Osborne Park Football Club

We have nearly done it!

Packages being sent to South Hedland, Tasmania, Albany and Queensland among other places.

What we need - is anyone driving to Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Albany or by some miracle Queensland in the next couple of weeks? We have full bags of jumpers going to a High School, a Senior footy club, a masters team and the AFL South Pacific (PNG/Nauru/Fiji).

Any help is appreciated so we don’t have to try and ship these bags! (Pic for attention from the first of two Auspost runs)

Live regionally in WA or somewhere far and wide across Australia?

Postage bags have been purchased and approved by the Pres to get as much of our merch into homes as possible!

Slide into our DMs or comment below if you’d like a care package sent or youd like to arrange
a day and time to pick up from kiwis (as The City of Stirling have refused to let us use our old storage shed).

Xoxo

We’ve got leftover merch!

If any ex players want something to remember us by - stay tuned for pick up times and locations.

Community groups - does anyone know of teams across Australia that could use playing jumpers? We would have well over 200 jumpers including full sets. Comment below or message us!

Club Vote – Tonight

This is an important step and a great opportunity for us to come together and move forward as a group.

A Sub General Meeting will be held tonight for a Special Resolution vote:

📅 Thursday 18 December
⏰ 6:00pm
📍 Mighty Quinn

All members are encouraged to attend and have their say.

PUBLIC STATEMENT FROM THE PRESIDENT OF OSBORNE PARK FOOTBALL CLUB

In response to significant media attention today, and to comments shared by the City of Stirling, I am compelled to share a few clarifying comments.

City of Stirling Mayor, Mark Irwin, suggested that the items found at the club contained child po*******hy.
The item in question, part of the Silly Sunday costume, had a photo of the player himself on it. It did not contain photos of anyone else. It was an offensive and incredibly distasteful costume, I am
in no way trying to dispute that or defend the decision. Based on all of the advice we have received to date however, this is not a police matter. The police attended the club and inspected the item, and have not progressed further with an investigation.

The allegation of child po*******hy hits me really hard - as it does for many members of our community who are parents, own businesses and / or have public facing roles. It’s incredibly important to us to clarify this point.

Our community has played a very vocal role in mental health advocacy, raising over $100,000 through our annual Charity Rounds. In the spirit of that vulnerability, I would like to ask for some understanding on the impact this situation is having across our community of players and supporters. What is a controversial news story today - surfacing a lot of public opinion, is an incredibly difficult moment for those of us trying to do the right thing and find a way through the situation. This is something we’ll be dealing with long after the headlines are gone.

I would like to thank everyone for their support over the last 24 hours. I stepped up to lead the club during this time because I have seen all of the good that has been done by our community over the last 10+ years and I really wanted to try and preserve that. Needless to say, this situation is more than anything I am equipped to handle and I appreciate your patience and understanding as I navigate it the best way I know how.

Sincerely,
Jeremy LaBianca
President
Osborne Park Football Club

PUBLIC STATEMENT FROM THE PRESIDENT OF OSBORNE PARK FOOTBALL CLUB

To our valued members, supporters, sponsors, and the wider Osborne Park community,
I write to you today as President of the Osborne Park Football Club to address a very serious matter that has brought the future of our club into question.

Recently, during our Silly Sunday celebrations, a member of our playing group wore a costume that was distasteful and unacceptable. As a club, we are really embarrassed that we allowed this to happen and that we didn’t intervene on the day. Let me be absolutely clear — this behaviour does not reflect the values or culture we stand for at Osborne Park, and we unreservedly apologise for the offence caused.

Since becoming aware of the incident, the Club has taken immediate and comprehensive steps to cooperate fully with both the Perth Football League and the City of Stirling. Unfortunately, despite our efforts, the City of Stirling have refused to engage with us and have forced us to vacate our lease without explanation. We have:
• Appointed a new leadership team to guide the club forward and take full accountability for the incident.
• Offered that the player in question is given a ban from the club.
• Engaged openly and transparently with all stakeholders to demonstrate our commitment to real and lasting change.

Despite these significant actions, the future of our club remains uncertain. We have been informed that a decision on whether Osborne Park Football Club will be allowed to continue will be made by the Perth Football League in early November.

This delay is placing considerable strain on our ability to plan for the upcoming season. We are currently unable to confirm coaching appointments, finalise player recruitment, or secure sponsorship commitments — all critical components of a successful football program.

While we acknowledge the seriousness of the situation, we firmly believe that the proposed consequence of shutting down an entire community club - with many years of history and deep roots in our local area - is grossly disproportionate.

Osborne Park Football Club is more than just one player, one day, or one poor decision. We are a diverse, inclusive, and passionate community who are committed to learning from this experience and ensuring it is never repeated.

Until the League hands down its final decision, we will not be making further comment. However, we remain hopeful that our demonstrated accountability and proactive response will be recognised as steps toward rebuilding trust and earning the right to continue representing our community.
Thank you to everyone who has offered their support during this incredibly challenging time.

Sincerely,
Jeremy LaBianca
President
Osborne Park Football Club

***2025 AGM***

This Friday, August 22nd. 6pm-7pm (max) at The Mighty Quinn Tavern in Yokine.

WE NEED YOU TO ATTEND. It’s as simple as that, if we cannot form a committee for the 2026 season, the club will not enter any teams in the PFL. End of.

Even if you cannot jump on the committee, showing up will make a difference to the new President and Vice President. Your support will help them as they take on the huge task of stepping up into the roles!

Can’t make it but want to show your support or help out in the 2026 season? Send kiwi a message before Friday.

Osborne Park Football Club

🎯 Round 18 – Final Game of 2025

It’s the last dance of the season! 🏉

This Saturday we take on Swan Valley at Robinson Reserve – playing for nothing but the badge and a whole lot of club pride.

League: 2:30pm
Reserves: 12:30pm

Stick around after the final siren for a special (and slightly emotional) farewell to our long-serving president, Michael “Kiwi” Coventry.

Players, friends, family, club stalwarts – even rival club presidents who are happy to see him go – all welcome!

Let’s finish the season strong and send Kiwi off in style

🏆 2025 Osborne Park Saints Awards Night

Join us as we celebrate the season and recognise our standout players and club contributors.

📅 20th September 2025
📍 Sir Henry’s, Northbridge
💵 $100pp – drinks package included (beer, wine, spirits)
🕖 7:00pm
🎩 Dress Code: Suit & Cocktail Dress

You can RSVP now through the event on our page – lock in your spot and help us finish the season in style!

REMINDER:

We are at home for the final game of the year on Saturday. 1230pm ressies, 230pm league.

Weather looks good and last time out against Swan Valley league had a win and ressies were in it the whole game! (Imagine a double win miracle on grass)

Bar opens at 1pm.
Kiwi will be drunk by 2pm.
Final awards for the year at 5pm.
(Hopefully) Double Happy Hour 6pm-8pm.

Kiwis Presidential Farewell

🏉 Round 17 – The Penultimate Battle 🏉

Pride. Grit. One last stand.

After a courageous win in Round 16 that sank the Pirates, the Saints march on — not chasing finals, but fighting for pride, respect, and each other.

🆚 Canning South Perth
📍 Wyong Reserve
🕐 Reserves 1:00pm
🕝 League 2:55pm

Two games left. Let’s finish strong.