to Diploma level) and university pathways. AFL SportsReady works in partnership with a wide range of organisations across select industries including sport, business, arts and the creative industries, finance and education. We deliver a suite of professional support and education services to make it simple to hire and manage an entry level employee. MANAGEMENT By cutting through the red tape, our partners are free to get on with the job. We take care of: • Payroll, tax and superannuation, WorkCover, legal GTO / RTO / DIRECT HOW WE HELP documentation, contracts, leave entitlements. TRAINEESHIPS EDUCATION EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYERS We employ over 600 young We deliver education from In addition to the traineeship We provide a range of support SUPPORT trainees across Australia and Certificate II through to Diploma employment model, we can assist services designed to simplify the place them in jobs at our partners’ for our trainees and direct partners in developing their work- hiring and managing of an entry We provide support for both hosts and trainees to ensure success: workplaces, as either school- students across Australia. Our force through direct employment, level employee. based, full-time or part-time. students can also benefit from primarily through recruitment and • Assist in managing trainee work performance, provide any one of our seven exclusive support to transition successfully regular workplace visits and resolve work-related issues. university partnerships across into the workplace. Australia. PAGE 8 PAGE 9 TAYLA HARRIS AFLW SEASON AFL SPORTSREADY GRADUATE AFL SPORTSREADY GRADUATE 2016“I love my HIGHLIGHTSjob, I got a massive In what was the inaugural head start in my career thanks AFL Women’s season, over one NEXT GOAL TRAINEESHIPS to AFL SportsReady. I’m living my quarter of the marquee players AFL SPORTSREADY CELEBRATED Cum sociis natoque penatibus et magnis dis Over a quarter of all AFL listed players chose to 2016 saw AFL SportsReady achieve an 86% dream.” draftedparturient were montes, either nascetur AFL ridiculus Sports mus.- either study or complete a work placement as success rate with 442 trainees graduating and ANOTHER GREAT YEAR IN 2016 Morbi auctor pulvinar velit, nec pharetra lo- part of the Next Goal Program in 2016. launching their careers. Ready remtrainees luctus sed. orSed pastsit amet graduates.orci metus. Nunc vel ipsum nisl. Proin semper facilisis molestie. Donec consequat lacus risus, ut fermentum Vestibulum ante ipsum primis in faucibus orci nulla venenatis non. luctus et ultrices posuere cubilia Curae; Inte- ger ac turpis euismod, consequat eros quis, Cum sociis natoque penatibus et magnis dis porta est. Vivamus augue sem, posuere eu 2016 parturient montes, nascetur ridiculus mus. egestas vitae, gravida vitae nisl. Ut ac libero Phasellus vel lacinia diam. Nulla neque nulla, quis augue tristique varius. Nulla mattis, odio ultrices porta pellentesque at, dignissim eget HIGHLIGHTS aliquet egestas placerat, sapien ipsum posu- arcu. Curabitur tempus nunc in rhoncus sce- ere eros. lerisque. Aenean id varius libero, eu rhoncus orci. Nullam at euismod justo. Quisque inter- Curabitur tempus nunc in rhoncus sceler- dum lacus ante, maximus hendre. isque. Aenean id varius libero, eu rhoncus orci. Nullam at euismod justo. Quisque inter- dum lacus ante, maximus hendrerit enim el- ARTSREADY WARUMILANG ementum eu. Vivamus laoreet lacus vitae elit Structure Management placerat feugiat. Maecenas elit ligula, suscipit Duis vulputate rhoncus lo- A record number of ArtsReady
Load more

Recommended publications
  • AFL Coaching Newsletter - April 2009
    AFL Coaching Newsletter - April 2009 THE NEW SEASON Most community football leagues around Australia kick off this weekend or immediately after Easter and NAB AFL Auskick Centres commence their programs in the next month. This newsletter focuses on a range of topics which are relevant to the commencement of the 2009 Australian Football season. PLAYING AND TRAINING IN HOT CONDITIONS The new season generally starts in warm to hot conditions and there is always a lift in intensity once the premiership season proper starts. Regardless of the quality of pre-season training programs, early games are usually more stressful and players and coaches should keep safety factors associated with high intensity exercise in warm conditions in mind – these include individual player workloads (use of the bench), hydration and sun sense. The following article by AIS/AFL Academy dietitian Michelle Cort provides good advice regarding player hydration. Toughen Up - Have a Drink! Why are so many trainers necessary on a senior AFL field and why they are constantly approaching players for a drink during a game? Obviously the outcome of not drinking enough fluid is dehydration. The notion of avoiding fluid during sport to ‘train’, ‘toughen’ or ‘adjust’ an athlete’s body to handle dehydration is extremely outdated & scientifically incorrect. Even very small amounts of dehydration will reduce an AFL player’s performance. Most senior AFL conditioning, nutrition and medical staff invest considerable time into ensuring the players are doing everything possible to prevent significant dehydration from occurring in training and games. The effects on performance are not limited to elite athletes.
    [Show full text]
  • AFL Player Transition Services Guide 2020
    2020 TRANSITION SERVICES GUIDE 2020 AFL PLAYERS’ | TRANSITION SERVICES GUIDE CONTENTS 05 10 12 A Word From The Exit Financial The President Process Health Check 5 14 16 20 Player Retirement Education and Wellbeing Scheme Professional Services 5 Development5 22 24 Alumni Injury and Membership Hardship Fund 3 4 2020 AFL PLAYERS’ | TRANSITION SERVICES GUIDE A WORD FROM THE PRESIDENT PATRICK DANGERFIELD The world has faced some significant challenges in 2020 and as AFL footballers we have not been immune from these. The game has provided us with routine, from those who have already re-entered the connection and purpose during this time, workforce, to those likely to be re-listed but there will be some feeling a sense of by a club – and they have designed anxiety about what lays ahead for them programs tailored to suit wherever you come season’s end. sit on that spectrum. There’s excitement that comes with it The skills and knowledge we develop but I’m sure there are mixed emotions. I during our time as AFL players, combined imagine some are feeling lost, while others with a comprehensive and unique transition are more excited by the opportunities and program, make us valuable prospects for even the unknown. any employer Either way, it’s important you stay So, regardless of where you’re at in your engaged with the AFLPA, make personal journey, use the PA’s services because you development a priority and focus on the never know what extra opportunities you next stage of your career, wherever it could uncover.
    [Show full text]
  • Coaching Lessons
    VOLUME 23, No 1 May 2009 How AFL Coaches Learn Jeff Gieschen’s Coaching Lessons Celebrating Culture Getting the best out of Indigenous players COACHING EDGE CoachingEdge CONTENTS Jeff Gieschen: coaching 0 5 lessons I have learned Coaching your 10 own child Nutrition for 12 football How AFL 1 4 coaches learn Coaching Indigenous 19 players 28 The key to tackling best in the business: Geelong coach Mark Thompson has transformed the Cats into one of the most dominant sides of the modern era; after round six this year they had won 45 of their past 48 matches. INtrODUCtION A resource for coaches at all levels Welcome to Coaching Edge. the Australian Football Coaches conducted junior development As part of the changes to Association (AFCA) Vic Branch in programs until the VFL assumed CoachingEdge CrEdITS the Australian Football Coaches 1987. There was also a predecessor, responsibility for state development Publisher Association (AFCA) structure in Australian Football Coach, published in 1988), was the editor and Australian Football 2008, in which membership is now by SANFL from 1972 until 1975. designer of the magazine throughout League automatically a part of the process of The inaugural AFCA Vic branch its life. GPO Box 1449 Melbourne Vic 3001 AFL coach accreditation, the president was Allan Jeans, who Coaching Edge is edited by Ken Correspondence to: AFL is now providing services provided the initial editorials. Davis. Ken has a long history of Peter romaniw nationally to complement those Allan was supported by an involvement in sport, physical Peter.romaniw provided by state and regional active committee, including VFL education and coaching.
    [Show full text]
  • Australian Football League
    COMMUNITY REPORT AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Tayla Harris of Melbourne takes a high mark during the 2014 women’s match between the Western Bulldogs and the Melbourne Demons at Etihad Stadium. AFL COMMUNITY REPORT 2014 CONTENTS 3 CONTENTS AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE INTRODUCTION FROM THE CEO ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5 JIM STYNES COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AWARD ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 6 AFL OVERVIEW �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������7 AROUND THE CLUBS ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 23 Adelaide Crows ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������24 Brisbane Lions ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������26
    [Show full text]
  • 2009 AFL Annual Report
    CHAIRMAN’S REPORT MIKE FITZPATRICK CEO’S REPORT ANDREW DEMETRIOU UUniquenique ttalent:alent: HHawthorn'sawthorn's CCyrilyril RRioliioli iiss a ggreatreat eexamplexample ofof thethe sskill,kill, ggameame ssenseense aandnd fl aairir aann eever-growingver-growing nnumberumber ooff IIndigenousndigenous pplayerslayers bbringring ttoo tthehe ccompetition.ompetition. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT Mike Fitzpatrick Consensus the key to future growth In many areas, key stakeholders worked collaboratively to ensure progress. n late 2006 when the AFL Commission released its » An important step to provide a new home for AFL matches in Next Generation fi nancial strategy for the period 2007-11, Adelaide occurred when the South Australian National we outlined our plans to expand the AFL competition and Football League (SANFL) and South Australian Cricket to grow our game nationally. Those plans advanced Association (SACA) signed a memorandum of understanding to Isignifi cantly in 2009 when some very tangible foundations redevelop Adelaide Oval as a new home for football and cricket. were laid upon which the two new AFL clubs based on the Gold » Attendances, club membership and national television audiences Coast and in Greater Western Sydney will be built. Overall, 2009 continued to make the AFL Australia’s most popular professional delivered various outcomes for the AFL competition and the game sporting competition. at a community level, which were highlighted by the following: » Participation in the game at a community level reached a » Work started on the redevelopment of the Gold Coast Stadium record of more than 732,000 registered participants. after funding was secured for the project. » A new personal conduct policy, adopted by the AFL » The AFL Commission issued a licence to Gold Coast Football Commission in late 2008, was implemented in 2009.
    [Show full text]
  • AFL Coaching Newsletter - August 2009
    AFL Coaching Newsletter - August 2009 With finals campaigns either underway or about to commence for 2009 AFL Coaching this month provides two perspectives on preparing for finals; from a successful Senior Coach at a community club and fitness experts. We also bring you details of a 2nd AFL High Performance Coaching Course to be held in WA, details on how to update your own coaching record within Footyweb and an interesting perspective on inclusive coaching as the basis for best practice coaching. The newsletter includes links to handballing drills, articles by AFL coaches and interviews with AFL coaches. Shane Woewodin emphasises the importance of creating positive match day environments and AFL Coaching interviews Leann Gill, AFL Women‟s All Australian Coach, on coaching females and female coaches. There are updates from individual states and a calendar of coaching events coming up in each state. PREPARING FOR FINALS – perspective from a successful Senior Coach in community Football (Please note: the perspectives given in this article are not necessarily pertinent to elite level football) Adapted from Mark Neeld‟s presentation at the 2004 National Coaching Conference; „Preparing for Finals‟. When it comes to preparing for finals action there is no fail-proof guide to success. Each coach will prepare their side for finals in different ways. It is useful for coaches to understand how other coaches prepare their sides for finals and that they adapt these strategies to suit their own needs. Planning and preparing for finals occurs long before September. Your season planning should thoroughly address all aspects of the game that are important to winning finals.
    [Show full text]
  • Volume 19 | August Issue 2010
    volume 19 | august issue 2010 Latest Coaching Edge Overview Jimmy Bartel article — The ―Junior Coach‖ 2010 Coach of the Year Awards Coaching Seminar Overview The Sounds of Victory Look after your mates Training Drills AFL Community Club Resource Overview Eastern Girls are Footy Girls Accreditation Information Coaching Resources and Tools The third edition of the coaching edge (pictured left) is now available for download from the AFL website (www.afl.com.au) under the coaching section. The Coaching Edge is the new electronic coaching magazine and is a continuation of the well respected Coaching Update magazine which was first published in 1988 after the VFL assumed responsibility for football devel- opment across Victoria and formed the Aus- tralian Football Coaches Association Victorian branch. This issue looks at fitness during mid-season, developing players‟ game sense, multicultural- ism in football, what makes an elite athlete, the impact of good kicking as well as inter- views with Chris Johnson and Shane O‟Bree. Enjoy! Executive Brett Fisher (President) | Shawn Wilkey (Executive Officer) Committee Stuart McLean | Graeme Hocking | John Myers | Mark Fisher Brian Cartwright | Leeann Gill | Phil Gould "It is not what we get. But who we become, what we contribute... that gives meaning to our lives." Anthony Robbins Shawn Wilkey Executive Officer Tel: 9762 3843 | E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://easternranges.aflvic.com.au JIMMY BARTEL: From little things big things grow Columnist Jimmy Bartel pays homage to the unsung heroes of Aussie Rules - the jun- ior coaches. I STILL remember playing footy as a kid in the pouring rain at eight in the morning.
    [Show full text]
  • AFL Coaching Newsletter - September 2009
    AFL Coaching Newsletter - September 2009 AFL Coaching this month provides details of the 2010 National Coaching Conference which will be held in Adelaide for the first time. As we come to the end of another season the newsletter delves into the issue of reviewing your season and planning for future success in 2010. We also look at reviewing club policies and culture and what needs to be done to provide a strong, positive and safe club culture and the role of a coach in that process. Again, we encourage you to update your coaching details through Footyweb. The newsletter also introduces the latest articles in the Coaches on Coaching series and there are updates from individual states and a calendar of coaching events coming up in each state. 2010 AFL National Coaching Conference The AFL is pleased to announce that the 2010 AFL National Coaching Conference will be held in Adelaide from Friday 29th – Sunday 31st of January 2010. The conference will begin at 7pm on Friday evening and conclude at 4pm on Sunday afternoon. The conference will take place at AAMI Stadium in the new Adelaide Crows Training and Entertainment facility. We are currently working on a proposed program and brochure to provide further information about the conference and our online registration system. This should be available for the October edition of the AFL Coaching Newsletter. Now that the date and venue has been finalised coaches can start planning to attend. Impression from outside of the new Adelaide Crows Training and Entertainment facility at AAMI Stadium “IF IT AIN’T BROKE, FIX IT ANYWAY” – Paul Tagliabue (NFL Commissioner, 1989-2006) Conducting Effective Performance Reviews and Planning for Next Season At the AFL‟s 2008 Industry Conference former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue stressed on the leaders within the AFL industry the importance of striving for continual improvement.
    [Show full text]
  • The Official Afl Level 1 Coaching Manual
    THE OFFICIAL AFL LEVEL 1 COACHING MANUAL THE COACHPLANNING TACTICS SKILLS DRILLS FITNESS THE OFFICIAL AFL LEVEL 1 COACHING MANUAL COACHTHE Deputy Chief Executive Officer: Gillon McLachlan General Manager, Football Operations: Mark Evans Coaching Development Manager: Lawrie Woodman General Manager of AFL Media: Peter Campbell Editor: Michael Lovett Content and Editorial Assistance: Ray Allsopp, Rod Austin, Neil Barras, Jim Cail, Michelle Cort, Peter Hanlon, Peter Harcourt, David Parkin, Peter Schwab, Kevin Sheehan, Lisa Sutherland, Steve Teakel, Lawrie Woodman Designer: Alison Wright Photography: AFL Photos aflphotos.com.au Printed by: Condor Printing Cover: Alastair Clarkson coached Hawthorn to victory in the 2015 Toyota AFL Grand Final while Michelle Cowan guided Melbourne to success in both women’s exhibition matches between the Demons and the Western Bulldogs. ©Copyright 2016 — Australian Football League POWERFUL MESSAGE: Ken Hinkley has proved he can extract the best from his players since taking over at Port Adelaide. 4 CONTENTS Introduction 5 INTRODUCTION by David Parkin DAVID PARKIN, OAM 7 CHAPTER 1 wo of the most commonly asked questions of a person playing football The role of the coach at any level are, “Who is your coach?” and “What is your coach like?” T If the second question elicits a positive response, there is a reasonable 15 CHAPTER 2 chance that the player concerned is enjoying their football. In all football levels, Basic skills of football the degree of enjoyment/satisfaction is the major determinant of whether people continue their football careers. 35 CHAPTER 3 The coach, more than an administrator, parent or player, can directly Planning influence the quality of the football environment at whatever level the game is played.
    [Show full text]
  • Tac Cup Grand Final Results & Awards
    CONTENTS AFL Victoria Strategic Plan 4 Chairman’s Report 6 Board of Directors 10 Advisory Board 11 CEO’s Report 12 VFL Report 16 TAC Cup Report 22 Victorian Competition Graduates to the AFL 26 Umpiring Report 28 Financial Report 30 Administration & Regional Staff 32 Marketing Report 38 Sponsors 39 Female Participation: 46 Youth Girls players participated in the Youth Girls Academy and there are now 39 teams across six competitions. 2 | AFL Victoria Annual Review 2010 AFL Victoria Development Development 40 Community Football 43 Multicultural Football 47 Coach Education 49 AFL Recreational Football 51 Schools Programs 52 NAB AFL Auskick 55 Female Football 57 Umpire Development 59 AFL Player Appearances 61 AFL Kickstart Indigenous Program 62 Fair Game, Respect Matters 64 Resources Available at AFL Victoria 65 AFL Victoria People 66 Structure of Australian Football 67 ANNUAL REVIEW 2010 AFL Victoria Annual Review 2010 | 3 AFL VICTORIA STRATEGIC PLAN During 2009 the strategic plan was OUR VALUES PROGRESSIVE reviewed and updated with the 2010– ACCOUNTABILITY • Strive for constant improvement 2011 Strategic Plan adopted by the AFL • Focus on delivering or exceeding • Respect the great history of our game Victoria Board. performance objectives and its role in the community but challenge the status quo OUR VISION • Responsible for our actions and results • Find new and creative ideas to innovate To be the best state-based sporting and do what we say we will • Focus on the future organisation in Australia. • Act with integrity – deal with all people
    [Show full text]
  • 2016 Annual Report
    2016 ANNUAL REPORT AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE CONTENTS AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE 120TH ANNUAL REPORT 2016 4 2016 Highlights 16 Chairman’s Report 30 CEO’s Report 42 AFL Clubs & Operations 52 Football Operations 64 Commercial Operations 78 NAB AFL Women’s 86 Game & Market Development 103 Around The Regions 106 AFL in Community 112 Legal & Integrity 120 AFL Media 126 Awards, Results & Farewells 139 Obituaries 142 Financial Report 148 Concise Financial Report Western Bulldogs coach Cover: The wait is over ... Luke Beveridge presents Luke Beveridge (obscured), his Jock McHale Medal Robert Murphy and captain to injured skipper Robert Easton Wood raise the Murphy, a touching premiership cup, which was gesture that earned him a presented by club legend Spirit of Australia award. John Schultz (left). 99,981 The attendance at the 2016 Toyota AFL Grand Final. 4,121,368 The average national audience for the 2016 Toyota AFL Grand Final on the Seven Network which made the Grand Final the most watched program of any kind on Australian television in 2016. This total was made up of a five mainland capital city metropolitan average audience of 3,070,496 and an average audience of 1,050,872 throughout regional Australia. 18,368,305 The gross cumulative television audience on the Seven Network and Fox Footy for the 2016 Toyota AFL Finals Series which was the highest gross cumulative audience for a finals series in the history of the AFL/VFL. The Bulldogs’ 62-year premiership drought came to an end in an enthralling Grand Final, much to the delight of young champion Marcus Bontempelli and delirious 4 Dogs supporters.
    [Show full text]
  • 2017 Annual Report Annual 2017 Page No 6
    ANNUAL 20 REPORT 17 A YEAR IN REVIEW TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAIRMAN’S STATEMENT On behalf of the AFL SportsReady Board and The establishment of the Ready Foundation has been staff members, I am pleased to present to you the an important opportunity to continue our commitment company’s Annual Report for 2017. Here you will find to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people Chairman’s Statement Pg. 3 a summary of the many achievements throughout the and other disadvantaged youth. year, a reflection of the commitment and dedication CEO Report Pg. 4 shown by our staff and partners. Our relationship with schools across the country THE continues to grow, with over 137 primary and Board of Directors Pg. 5 I feel privileged to have been appointed as Chair of secondary schools taking on trainees and supporting AFL SportsReady as I have seen the significant impact our programs. New partnerships have formed and About Us Pg. 6-7 START the company has made across the education and existing ones have strengthened and the results have How We Help Pg. 8-9 employment sector, I would like to acknowledge the been inspiring. OF commitment, dedication and service of Steve Bracks 2017 Highlights Pg. 10-11 AC in his time as Chair of AFL SportsReady. The AFL industry continues to support our programs and we have provided opportunities for 195 players State Snapshot Pg. 12-13 SOMETHING By providing career pathways to over 600 trainees across all 18 clubs. Our partnership with the AFL and 800 students, the organisation continues to Players Association also grew this year to include Our Trainees Pg.
    [Show full text]