 
Background
The AAFC was formed in 1933 with three member states: South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria. Western Australia joined after the war when its definition of amateur football was brought into line with the other states. The highlight for amateur league states was the football carnivals held every three years. The final carnival was held in 1994 and the AAFC disbanded in 1996. The AAFC was reformed in 2001.
From 1996, interstate games against Western Australia stopped while South Australia and Victoria continued. In 2002, a triennial series was introduced over a three year period. Western Australia rejoined the competition with an Under 23 team. In 2005, for the first time an international series was held in Ireland playing international rules.
Purposes
To provide:
- Inclusivity in participation
- Pathways to reach potential
- Health and safety for enjoyment
- Collaboration in community building
- Advocacy for amateur football
To organise:
- National and international events
Priorities
Club Development
- Design a volunteer management plan
- Accredit all coaches, trainers and administrators
- Implement a code of conduct/behaviour
- Create a facilities development plan
- Formulate a program for increased participation and junior development
Governance
- Document roles and responsibilities of all club officials
- Develop a risk management policy and program
- Develop volunteer management plan
Advocacy & Funding
- Build alliances with political, media, community and other sporting organisations
- Understand all opportunities for funding /grants
- Improve success rate of funding to amateur clubs/leagues
Communication & Technology
- Develop interactive and informative websites
- Establish systematic email communication networks
- Publish all plans/reports to relevant members/stakeholders
- Have regular newsletters
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