A number of key resources are available to assist leagues and clubs in the development of their facilities.

AFL Preferred Facility Guidelines

The AFL Preferred Facility Guidelines provides guidance to leagues, clubs, schools and councils in the development of football facilities. The document outlines preferred requirements for State League, Regional and Local level facilities. The document includes information on change room sizes, lighting requirements, ground sizes amongst a range of facilities that support football.

Click HERE to download a copy of the document

Community Sporting Facility Lighting Guide

Developed by Sport & Recreation Victoria in conjunction with the AFL, AFL Victoria and Netball Victoria, this document provides guidance to councils and clubs to install effective football and netball lighting at training and competition levels. The guide includes information on Australian Standards including lux levels, pole heights, positioning and also includes indicative costings for various installations.

Click HERE to download a copy of the document

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