Beginner Umpires – 2026 Season

Centenary Netball Club (CNC) will be holding an Introduction to Umpiring Session prior to the commencement of the 2026 season.

📍 Location:
Peter Lightfoot Oval – Netball Courts

📅 Date & Time:
To be confirmed (details will be published once finalised)

👟 Who Should Attend?

This session is designed for players and athletes who are beginning their umpiring journey in 2026.

⚠️ This session is compulsory for all beginner umpires.

📝 Pre-Session Requirement

All participants must complete and pass the online Umpiring Exam before attending the session.

👉 Complete the exam at: Netball Learning Centre

🎒 What to Bring

Please arrive prepared with:

• Water bottle
• Hat
• Whistle
• Notebook and pen
• Appropriate sportswear and joggers

💰 Cost

✔ There is no cost to attend this session.

❗ Unable to Attend?

If you are unable to attend the CNC session, Western Districts Netball Association (WDNA) will also be running alternative umpiring sessions.

📅 WDNA Session Dates:
To be advised

📧 Enquiries

For further information, please contact:
centenary.netball@gmail.com

Interested in umpiring for our Day Season Competition?

📧 Please contact us at: umpires@centenarynetball@gmail.com

🏐 Why Become an Umpire?

Our umpires are more than just whistle blowers. They play a vital role in keeping the game fair while ensuring netball is played in a friendly, safe, and enjoyable environment.

You don’t need to be a netball expert to get started — we provide support, training, and guidance to help you build confidence and succeed.

⭐ Benefits of Umpiring

Umpiring offers far more than officiating a game:

• Builds confidence and resilience
• Develops strong knowledge and understanding of the game
• Improves communication skills and fitness
• Provides opportunities to meet other umpires and build lasting connections
• Be part of a vibrant and supportive netball community

✅ What Do You Need to Become an Umpire?

📝 Education & Registration

• Create a profile on Netball Learning and complete the online umpiring exam
• Minimum 70% pass mark required
• Website: Netball Learning Centre
• Be a registered member of:
• Centenary Netball Club, or
• Western Districts Netball Association (WDNA), or
• Netball Queensland
• No minimum age to start
• Recommended from 11–12 years and older
• Must be confident applying the rules of netball

🎓 Beginner Introduction to Umpiring Course

• All beginner umpires must attend an Introduction to Umpiring Course
• CNC will conduct this course prior to the start of the season (before fixtures commence)

🏐 Umpiring Attire & Equipment

• White shirt or CNC Umpiring Shirt
• Dark or white shorts/skirt
  (Players may wear their umpiring shirt over their playing uniform)
• Whistle
• Hair tie (to assist with centre pass direction)

📋 Administration Requirements

• Statement by a Supplier form (ATO)
• Working with Children (Blue Card) – required if you are 18 years or older

🚀 Beginning Your Umpiring Journey

1. Read and familiarise yourself with the Rules of Netball
2. Complete and pass the Online Umpiring Exam
3. Contact the CNC Umpiring Convenor to express your interest
4. Attend the Beginner Introduction to Umpiring Course
5. Gain experience by practising at training sessions
• Speak with your coach about umpiring games at training
6. Rosters are completed weekly
• Please advise the Umpiring Convenor of your availability
7. All umpires must arrive 10 minutes prior to their allocated game time

💰 Umpiring Payments & Accreditation

Payments are based on accreditation level:

• Trainee: $15 per game
• WDNA Accredited: $25 per game
• National C Badge: $30 per game
• National B Badge: $35 per game

📘 Useful Resources

Download the Rules of Netball:
INF-RulesofNetball2020

Umpiring Pathways & Accreditation Information:
umpiring-accreditation