Historical information

Before official competition began in 1894, scratch matches were held in the Old Station paddock.
The Orbost football club players were known as the Busters and wore green and gold guernseys. An Orbost football team has participated in the East Gippsland League since the early 20th century. In 2003 in response to a dwindling population, the Snowy Rovers and Orbost Football Clubs were driven to merge into the Orbost Snowy Rovers

Significance

Football clubs, through their many changes, have always been an important social fabric of the community.
Sport is often regarded as an important part of life in rural Australia, contributing to community identity, sense of place, social interaction and good health.

Physical description

A large black / white photograph on a cream coloured buff card. It shows three rows of men, one seated, dressed in football uniforms. The photograph has been taken outdoors.There are three copies.

Inscriptions & markings

on front - "Orbost Team 1906" There is a list of names.