To celebrate this milestone, Kick Around Australia Day has been scheduled, giving all Australians the opportunity to join in the celebrations.
As part of Kick Around Australia Day, primary and secondary schools around the country are encouraging students to wear their footy colours to school, organise kicking and handballing competitions and complete one of the new footy themed programs that have been developed in line with the curriculum.
The programs, which will help engage teachers and students in football's special year, add to the existing five AFL Curriculum School Programs and will be available at no cost. Details about all AFL school programs can be accessed at afl.com.au/schools.
The website lists over 150 ways that students can celebrate Australian Football across various Key Learning Areas, as well as details on AFL themed national competitions for primary and lower secondary students.
Businesses across Australia are also invited to join in by offering employees the opportunity to stop work and have a kick of the footy on August 7.
Community football clubs can also take part in the festivities by holding a BBQ or pie night after training.
To find out how you get involved in Kick Around Australia Day, visit 150years.com.au.
