Vale Alwyn Wardle

16 Sep 2020
Alwyn Wardle

Prepared by the New South Wales Fencing Association and published here with permission. We are saddened to report the passing of Alwyn Wardle, a much respected figure in NSW and…

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National fencing to remain on hold

14 Sep 2020
National fencing tournament

Calendar It is with heavy hearts the AFF Board has decided to vacate the remaining 2020 national tournament and camp schedule. With increased uncertainty around state border closures and associated…

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Working Group

26 Jun 2020

Earlier this year the AFF announced a new initiative aimed at increasing participation by Women in Fencing. Upon reflection, the AFF has decided to expand the purview of the working…

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Vale Tom Cross, Olympian

13 Jun 2020

Australian Fencing notes the passing of Tom Cross who represented Australia in the foil team event at the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games. Tom was raised in Sydney where he developed…

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FIE update on qualification for Tokyo 2020 Olympics

03 Jun 2020

Following the postponement of the Tokyo Olympic Games to 2021, the FIE Executive Committee and the International Olympic Committee have approved an updated qualification system. The updated document can be…

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FCA Information Bulletin No. 4 – 2020

04 May 2020

The Fencing Confederation of Asia has published INFORMATION BULLETIN No. 4-2020, which can be read in full at the link below. Key points for Australian fencers are: Olympic Zone Qualifying…

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