THE AFL today has announced it will temporarily relocate its Melbourne headquarters to Lendlease's Melbourne Quarter Tower, with team members to move into the new premises in late 2026.
The redevelopment of the existing AFL House precinct at Marvel Stadium represents a significant long‑term investment in the League's infrastructure, requiring the AFL to vacate the current office space while works are undertaken. The temporary relocation will ensure continuity of operations while enabling the redevelopment to proceed unhindered.
AFL Chief Executive, Andrew Dillon, said the decision marked an important next chapter for the organisation.
"AFL House at Marvel Stadium has served the game incredibly well for many years, however the planned redevelopment of the precinct requires us to secure an alternative home that supports immediate operations," Mr Dillon said.
"To deliver that redevelopment effectively, we need to temporarily relocate our office operations, and Melbourne Quarter Tower provides the right solution to support our people and our operations during that period.
"The Melbourne Quarter Tower offers a centrally located workplace that reflects the importance of our people, our partners, our clubs and our connection to the city.
"It will be base for all our clubs and stakeholders to be able to visit and work, all while remaining in close proximity to Marvel Stadium."
The AFL was attracted to Melbourne Quarter for similar reasons to other major tenants, including its strong transport connectivity, high‑quality amenity, sustainability credentials and capacity to support modern, flexible ways of working.
Lendlease Executive Director Development, Adam Williams, said the continued leasing success at Melbourne Quarter reflected ongoing demand for well‑connected workplaces with quality amenity in the heart of the city.
"We are pleased to welcome the AFL as part of a growing community of leading organisations choosing Melbourne Quarter as their long‑term workplace destination," Mr Williams said.
The AFL was advised on the transaction by Colliers Specialist Transactions – Occupier Services.
Tim Farley, Head of Specialist Transactions - Occupier Services at Colliers, said Melbourne Quarter Tower offered an exciting and future ready solution to seamlessly transition the AFL during the redevelopment of AFL House at Marvel Stadium.
"We are delighted to have secured a new home for the AFL that aligns strongly with its culture, brand, operational needs and future ambitions," Mr Farley said.
"Melbourne Quarter Tower and the Melbourne Quarter precinct provide a highly sustainable, connected and well‑amenitised workplace that will support the AFL while its existing headquarters is redeveloped."
The relocation will be completed ahead of the commencement of redevelopment works at AFL House, ensuring business continuity and minimal disruption for staff and stakeholders.
