MEENIYAN DUMBALK UNITED
FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB
ABOUT MEENIYAN DUMBALK UNITED FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB
Meeniyan Dumbalk United Football Netball Club is a community-focused sports organisation dedicated to promoting football and netball in the Meeniyan, Dumbalk and surrounding areas. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for players of all ages and skill levels. Our club values teamwork, sportsmanship, and the development of both individual and team skills. We are committed to fostering a positive and nurturing environment for our members. Our goal is to provide a seamless and enjoyable experience, from the initial stages of joining our club to participating in training sessions and competing in matches. We prioritise the well-being and growth of our players, ensuring that they have the resources and support needed to excel in their sporting journey and enjoy every game they play.
OUR VALUES
We pride ourselves on being a family-friendly and welcoming club, and we warmly invite everyone to be part of our community. MDUFNC is a proud, professional, and respectful club, where members come together to support the ongoing growth of the club.
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At MDUFNC, we place the safety, fair play, and wellbeing of our members above personal prestige or gain. We are committed to respecting the rights, dignity, and worth of every individual, regardless of gender, ability, race, religion, colour, or cultural background.
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Meeniyan Dumbalk United Football Netball Club is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of sportsmanship, integrity, and respect. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the field and court, fostering an environment of inclusivity, ethical conduct, and fair play. We continually strive to create a positive and enriching space for our members, nurturing a strong sense of belonging and camaraderie within our sporting community.
MEET OUR COMMITTEE
Our Co-Presidents Jason Harris & David Trotman
Our Vice President Hannah Engel
Our Treasurer Darlene Jones
Our Secretary Ellie O’Keefe
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Our Committee Jason Harris, David Trotman, Darlene Jones, Ellie O’Keefe, Liam Bourke, Ian Brandon, Hannah Engel, John Matthews, Brent Densley, Jasmin Friend, Monique Wightman, Kirra Jones, Mark Lafferty, Natalie Rayson, Ian Marshman, Brooke Jones
Our Bar Managers Karsten Krohn & Ian Brandon
Our Catering Manager Faye Sinclair
OUR GROUNDS
Our home ground is the Meeniyan Recreation Reserve, located at 15 Hanily Street, Meeniyan. Since 1977, the Club has proudly played all our home matches at this venue.
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However, it hasn’t always been so. Following the amalgamation in 1964, the M.D.U. Club began the season at the Meeniyan ground but finished at the Dumbalk Recreation Reserve. Between 1965 and 1968, the Club often started the season at Dumbalk and finished at Meeniyan. In 1969, the season began at Meeniyan and concluded at Dumbalk — the final year the season was split between the two venues.
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The following years saw the Club alternate between the two grounds: 1970 at Dumbalk, 1971 at Meeniyan, 1972 at Dumbalk, 1973–74 at Meeniyan, and 1975–76 at Dumbalk while Meeniyan Recreation Reserve underwent reconstruction.
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Since 1977, all home matches have been played at Meeniyan. Dumbalk Reserve hasn’t been completely forgotten, though, as it has occasionally been used in recent years as a pre-season training venue for our footballers.
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We are proud that Meeniyan Recreation Reserve got to host the Alberton League Grand Final from 2014 to 2018, and, following our move to the Mid Gippsland League, also hosted the 2024 Grand Final. We were set to host the 2025 Grand Final, but with unexpected wet weather and heavy use of the oval, the ground wasn’t quite up to scratch.
We hope to have the privilege of hosting a Grand Final again and welcoming other teams and supporters back to our home ground.
