Presidents Message
The Willaston Football Club is one of the most iconic sporting clubs in Gawler, South Australia, proudly founded in 1889 by the working class men of the North Para River clay pits. Those working class values remain deeply embedded in our club today and are reflected through our strong supporter base, membership, and volunteer culture.
Our success as a club is built on the time, effort, and commitment of countless volunteers, sponsors, and community members who continue to support the Willaston Football Club as a thriving and respected community organisation.
Competing in the Barossa, Light and Gawler Football Association (BLGFA), the club has enjoyed sustained on field success throughout its history, including Senior Premierships and Reserves Premierships, highlighted by achieving the rare and significant Senior and Reserves double premiership, breaking a long-standing drought and reinforcing the club’s position as a strong and competitive football organisation.
We place a strong emphasis on junior and colt development and women’s football, and this focus has delivered outstanding results. Our boys and girl’s programs continue to grow in both participation and success, while our Senior Women’s program has established itself as one of the competition’s most consistent and successful teams. The club also takes great pride in the number of players who have progressed through our pathways to represent the SANFL, with some going on to careers in the AFL and AFLW, showcasing the strength of our development systems.
Off the field, the Willaston Football Club is in a very strong position, supported by sound governance and a hardworking, well-structured committee. This stability has allowed the club to not only maintain success, but to plan confidently for the future.
A major focus has been infrastructure improvement. One of our key achievements has been the successful installation of new LED oval lighting, significantly enhancing training and match day opportunities. Building on this momentum, the club is now focused on a major precinct redevelopment, including new unisex change rooms, upgraded clubrooms new netball courts and upgraded cricket facilities. These projects are being pursued through government grant opportunities and close collaboration with all stakeholders, with a formal working group established to drive this vision forward.
These initiatives represent just some of the many goals the club continues to set and achieve as part of its ongoing journey. With strong club structures in place and the continued support of our community and sponsors, I am confident the Donnybrooks will continue to grow, succeed, and strengthen their place within the Gawler community well into the future.
















The Men’s Table, a registered charity supporting men's health and social connection, are holding a Gawler Men's Table Top Up Entree on Monday September 14 at The Exchange Hotel, and they'd love to help get the word out to men in and around Gawler who might benefit🔴🔵
The Gawler Men's Table has been meeting for some time and is now looking to welcome a few new men to join the group. The Men’s Table is a small, consistent group of 8 to 12 men who meet at the same venue each month. It is the same men around the table each time, which helps build trust, connection and real conversation over time!
The group talks openly about life, the highs, the lows and everything in between, and has other men genuinely listen. It is about going beyond banter and sharing what is really going on. There is no agenda, no pressure and no membership fee. Men simply pay for their own meal and enjoy a safe and relaxed setting. Men of all ages (18+), professions and backgrounds are welcome.
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Gawler Men’s Table Top Up Entree
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A tough day out against Kapunda but a very solid win for our A-Grade🔴🔵
Another huge game next week but we’re finally back at home and are taking on Tanunda!
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Just like that it’s the last game before finals and what a huge clash we have against Tanunda🔴🔵
Get down to our home deck today and support the girls in what is looking like the Qualifying Final preview!
📍 Elliot Goodger Memorial Park
🗓️ Sunday August 9
⏰ U10’s - 10.15am
U13’s - 11.30am
Senior Women - 1.00pm
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The boys are back and what a game we have on our hands against Kapunda🔴🔵
Get up to the Bomber and support the boys in what should be a thriller!
📍 Dutton Park
🗓️ Saturday August 8
⏰ U13’s - 8.30am
U15’s - 9.35am
U17.5s - 11.00am
Reserves - 12.35pm
A-Grade - 2.20pm
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📢 WE’RE HIRING – CANTEEN MANAGER (2027 SEASON)
The Willaston Football Club is seeking an enthusiastic, organised and community minded Canteen Manager to lead one of the club’s most important operations for the 2027 football season.
Our canteen plays a vital role in providing a great experience for players, members and visitors while generating valuable revenue that supports our club.
About the Role
The successful applicant will be responsible for:
* Managing the day-to-day operation of the canteen on home game days.
* Ordering stock and maintaining supplier relationships.
* Coordinating and rostering volunteers.
* Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met.
* Managing stock levels and minimising waste.
* Working with the committee to maximise profitability and improve our food offerings.
We’re Looking For Someone Who Is:
* Well organised and reliable.
* Friendly and enjoys working with people.
* Able to lead a team of volunteers.
* Experienced in hospitality, retail or food service and preparation.
* Passionate about supporting community sport.
If you’re looking to become part of a passionate community club and help shape a fantastic game day experience, we’d love to hear from you.
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