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370817_Melb Football Club Coterie Handbook 2026 - 36pp + Cover DL Booklet

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These da to support the pla the game connections, accommodating new players, mentoring, or supporting welfare and development programs, Coterie continues to be a critical part of the Melbourne community.

Through both membership and fundraising, the group contributes over a quarter of a million dollars to the club each year. The Melbourne Coterie is made up of people from all walks of life that join together in a commitment to support the Club’s success, on and off the field. the club and the oldest in the AFL game w support employmen This is most f highligh Coterie pledg written t Barrassi in support of her and her y son Ron, upon the death of her husband in World W

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y 2023 saw the election of Penny Collins as the first female President of Coterie. We continue to strengthen the relationship with the Club and its players, whether emerging, established, past, or AFLW.

President

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1989 - 1990

- 1999

2000 - 2002

2003 - 2005

2007 - 2009

2010 - 2011

2013 - 2018

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2019 - 2022 I

2023 - present

Secretary

1937 - 1979 AL King

1979 - 1981

1982 - 1983

1984 - 1986

1987 - 1998

1999 - 2005

2006 - 2008

2009 - 2010 T Smiley

2011 - 2019 IJ Maguire

2020 - 2022

2023 - present

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from our vast network of dealers. we notify best case availability of your chosen colour cification. We can also provide pricing on trade in Once the order is placed we arrange the paperwork, ver your car to your door. is that easy, MVM takes the stress out of buying a at no extra cost to you. Our clients often comment on dly and professional manner. e certain your car buying experience is an enjoyable

Tobruk, Coterie made a pledge to take care of my mother and myself. I have never forgotten this definitive, caring statement. From my playing days, through my coaching days, to now, I regard Coterie as part of the fabric of a successful club. I am honoured to be part of it.”

Ron Barassi

us to experience purchasing the MVM way. te Partners of the Melbourne Football Club since

“I have seen our Coterie play a significant part in the Club’s heritage. From my early playing days to the present, Coterie’s commitment to the Club’s finances, players and values has been unheralded.”

Noel McMahen

“Coterie are passionate and dedicated to our Club’s long term success, and are a wonderful group of which to be a part.”

Robbie Flower

“The Melbourne Football Club Coterie was a constant support of a young country boy moving down to the city. The MFC Coterie continues to generate a special spirit around our club.”

Garry Lyon

“Coterie is a great group of passionate and committed supporters with whom I have developed lifelong friendships.”

David Schwarz

The Melbourne Football Club Past and Present Players’ and Officials’ Association works to provide benevolence, social connection and welfare assistance to its members. We are proud of our close ties to Coterie, and of the great camaraderie that exists between both groups. Keep in touch with what’s happening via our regular newsletters, emails, website and Instagram. We look forward to sharing some great times with everyone in Coterie this year.

President: Rod Grinter 0431 686 313 rod grinter14@gmail com

Secretary/Treasurer: Spike Harris 0411 235 073 spike.w.harris@gmail.com

Our Association relies on your support to facilitate our activities, and we welcome donations year round to our Benevolent Fund.

To make a contribution, our Association’s banking details are:

Account name: MFC Past & Present Players & Officials Association A/C: BSB: 063 204 1008 8589

Please use your name as the reference.

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