NEW SOUTH WALES NETBALL ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTICE OF THE NOVEMBER COUNCIL MEETING

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1 NEW SOUTH WALES NETBALL ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTICE OF THE NOVEMBER COUNCIL MEETING Notice is hereby given that a Council Meeting of the New South Wales Netball Association Limited will be held on Saturday 7 November 2009 at the Dooley s Club, John Street, Lidcombe commencing at the conclusion of the Extra Ordinary Meeting. (a) Apologies A G E N D A (b) Confirmation of the minutes of the Council meeting held on Tuesday 11 August 2009 (c) Business arising from the minutes of the Council meeting held on Tuesday 11 August 2009 (d) Notices of Motion a. Proposed changes to Championship & Competition Rules as attached b. MOVED Samantha Dawes (City Of Sydney) seconded Suzanne Simpson (City of Sydney) that for the 2010 grading of the competition in the 15 years, 14 years and 13 years age groups in Championships the top two teams from Division 2-14 years, 13 years and 12 years in 2009 be elevated. The number of teams to be relegated from the Championship age groups be sufficient to maintain a maximum of 22 teams (including the two elevated teams) in each of the Championship Divisions. - Rationale for the above motion is attached (e) (f) (g) (h) Elections Correspondence Business arising from Correspondence Applications for Membership - Presentation from Gosford, Woy Woy and Wyong re affiliation of Central Coast (i) Reports: Board of Directors Finance General Manager s Operational Report Page 1 of 37

2 (j) (k) Any Other Reports General Business Michele Murphy Director State Administration 9 October 2009 Page 2 of 37

3 PREVIOUS MINUTES A copy of the Minutes from the Council Meeting held 11 August 2009 is attached pages 4 to 9. Page 3 of 37

4 NEW SOUTH WALES NETBALL ASSOCIATION LIMITED MINUTES OF THE AUGUSTCOUNCIL MEETING Held on Tuesday 11 August 2009 at Dooleys Club, John Street, Lidcombe commencing at 6.45pm. Present: Directors: W. Archer AM, R. Watson, M. Murphy, J. Hahn, R. Havrlant, L. Quinn, C. Murphy, C. Campbell (General Manager) Delegates: M. Leonard (Bankstown) D. Howard (Bankstown) K. Mellenbergh (Bathurst) C. Aird (Baulkham Hills) L. Wearne (Baulkham Hills) S. Marks (Blacktown) E. Godkin (Blue Mountains) M. Bourke (Brunswick Byron) R. Bracken (Camden) K. Thomas (Camden) V. Cochrane (Cessnock) D. Pascoe (Charlestown) S. Dawes (City of Sydney) H. Atzemis (City of Sydney) A. Doring (Eastwood Ryde) J. Watt (Eastwood Ryde) L. Simpson (Gosford) P. Fitzpatrick (Gosford) J. Webster (Grafton) T. Chalk (Hawkesbury) V. Bertenshaw (Hawkesbury) Lyn Burgess (Hills) J. Thompson (Hills) B. Pope (Kuring-gai) J. Perry (Kuring-gai) M. McGrath (Lakeside) L. Taylor (Maitland) B. Bird (Maitland) H. Dean (Manly) M. Hauser (Manly) B. Lee (Mt. Druitt) C. O Donnell (Mt. Druitt) G. Urquharts (Nelson Bay) A. Saunders (Newcastle) E. Monaghan (Newcastle) M. Paterson (Northern Suburbs) L. Welfare (Parramatta/Auburn) J. Gillett (Penrith) B. Olsen (Penrith) L. Morgan (Quirindi) M. Kelly (Randwick) C. Hicks (Randwick) M. Caddies (Singleton) H. Andrews (St. George) M. Bettini (Sutherland) V. Morris (Sutherland) L. Bonnett (Taree) Y. Richardson (Taree) M. Allen (Westlakes) M. Chilvers (Westlakes) C. Baiton (Young) Life Members: M. Dunn OAM, M. Corbett, N. Matthews OAM Observers: J. Peare (Hawkesbury) Page 4 of 37

5 Returning Officer: Les Turner The President declared the meeting open at 7.00pm 1. Apologies: P. Weston OAM (Life Member) V. Curren OAM (Illawarra) C. Lear (Illawarra) J. Baskerville (Mudgee) K. Halcrow (Inner West) L. Blackmore (Inner West) D. Breust (Queanbeyan) A. Schutt (Nelson Bay) K. Booth (Blacktown) J. Pike (Baulkham Hills) E. Konza (Blue Mountains) S. Fitzgerald (Lakeside) K. Fullagar (Life Member) M. Boyle (Life Member) N. Kenny OAM (Life Member) K. Whiteley (Liverpool) E. Lawler (Liverpool) T. Field (Northern Subs) MOVED Grafton seconded M. Dunn (Life Member) that apologies be accepted CARRIED 2. Announcements W. Archer (President) Congratulations to Swifts players Catharine Cox, Susan Pratley and Kimberley Green who have been selected into the Australian Squad. Congratulations also to Courtney Tairi, who has gone to the World Youth Cup as part of the Australian 21 and Under team. Commiserations to Kim Borger who was unfortunately unable to travel due to injury. Pat Weston (Life Member) has broken her wrist and we wish her a speedy recovery. Congratulations to Paula Peralta on gaining her Advanced Coaching accreditation. Congratulations to Shantelle Rennie (Penrith), Emma Davey (Eastwood/Ryde) and Peta Ingall (Cessnock) on gaining their National A umpiring badges. Helen George and Clare McCabe have been appointed to the World Youth Cup Umpiring Pool. The following umpires have been appointed to the ANL Umpiring Pool Jemma Carlton (Manly/Warringah), Peta Quinn (Baulkham Hills), Tara Gregory (Eastwood/Ryde), Shantelle Rennie (Penrith), Emma Davey (Eastwood/Ryde) and Tara Warner (Fairfield). The following umpires were invited to attend Australian Schoolgirls Championship Tara Warner (Fairfield), Rebecca McKinnon (Kuringai) and Sarah Sandstrom (St George) Congratulations to all the above for representing NSW 3. Minutes of the Council meeting held on 12 May 2009 Corrections : - Nil MOVED Eastwood Ryde seconded Bankstown that the minutes of the Council meeting held on 12 May 2009 be adopted CARRIED Page 5 of 37

6 4. Business arising from the minutes of the Council meeting held on 12 May 2009 W. Archer (President) attended 40 th birthday celebrations at Northern Suburbs congratulations to all members Young could we have an update on Hastings Valley building? o M. Murphy (Director State Administration) the offenders have been caught and charged and Hastings are currently pursuing their insurance claim to re-build 5. Correspondence 6. Reports M. Murphy (Director State Administration) daily correspondence lists from 8 May 2009 to 10 August 2009 as tabled MOVED M. Murphy (Director State Administration) seconded Young that correspondence as tabled for the period 8 May 2009 to 10 August 2009 be accepted CARRIED Board of Directors Report M. Murphy (Director State Administration) Constitution Forum was held and resulting notes and presentation are now uploaded to Netball NSW website. W Archer thanked members for attending. Board is reviewing some of the issues raised. Rules Forum was very well attended, W Archer reported that the Board will discuss the outcomes from that Forum at its next meeting on Tuesday 18 August. A further Rules Forum to be held in September so that further input can be sought from District Associations date to be advised Waratah Cup/State League 2010 dates as advised will note Waratah Cup will commence earlier but all nominations will close for all divisions on 5 February 2010 State Dinner to be held on 7 November, Newcastle - Newcastle has ed all Districts completely rebutting the allegation that Newcastle had mislead Council regarding its Netball NSW Association Affiliation Fee, dated 7 January, received and paid 12 January. o M Murphy (Director State Administration) responded, clarifying that the correction detailed in the Board report related to information provided by Newcastle and detailed in their motion that their affiliation form was received prior to 1 January clearly the form as signed and received in March shows this to be incorrect. Page 6 of 37

7 MOVED M. Murphy (Director State Administration) seconded N. Matthews OAM (Life Member) that the Board of Directors Report be accepted CARRIED Finance Report J. Hahn (Director Finance) J. Hahn (Director Finance) Currently members registered on the NMAS system. Again remind all Associations that we need the names entered onto the system as soon as possible to support insurance requirements. MOVED J. Hahn (Director Finance) seconded Charlestown for adoption of the Finance Report CARRIED General Manager s Operational Report C Campbell (General Manager) highlighted a number of handouts available for delegates including brochure on Biennial Conference to be held on February 2010 Also noted was information from the Office of Fair trading detailing changes to legislation for associations. A representative from the Office of Fair Trading will address the February State Conference to brief members on the changes and answer any questions. St George - page 45 of meeting papers regarding ANL dates: every other state has one weekend only, why is NSW s dates spread over two weeks? o C. Campbell (General Manager) due to inclusion of Singapore in competitions and them playing midweek, it is relatively central for Sydney to fit in with others schedules. o W Archer (President) further advised that as NSW is fielding two teams, we need to continue supporting the ANL league to ensure that the maximum number of players have the chance to compete at national level. Young note volunteer certificates are being sent out next month but this is too late for presentations at grand final day as most Associations will finish their competitions by end August could we not receive these certificates by July each year? o General Manager will investigate and come back to you Young is there any recommendation from the Board regarding the number of teams in each division for State Age in 2010 with four venues? o W. Archer (President) numbers have not yet been determined by the Board but will do so at the Board meeting being held next week and advise will be sent to all Districts Baulkham Hills note reference to Lorraine Lea Linen shirts for all umpires who were badged in 2008 were these received and who by? Page 7 of 37

8 o R. Frazer (Game Development Manager) NA sent shirts direct to newly badged umpires from 2008 o Baulkham Hills was this all national badged umpires? R. Frazer (Game Development Manager) will check with NA and advise Hawkesbury received Nat B badged last year and did received a shirt from NA MOVED Grafton seconded Charlestown for the adoption of the General Manager s Operational report CARRIED Other Reports Appeals Panel Report as tabled MOVED R. Watson (Vice President) seconded Sutherland for the adoption of the Appeals Panels report as tabled CARRIED Discipline Tribunal Report as tabled MOVED N. Matthews (Life Member) seconded St. George for the adoption of the Discipline Tribunal report as tabled CARRIED 9. General Business Historical Committee Report Lyn Burgess (Convenor) as read Very pleased with 80 th anniversary plans. Have been gathering old uniforms, some from as far back as After June meeting, the Historical Committee sent out a letter to all associations seeking memorabilia to copy and be returned. The Committee is desirous of having NSW as well as other associations. It is not too late to submit memorabilia or provide documentation/clarification of historic events. The Historical Committee is hoping to develop a resource which could be accessed by other associations, not just Netball NSW. They have requested other associations to submit their 2009 annual report as a historic resource. MOVED L. Burgess seconded M. Dunn OAM (Life Member) for the acceptance of the Historical Committee Report CARRIED Kuringai - Following up on a letter sent in June to NNSW re 2008 submission regarding the future of State Age Championships. o M. Murphy (Director State Administration) replied that she has been able to find a hard copy of the report and it will be posted out. Newcastle noted congratulations to Lyn Burgess on her OAM. Page 8 of 37

9 MOVED Newcastle seconded Blue Mountains that the OAM granted to Lyn Burgess be acknowledged and that Lyn be congratulated. CARRIED Newcastle- has the Board met with Cessnock Netball Association regarding a recent advertisement in their local paper regarding another Association in the area? o General Manager - have actively corresponded with and met Cessnock District Association and Cessnock Council. The other team has registered its name as a legal association through a lawyer. They have been informed in writing by Netball NSW that they are not an Association under NSW Netball constitution. Support has been offered on an ongoing basis for Cessnock and we will continue to assist where we can Neita Matthews (Life Member) asked if Council had formally recognised Illawarra s anniversary and its publication of book of its history. o W Archer confirmed that Illawarra had been formally recognised. W. Archer (President) extended her good wishes to those Districts participating in State League finals across all divisions. The President declared the meeting closed at 7.40pm Page 9 of 37

10 BUSINESS ARISING Page 10 of 37

11 NOTICES OF MOTION Please find enclosed the following documentation containing Motions for your consideration:- a) Proposed changes to Championship & Competition Rules - Transmitted as a separate document b) City of Sydney Transmitted as a separate document Page 11 of 37

12 ELECTIONS At the time of compiling these papers there were no nominees for vacant positions however should there be any received they will be advised accordingly. Page 12 of 37

13 CORRESPONDENCE There are no items of correspondence for this meeting however the Director, State Administration will table the register for the last period. APPLICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP Presentation from Gosford, Woy Woy and Wyong re affiliation of Central Coast Page 13 of 37

14 REPORTS Pages 15 to 20 Board Report Pages 21 to 22 Finance Pages 23 to 35 General Manager s Operational Report Page 36 Historical Committee Report Page 14 of 37

15 New South Wales Netball Association Board of Directors Report to November Council Meeting ANZ CHAMPIONSHIPS Congratulations to Julie Fitzgerald who has been appointed Head Coach of the NSW Swifts for The team is in a rebuilding phase after many of our established players retired over the last couple of years, but we are confident that our 2010 team will continue the strong oncourt performances of the Swifts. We are exceedingly pleased to announce the signing of English international Sonia Mkoloma who will enhance and provide strength in our defensive lineup. Other confirmed signings to day are our Captain Catherine Cox, Kim Green, Kim Borger, Courtney Tiari and Susan Pratley. We are looking forward to a great 2010 and hope all members will continue to support our great team, the NSW Swifts RULES FORUM The Board would like to thank those members and Association representatives who attended the second rules forum on 3 September From this, as can be seen in these meeting papers, the review of our rules for Championships & Competitions have undergone significant and positive change and we would commend to you the complete package of changes for your adoption and implementation for REVIEW OF REGIONAL ACADEMIES We have in recent months, commissioned a formal review of the regional academies and our commitment to them and how they fit within our player pathway. The Board has now received the report and is currently reviewing the recommendations put forward. To date the Board has agreed to maintain the status quo for 2010 pending further review of the recommendations for STATE/STATE AGE 2010 As advised a couple of years ago, we will be staging our State Age Championships in 2010 across four venues with a division of each age group at each venue. This is a major step in the staging of these ever growing championships and will rely heavily on our Committee and District volunteers from our host Associations to ensure its success. The Board discussed at length the implementation of the four venue structure in 2010, being the first year, and has made the decision that there would be no promotion/relegation in 2010 based on 2009 results. The basis for this decision is the requirement for a maximum of 22 teams in the Championship and divisions 2 and 3 under the four venue structure. It would seem to create undue hardship for teams. The Board appreciates that in hindsight, this decision should have been made prior to the 2009 Championships and communicated at that time and apologises for this oversight, however believes that this decision remains in the best interest of our age-based competition. Page 15 of 37

16 As an example, if we take the Championship division, to allow for the 20 teams in this division in 2010, teams will be relegated to division 2. If we then allow automatic promotion of the winning and runners up teams in division 2, this would mean teams 19 and 20 being relegated as well from the Championship division and teams 27 and 28 being promoted based purely on 2009 results. This was seen as being a mis-application of the rule for 2010 but for 2011 and onwards, the two-up/two-down rule will again be in play. MEETING WITH MEMBERS OF NA BOARD AND NA CEO The NSW Board will be meeting with members of the NA Board and CEO on Tuesday 10 November to discuss several strategies put forward by NA to each MO. These include: One Brand strategy Communication strategy Sponsorships NNSW has also requested discussion regarding the future of the AIS program and its impact on the national competitions FEES 2010 After much deliberation, the Board has endorsed the recommendation from our Finance Director for a $2 increase across the player membership categories for This increase will ensure our continuing ability to provide the standard of services our members have come to expect whilst supporting those presenters and volunteers who undertake to directly provide these services. We commend the adoption of this increase to Council. The Board would also advise that as from 2011, there will be one category of affiliation for all District Associations and based on this, there will be one affiliation fee of $250, again payable for the 2011 calendar year. NNSW CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 2010 Plans are well underway for our bi-annual conference being held on 20/21 February The full conference agenda will shortly be published and all members, coaches, umpires and officials are encouraged to participate in the conference, and attend the dinner on Saturday night. REPORTS FROM DIRECTOR S PORTFOLIO S The following report from Director s as Convenors of various subcommittees and Panels as appointed under the Constitution, are attached: Appointments Panel Wendy Archer (President) Convenor Championships and Competitions Committee Lynn Quinn Convenor Finance Committee John Hahn Convenor Sports Marketing Committee Carol Murphy Convenor Technical Services Strategic Panel Ruth Havrlant Convenor Page 16 of 37

17 Michele Murphy Director State Administration 14 October 2009 REPORTS TO NOVEMBER COUNCIL MEETING APPOINTMENTS PANEL W. ARCHER (PRESIDENT) CONVENOR The following selectors were utilised in the 15 s process conducted over the October long weekend. This was a change from the original appointed selectors due to changes in availability: Robert Wright, Kerrie Walker and Colleen Mitchell. The following appointments have been made for the 2010 State Teams: 17 s and Under Head Coach Lenore Blades Assistant Coach Briony Akle 19 s and Under Head Coach Moira Gaha Assistant Coach Pate Cooper 21 s and Under Head Coach Maria Lynch Assistant Coach Joanne Macdermid. The process was extremely robust and thorough, we received a record number of applicants for the six positions on offer. A very competitive cull had to be utilised with the standard of applicant being very high. The Panel were very pleased with the number of applicants and the quality of applicant. I would take this opportunity to thank Carole Sykes, Julie Fitzgerald, Ray Mouwad and Roz Fraser for their contribution to this appointment process. The appointment of the State Team Managers is not yet complete. An update will be given at the meeting. CHAMPIONSHIPS & COMPETITION COMMITTEE L. QUINN CONVENOR COMMITTEE The committee has only four members this year Helen Andrews, Helen Atzemis, Lyn Bonnett and Yvonne Richardson. Unfortunately Helen Atzemis had an accident at Easter which put her out of action until July. The committee covered all duties with assistance from Helene Herbert, Sam Dawes and Bev Dew. TIMING/SCORING ACCREDITATION From 2010 there will be a national accreditation timing/scoring scheme. There are a number of members who will be automatically upgraded to Level 2 of the new scheme. Planning is underway for courses to be conducted in There will still be the normal approved courses run. DOOLEYS STATE LEAGUE 2009 Despite early problems with getting the competition started the standard of play was very competitive and spectators were assured of good games to watch. Page 17 of 37

18 Proposed new rules are being presented to Council at this meeting for your consideration. FINANCE COMMITTEE J. HAHN CONVENOR At the end of September 2009 we have approx 103,000 registered members on the NMAS data base. This exceeds our budgeted members of 102,000. The Profit and Loss report shows that we are within budget for Current financial result of $1,344, will be reduced by the end of the year once all expenses have been recognized. Netball NSW Competitions State Age Championships and State Championships for 2009 were run at a combined loss of $43, The Board reviewed the costs that will increase in 2010 and beyond with going to a four (4) venue State Age Championship. Infrastructure costs to run the State Age Championships are increasing. The Board views State and State Age Championships as our Flag Ship competitions, however, costs for running both championships are increasing for host Associations and Netball NSW. State and State Age Championships will never run at a break even point financially. We have a responsibility to the wider Netball NSW membership to maintain the loss of the State and State Age Championships at a manageable level. Therefore it is proposed to increase the entry fee for the State and State Age Championships by $30.00 excluding GST per team. State Age Championships. Recommendation. Team entry fee of $ GST $15.00 = $ State Championships Recommendation 1. Team entry fee of $ GST $15.00 = $ State League Region 1. The forecast loss on State League Region 1 in 2009 is $26, The Region 1 State Competition is run over 18 rounds plus the finals series. The current entry fee of $60.00 per player equals $3.33 per game per player. The Board is recommending an increase of $10.00 per player for Region 1 State League Recommendation 1. Per Player fee of $ GST $7.00 = $77.00 per player Night Inter-District. The current entry fee is $ per team. We recommend that the entry fee be changed to a per player based entry fee as Region 1 State League. Recommendation. Per Player fee $ GST $5.00 = $55.00 per player. Regional State League. Recommendation. Current entry fee structure remains in place. Page 18 of 37

19 Proposed Membership Fees The Board recommends the following membership fees structure for Senior Junior Netta Fun Net Non Players PWD Netball $47.45 $34.00 $24.09 $14.27 $19.27 NSW Netball $8.00 $6.00 $5.00 $3.00 $8.00 Australia Sub Total $55.45 $40.00 $29.09 $17.27 $27.27 GST $5.55 $4.00 $2.91 $1.73 $2.73 Total $61.00 $44.00 $32.00 $19.00 $30.00 With the exception of the Non Player fee all categories have amended by $2.00 including GST. The Board is recommending that the Non Player fee not be increased for 2010 and remain as Director Finance. John Hahn. SPORTS MARKETING COMMITTEE C. MURPHY CONVENOR NO MEETINGS HELD SINCE LAST COUNCIL MEETING TECHNICAL SERVICES STRATEGIC PANEL R. HAVRLANT CONVENOR Umpiring UOP to name Associations for 2010 as part of planning. Three other Associations will be named in line with 2009 Metro visits. Academy Challenge was one of the most important programs for Regional Association umpires as along with NIB this is the opportunity for identified regional umpires to be coached in a structured environment. Academy Umpire Program discussion over effectiveness & how programs are implemented Moving forward Maintain programs for Academy & NIB NSW will continue to provide opportunities for umpires 15yrs Development program perfect opportunity for young umpires to be developed. Page 19 of 37

20 Coaching New program From the Bench initiated through COP. Workshops of 1 hour duration run during State League on Saturdays at ACC. Averaged each session. Workshops will be conducted again in Mentoring program was conducted at Saturday State League again implemented by COP committee for 8 weeks. 3 coaches in program positive feedback. Coaching Convenors Manual is being revised. Game Sense Workshop 40 attendees will be conducted again in Development Visits Discussed how Coaching would also implement Metropolitan visits in line with umpiring and offer to 3 targeted Associations. Coaching are updating the website and will now have a Landing page with buttons to areas. Coaching newsletter in conjunction with the website. Discussion held regarding links to other websites that would be helpful to Coaches Discussion regarding assistance for clubs regarding selections and current lack of information on how to select. Discussion regarding a selection package and having an online selection package that Associations/clubs can download. Discussion around content of what mentoring program might look like. Standard forms for mentoring which can then be tailored to each Association. Discussion held about how to distribute & present to Associations. Possibly a CD that is distributed with the Coaching Convenors manual. Also a printed copy. Discussion re a program written by Nicole Smith (Physio at State League) based on Netball Specific injuries & management. Nicole had worked on an overview of injuries that have occurred over the 22 weeks of State League in Page 20 of 37

21 NEW SOUTH WALES NETBALL ASSOCIATION LIMITED PROFIT AND LOSS SUMMARY For the months ended 30 September 2009 ` Jan - Sep Budget 2008 Actuals INCOME Administration Affiliation & Capitation Fees 3,346,388 3,325,174 3,338,079 Capitation fee timing adjustment , Grants 89,523 60, ,875 Sponsorship 120, , ,215 Resource Sales 53,143 50, ,107 Interest 71,831 97, ,181 Other Income 21,086 3,000 7,511 Anne Clark Centre External 80, , ,834 Internal 86, , ,697 Umpiring Accreditation & Badges 64,707 87,437 75,257 Camps 24,750 34,359 25,828 Regional 1, ,068 Coaching Courses & Camps 101, ,753 64,859 School & Net Set Go Programs 59, ,418 63,847 Regional & Metro Link 32,499-44,260 Competitions & Events 446, , ,921 Representative Teams Age Teams 10, ,182 16,368 Australian Netball League 2, ,000 4, ANZ Championship (formerly CBT) 941, , ,742 Total Income 5,554,883 5,596,450 6,767,755 EXPENDITURE Administration Salaries & Superannuation 746,367 1,008, ,954 Insurance 544, , ,577 General Administrative Expenses 358, , ,254 Board & Committees 55,080 54,000 49,206 Marketing & Communications 77, ,000 62,849 Grants 84, , ,284 Resources Sold 26, , ,803 Anne Clark Centre 175, , ,659 Umpiring Accreditation & Badges 44,598 44,640 51,028 Camps 12,384 83,360 21,674 Regional & Other 26,989 40,000 42,451 Coaching Accreditation 94, ,317 77,513 School & Net Set Go Programs 48,587 66,734 91,775 Regional 22,746 28,000 26,337 Competitions & Events 541, , ,717 Game Development Regional Co-Ordinators 110, , ,874 Development Officer ,171 Representative Team Age Teams 132, , ,171 Australian Netball League 68, ,680 88, ANZ Championship (formerly CBT) 1,039,926 1,040,294 1,137,954 Total Expenditure 4,210,127 5,578,105 5,598,909 Profit/(Loss) 1,344,756 18,345 1,168,846 Page 21 of 37

22 ASSETS Cash Assets 3,199,346 Debtors 326,214 Prepayments 209,908 Fixed Assets (at WDV) 530,066 Total Assets 4,265,534 LIABILITIES Creditors 82,019 Income in advance 613,388 Taxes Payable 71,657 Employee Entitlements 114,650 Other Liabilities 35,459 Total Liabilities 917,173 Net Assets 3,348,361 EQUITY Opening Balance Equity 1,227 Retained earnings 2,002,378 Current year profit/(loss) 1,344,756 Total Equity 3,348,361 Page 22 of 37

23 As the curtain starts closing on 2009 and our 80 th Anniversary year we look back at what has been a very challenging year. The success of the Under 21 s and Under 19 s state teams at nationals and the smooth running of Holden State Championships, State Age Championships and Dooley s State League has been a tremendous effort from all players, coaches, staff and volunteers. All those involved have done a wonderful job. The NSW Swifts may be disappointed with their results in 2009 however I know that 2010 will be a very exciting year for everyone. With the signings of some old faces and new blood the NSW Swifts will again be a team to watch throughout 2010.To be a part of the NSW Swifts family ensure to purchase your 2010 NSW Swifts Membership when they go on sale Monday 19 October I would like to take this opportunity to thank all staff. The effort, professionalism and passion that has been displayed by all has been evident in the achievements for Marketing & Communications State League Finals DOOLEYS State League finals series was one of the most exciting on record, with a number of upsets and some nail-biting matches. Together Netball NSW and DOOLEYS celebrated our fabulous athletes and the competition which brings together the states most talented netballers. DOOLEYS will again be the major/naming right partner of State League Division 1 in World Masters Games Dooleys and Netball NSW further developed our partnership by combining forces during this world class event, World Masters Games. DOOLEYS hosted the official netball social event of the tour at the Anne Clark Centre, at which participants, staff and officials came together to enjoy great food, and entertainment. Participation Campaign The Netball NSW Sports Marketing Committee will be introducing a lets play netball campaign to markets in Jan/Feb 2010, which is complimented by the distribution of promotional banners for Associations at the AGM. Aim of the campaign; To drive participants to netball, or return to the game, in a friendly and easy manner. Making netball easily accessible. Elements of the campaign include; Promotional banners for Associations (only for those association who wish to take up the offer, ie not compulsory). The banner includes an area for Association to include their details. Associations may wish to place the logo/phone/address or logo/phone on the banner. Recommended to be placed in high traffic areas to help promote the game and their association, where councils permit. Online a website address which directs interested people to netball via the Netball NSW website. Making it easy to find out about netball and how to play and where! Page 23 of 37

24 Netball NSW Advertising campaign, details are yet to be confirmed, but planned for the month of February th Celebrations Associations across NSW have been hugely supportive of our collective Netball NSW celebrations which highlighted Saturday 4 July which was the date that Netball NSW began back in We have received numerous images and press clippings from Associations who hosted events. They can all be viewed at > About Us > Our 80 th Year. The winners of the cake competition will be announced at the Annual State Dinner. Repucom Reporting Repucom are a sponsorship, media and organisation survey company which provide quality feedback and evaluations. The Australian ANZ Championship teams, together with Netball Australia commissioned a major partners report on the 2009 competition in order to evaluate the performances of the competition and our teams individual. Key take homes; QBE the most highly recognized team sponsor in the ANZ Championship, for the second year in a row Strongest forms of communication with fans are team website and e-newsletters NSW Swifts sold out two 33% of home games (2/6 games) NSW Swifts v Fever was the highest rating regular season round game of the 2009 season (260,006 audience) NSW Swifts feature in three of the ten highest rating games of the year (Swifts v Fever, Firebirds v Swifts [223,723] and Thunderbirds v Swifts [210,327] ) Fixture broadcast across Channel Ten recorded a cumulative audience of 847,000 with a 48% share of voice across all networks The competition experienced a 95% increase in audiences (11.4 million, Australia & NZ) Game Development Council Report Along with the regular programs offered, we have been busy with the Indigenous and Disability programs. On Monday 24 August, Nicole Breust, Emma Koster and Roz Fraser attended the launch of the Indigenous Academy at Dareton in the Riverina. This has taken place in conjunction with AFL. Students from Coomealla High School year 7 were first to be put through their paces with a two hour session in the morning. This session also involved a lifestyle Q&A with Emma Koster. After lunch the yr 8-10 students received a 1 hour skill session. Some of the students in years 8-10 already play netball, however only one or two yr 7 students had played before despite the school attempting to move forward with forming a team. The feedback that has been received after our visit is that the year 7 students now wish to get a team together with the aim of playing against other schools and working towards attending the Koori Carnival in Charlestown in Netball Australia is currently offering the San Remo Net Set Go! program to Special schools throughout Australia. The aim is to offer this to schools near an Association that currently provides the program so there is a link between the school and the Association, so players can Page 24 of 37

25 continue to play at the conclusion of the program if they wish. Each State will coordinate the program with the amount of involvement dependant on available resources. Biala Special School in Ballina has already received their kit. There are approximately 20 children at the school with 8-9 students with moderate to high dependency able to participate. Ballina Association has a Disability competition with currently 2 teams who compete in the mainstream competition. Metropolitan Link Program senior squads 15 June 2009 The Sapphires Squad played the Hunter Academy of Sport in a Pre-match to the NSW Swifts. 21 June 2009 Full Squad training from 9am to 12pm at the Anne Clark Centre July 2009 Metropolitan Link Program three squads competed at NIB Games. 9 August 2009 Metropolitan Link Program training session, assisted with the QBE training clinic and watched the ANL game between the NSW Blues and Singapore with game analysis discussions post match. 23 August 2009 Senior Metropolitan Link Program training was held from 9am to 4pm. 13 September 2009 Players had a training session from 9am 4pm at the Anne Clark Netball Centre. The two final educational sessions were delivered; these were finance and media training. 22 September 2009 Players had their final session for the year from 5:30pm 7:00pm at the Anne Clark Netball Centre. The session consisted of fitness testing by the Sydney Academy of Sport. 8 October 2009 The Metropolitan Link Program Senior squad had an end of year function. The function was held at DOOLEYS Waterview, Silverwater with 45 players and parents attending. During the evening each of the three squads players were presented with a certificate of participation. Nominations for the Metropolitan Link Program staff were opened and closed on the 14 October Player nominations are currently open and close on the 4 November Metropolitan Link Program 15 years squads 26 July yr s Metropolitan Link Program selection trials, 113 players nominated for the program. Page 25 of 37

26 23 August years Metropolitan Link Program training was held from 4pm to 6pm. The players were introduced to the coaching staff and were informed of the teams that they will be competing in at the 15 years Development Weekend on the 3 and 4 October September 2009 The second training session was held at the Anne Clark Netball Centre from 4pm 6pm. 16 September 2009 The third and final training session was held from 6:30pm 8:30pm at the Anne Clark Netball Centre. Players named in the years Metropolitan Link Program are: 15 years Rubies First name Melissa Kristyn Beth Alyssa Annalisa Ainslea Krista Casey Jordan Kelly Laura Tyler 15 years Emeralds First name Sarah Tara Alison Kaitlyn Shauna Rachel Elizabeth Surname Arndell Bennett Chilcott Cook Di Bella Evans Hackenberg Hope Kain Radovanovic Touman Trevitt Surname Caldwell Chilcott Egan Griffin Haretuku Krust McCarthy Page 26 of 37

27 Daniella Jonaya Stephanie Lauren Emma 15 years Sapphires First name Lauren Jade Maree Isabella Rachele Rachel Brianna Brooke Kate Nadia Zoe Rhiannon Kate Oreskovic Phillips Rizoski Stephenson Watts Surname Cantwell Dodds Gibson-Giorgiou Griffin Halpin Hardie Hile Lamb Moore Robertson Scanlon Sloss Coaching Courses Foundation Coaching Courses Association Blue Mountains Singleton Gosford Wyong Manly Warringah Armidale City of Sydney Campbelltown Date 26 July 26 July 26 July 9 August 16 August 16 August 21 & 28 September 10 October Development Coaching Courses Association Date Hills District 2 August Mt Druitt 9 August Baulkham Hills 16 August Page 27 of 37

28 Campbelltown 11 October Presenters and Assessors Course Association Date Netball NSW 2 August Netball Australia 16 August Riverina Indigenous Camp On Thursday the 18 June and Friday the 19 June 2009 Netball NSW hosted a Indigenous Camp for girls age years old at the Borambola Sport and Recreation Centre, Wagga Wagga. Players attended the Camp from Wagga Wagga, Tumut and Griffith. The players went through various skill, educational and Sport and Recreation activities during the two days. NSW Swifts Insiders Series A third Insiders Series Workshop was held on Monday the 15 June 2009 with 50 participants in attendance. Participants received a special treat at this workshop with both Tracey Robinson (NSW Swifts Assistant Coach) and Carol Byers (Melbourne Vixens Assistant Coach) speaking after the match. The final of the 2009 Insider Series Workshops was held on Sunday the 21 June 2009 with 23 participants attending. In total 102 participants attended the NSW Swifts Insiders Series. Active After School Communities Regional Coordinator Netball Education Session On Wednesday the 10 June 2009 the Coaching and Player Development Officer presented a Netball Education session to 15 Australian Sports Commission Regional Coordinators. Advanced Presenter and Coaching Assessor Course On Sunday the 2 August 2009 Carol Byers from Netball Australia presented the new Advanced Coaching course content to up skill a group of Netball NSW presenters. All of Netball NSW Course Presenters where invited into attend the Inclusive coaching component of the advanced course, Jenni Banks presented this component. To conclude the day presenters were taken through the new Netball Australia Assessor training course. From 2010 onwards all Intermediate and Advanced assessors will have to be assessor trained. Netball NSW aims to have all of the Coaching presenters and assessors from Foundation to Advanced assessor trained moving into From the Bench A coaches perspective Netball NSW and the Coaches Operating Panel hosted three from the bench workshops in the Waratah Room at the Anne Clark Netball Centre. Each workshop went for one hour in duration, with a session in the morning and another in the afternoon on the same topic. Page 28 of 37

29 Workshop One: Breaking for the centre pass, was held on the 25 July The presenter was Rhonda Stephenson with ten coaches attending the first session and 20 attending the second. Workshop two: Balancing the goal circle was held on the 8 August The presenter was Margaret Corbett with nineteen attending each session. Workshop three: Challenge of the backline pass was held on the 22 August The first session presenter was Margaret Corbett with fourteen attending and the second session was presented by Rhonda Stephenson with thirteen attending. Netball NSW received very positive feedback from the participants and will be looking at hosting more from the bench sessions in Tall Player Program The Tall Player Program Camp was held on the 21 to the 23 August 2009 at the Sydney Academy of Sport, Narrabeen. Twenty three players from across NSW attended the camp. The players undertook various skill and educational components across the weekend with coaching from Dianne Brown, Maria Lynch, Rebecca Bulley (NSW Swift player) and Maris Lidums (NSWIS strength and conditioning). Catherine Cox (NSW Swift player) spoke to the players about being a tall athlete. The players were very excited and had many questions for her. Feedback from the players has been very positive in regards to the camp program and venue. Selectors Workshop On Sunday the 30 August 2009 Netball NSW hosted a Selector s Workshop from 9am to 12pm at the Anne Clark Netball Centre. Fourteen participants attended the workshop; the participants varied from Association selectors and administrators to aspiring Netball NSW selectors. Active After Schools State Conference Presentation On Wednesday the 9 September 2009 Netball NSW representatives (Rebecca Bulley, Roz Fraser and Nicole Breust) attended the Active After Schools program State conference. At the Conference basic netball coaching skills were presented to approximately 60 Regional Coordinators. The presentation outlined the key netball skills their basic coaching points and common errors with a practical component based on the playing 4 life philosophy (games sense) to conclude. 15 years Development Weekend On the 3 and 4 October 2009 the 15 years Development weekend was held at the Anne Clark Netball Centre. The two day competition saw the following Academy teams compete: Central Cost Academy of Sport Hunter Academy of Sport Illawarra Academy of Sport North Coast Academy of Sport Northern Inland Academy of Sport Page 29 of 37

30 Southern Sports Academy South East Regional Academy of Sport South West Sydeny Academy of Sport Western Region Academy of Sport Western Sydeny Academy of Sport Metropolitan Link Program Rubies Metropolitan Link Program Sapphires Metropolitan Link Program Emeralds Across the weekend great netball was displayed by all players with 40 athletes being named in the Talented Athlete program. Talented Athlete Program The Talented Athlete Program Camp is to be held on the October 2009 at the Sydney Academy of Sport, Narrabeen. Below are the 40 players who were selected to attend the camp: Name Association Name Association Demi Atchison Wyong Tamara Lennon Lismore Sarah Besley WDNA Deandra Males Liverpool Kristy Bewley Penrith Renae Marshall Eurobodalla Emily Bills Ryde Georgia Marshall Penrith Kristina Brice Baulkham Hills Sheridan McLuckie Gosford Melanie Cook Lakeside Yasmin Meakes Newcastle Taylah Davies Illawarra Courtney Moretti Campbelltown Sarah Evans Illawarra Ashleigh MucHugh Shoalhaven Gemma Ferrington Gosford Malia Paseka Fairfield Isabella Gibson-Giorgio Sutherland Claudia Russell Maitland Tahlia Goodwin Grafton Chole Saville Penrith Brianna Hardie Hills District Kate Scholz Baulkham Hills Brooke Hile Hawkesbury Breannan Singman Woy Woy Lisa Hodge Eurobodalla Lauren Stephenson Hills District Ellen Hunter Shoalhaven Paige Stevenson Newcastle Jordan Kain Eastwood Ryde Stacey Talbolt Newcastle Tayla Kay Penrith Tarrantina Tuliloa Liverpool Emilee Lang Bankstown Joanna Whitby Lismore Gemma Larkin Taree & District Lauren Williams Orange Brooke Lawrence Campbelltown Amanda Wood Gosford ANZ Clinics On the 26 September 2009 a ANZ Clinic was held at the Tamworth Netball Association. Two NSW Swift players attended the clinic, with 150 participants. Netball NSW would like to thank the Tamworth Netball Association for their assistance in hosting the clinic. Regional Development Visits Northern Inland Tamworth A Development Visit was held on the 13 and 14 June in Tamworth. The presenter for the Development Visit was Joan Schubert. Ten coaches attended an educational session on Page 30 of 37

31 Saturday evening and 4 coaches were mentored on Sunday during the Regional State League competition. South Coast Queanbeyan A Development Visit was held in Queanbeyan on the 21 June The presenter of the Development Visit was David Shorrocks. Ten Coaches attended the day. West/Central West Forbes A Development Visit was held in Forbes on the 2 August The presenter of the Development Visit was Cate Gardner. Sixteen Coaches attended the day from Bathurst, Cowra, Forbes and Orange Netball Associations. North Coast Coffs Harbour A Development Visit was held on Saturday the 8 August The presenter was Nicole Breust. The visit consisted of two, one hour presentations on footwork and movement skills. A total of thirteen coaches attended. South Coast Shoalhaven A Development Visit was held in Nowra on the 16 August The presenter of the Development Visit was Trish Bowmaker. Twenty coaches attended the visit with the following topics being discussed - goal shooting technique, balancing the court and defence to combat the attacking systems. Hunter Maitland A Development Visit was held on the 23 August The presenter was Vicki Jansen. Seventeen coaches attend the visit which was a forum for Representative Coaches and discussed yearly planning, recovery and getting your team to peak at the right time. Hunter Port Stephens A Development Visit was held on the 8 September The presenter was Rhonda Stephenson. Sixteen coaches attend the visit which focused on circle defence. Hunter Newcastle A Development Visit was held on the 22 September The presenter was Marion Van Munster. The evening focused on attacking skills, specifically looking at the straight lead, change of direction and dodge. Upcoming Events Development Visit Central West/West 25 October South Coast 31 October and 1 November Other Talented Athlete Program Camp 23 and 25 October 17/U Phase I Trials 14 and 15 November Metropolitan Link Program Trials 21 November 17/U Phase II Trials 28 November Page 31 of 37

32 19/U Phase I Trials 29 November Level 1 Courses July November; 11 level 1 Umpire courses, Metropolitan: 3, Regional: 8, with a total of 306 participants. Online Section 1 Theory Exam Results We are very pleased that Netball NSW has welcomed this online resource. Netball NSW will continue to support the online exam. Please be advised Netball NSW will not be offering the paper exam. Netball NSW will be sending associations a list of umpires who have sat the online exam from May November in early December. Section II Exam Section II Exam 7 th September 8 participants registered. No one will be sitting Education Stream. Regional Development Visits Netball NSW has conducted the following Regional Development Visit from July November; Inverell 5 th July Gunnedah 26 July 2009 Leeton 1 August 2009 Bathurst 9 August 2009 Bathurst 23 August Up and coming Development Visits Bowral 31 Oct 1 Nov State League State League for 2010 has come to an end for A big thank you to the Allocations Panel for their assistance with allocations and coaching of umpires. Thank you to Alan Melville who allocated Divisions 5 6 and the UOP committee with their support ensuring all umpires were ready and on time for each game. NID There will be two pools of umpires for NID The Umpires committee will be implementing the Umpires program to Divisions 3 4 for umpires who umpired Saturday State League. Participants will receive theory education and practical coaching. The allocations panel selected a pool of umpires for Division 1 2 from State League Division 3 4 to maintain their standard for SIS/SAS The SIS/SAS Challenge is an annual event contested by most of Australia s State Institute teams. This year teams will be: West Australian Institute of Sport (WAS) South Australian Institute of Sport (SASI) Page 32 of 37

33 Victorian Netball (Victoria) Australian Capital Territory Academy of Sport (ACTAS) Tasmanian Academy of Sport (TAS) New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS) 2 teams The matches will be held on Friday 25 th to Sunday 27 th September. All matches will be played at the Northern Beaches Indoor Stadium, Jacksons Road Warriewood. We are very pleased that Netball NSW has this opportunity offered by the National Director of Umpiring to organise all umpires for this event. We are utilising all our TID umpires for this weekend. 15 Development Weekend All academies were invited to take part in a round robin over the October Long Weekend. Academy umpires were invited to attend and Netball NSW supplied 16 Umpires each day for this event. The Umpires Committee provided coaching for both days. World Masters Games World Masters Games is being held at the Anne Clark Centre from October. We are supplying umpires for 41 teams including NSW Teams, Interstate Teams, South Africa and New Zealand Teams. A big thank you to Dianne Ward and Rachel Hughes for assisting with allocations and overseeing umpiring for World Masters. Congratulations Congratulations to Elise Bryan of Eastwood Ryde and Peta Ingall of Cessnock for obtaining their National A badge. Congratulations to Duncan Lang of Liverpool on being endorsed for his National A badge.. Congratulations to Sharon Kelly who has been selected by IFNA to umpire the 20/20 matches in England and has also been selected to umpire the Test match against New Zealand and England. Sharon has accepted these appointments. At this high level it is an honour to be selected. Sharon is one of the most recognized elite athletes within our State and Country for our sport; she has been a member of Netball NSW for most of her life, and would like to take the time to wish her all the best. Up and Coming Events Rookies Camp- 14 & 15 November 34 participants all ready registered, closing date for this camp is the 2 nd of November NSW State Dinner The 2009 NSW State Dinner, celebrating 80 years will be held on Saturday 7 November at the Anne Clark Centre, the home of Netball. The cost is $90.00 per person, this includes a three course meal and drinks, if you wish to attend please contact Gail Eckert on (02) or geckert@netballnsw.com Page 33 of 37