01 >Annual Report06 Special Moments Contents CONTENTS SPECIAL MOMENTS › › › › › › › › › › Commonw › › › › › › › › › › › Australian Team 06CTfxueadNtalAsrlaCnat 15 2006 CBTfixture andNetballAustralia Contacts mie 11 13 10 12 7 4 1 3 11 6 9 The y Important Players 5 Commonwealth BankTrophy National Membership Administration System (NMA) Umpires Showcasing Netball Junior Teams andNationalNetballChampionships A Supporting ourAthletes Developing theWorld ofNetballandNMA Netball’s Market Share andImportant Players Board ofDirectors 2006 theYear thatwas….. G Special Moments P Joanne Mor Shar Wendy Jacobsen claimsher100thCBTcap inthePreliminary Final Raegan Jacksonclaimsher100thCBTcap inRound8 Kris Selina Gilsenanclaimsher100thCBTcap inRound8 Liz Ellisclaimsher150thCBTcap inRound6 Alison Br guest appearance withtheAISDarters Natalie Avellino plays100thCBT match, returning from New Zealandfor a Jane Searle resigns asAssistant Coachattheendof2006 El 22ndJuly incentre court alongside sister, Natalie Laura von Bertouch debutagainst NZinHoldenNetballTest Series. international netballafter theCommonwealth Games Alison Broadbent, Peta Scholz,JanineIlitch andNatalie Avellino retire from Michael Jones(Massage Therapist) retires after theCommonwealth Games Dr L Wayne Rodgers (Physiotherapist) retires after theCommonwealth Games Commonwealth Games Janine Ilit Shar Susan F Susan Pratley debutvs Wales. 17thMarch –Commonwealth Games t asi ebl 2 oals inNetball o ero xetto o h utainNtalTa 8 Year ofExpectation for theAustralian NetballTeam eta Scholzclaimsher 150thCBTcap inRound7 oise Southby-Halbishr the CBTf t yn Thew retires after theCommonwealth Games ear thatwas-T elle McMahonclaimsher 150th CBTcap in Round10 ell en Heinrichclaimsher100thCBTcap inRound5 e uhrmann debutv ealth BankTrophy (CBT) McMahon claims75thcap vs Samoa.21st March – oadbent claims150thCBTc ch claims50thc gan claimsher100thCBT c or theQueenslandFir ribut etir es, Awar s ap vs England.25thMarch – W es from netball priorto the2006CBTseason al es. 17thMarch –Commonwealth Games ds ebir ap inRound14 ds ap inRound1aft er makingar 14 eturn › › › › › › As asportwe value: › › › › › › › › Our success willbemeasured by: Key Performance Indicators › › › › › Long T › › › › › Key ResultAreas they seek. health, recognition, achievement, involvement, satisfaction, orotheroutcomes opportunity to participate in the sportofnetballinawaythatbringsthemgood ’s key goalisto ensure thatallAustralians have the Key Goal Goals inNetball our volunteers, officialsandadministrators innovation, enterprise andcreativity our financialindependenc our commercial andlegal responsibilities our role inpromoting healthylifestyles our l communications campaign, ITandHRsystems andinsurance scheme Achievement ofstrategic initiatives includingconstitutional review, Budget measur Quality ofrelationships withmembers, partners, government Brand recognition ticket sales Achie Satisfaction measures Compliance withsetstandards P protected andnurtured to ensure anongoinglegacy for allnetballmembers Ensure thattheinheritance andfundamental strength ofthesportis sound busines Expand theoperational capacity andefficiencyoftheorganisation through in ac Build allegiance to thesportthrough strong brand promotion andmarketing registered players, coaches andofficials W Ensur T To deliver highqualityservice andsupportto members To increase thestrength andprofile ofNetballAustralia’s elite events retention To increase community participation,membership recruitment andmember International competitions To develop aneffective highperformance program thatdelivers success in o erf ork withSt deliv ormanc eading r oor v e erm Objectives ements ofsett er efficientandeff the c dinat e ontinued success ofourAustralian representative teams at ol ed nationaleff in benchmarke s e e es and financialmanagement and Territory members to increase themembership levels of in Aus argets inmembership recruitment, TVratings and tr GOALS INNETBALL alian sportingandsociallif ectiv e ort v e ents national operations e 2006 THE YEAR THAT WAS….. BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ PROFILES

2006 The year it was... Board of Directors’ Profiles

A Year of Changes Management

It has been a year of change across a range of business specific marketing and promotional campaign. Finals Marilyn Melhuish, OAM, President & Chairperson Ann West, Director areas that has set Netball Australia on a new path for the attendances were down 30% on 2005. Director: 15 May 1999 – 29 April 2006 Director: 30 April 2005 – 29 April 2006 future. Netball Australia identified that declining membership Noeleen Dix, President Lydia Dowse, Director I would like to acknowledge the previous President and and the increasing range of sporting choices for young Qualification: Diploma of Education Qualifications: BA (Hons), LLB, MA (Sports Chair of the Board, Marilyn Melhuish OAM, and thank her players, needed to be addressed if netball is to prosper as Experience: Program Manager Competition - 2006 Management for the work that she did on behalf of the Association a national sport. At grassroots level, Netball Australia Commonwealth Games; General Manager - 1997 World Experience: CEO of Athlete Development during her term. developed a Junior Netball Policy and is currently Basketball Championships (Under 22 Men); Sport Manager Australia; Lecturer in Event Management Law introducing the “Net-Set-Go” program, in support of the 1995 Australian Masters Games; General Manager 1990 World at Melbourne University Sports Studies Industry Advisory Group The CEO, Lindsay Cane resigned from the organisation in significant role that junior game development plays as the Netball Championships; Executive Officer All Australia Netball at Deakin University; Sports Lawyer and Manager; Senior May and her resignation coincided with a Board review on lifeblood of the sport in this country. Association; Executive Officer Victorian Netball Association; Manager Events Corporation; Senior the best location for the national headquarters. After Inaugural Executive Commissioner VNA State League; 1995- Manager Victorian Major Events Company; Organising considering the options and being offered the opportunity A bid has been submitted to the International Federation 1998 Trustee Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre; Committee 2002 WWE Global Warning Tour Organising to enter a partnership with the AFL and the Victorian of Netball Associations (IFNA) to host the 2011 World 1990-1994 Chairperson Australian Netball Coaching Committee, 2003 IRB Rugby World Cup (Melbourne matches); Government, the Netball Australia Board decided to Netball Championships in Melbourne. Singapore is the Organising Committee 2004 Melbourne Winter Masterpieces relocate the headquarters to Melbourne. only other bidding nation. A decision is expected by IFNA Committee; State (1976 -82) and Australian Netball Player (1981-82) Organising Committee; 2005 FIG Artistic Gymnastics World at the 2007 Congress in November. Championships; Australian and New Zealand Sports Law The business of Netball Australia has been Director appointed: April 2002 to April 2005; reappointed 29 April 2006 Association – ANZSLA Chairperson of the ANZSLA Conference conducted from offices in Sydney, Parramatta The delivery of the national merchandise and licensing Organising Committee for conference, 2001. Member of and Harris Park in NSW over the last 28 years, program has attracted widespread praise. the Western Australian Soccer Task Force, 2000 so this decision marks the end of an era for Negotiations continue with the retail Lindsay Cane, Chief Executive Officer & Company Secretary Director appointed: 1 October 2005 Netball Australia. distributors to ensure that high visibility, Director: 1 January 2004 – May 2006 increased distribution, and exposure of Pam Smith, Director Corporate governance continued to be a the product and the Netball Australia Lyn Clark–Duff, Finance Director Qualifications: Master of Arts (Politics)Bachelor of Arts specific focus of the Board and a new brands continues in 2007. Qualifications: Fellow of the Institute of Chartered (Politics and History) constitution was adopted in September. A Accountants in Australia Fellow of the Taxation Institute of Experience: CEO Young Achievement Australia; Vice President national strategic forum was held on the Netball Australia’s commercial partners Australia. Registered Auditor and Tax Agent. Justice of the – Eastwood Ryde Netball Association; Trustee – Parramatta same weekend with our member again provided tremendous support to the Peace. Certified Financial Planner. Stadium Trust. National Executive Director of AANA (1990- organisations and other stakeholders, game. Thank you to the Commonwealth Experience: Chartered Accountant and Financial Planner in 2003); Vice President of International Federation of Netball providing a vision and platform for the Bank, ASIC’s, Holden, X-Blades, Bendon, the practice, Finance Director of AANA, Finance Director of NNL; AssociationLtd (2003-2005). Director AANA (1995-2003, 2006); future direction of our sport. Athletes’ Foot and our new partner in 2006, AANA Management Committee, Former Director of National Netball League Pty Ltd; Former Gatorade. Director appointed: 9 October 1992 to 14 July 1996 and The Australian Team had a mixed year Secretary of Asian Federation of Netball Associations; Former reappointed 4 October 1996 Director of Commonwealth Games Association. Former of results. They achieved a Silver Medal Local, state and the federal governments are in an exciting and inspirational final Director of Australian Commonwealth Games Foundation relied upon for the growth of the sport, and the Marjory Kerslake, Director Director appointed: 29th April 2006 against New Zealand at the Melbourne 2006 support of these bodies is greatly appreciated by Qualifications: Physical Education Diploma. Certificate of Commonwealth Games in March. Four months later, the Netball Australia. In particular I would like to Education (Uni of Tas) Tasmanian Teachers Certificate; MPO two rivals met again claiming a win each. The series was thank the Federal Government for their tremendous Experience: Director of AANA, Director of NNL, President of Jan Sutherland, Director awarded to New Zealand on a goal count back. The July support of Netball Australia through the Australian Sports Tasmanian Netball, Tasmanian Umpiring Director, AANA tests were magnificent occasions, attracting 9,600 Qualifications: Bachelor Education (P.E) Diploma of Teaching Commission and the Australian Institute of Sport Council Delegate and UDC representative, (Secondary) Graduate Diploma in Applied Science (Recreation spectators in Brisbane and 10,400 in Sydney. programs. Senator Rod Kemp announced his retirement Director appointed: 15 May 1999 Planning and Management) from the Parliament and as Minister for Sport and the Experience: CEO - SA Sports Federation Australia claimed their first series win in New Zealand Arts. I would like to thank him for the support and Katrina O’Sullivan, Director Member - 10th and 11th Australian Masters Games Advisory since 2001 in the three-test series in October, going friendship that he has shown to netball during his five Qualifications: Bachelor of Business (Administrative Board. Member - Volunteers Ministerial Advisory Group (SA someway towards avenging their losses to New Zealand year term. earlier in the year. Management) University of SA . Diploma for Institute of Government). Member - Service Skills SA Board and Rec. and Professional Secretaries and Administrators. Fellow – Sport Committee. Member - National RTO Reference Group The impending move to Melbourne and the appointment in Our Australian 21 and Under Team posted resounding Australian Institute of Office Professionals. (Sport and Recreation). Director of AANA (2000-2004); Director November of new CEO, Kate Palmer is an exciting new Experience: Director of AANA, Director of Netball , victories against New Zealand in their two-test series in direction for the organisation. But it has also meant that of NNL; Member of AANA Board and Council; Executive July. Administrative Officer SANA, Member of SANA Board, NDC, Council and MOUT; Board the majority of staff have decided not to relocate and will Director appointed: 28 April 2001 therefore end their tenure with Netball Australia. Member of Australian Paralympic Committee; The Sydney TAB Swifts powered to victory on the back of Life member of SASSSA and School ; Sue Taylor, AM, Director superb shooting and pressure defence to capture their On behalf of the organisation, I would like to acknowledge Director appointed: 16 September 2006 third title with a Qualifications: Master of Arts (International Sport Law) the contribution that each and every one of the Harris Experience: President & Chair of the Board of Directors of commanding 29 goal win, 65-36 over the Medibank Park staff has made to the management and development NEW CEO at the Sydney Olympic Sports AANA Chair Board of Directors NNL, Member of former AANA Kate Palmer, Chief Executive Officer 6 of netball during the years of their service. Management Committee. AANA Selector, Director of World 0 Centre. Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Science Honours. t

r Championship Company. International Delegate to IFNA, o Finally, netball throughout this nation owes a great deal of Masters Degree in Management.Graduate – Williamson p Our Television rights-holder, the Australian Broadcasting Director of the Commonwealth Games Federation, Vice e thanks to the thousands of volunteers whose dedicated Community Leadership Program R Corporation (ABC TV) provided netball lovers with a new President of Australian Commonwealth Games Association, l efforts are the foundation of our game. They are the Experience: Melbourne Cricket Ground Trustee. a format in the 2006 Commonwealth Bank Trophy season, Board Member Melbourne u lifeblood of our sport, serving the game in many different Chief Executive Officer – . Director – Netball n showing live games each week for the first time on ABC2. Lecturer – Sports Administration, Sport & the Law,Paralegal. n roles and their time and efforts are appreciated by Netball Victoria 2000-2006. Director – Triathlon Victoria 2003-2004 A Commonwealth Bank Trophy attendances were down 12% Director appointed: 28 September 1995 > Australia. Australian Jockey Association Advisory Board. Deakin a

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r crowd figures are a significant concern despite Member David Bell, Director Appointed: November 2006 t Noeleen Dix s Organisations (MOs), with significant Netball Australia Director: 30 April 2005 – May 2006 u President A financial support, conducting a thorough and market- l l a b t e N 03 NETBALL’S MARKET SHARE DEVELOPING THE WORLD GOALS,OF NETBALL OBJECTIVES & CORE

Netballs Market Share Goals,Developing Objectives the world & Core of Values netball

Marketing the sport More netball merchandise on the market Supporting our growth commissioned to investigate the enablers and Our goal is to ensure Netball Australia continues to The national merchandise and licensing program was Netball Australia is committed to increase community barriers to the participation of women in develop and maximise a strong market position and launched in 2006. Velocity Brand Management, was participation, membership recruitment and member sports as participants and as administrators. realise opportunities that consistently strengthen the engaged to develop a centralised licensing program retention to deliver high quality service and support to AC Neilson conducted the study and Netball Australia will brand, the sport and our athletes in a controlled and where strategic development, distribution, protection members. be disseminating the findings to all members early next positive environment. and sales of all licensing business were successfully year. delivered under the management and direction of Netball Australia is committed to provide leadership and services to its members to support the vast pool of Planning for the future Netball Australia. volunteers across the country who support our Medibank Private 1Seven and obesity grassroots players. The year has been one of planning and developing a The program incorporated all eight (8) Commonwealth Medibank Private 1Seven is a national program which aims solid foundation from which netball can develop its Bank Trophy teams and the Australian Netball Team. It Coaching framework introduced to promote healthy behaviour that will lead to improved commercial markets and enhance its brand nationally. currently licences more than 30 different products nutrition awareness and physical activity levels of including DVDs and supporter apparel. A more supportive accreditation system, matching player Australian children. 1Seven is a partnership between The first step in the new direction has been the creation and coaching pathways has been introduced in the form Medibank Private, , Netball Australia and and implementation of a new marketing, The program provides revenue streams for Netball of a five tier-coaching framework. The new courses have the Australian Football League that encourages children communications & commercial strategic plan to drive Australia and the State Organisations. been submitted to the Australian Sports Commission for (5-12 year olds) to participate in at least 1 hour of moderate the commercial arm of netball. The benefits of the plan accreditation and will be implemented in 2007 and 2008. to vigorous physical activity and eat up to seven serves of will occur in ensuing years as the successful promotion fruit and vegetables every day. and management of key Netball Australia properties Strategic business relationships Thank you to Netball WA who developed and trialled the The 1Seven Program consists of an interactive website with continues to be maximised. Intermediate course. The five levels are: content for students, teachers and parents including An evaluation of the management of sponsors identified Foundation Coaching Course similar to OTC articles, curriculum resources and interactive games. Tapping into the states the need to secure specialist sponsorship counsel. Netball Coaching Course equivalent to Level 1 Sports Marketing and Management (SMAM) were Intermediate Coaching Course new course Indigenous Netball a growth area After the success of the 2005 Commonwealth Bank engaged to aid in the delivery of a more strategic Advanced Coaching Course equivalent to Level 2 Trophy (CBT) finals series Netball Australia de- approach to valuing our core Netball Australia A National Workshop was held to help develop the High Performance Coaching Course equivalent to Level 3 centralised marketing or local area marketing spend to properties. indigenous netball community. Important links within the State and Territory Member Organisations who run CBT Resource material is being developed to support course community were established and a National Working Teams, for the entire 2006 season. The re-direction of There has been a consolidation and building of core delivery and quality control. committee created. Netball Australia has signed marketing spend to the CBT teams resulted in greater commercial properties for Netball Australia over the agreements with the AFL, ARL as well as NASCA to help local coverage and greater national exposure overall. year and 2007 will no doubt show a significant return on The Accreditation Committee of Leoni Otago, Fiona provide services and education to selected communities the investment and planning. Young, Karen Warland, Jo Macdermid assisted in creating throughout Australia. Congratulations to Western Australia Sell out International Test Matches the new framework. and Netball ACT for their part in this process. Spreading the word An increased investment in marketing continued to Net Set Go! has arrived Project connect yield successful results in 2006 with a record crowd in This year Netball Australia initiated a tailored suite of Over the next five years Netball Australia, with support Brisbane and over 10,000 spectators in Sydney to see communications vehicles to deliver key messages, Net Set Go! is Netball Australia’s Junior Netball from the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) aims to the Australian Team in action. A strategic corporate image and tactical information to key Program. It has been developed to provide children from the age of 5 to 10 years with the best possible learning provide inclusive sport for all people with a disability. A research and development plan was stakeholders, members, the media and the wider national workshop was conducted on exclusivity and implemented to identify and understand community. A number of key and playing experience that enables them to develop a positive introduction to Netball, ensuring enjoyment and netball’s ability to implement strategies to provide further more fully the netball audience and to messages were continued participation within the sport. opportunity utilising existing pathways and opportunities. inform future decision making. developed for the media, All states were enthusiastic and committed in their The plan will assist administrators, officials The program has been designed to complement the support for providing a sport that would be inclusive for all. in identifying and players to further existing netball infrastructure by providing community A consequence of the agreement with the Australian sponsorship enhance exposure and groups such as Associations, Clubs and school with Sports Commission will be an audit distributed early 2007. opportunities and integrity for the organisation quality resources and equipment to deliver an age and ways to increase and the sport. skill appropriate netball program. Coaching highs spectators at all

6 events. The work Netball Australia continues to In summary: 0 Trials in and Victoria along with planning and t r undertaken will recognise, reward and target resource development will culminate in the launch of the • 3 coaches completed the Level 3 coaching accreditation. o

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a all events. international networks. i l Department of Families, Community Services and a r t Indigenous Affairs for the Women’s Participation in Sport. The Junior Sports Policy and its message of inclusion, s u A study of Netball under the Commonwealth’s Women’s forms the basic framework of the new Netball Australia A l l leadership and Development Programme was coaching courses. a b t e N 05 A YEAR OF EXPECTATION FOR THE SUPPORTING OUR ATHLETES AUSTRALIAN NETBALL TEAM

Supporting Our Athletes A year of expectation for the Australian Netball Team

High performance A challenging year.. Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games When: 15-26 March 2006 Venues: State Netball Hockey Centre and Vodafone Arena (MPV) Our goal is to develop an effective high performance With Melbourne hosting the 2006 Commonwealth Results: 17 March - Australia 78 def. Wales 22 program that delivers success in international 19 March – Australia 70 def. Barbados 27 Games from 15-26 March, the Australian Netball Team 21 March – Australia 78 def. Samoa 47 competitions including the World Championships 2007, carried the burden of heightened expectation of 22 March – Australia 54 drew Jamaica 54 World Youth Netball Championships 2009 and the Delhi producing a gold-medal winning performance for the 23 March – Australia 107 def. Singapore 19 Commonwealth Games 2010. 25 March (Semi Finals) - Australia 52 def. England 40 home crowd. 26 March (Gold Medal Match) - New Zealand 60 def. Australia 55

A new culture planned In a memorable, inspiring performance, Australia Australian Team: challenged the reigning World Champions, New Sharelle McMahon (Captain) During the year Netball Australia implemented its new Zealand down to the wire at Vodafone Arena (MPV) and (Vice-captain) Natalie Avellino High Performance Plan with objectives focused on came within five goals of taking the title. New Zealand Alison Broadbent creating a new high performance culture and a claimed gold but Australia’s courageous fight won over sustainable system for the sport. the fans and convinced all that 2006 was going to be a Megan Dehn Youth benefits from Susan Fuhrmann turning point for the national side. Selina Gilsenan Coach: The result has been new player and coach pathways experience Janine Ilitch Assistant Coach: Jane Searle Susan Pratley Team Manager: Marg Molina and clearly defined and integrated roles within the AIS Young defender, Susan Furhmann and shooter, Susan Jessica Shynn Team Doctor: Dr Lyn Thew and SIS/SAS network. This has been underpinned with In 2006 the Australian 21 & Under squad Pratley earned their first call-up to the national team, Natalie von Bertouch Physiotherapist: Wayne Rodgers a more robust and better resourced talent development participated as training partners to the Australian Team whilst experienced campaigner and national captain, programs and national team structures. in their Commonwealth Games preparation. This missed the Games because of a knee Holden Netball Test Series included extensive international exposure against reconstruction. Australia v New Zealand Emphasis has been on the establishment of systems to teams from New Zealand, South Africa, Fiji, Singapore When: 22 July 2006 and Samoa. In July the Team won the series against Venue: Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane, QLD support and develop the quality of junior athletes The world’s best netball nations contested the 2006 Result: New Zealand 52 def. Australia 40 the NZ National 21 & Under Team 2 – 0 entering the national pathway and to support national Commonwealth Games with Jamaica proving a squad members in their quest to represent Australia When: 25 July 2006 legitimate emerging challenger to the powerhouses, Venue: Acer Arena, Sydney, NSW whilst pursuing full time employment or education From the ground up Australia and New Zealand. Against Australia in a pool Result: Australia 48 def. New Zealand 38 opportunities. game, Jamaica erased a nine-goal deficit in the last Team: Netball Australia increased its financial contribution to quarter to force a draw. The result forced Australia to Liz Ellis (Co-captain) Preparations for the World $245,000 to assist State and Territory Institutes and produce a big win against Singapore to claim top Sharelle McMahon (Co-captain) Academies of Sport to support the daily training Catherine Cox Championships billing in their pool and therefore avoid the Silver Ferns Bianca Chatfield environment of nationally identified 16 – 19 year old in the semi-finals. Susan Fuhrmann athletes. In addition a combined National Junior Mo’onia Gerrard Preparations for the 2007 world championships are well Selina Gilsenan squads and high performance coaching camp was Kristen Heinrich Coach: Norma Plummer underway after 2006 provided a challenging learning In the early rounds, Australia easily accounted for Assistant Coach: Jane Searle conducted at the AIS in July. Susan Pratley phase for the Australian Team in many respects. The Wales, Barbados and Samoa and then outclassed a re- Team Manager: Marg Molina Jessica Shynn Team Doctor: Dr Michael Makdissi team took home the silver medal from the 2006 building England in the semi-final to set up their gold- Laura von Bertouch The introduction in 2006 of a National Talent Physiotherapist: Sean Mungovan Commonwealth Games in Melbourne. Next was a medal clash with New Zealand. Natalie von Bertouch Massage Therapist: Brendan Cole closely fought international test series against New Development Co-ordinator position to manage Netball’s national talent development programs was made Zealand in July. The 2 – 1 test series win against their Four months later, the two arch-rivals clashed again in Fisher & Paykel Series – New Zealand Trans Tasman rivals in October 2006 provides an possible through the Australian Sports Commission and Australia v New Zealand its National Coaching Scholarship scheme. a two-test series. New Zealand claimed victory in the When: 12 October 2006 indication of just how close the two teams are in their first Test in Brisbane. But Australia fought back to take Venue: The Events Centre, Wellington, NZ match ups. Result: Australia 51 def. New Zealand 47 Elite netball growth plans the second contest and deal the Silver Ferns their first loss in two years. Pacy Adelaide midcourter, Laura von When: 14 October 2006 A strong international program has been planned Bertouch impressed in her international debut and Venue: Trusts Stadium, Auckland, NZ The High Performance Plan will drive certain initiatives Result: New Zealand 43 def. Australia 37 against Jamaica, England and New Zealand for 2007. become a regular fixture in the team throughout the This is to be supported by a national camps program for next year year. When: 16 October 2006 which will provide the national team with the extensive › Review and preparation of Netball’s high performance Venue: Westpac Centre, Christchurch, NZ preparation required to win back the World systems and infrastructure for 2008 – 2011 Result: Australia 46 def. New Zealand 40 Australia’s confidence was high heading into the return Championship trophy. Netball Australia has also › Review the role and position of the AIS Netball series and they posted their first victory on New Team: engaged a PhD student to undertake doctorate program Liz Ellis (Captain) 6 Zealand soil since 2001 and first consecutive win 0 Sharelle McMahon (Vice-captain) t research, as well provide performance analysis support › Review and preparation of a National Competition r against the World Champions since 2002. Catherine Cox o and services to the national program. p Framework Bianca Chatfield e Natasha Chokljat R › Introduction of a National Regional Academy

l In a thrilling three-test duel, the Silver Ferns took the Mo’onia Gerrard a The Australian Sports Commission provided, through Framework to support the elite athlete pathway u second Test in Auckland, setting up a highly anticipated Selina Gilsenan n the Australia Government Training Grant Scheme, Kristen Heinrich Coach: Norma Plummer n › Increase the development and mentoring finale to the dramatic series. Australia’s fighting spirit Assistant Coach: Jane Searle A $240,000 to support the Australian netball squad in its Susan Pratley Team Manager: Marg Molina > opportunities for targeted potential elite coaches. Julie Prendergast a prevailed in the final match. Australia won the series 2- Team Doctor: Dr Michael Makdissi i preparation for the 2007 World Championships. This l Laura von Bertouch Physiotherapist: Sean Mungovan a 1, proving to the Silver Ferns – Australia is back! r support is vital in assisting our elite athletes to Natalie von Bertouch Massage Therapist: Brendan Cole t s

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l for the World Championships. l a b t e N 07 JUNIOR TEAMS & NATIONALSGOALS, SHOWCASING OBJECTIVES NETBALL & CORE VALUES

Junior Teams & Nationals Goals,Showcasing Objectives &Netball Core Values

Australian 21/U Team in flying form

The Australian 21/U Squad opened the year by showcasing their talented playing group in several practice matches against visiting national teams who were in search of top competition in the lead-in to the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games in March. Australia’s rich depth of player talent was highlighted when the 21/U Squad posted several victories and produced consistent, high-level, outstanding performances during the series.

Playing in front of a vocal home crowd in Brisbane in July, the Australian 21/U Team upstaged New Zealand - the reigning World Youth netball champions – in a clean sweep of the two-Test series. The victories were a significant boost for Australia, who had lost to New Zealand by just one goal in the semi-finals of the 2005 World Youth Netball Championships. 21 and Under National Australia 21/U v New Zealand 21/U Championships

When: 20 July 2006 At ESTA Park in Adelaide in September the 21 and Venue: Insport Cornubia, Brisbane, QLD Under Championships sponsored by Athlete’s Foot was Result: Australia 48 def. New Zealand 36 where we saw the young stars of Australian netball shine. Holden Netball Test Series The strong defensive line-up of the Victorian side was too much for defending champions Western Australia, When: 22 July 2006 defeated in the Grand Final by a resounding 22 goals, Venue: Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane, QLD 71-49. Result: Australia 47 def. New Zealand 28 Congratulations to all the players, officials and support Netball at its best The creation and introduction of a corporate function at The team staff that yet again represented their States and each test match gave guests an opportunity to mingle Territories with great skill and integrity. A special note Our goal is to ensure elite level netball continues to be and hear presentations from high profile sports people Julie Prendergast (Captain) of thanks must also be given to the many volunteers seen throughout Australia on a regular basis while including Marg Caldow (Head Coach (Vice-captain) and host Member Organisations who work tirelessly to continuing to increase the strength and profile of Team) Alison Broadbent, Julie Fitzgerald and Jared bring these special events together. Netball Australia’s elite events. Crouch (Sydney Swans Player). This practice was well received and will be developed further in 2007. Johannah Curran Underage Championships A year of firsts Preparations commenced for the bid to host the 2011 IFNA World Netball Championships in Melbourne. Renae Hallinan In April at Penrith Stadium in Sydney the nation’s best Sport at the elite level is inspiring for our millions of Rachael Knight participants and for sports lovers across the globe. It is 17 and Under and 19 and Under netballers competed for Television coverage was again received well and gave Clare McMeniman Netball Australia’s goal to ensure that annually netball the coveted title of National Champions. The stage was the sport good reach and frequency. Nikala Smith set for a close and exciting contest. is presented as a well packaged exciting skilful sport for everyone involved from the fanatical fan, to the Future plans Defending champions dominated the corporate world and the casual observer. This year has 17 and Under competition, and defeated Victoria in the been one of many key achievements for the sport in the competition and events area. An agreement was signed with New Zealand to 6 Coach: grand final to claim the title by a comfortable margin of 0

t continue the development and packaging of worthwhile r Assistant Coach: Julie Fitzgerald 31-23. However, in the 19 and Under competition, a o clashes between the two netballing nations for the p Team Manager: Louise Pilling determined Victorian side reversed their fortunes Firstly after 25 years Brisbane played host to its first e

R Team Doctor: Dr Leesa Huguenin against New South Wales by turning a three-goal defeat international test match between Australia v New enjoyment of the viewing public as well as the players. l

a Zealand to a very appreciative audience. u Physiotherapist: Steve Hawkins in the rounds into a convincing 37-26 victory, making

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2006 ASICS Australian Team Player of the Year Australian State 17, 21 and Open Teams. His teams won five (5) Jessica Shynn, Perth Orioles National Championships during his state coaching career of 13 years. Important Players He most recently held the position of National 17 & Under Squad 2006 CBT Most Valuable Player Selector from 1998 – 2005 where his contribution and ability to identify Liz Ellis, Sydney TAB Swifts future international netballers was second to none. John is survived by his wife Shirley. 2006 CBT Best New Talent Mavis Scott (nee Buckingham) As always there are important relationships created , Allied Pickfords Melbourne Kestrels behind the scene to build the financial foundations that 2006 Australian Sport Awards Mavis Scott’s devotion to netball spanned more than 60 years where underpin the success of the netball from the grassroots The 2006 Australian Sport Awards are announced in 2007 and the she made significant contributions to both Netball following nominations were submitted: and Netball Australia. She was awarded her AA Umpire Badge in to the elite level. 1954. A dedicated mentor, coach and administrator Mavis served as Liz Ellis, Sydney TAB Swifts – Female Athlete of the Year the umpire delegate for South Australia for over 10 years. She was a Sponsors corporate partners and suppliers continue to Sydney TAB Swifts – National Team of the Year proxy umpire at the 1967 World Netball Championships held in Perth see netball as an important commercial investment and Julie Fitzgerald, Sydney TAB Swifts – Coach of the Year and was appointed to Netball Australia’s exam committee for a Warren Partland, The Advertiser (SA) – Sport Media Award number of years. Netball Australia is pleased to work with them. Netball Australia Awards Individual Milestones & Retirements In 2006 the Netball Australia Annual Awards Ceremony was held in Sharelle McMahon played her 75th Test Match for Australia and Sydney at the Museum of Contemporary Art on Circular Quay. This › Official Partners › Official Sport Underwear Janine Illitch plays her 50th Test Match during 2006. annual event celebrates and reviews the Commonwealth Bank Trophy Season and International Test Series, acknowledges the outstanding Alison Broadbent, Peta Scholz, Janine Illitch and Natalie Avellino all contributions of individual players, officials and teams, and highlights retired from international netball competition after the Melbourne the commitment of our media and corporate partners. 2006 Commonwealth Games. Eloise Southby-Halbish retired from all elite netball competitions prior to the Commonwealth Games. Former Australian Swimmer and Commonwealth Games Gold medallist Nicole Livingstone again was MC for the night’s festivities. In 2006 a number of well-known netball identities also retired from › Official Ball Australian Team duties and included the long-serving and dedicated Netball Australia thanks the generous and dedicated corporate support staff of Team Doctor, Dr Lyn Thew, Team Physiotherapists, partners who make these important awards and the subsequent Wayne Rodgers and Michael Jones as well as Australian Team recognition possible. Assistant Coach Jane Searle. › National Competition Naming Rights Sponsor Awards The Commonwealth Bank Trophy Players who passed 150 games included Liz Ellis, Alison Broadbent, Sharelle McMahon and Peta Commonwealth Bank Trophy Most Valued Player Scholz. Liz Ellis, Sydney TAB Swifts › Team Naming Rights Sponsors International Debuts Commonwealth Bank Trophy Best New Talent Madison Browne, Allied Pickfords Melbourne Kestrels The Sydney TAB Swifts’ Susan Pratley and the AIS Canberra › International Test Series Naming Rights Sponsor Darters’ Susan Fuhrmann became the 139th and 140th players to ASICS Australian Team Player of the Year represent Australia when they debuted at the Commonwealth Jessica Shynn, Perth Orioles Games against Wales. Player’s Player of the Year sponsored by The Athlete’s Foot Medibank Adelaide Thunderbirds’ Laura von Bertouch, also debuted Caitlin Bassett, Perth Orioles and Caitlin Thwaites, Allied Pickfords for Australia against the Sliver Ferns in the 2006 Holden Netball Melbourne Kestrels Test Series. Umpire of the Year sponsored by Gatorade › Official Broadcast Sponsor › Official Sports Drink AA Service Awards Sharon Kelly This year saw four (4) AA Service Awards presented to: ›Jan Cross ›Dawn Long ›Jill McIntosh › Domestic Coach of the Year sponsored by Sport Employment Australia The contribution these women made to netball, both on and off the Julie Fitzgerald, Sydney TAB Swifts court, is a testament to their commitment to the sport and Netball Australia congratulates them on receiving their All Australia Service Margaret Pewtress Team of the Year Award. › Official Apparel › Official Airline Goal Shooter – Catherine Cox, Sydney TAB Swifts Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) Goal Attack – Sharelle McMahon, Melbourne First National Phoenix Pat Dart was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) Wing Attack – Laura von Bertouch, Medibank Adelaide Thunderbirds honours in 2006. Mrs Dart received her award for service to netball Centre – Natalie von Bertouch, Medibank Adelaide Thunderbirds in the ACT serving in a range of administrative roles. Wing Defence – Natasha Chokljat, Melbourne First National Phoenix Goal Defence – Mo’onia Gerrard, Sydney TAB Swifts Life Members Goal Keeper – Liz Ellis, Sydney TAB Swifts

› Official Accommodation Mrs Yvette Auckett Australian Team Player Badges Mrs Nancy Kenny OAM Susan Fuhrmann, AIS Ms Jocelyn Bayly OAM Mrs Marj Kerslake Mrs Gwen Benzie AM Susan Pratley, Sydney TAB Swifts Mrs Moira McGuinness MBE Julie Prendergast, Melbourne First National Phoenix Mrs Fay Bevan Miss Dorothy McHugh OAM Mrs Maureen Boyle OAM Rebecca Strachan, Allied Pickfords Melbourne Kestrels Mrs Marilyn Melhuish OAM Laura von Bertouch, Medibank Adelaide Thunderbirds Mrs OAM Miss Margaret Morris Dr Grace Bryant Mrs Val Morrison OAM Media Awards Ms Michele Buck Mrs Bronwyn Roberts 6

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