The field umpires no longer regularly train together,no longer have access to a gym,and until round three of this season were banned from using the Marvel Stadium ground.
GWS Giants coach and Collingwood captain support tightened rule on protest to umpire,but a veteran VAFA umpire is dreading what will happen at junior levels.
Michael Christian has yet to be told if he will remain the match review officer,in a year when the focus on head knocks has never been greater.
Brad Scott will take up a senior football position at league headquarters,where he will be the face of the football department and work alongside Laura Kane,who has been poached from North Melbourne.
St Kilda have indicated that the relationship between Brad Scott and Saints football chief Simon Lethlean will not be a factor in their coaching search.