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To all clubs,

Given the extreme weather conditions that the wider Hunter Region is experiencing, the Joint Zones Management have decided to postpone all Round 4 games in Interdistrict and Miniroos football.

The safety of our members is paramount and the avoidance of unnecessary travel in difficult conditions is something that all should observe.

We have members in the Upper Hunter and on the Peninsula experiencing extreme flood events, homes isolated or at risk of evacuation orders. All would agree that safety overrides football. Across the region, as the weather event starts to clear, we hope that your grounds have time to recover.

This postponement applies to Interdistrict and Miniroos fixtures only.

Round 4 games will be allocated to the Wet Weather weekend 11-14 July 2025.

Zone Football League Clubs will be communicated to separately.

We appreciate the disrupted start to the regular season, we are hopeful of clearer skies and quick drying in the coming weeks.

Michael Carraro, General Manager, Hunter Valley Football
Joanne Davies, General Manager, Macquarie Football
Chris Brain, General Manager, Newcastle Football

Memo 25-003, 22 May 2025
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Hi all Coaches and Managers,
I've been contacted by the President of the Warners Bay AFL Club at Feighan Oval, Warners Bay. It's come to my attention that a young team is currently training there.
Please be aware that until training slots are officially allocated, our only approved training venues are Lakelands Oval and Hillsborough Oval.
Crucially: Players and coaches are not covered by insurance if training takes place anywhere other than these designated locations, unless prior approval has been explicitly granted. Training at Feighan Oval has not been approved.
Let's ensure we respect other sporting codes and maintain good relationships. We wouldn't want AFL teams using our John St. grounds without permission.
Thanks for your cooperation.
Nathan Aurisch
President

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Our team ID and Registration Day is on Sunday 2 February 2025 at John Street Oval. Please see the following time frames for when you should attend.

U6: 8am
U7: 8.45am
U8 - U9: 9.30am
U10 - U11: 10.30am
U12 - U14: 11.30am
U15 - U18: 12.30pm

All players should attend to ensure they are sized for new team shirts.

Registrations can be paid for and completed online, once the Team ID has concluded on the day.
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The Presentation Day will be held on Saturday 28 September 2024 at John Street Fields.

Rides and Amusements from 10am - 2pm.
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Bring your rugs, gazebos and picnic lunches to join in the family fun on the fields.
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2015 Under 10 - starring current Australian players Lara Gooch and Chloe Walandouw

Trophy Presentation and Collection

At the following approximate times:
0900 - 0945 Under 6 and 7
0945 - 1025 Under 8 and 9
1025 - 1100 Under 10 and 11
1100 - 1120 Under 12 and 13
1120 - 1140 Under 14 and 15
1140 - 1200 Under 16, 17 and 18
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2022 Under 17 A Grade

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Do you want to become a referee in 2025? Upcoming courses will make sure you're prepared to enter the rewarding world of refereeing. 
Whether you're a player, past player, parent, club volunteer or new to the game, the NNSWF Referee Department will equip you with all of the knowledge and support you need.
Spend 2025 getting fit, earning good money, develop personal skills and get the best view on the pitch by taking up the whistle. 
With 11 upcoming courses across our NNSWF member zones, there's a spot for everyone to begin their referee career. 
READ MORE HERE

To become a referee, you must be 13 years of age or over and you will need to complete the online C0 Course as well as completing the online and in person C3 Course.  

FIND COURSE DATES HERE
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Questions
Contact Referee Manager Brad Carlin at bcarlin@northernnswfootball.com.au or 02 4941 7200. 

We can't wait to see you referee in 2025!
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Notice is here given for the Annual General Meeting of Warners Bay Football Club Incorporated.

To be held on Monday, 4 November, 2024 at Warners Bay Hotel, cnr Lake and John Streets, Warners Bay from 7pm.

Agenda will include the following items: Minutes of the last AGM, Reports from Executive and Sub Committees, Financial Report, Election of Officers and the following special resolutions to adopt a new constitution.

Special Resolution 1: "​That Warners Bay Football Club Incorporated accept and adopt the NSW Department of Fair Trading Model Constitution as its official constitution, subject to any modifications required by law or deemed necessary by the Committee to suit the specific needs of the Club."
Special Resolution 2: "Upon approval by the members, the Committee is authorised to take all necessary steps to implement this resolution, including but not limited to filing the new constitution with the Department of Fair Trading."

All members of the club are encouraged to attend and support the committee in the future direction of our football programs.
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We have been receiving some queries and feedback seeking clarification about jewellery being worn on the field of play on match day.

A reminder has been issued to our registered match officials, and I urge you to please share this information with your Team Officials and Players:

All items of jewellery must be removed before the start of the match. The use of tape to cover jewellery is not permitted.

All items of jewellery (necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings, leather bands, rubber bands, etc.) are strictly forbidden and must be removed. Using tape to cover jewellery is not acceptable. Referees are also prohibited from wearing jewellery (except for a watch or similar device for timing the match).
However, if in the opinion of the Referee, a medical bracelet or necklace presents no danger, then it may be allowed on the condition that it can be taped or bandaged to the body to provide protection. A medical bracelet can be covered by a tight wrist guard and similarly, a medical necklace can be sufficiently padded.

If a player is discovered to be wearing unauthorised clothing or jewellery during play, the referee must:
  1. Inform the player that the item must be removed;
  2. Order the player to leave the field of play at the next stoppage if he or she is unable or unwilling to comply; 
  3. Caution the player if he or she wilfully refuses to comply or, having been told to remove the item, is discovered to be wearing the item again. If play is stopped to caution the player, an indirect free kick must be awarded to the opposing team from the position of the ball when play was stopped.

Rachel Sager
Match Official Appointments Officer
T: 02: 49530800
E: rsager@macquariefootball.com
W: www.macquariefootball.com.au
Suite 7/149 Ambleside Circuit Lakelands 2282
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Life Member Mark Keeping presents Nathan Aurisch with his Life Member badge

Thank you to the few who attended our Annual General Meeting on Mon 4 November at our major sponsor Warners Bay Hotel.

We heard from President Nathan about a very tough year for him personally and how much he is looking forward to next season. Our Treasurer Mark presented the financials and explained the books are in a healthy position.

​We approved a new constitution. Our constitution is now the NSW Dept Fair Trading Model Constitution. This means as laws change, our constitution keeps up with them. It has also simplified our election process. We only need to elect 4 Executive positions and 3 or more General Committee. The Committee will appoint members to roles as deemed necessary.

We elected the Committee for 2025. President: Nathan Aurisch, Vice President: Brett Urbanowicz, Secretary: Ian Cowling, Treasurer: Mark Keeping, General Committee: Craig Koosmen, Michael Cleary, Jeremy Loades, and Troy Hooker.

We thanked Dan Carter for his dedication to the Match Day Coordinator role over recent years, and Brendan Albury for his two years as Secretary. We wish them and their families all the very best.

We conferred Life Membership on our President Nathan Aurisch. Nathan goes far beyond his expected responsibilities in answering all emails, calls and clubhouse enquiries. We appreciate your dedication and devotion to our Club and the Community it serves. Congratulations!
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Warners Bay FC will hand back the NPLW Licence to Northern NSW Football at the completion of the 2024 Season. The decision comes after a thorough evaluation of the resources and infrastructure required to successfully manage a premier league program in our rapidly growing women's football landscape. The club ultimately found itself unable to meet the increasing demands and criteria associated with managing a Premier program, including volunteers and financial requirements, without impacting the Community Football program.

WBFC has been approached by several other Premier Clubs, however Northern NSW Football's preference was to keep it in the Lake Macquarie region and they have entered into discussions with Lake Macquarie City FC.  

Warners Bay Women have enjoyed a rich history of success. The Panthers were 2017 and 2018 NNSWF Women’s Premier League premiers and won the grand final in 2016, having been beaten in the 2017, 2018 and 2020 deciders. The club also won the NPL Women’s NNSW double in 2022 as they were crowned premiers and champions following a 4-2 victory over Newcastle Olympic in the grand final.

We want to acknowledge the significant contributions of all our players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters that have led to a very successful period of women's football at Warners Bay. Warners Bay FC will continue to focus on our core business which is to give those girls and boys an environment to enjoy and play football. 

We understand that this transition may be difficult for many, and we want to assure everyone involved that this decision was not made lightly. We are committed to supporting the players, coaches, and staff affected by this change. Lake Macquarie City FC has expressed their openness to welcoming a majority of Warners Bay FC players and staff who wish to continue competing at the premier league level.

This transition presents an opportunity to further strengthen women’s football in the Lake Macquarie area and build upon the foundation laid by Warners Bay FC.

Lake Macquarie City will remain subject to the same application process for JDL Boys and Girls competitions as all other clubs.

Nathan Aurisch
​President
Warners Bay Football Club