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Migration history

Jack Verschuren – Dutch Football Pioneer in Northam, Western Australia

Jack Verschuren arrived in Western Australia from the Netherlands in 1954, part of the post-war wave of Dutch migrants seeking new opportunities and a better life. Settling in Northam, a regional centre in the Wheatbelt, Jack quickly became a prominent figure in the local football scene during the 1950s and Read more…

By DACC, 2 weeksJune 26, 2025 ago
Migration history

A legacy of football: the van der Veekens of Adelaide

The story of the van der Veeken family reflects the enduring contribution of Dutch migrants to Australian football, spanning two generations of commitment to the game in South Australia. Born in The Hague, Jan van der Veeken arrived in Australia in 1950 as a young child with his family. Upon Read more…

By DACC, 2 weeksJune 26, 2025 ago
Migration history

Wilhelmina Fund – A Dutch-Australian Legacy of Inclusion and Community Support

The Wilhelmina Fund, established by Ringwood City Soccer Club in 2019, is a standout example of how a proud Dutch-Australian football club continues to honour its heritage while supporting its local community. Ringwood City SC was founded by Dutch migrants in the post-World War II period—a time when many Dutch Read more…

By DACC, 2 weeksJune 25, 2025 ago
Migration history

Tony te Wierik – a Fortuna ’60 founding figure in the Latrobe Valley

Tony te Wierik was one of the foundational players of Fortuna ’60 Soccer Club in Morwell, Victoria – known affectionately as the Orangemen, proudly reflecting their Dutch heritage and orange team colours. Tony arrived in Australia in the mid-1950s as part of a large Dutch family aboard the Johan van Read more…

By DACC, 2 weeksJune 25, 2025 ago
Migration history

Pete Mies – Dutch football pioneer and community leader in Launceston

Peter Johannes Gerardus Mies, born in 1936 in Neerbeek in the province of Limburg, the Netherlands, was a remarkable figure in Tasmanian football and in the Dutch-Australian community. At the age of 14, Pete joined his father and brother working in the mines of Limburg, contributing to the family’s livelihood Read more…

By DACC, 3 weeksJune 23, 2025 ago
Migration history

Fred van Breemen – A Founding Figure in Brisbane’s Dutch Football Legacy

Fred van Breemen stands as a testament to the enduring impact of Dutch migrants on Australian football and community life. Born in the Netherlands, Fred migrated to Australia in 1954 aboard the Johan van Oldenbarnevelt. His family settled in Coopers Plains, Brisbane, where his father contributed to the construction of Read more…

By DACC, 3 weeksJune 21, 2025 ago
Sport

Dutch coaches who shaped the Socceroos and Matildas

Dutch coaches and technical leaders have significantly contributed to the development and success of Australia’s national football teams. Their expertise has been instrumental in guiding both the Socceroos and the Matildas through pivotal moments in their histories. Socceroos Matildas These Dutch professionals have left a lasting impact on Australian football Read more…

By DACC, 3 weeksJune 21, 2025 ago
Migration history

Dutch-Australian Socceroos – the players of Dutch heritage who represented Australia

Dutch migrants and their descendants have made an important contribution to Australian football, not only at club level but also in the national men’s team, the Socceroos. From the 1950s onwards, Dutch-Australians have helped shape the squad during key periods of its development. This article highlights those players of Dutch Read more…

By DACC, 3 weeksJune 21, 2025 ago
Migration history

The Dutch influence in the Matildas – from early pioneers to modern stars

The Matildas, Australia’s national women’s football team, are celebrated not only for their sporting achievements but also for reflecting the diverse cultural tapestry of modern Australia. Among this diversity, Dutch migrants and their descendants have played a notable role in shaping the team’s history, from its formative years to its Read more…

By DACC, 3 weeksJune 21, 2025 ago
Personal stories

Mary Fowler – Dutch football influence on a Matildas star

At the age of 11, Mary and her family relocated from Cairns, Australia, to the Netherlands to support the football aspirations of Mary and her siblings. They settled in cities such as Rotterdam and Arnhem, immersing themselves in the Dutch football culture. During this period, Mary played for BVV Barendrecht, Read more…

By DACC, 3 weeksJune 21, 2025 ago

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