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Ben Buckley

b. 1967

Australian rules footballer

Businessperson Australian rules football player
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About Ben Buckley

Born 1967. Ben Buckley is an Australian businessperson and australian rules football player.

Benjamin Buckley (born 29 June 1967) is an Australian businessman, former Australian Rules Footballer and former chairman of the North Melbourne Football Club in the Australian Football League. He is the former chief executive officer of Football Federation Australia. He has a bachelor's degree in Applied Science. Led unsuccessful bid to bring FIFA World Cup to Australia.

On 21 August 2012 it was announced he had stepped down from his position as chief executive officer of Football Federation Australia. At the same time, it was announced he would be replaced by former chief executive officer of the National Rugby League David Gallop

Currently Buckley is the Executive Director in Foxtel, overseeing and managing sports contents within this Broadcast media company.

On 20 October 2016, Buckley was voted in as the new chairman of the North Melbourne Football Club, replacing James Brayshaw. He stood down in 2022.

Personal life Buckley has four children, including Jack Buckley who plays football for Greater Western Sydney.

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Important facts

Born
29 June 1967, Tasmania
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Businessperson, Australian rules football player
Nationality
Australia
Education
RMIT University, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
Employers
Nike, EA Sports, Australian Football League, Football Australia
Also known as
Benjamin Buckley

People in Ben Buckley's life

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Jack Buckley
1907 – 1980
Australian rules football player

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ben Buckley?

Australian rules footballer

When was Ben Buckley born?

Ben Buckley was born on 29 June 1967 in Tasmania.

What is Ben Buckley's occupation?

Ben Buckley is a businessperson and australian rules football player.

What nationality is Ben Buckley?

Ben Buckley is Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ben Buckley

· Wikidata: Q4885366

· DBpedia: Ben Buckley

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