1877
Victorian Football Association (VFA) formed
The inaugural competition formed in 1877 was known as the Victorian Football Association (VFA).
The six foundation senior clubs were, Albert Park (South Melbourne), Carlton, Geelong, Hotham (North Melbourne), Melbourne, and St. Kilda.
1879
First inter-colony match
Victoria v South Australia
1888
First Australian Club Championship
Norwood and South Melbourne played a three match series to determine the first Australian Club Championship of the respective SA/Vic. Premiers. Norwood won all three games.
1890
National Championship game
Port Adelaide defeats South Melbourne in National Championship game.
1891
Interstate visting teams
Norwood (SA) and Essendon (VIC) visited Tasmania.
1916
Leagues in recess
SAFL, VFA, and QFA all in recess for WW1, whilst VFL continued with only four clubs, and WAFL continued with full competition.
1989
VFA single division
VFA reverts to a single division of 14 teams.