Wedge-Tailed Eagles Football Club (formerly KWFC) Update
The Riddell District Football Netball League (RDFNL) Board wishes to provide an update regarding the Wedge-Tailed Eagles Football Club (formerly KWFC) and former RDFNL Vice President Andrew Power.
The Board can confirm that the RDFNL will not be appealing the Wedge-Tailed Eagles Football Club’s application to join the Central Victoria Football League.
We acknowledge the club’s decision to compromise on both its name and home venue, with Woodend Racecourse Reserve now nominated pending Council approval. This aligns with guidance provided at a 2024 meeting, reiterated by the RDFNL in July 2025, and reinforced by the AFL at an independent meeting held on Monday, 9 February.
While the past 15 months have been challenging, the RDFNL respects the outcome and sincerely hopes the newly established Wedge-Tailed Eagles Football Club, the Central Victorian Football League, and the RDFNL each enjoy successful seasons ahead.
Separately, the League became aware yesterday of comments made by former Vice President Andrew Power on his personal social media account.
The RDFNL had no prior knowledge of these comments. Following a brief review, Andrew Power and the RDFNL mutually agreed that his personal views are not aligned with the values of the League, its Board, and staff.
Andrew has resigned from his position as Vice President effective immediately as of yesterday Monday 17th of February.
We thank him for his service over many seasons and wish him well for the future.
The RDFNL does not condone or support the behaviour reflected in those comments and apologises for any distress caused to members of our community.
The RDFNL remains firmly committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment for all men and women who participate in football and netball.
We hope that with this matter now closed, our broader community can move forward and refocus on what we all value most about community sport.