Do you know a Victorian farmer who works hard, looks out for others and backs their local footy and netball club like no other?
WorkSafe Victoria, in collaboration with AFL Victoria and Netball Victoria, are on the hunt for ”Footy’s Favourite Farmer” 2026 - with a prize pool of over $20,000 up for grabs!
To nominate someone in your community or find out more, head to footysfavouritefarmer.com.au!
Last year's winner was Orbost dairy farmer and football netball club president Royston 'Doc' Nettleton. As Footy’s Favourite Farmer, the 500-game legend won $10,000 worth of safety improvements tailored to his business, and a further $10,000 to spend on safety upgrades for the Orbost Snowy Rovers Football Netball Club, where he has been president since 2012.
Working safe is a team sport – and WorkSafe want to give a shout-out to the farmers who live by that every day.
Nominate a legend in your community and you could score prizes for your club. Entries close Friday 31st July 2026.
Prizes include:
The farmer who is crowned Footy's Favourite Farmer for 2026 will win:
- $10,000 towards safety improvements for the winning farmer on their property
- $10,000 towards safety improvements to the winners local football/netball club
There are also monthly prizes for nominated farmers and their clubs including:
- WorkSafe branded work shirt & boot covers
- A Sherrin Football and Gilbert Netball
- Operator Protective Device
- AirAgri Personal Locator subscription
- 3x WorkSafe branded Sherrin Footballs and 3x Gilbert Netballs
To learn more about AFL Victoria's longstanding partnership with WorkSafe Victoria, CLICK HERE.