NT CRICKET 2016 / 2017 ANNUAL REPORT Front cover image: Australian Cricket team - player engagement day NT CRICKET 2016 / 2017 ANNUAL REPORT

Contents

President’s Report 4 CEO’s Report 6 About NT Cricket 8 Our People 9 Australian Cricket Team Training Camp 10 2017 Sheffield Shield 12 2017 Sheffield Shield Final 13 Bangladesh Academy Visit 14 Strike League/SLO1 16 Game and Market Development 18 Schools 19 Remote Red Dust Sports Voucher Program 20 Remote Cricket 21 Remote Community Cricket Carnivals 24 National Indigenous Cricket Championships 27 Northern Territory NICC Teams 28 2017 Imparja Cup 30 Coach Education 32 NT Emerging Players 33 NT Strike - SACA Redbacks League 34 Australian Country Cricket Championships 35 NT Under 19s 36 NT Under 17s 37 School Sport Australia Under Age Championships 38 Darwin and Districts Cricket Competition 43 Alice Springs Cricket Association 44 Katherine District Cricket Competition 45 Tennant Creek Cricket Association 46 Northern Territory Umpires 47 Curator’s Report 48 Sponsors 50 Financial Report 52 Growing Cricket in the North | 3 President’s Report

On behalf of the Board, I am pleased to report on NT Cricket’s activities for 2016 - 17. The past year has been one where the Board of NT Cricket has undertaken a number of activities to prepare for the future growth of the game as we look to Grow the Game in the North.

Our focus has been on governance, our objects and Board renewal.

As advised at last years AGM, the Board is proposing to bring a recommendation to the members that NT Cricket adopts a new governance structure as a Company Limited by Guarantee. In accordance with the wishes of members, we have moved slowly but steadily towards examining the objects that the company will require to deliver cricket over the next 20 years and the type of board and membership structure that will enable NT Cricket to deliver on its objectives. We have taken into account the governance principles adopted by the Australian cricket family as we plan for our future.

The Board has made some significant changes in terms of Board renewal. At the last AGM, we acknowledged the contribution of John Anictomatis as Deputy President and we welcomed Clare Martin as the incoming Deputy President. Andrew Moo has joined the Board as the Director carrying responsibility for the Darwin Cricket Management Committee and Michael Trull replaced Jarrod Wapper as the Director representing Alice Springs Cricket. The Board invited Julie Paige to stay on as a Director in one of the three invited Board positions and we have recently been joined by Kim Hill as the Director with oversight of the development and growth of Indigenous cricket across the Territory. Kim will also represent the NT on the National Indigenous Cricket Committee.

As a Board, we have worked with Cricket Australia and the other States and Territories to develop the Australian Cricket Strategic Plan which was launched in August this year. We have developed an NT Strategic Plan which dovetails in with the national plan but highlights Territory needs and strategies that contribute to the national effort.

We continue to improve the pathway for male and female NT cricketers, we have progressed negotiations and planning necessary to expand the reach of the game in growth areas such as Palmerston, Katherine and Tennant Creek and surrounding remote communities, and we continue to work collaboratively with the NT Government and Cricket Australia to bring a good mix of cricket product to the Territory.

The CEO’s report outlines in some detail the Northern Territory Cricket Association’s performance on and off the field over the past year. I encourage you to read the account of our players at all levels and our performance as an association in relation to the pillars of our strategic plan.

4 | Growing Cricket in the North The Board recognises the outstanding performances of the past year and congratulates the Under the new Strategic Plan you will see a significant investment in women’s cricket and NT representative players in NT Strike, the first ever NT Women’s Country Championships new and exciting changes to junior formats and governance reforms across the game. team, the NT Under 19, and NT Under 17 teams for their contribution to our success. Equally we commend the selectors, coaches and support staff, volunteers and parents who I would like to thank my fellow Directors for their support in maintaining our leadership as have provided the opportunity for these individuals to achieve success. a professional sporting business in the NT. I also acknowledge Jim Ford’s long involvement as the NT Cricket representative on the Casuarina All Sports Club Executive. Jim has The Board has been particularly pleased with the establishment and performance of the indicated that he will be stepping down from the role and I take the opportunity to thank Darwin Cricket Management committee and the restructure of Darwin Cricket. There is him for his contribution since the Club was established. still some way to go but we commend the leaders who have taken on the challenge under Paul Allen’s leadership. Under Troy Watson’s leadership, the staff of NT Cricket have demonstrated commitment and drive to reach and exceed the operational targets set for them. I commend all of our The introduction of the NT Strike League was a new and important example of what staff for their dedication to the game. can be achieved and was successful in as much as it exposed new talent through the live streaming and coverage of local and visitors performances to the point where Aaron I recommend this annual report to you and trust that you will be inspired by the direction Summers was brought directly under the eye of the Australian Cricket talent network and and growth of NT Cricket. We have an exciting future before us as we seek to grow the ultimately offered a rookie contract with Tasmania. game in the north as our contribution towards the national cricket vision.

We are closer to a long-term lease arrangement at Asbuild Oval in Palmerston and the I trust the forthcoming season presents you all with an opportunity to enjoy Australia’s case for lights at Gardens Oval and at Asbuild number 2 oval is receiving support within favourite sport – a sport for all Australians. the NT Government and with Cricket Australia.

The demand for cricket content in regional areas and capital cities is growing and the NT Dr Bruce Walker AM has to compete for content both through our attendance at events and the quality of our President facilities. We continue to position the Territory for regular exposure to significant cricket fixtures both in Darwin and in Alice Springs. The visit by the Australian men’s team camp before their tour to Bangladesh and the planning for WBBL and BBL games in Alice Springs has been welcomed by all. We are conscious that these events require a strong partnership with the NT Government and we acknowledge the keen support of Government in winning these events in the NT.

Converting our successes in staging major events, facility development, player development and increased participation into thriving club membership remains a key goal.

Growing Cricket in the North | 5 CEO’s Report

At the end of a very busy year for Cricket in the Territory, I am pleased to provide the following overview of activities for members and other interested parties.

Putting fans first… From Red Dust to the Baggy Green… Connecting communities, classrooms and clubs… 2016/17 saw the return of the Victorian Sheffield Shield team to The focus of our Pathways and Cricket department over the last A key focus of the organisation over the last 12 months has been the Northern Territory with another match in the Red Centre 12 months has been two-fold. One in increasing the competitive on implementing the new Australian Cricket junior formats in in March. The Bushrangers didn’t disappoint with a strong win playing opportunities available to all pathways players and the NT clubs and associations and on growing our remote cricket against WA, seeing them through to yet another Shield final. A second around growing the pathway available for our female presence. With a consistent Game and Market Development team ‘home’ final for the Bushrangers in Alice Springs saw many cricket players. To this end 2017, saw the continuation of NT Emerging in place, we have also worked to realign the timing of our school fans conflicted between supporting the Bushrangers or the SA Players involvement in the Darwin Senior competition, the launch visits more effectively with the respective seasons and reach more Redbacks who took three Territorians into the match day 12. of the new ‘Strike League’ for both men and women and a tour by children than ever before through a greater network of casual Again, we must thank the Victorian players and staff for their a Bangladesh Academy side boasting no less than five international cricket deliverers. The effect of these initiatives has been realised significant efforts in the Alice Springs community during their visit. players and the steady growth of female cricket through our Alice in another strong participation result for cricket in the Territory I must acknowledge the NT Government’s role in again supporting Springs and Darwin Academies and new participation leagues. with more the 24,000 participants, an increase of almost 37%. the Sheffield Shield clashes, in particular Phillip Leslie, Executive The inaugural NT Strike League was launched this year to provide 2016/17 saw the implementation of new junior formats across Director - Department of Sport and Recreation, and the Minster increased competitive opportunities to Territory players, act as a for Tourism and Culture, the Hon. Lauren Moss MLA. the Northern Territory. After a successful season in Alice Springs concentration and showcase of talent and provide further growth as part of the national pilot, the Top End season benefited from 2017 also saw the Australian Cricket team visit the Top End for of the Top End as a winter destination for Australian Cricket. A the learnings of the previous summer in the version adopted. the first time in more than five years. An 8-day training camp highly successful first edition was punctuated by great support The new formats are designed to better bring young players into in preparation for the tour of Bangladesh was conducted at from local media and quality performances from local players and the game with shorter pitches, reduced player numbers and age Marrara Cricket Ground and the effort the players and staff went the nine first-class players who took part. Plans are well underway appropriate equipment. Feedback from players and parents was to in interacting with the community and cricketers cannot be to further grow the tournament and provide greater integration overwhelmingly positive. As we move into 2018, adjustments will overstated. A government reception, visits to 16 junior games and with local cricket in future years. be made to further tailor the program to our unique circumstances a ‘super clinic’ held at Marrara all punctuated a highly successful The NT Strike Men’s and Women’s teams both improved on their and conditions. visit with nearly 3,500 cricket lovers also attending the 3-day intra- 2015/16 results in their respective tournaments. The NT Strike th squad match. Men in particular had a stellar year, winning the SACA Redbacks The 24 Imparja Cup was held in Alice Springs in February League for the first time. A full account is provided further in this in conjunction with the second National Indigenous Cricket As I always note in this section, a special mention must go to Championships (NICC). The tournament again exceeded report however the squad performed consistently across both our hardworking staff both in the office, conducting the thankless expectations and grew in attendance, consisting of nearly 550 the 50-over and Two-Day aspects of the tournament with strong tasks in preparation for games, and our superb ground staff in participants across more than 50 teams. A key focus after the first performances from several members of the squad recognised with Ryan Schimanski, Jack Flynn and Matt Bacon in turning out wickets edition of the NICC was to improve the connection between the inclusion in the SACA Emerging Redbacks program. of a first-class standard. As an organisation without a cricket or two halves of the tournament, something that was achieved with operations department dedicated to tournaments and First Class The NT Cricket pathway continues to evolve as it strives to the strong partnership with Cricket Australia staff and the creation cricket, the work put in by all staff cannot be overstated, some provide the best preparation and opportunity for our young of an Imparja Cup Advisory Committee. With the Expression of working well outside their roles to ensure both cricket and players. The focus in the coming year will be on continuing to build Interest process currently under consideration for the 2019 – community engagement initiatives are delivered to a high standard. the Female Pathway, grow the Strike League and deliver greater 2021 NICC, the growth of our Indigenous and remote programs With the exciting recent announcement of Big Bash matches playing and touring oppourtunities for our younger players. For to support the tournament remains key. Whilst a full account is provided further in this report, I must applaud the success of both coming to the Red Centre and the creation of a new drop-in a Pathways Department of just two staff, the significant work NT Indigenous sides with ground breaking wins and performances. wicket for TIO Stadium, the capacity to bring high quality cricket of Mark Sorell and Cameron Carroll in juggling a full program, training sessions, academies and tours must be acknowledged. As always I am very grateful for the engagement and support of to all Territorians grows greater each year. particularly the mountain of work they completed to make the both the Alice Springs Town Council and the Northern Territory inaugural Strike League a success. Government in retaining this fantastic event. 6 | Growing Cricket in the North First-class leadership and management… Important acknowledgements…

Our involvement with Cricket Australia and the other State and I would like to also take this opportunity to acknowledge and Territory Associations continues to grow and our influence and thank several individuals and organisations who have contributed input into the wider world of Australian Cricket has never been significantly to cricket during 2016/17: stronger. This influence and input is evident in the collaborative approach Australian Cricket has taken to developing the new • All affiliated club and association personnel and volunteers Australian Cricket Strategy. The NT Cricket Strategy 2018 - 2022 whose roles and hats are many and varied. It is your time, objectives and key activities have been developed in alignment effort and support that allows cricket to be played and enjoyed with the common objectives of the Australian Cricket Strategy. by many people throughout the Territory; The North’s unique circumstances including geography, climate, • My very hard working team of colleagues at NT Cricket. We and demographics dictate that the strategy and objectives are have had consistency in our staff this year and boast a quality tailored to meet specific challenges and opportunities to continue team invested in the growth of the game and our athletes the significant growth and reach of Australia’s favourite sport in within the Territory; the north and heart of Australia. • The NT Cricket Board of Directors, led by President We have used the three pillars and seven key objectives of the Dr Bruce Walker, who have shown me support and guidance; Australian Cricket Strategy and adapted these to the following locally important pillars and objectives. • The Patron of NT Cricket, His Honour the Honourable John Australian Cricket Pillars NT Cricket Pillars Hardy OAM, Administrator of the Northern Territory, who has been incredibly engaged in cricket amongst his other Fans Growth and Inclusion significant time commitments; Participants and Volunteers Clubs and Communities Elite Teams Pathways and Players • Cricket Australia Chairman David Peever, CEO Mr James Sutherland, the Executive General Managers and staff at NT Cricket Strategic Objectives Cricket Australia for their ongoing support of cricket in the 1. Growth of women’s, girls, Indigenous and regional cricket Northern Territory; 2. Reinvigorate and strengthen clubs, competitions and cricketers • The Northern Territory Government and the Department of in NT centres and regions Sport and Recreation Executive Director, Mr Phillip Leslie; 3. Deliver an aligned, accessible and professional pathway for all Territorians • Darwin City Council, Palmerston City Council, Alice Springs Town Council and all NT regional councils for their continued 4. Capitalise on the NT’s unique climate, geography and strengths support; to drive investment, growth and a year round contribution to Australian cricket • The many sponsors of NT Cricket who are recognised elsewhere in this report; Grow investment in the game… • The media who have assisted NT Cricket with exceptional 2016/17 has seen a growth in investment in our programs and coverage, particularly in their support for local cricket; and facilities and this is reflected in our annual financial statements. We have continued investment in the appearance and safety of • All other supporters who continue to contribute to the our facility at Marrara, supported the covering of hard wickets ongoing development of our incredible sport throughout the in Darwin and Alice Springs and a provided a wider investment Northern Territory. pool of Club and Facility Development Funds across the Territory.

The expectations of delivery on NT Cricket from both our local stakeholders and Australian Cricket continue to grow and as such Troy Watson we must continue to steward our revenue carefully to see growth Chief Executive Officer and invest in the game throughout the whole of the Northern Territory.

Growing Cricket in the North | 7 About NT Cricket

OUR GOVERNANCE OUR VISION PATRON NT Cricket is the peak body for cricket in the Northern Territory. NT Growing Cricket in the North The Honourable John Hardy OAM, Administrator of the Northern Cricket is governed by up to ten Board Directors and managed by the Territory, is NT Cricket’s patron. Chief Executive Officer. Members of the Association elect six of the Directors and the Board appoints up to another four. NT Cricket is OUR VALUES an associate member of Cricket Australia. • Be real OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS • Smash the boundaries • Make every ball count Dr Bruce Walker AM Chair • Stronger together Ms Clare Martin Deputy Chair

Mr Steve Ward Public Officer STRATEGIC PILLARS • Growth and Inclusion Mr Andrew Moo • Clubs and Communities Ms Julie Page • Pathway and Players

Mr Michael Trull

Mr Chris Young STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES • Growth of women’s, girls, Indigenous and regional cricket His Honour was sworn in as the 21st Administrator of the Northern Territory on 10 November 2014. His Honour first arrived in the • Reinvigorate and strengthen clubs, competitions and cricketers Northern Territory in 1971 to accept a pilot position with the South in NT centres and regions Australian and Territory Air Services. In 1978 he was a founding • Deliver an aligned, accessible and professional pathway for all member of Airnorth and in 1991 he founded Hardy Aviation with Territorians Mrs Marie Hardy. • Capitalise on the NT’s unique climate, geography and strengths In June 2012 His Honour was awarded a Medal of the Order of to drive investment, growth and a year round contribution to Australia for service to aviation in the Northern Territory, and to Australia cricket the community. NT Cricket thanks His Honour for his patronage of cricket in the Northern Territory.

8 | Growing Cricket in the North Our People

NT Cricket employs a diverse group of people with a broad range of relevant skills and expertise. Whilst the majority of our people are based in Darwin, NT Cricket does have a Regional Cricket Officer based in Alice Springs and we work closely with Sport and Recreation officers in the regions. There are also many volunteers who work to deliver the vision of NT Cricket throughout the Territory.

Board of Directors

Troy Watson Chief Executive Officer

Margaret Mitch Farnell Mark Sorell Jack Flynn Loorham Game & Market Senior Manager Head Curator Office Manager Development Manager Pathways and Cricket

Matt Henderson Natalie Gibbs Vacant Alister Stevic´ Cameron Carroll Regional Cricket Ryan Schimanski Communications Game Development Palmerston & Community Coaching Talent & Officer Curator Contract Officer Top End Engagement Manager Pathways Specialist Central Australia

Contractors MCG Maintenance Paul & Cathy Allen Book Keeper Donna Mearns Darwin Grade Cricket Coordinator John Marshall

Growing Cricket in the North | 9 Australian Cricket Team Training Camp Darwin became home for the Australian Cricket Team when they arrived in the Top End in August to prepare for their tour of Bangladesh.

The team spent eleven days in Darwin completing their Sport Science Sport Medicine camp before Marrara Cricket Ground was open to the public for the duration of the practice match which saw more utilising NT Cricket’s first class facilities to complete their annual fielding testing. than 3,500 people take in the national team for the first time in five years. Feedback from players and In the month leading up to the camp, Cricket Australia coaching staff spent time in Darwin working staff indicated how pleased they were with the success of the tour and the high standard of facilities closely with NT Cricket curators to create the right mix of pace and spin across all wickets. Jack Flynn, available in Darwin. Ryan Schimanski and Matt Bacon prepared outstanding world class facilities for the team, with nine turf Thank you to the players and support staff who provided several opportunities for the public to practice wickets ready simultaneously, alongside an impressive outfield. engage with them during their visit. The NT Government reception saw more than 400 people enjoy Coach Darren Lehmann and his staff invited NT Cricket’s Mark Sorell and Cameron Carroll to join the the opportunity to meet players and coaching staff. In addition, four groups of players attended junior coaching staff in preparing the players and completing their testing which was an educational highlight cricket matches where fans had the opportunity to ask questions, take photos and collect signatures. for the NT Cricket Pathways team. Twelve schools from across Darwin and Palmerston attended the match, providing students with The Australian cricketers completed two outstanding days of training before the Smith XI took on the the exciting opportunity to see some of the world’s best players in action. More than 70 people Warner XI in a practice match. The Warner XI dominated in a highly entertaining game, but it was NT enjoyed a Volunteers function on the evening of Day 2, while 185 children participated in a “Meet your Strike player Jake Weatherald who stole the show with an exciting 96 on Day 1. Jake was joined by NT Heroes” session at the end of Day 3. The entire squad mingled with excited children where the positive Strike left arm all-rounder Tom Andrews and Territorian Kane Richardson as they helped prepare the interactions highlighted what a fantastic and successful opportunity the visit had provided for cricket national team for their tour. fans in the Top End.

10 | Growing Cricket in the North Growing Cricket in the North | 11 2017 Sheffield Shield The Victorian Bushrangers hosted the Western Australian Warriors in Round 9 of the 2016/17 Sheffield Shield at Traeger Park, Alice Springs.

The teams were greeted with an outstanding playing surface, with Victoria needing a win to seal the hosting rights for the Sheffield Shield final. Victoria won the toss and elected to bowl, starting strongly and restricting Western Australia to 4/17 early in the match. The only Warriors batsmen to provide any resistance to the Victorian bowlers were Ashton Turner (59) and NT product D’Arcy Short (42). The Victorian bowlers all shared the spoils, with Fawad Ahmed (3/14) the pick of the Bushrangers bowlers. Victoria began their run chase by ending day one at 5/106 with Dan Christian (5*) and Chris Tremain (0*) the night watchmen. Day two started well for Western Australia with two quick wickets in Christian (16) and Seb Gotch (22), but that was where the good news ended for the Warriors with Tremain going on to make his maiden First Class century and James Pattinson making a solid 57 to put the game out of reach for the Western Australians. Victoria finished the innings with 322 runs and a lead of 176. Simon Mackin and Jason Behrendorff picked up 5 and 4 wickets respectively. In the second innings, Western Australia managed a steady 258, helped by a great knock from Hilton Cartwright (101) with support from Michael Klinger (55). This gave them a lead of 82 runs heading into the final Victorian innings. However, Marcus Harris (43) and Marcus Stoinis (25*) got the job done to see Victoria take the victory for the loss of only 2 wickets.

12 | Growing Cricket in the North 2017 Sheffield Shield Final Alice Springs hosted the first national sporting league final to be played in the Northern Territory, with the 2016/17 Sheffield Shield decider between the Victorian Bushrangers and the South Australian Redbacks played at Traeger Park in March 2017.

The Victorian Bushrangers won the toss and elected to bat on an excellent playing surface. Travis Dean (94) combined with Marcus Harris for the first wicket before contributions from Rob Quiney (48), Seb Gotch (52) and James Pattinson (80) took the Victorians to 487. Chadd Sayers was the pick of the bowlers for the Redbacks, finishing with 7/84 in hot Alice Springs conditions. South Australia could only manage 287 in reply, with NT product Jake Weatherald making 60 and wicketkeeper Alex Carey with 57. Left arm spinner John Holland (7/82) was crucial in keeping the Redbacks 200 runs behind as they headed into the second innings. Victoria had another consistent contribution with 323. Redbacks captain Travis Head put in a fighting effort to finish the innings with 137 to help the Redbacks to a draw, but as Victoria had finished the home and away season on top of the ladder, they secured their third consecutive title.

Growing Cricket in the North | 13 Bangladesh Academy Visit

A team from the Bangladesh Academy visited Darwin in July for an intensive training camp and matches against an NT NT INVITATION SQUAD Invitational XI. Matthew Bacon (PINT / Southern Storm) Daniel McKell (Southern Districts / Desert Blaze)

Coached by Australian Simon Helmot, the touring squad included Test and One Day Jeremy Binks (Southern Districts / Desert Blaze) Nathan McSweeney (PINT / Southern Storm) international players who competed in a busy playing schedule of five One Day matches Declan Curran (Darwin / City Cyclones) Antum Naqvi (Waratah / Southern Storm) and a Three Day match at Marrara Cricket Ground. Nick Carruthers (Southern Districts / Desert Blaze) Andrew Richards (Southern Districts / City Cyclones) The NT XI was a mix of both youth and experience, along with the talent of six players Zac Chapman (Southern Storm) Uli Van Duyker (University / Desert Blaze) from the Australian Under 19 squad who used the opportunity for pre-season training Adi Dave (Southern Districts / Desert Blaze) Jarrad Freeman (CA Under 19) under the guidance of Cricket Australia’s Pathway Manager, Graham Manou. These Jacob Dickman (Darwin / City Cyclones) Ryan Hackney (CA Under 19) players added additional depth to the NT squad and a competitive edge to the group which will have lasting benefits for emerging NT players. Josh Doyle (Darwin / City Cyclones) Baxter Holt (CA Under 19) Dean Fry (Southern Districts / Desert Blaze) Tom O’Connell (CA Under 19) The Bangladesh team overpowered the NT during the series, despite the NT being in a strong winning position in three matches. The matches provided outstanding learning Alex Gregory (Tracy Village / Northern Tide) Tom Sowden (CA Under 19) opportunities for NT players, complemented by strong individual performances from Matthew Hammond (Southern Districts / Desert Blaze) Austin Waugh (CA Under 19) Alex Gregory who took five wickets and scored 241 runs, with a highest score of 144, Hamish Martin (Tracy Village / Northern Tide) and Jacob Dickman who made 201 runs, with a highest score of 102*.

14 | Growing Cricket in the North Growing Cricket in the North | 15 Strike League/SLO1 The launch of the inaugural Strike League competition in June 2017 was a successful addition to the NT Pathway Program and cemented the Top End as the preferred off-season training and playing venue of choice for players within the Australian system and beyond.

The inaugural NT Strike League was launched this year to provide, amongst other objectives, increased Capturing game footage on the FairPlay Analyser system also took the Strike League to a national level, competitive opportunities to Territory players, act as a concentration and showcase of talent and allowing cricket staff throughout Australia to access statistics and view footage within 24 hours. provide further growth of the Top End as a winter destination for Australian Cricket. The competition culminated with a T20 final between the Southern Storm, who led the competition Four NT Cricket managed male franchises were created based on an alignment of clubs and throughout as the firm favourites, and the City Cyclones. The Southern Storm were unable to complete associations across the Northern Territory. The Northern Tide (Tracy Village Cricket Club, Nightcliff their dominance and the City Cyclones became the inaugural Strike League champions. Cricket Club), Southern Storm (PINT Cricket Club, Palmerston Cricket Club), Desert Blaze (Southern Western Australia contracted player Will Bosisto was named the Player of the Tournament, with Districts Cricket Club, Alice Springs Cricket Association, Katherine Cricket, Central Australia) and City impressive batting statistics of 467 runs from 7 innings with an average of 93.4 and a strike rate of 165.1. Cyclones (Darwin Cricket Club, Waratah Cricket Club) competed in a mix of 50 over and T20 matches at Marrara Cricket Ground. Other Strike League highlights include the signing of City Cyclones/Darwin Cricket Club player Aaron Summers to a rookie contract with Tasmania and the signing of Southern Storm/PINT Cricket Club The best pathway and locally based talent, along with the addition of nine first class contracted players, player Matthew Bacon from New Zealand to a professional contract with Otago. ensured that the standard of cricket remained high throughout the four week competition. A highlight was the return of NT first class players Jake Weatherald and D’Arcy Short.

16 | Growing Cricket in the North Two female franchises saw NT Female Academy players take their skills onto the pitch for high quality cricket, under the direction of Head Coach Ryan Schimanski. A highlight of the competition was the continued improvement of each player and the intensive progress made by junior players, along with the enthusiasm of several mother / daughter duos. The Strike League final between the Desert Blaze and the Northern Tide saw the Tide dominate in a decisive win to take out the 2017 title. Thank you to SACA, Turner Sports, Club Tropical Resort Darwin and Cricket Australia for their support of this inaugural competition.

Growing Cricket in the North | 17 Game and Market Development

The 2016/17 year has been a productive one for the Game Development team, with a focus on transforming junior cricket and supporting clubs, teams and participants to have the best cricket experiences possible. In the 2016/17 Census, the NT saw a 36.7% increase, with total outdoor participation going from 16,896 to 23,091 and more Territorians than ever before playing our game.

After research in Queensland and Victoria identified recommended junior formats for junior competitions, NT Cricket commenced stakeholder engagement to gauge interest in implementing the recommendations in the NT.

Key findings identified through this process included: • Clubs highlighted that recruitment and retention was a serious challenge • There were too many wides and no balls due to the 20.1 metre bowling distance for the younger age groups • The game continued for too long, especially for parents in a time-poor society, players were not getting enough cricket action and some players were frustrated • Everyone was open to format changes to provide a better cricket experience for players, parents and coaches

The revised junior formats, including shorter pitches, smaller fields, less players and shorter games, have now been implemented in the Alice Springs Cricket Association competition and the Darwin and Districts Cricket Competition. This has been a major success, particularly in the younger age groups. Extras have decreased and there is more active participation for kids involved.

The NT Cricket Red Dust Remote Cricket program has grown rapidly through the support of the NT Government remote sports voucher scheme. During the year, 30 communities were visited which led to record numbers at all community carnivals and at the Imparja Cup.

School based cricket increased across the NT, with more children involved in programs than ever before. Traditional school cricket, MILO T20Blast School Cups and MILO in2CRICKET extended skills reached over 12,000 participants.

Multicultural cricket has again been a big part of cricket across Central Australia with the successful Asian Cup which is now considered an excellent pathway into club cricket.

18 | Growing Cricket in the North Schools

NT Cricket delivered four week programs at the following schools across the Northern Territory.

Darwin/Palmerston Top End Rivers Central Australia

Anula Primary School Alyangula Area School Alekarenge Community Education Centre Our Lady of the Sacred Heart College Casuarina Senior College Angurugu Community Education Centre Alice Springs Steiner School (Bath Street Campus) Casuarina STARS Foundation Batchelor Area School Araluen Christian College Ross Park Primary School Darwin Middle School Berry Springs Primary School Bradshaw Primary School Sadadeen Primary School Dripstone Middle School Borroloola Community Education Centre Centralian Clontarf Academy Tennant Creek Clontarf Academy Driver Primary School Bulla Camp School Gillen Primary School Tennant Creek Primary School Durack Primary School Bulman School Larapinta Primary School Yipirinya Primary School Girraween Primary School Casuarina Street Primary School Living Waters Lutheran Primary School Yirara Clontarf Academy Good Shepherd Lutheran College - Junior Campus Clyde Fenton School Ntaria School Henbury School Dundee Beach School Holy Family Catholic Primary School Jabiru Area School Howard Springs Primary School Katherine Clontarf Academy Humpty Doo Primary School Katherine South Primary School Kormilda Clontarf Academy Katherine STARS Foundation Kormilda College Lajamanu Community Education Centre Larrakeyah Primary School Maningrida Community Education Centre Ludmilla Primary School Milikapiti School Marrara Christian College Milingimbi Community Education Centre Millner Primary School Milyakburra School Nemarluk School Minyerri School Nightcliff High School Ngukurr Community Education Centre Nightcliff Primary School Pularumpi School Palmerston Clontarf Academy Sattler Christian College Sanderson STARS Foundation St Joseph’s Catholic College St Francis of Assisi School Timber Creek School St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Tiwi College St Paul’s Primary School Umbakumba School Taminmin High School Wugularr School The Essington School Darwin Xavier Catholic College Wanguri Primary School Woodroffe Primary School Wulagi Primary School

Growing Cricket in the North | 19 Remote Red Dust Sports Voucher Program

Supported the NT Government Sports Voucher scheme, NT staff have seen increased success at taking cricket to remote parts of the Territory. The program aims to provide everyone in a remote community and region with the opportunity to experience and learn the fundamentals of cricket and focuses on learning in a friendly and fun community environment.

The year saw 14 programs delivered to over 1,700 players and more than 200 coaches and umpires. Participants have the opportunity to play cricket in an enjoyable and safe learning environment where they can build their confidence, develop new skills and play games. The program may be the first contact participants have with the game of cricket and potentially the start of a life-long love of the sport.

One the key aims of this program is to ensure that cricket can continue in the region, long after the program has been delivered. The delivery of cricket equipment and training programs are integral to meeting this aim and Game Development staff acknowledge the ongoing and generous support of Lord’s Taverners NT and individual generous donors.

COMMUNITIES VISITED THIS YEAR INCLUDE:

Ali Curung Arlparra Atajere Batchelor Bulman Elliott Galiwinku Minyeri Ngukurr Ti Tree Wadeye Palumpa Peppimenarti Wurrumiyanga Pirilangimpi Milikapiti

20 | Growing Cricket in the North Growing Cricket in the North | 21 Remote Cricket

During the year, visits were made to the following communities:

Ali Curung Milingimbi Arlparra Milyakburra Atijere Minyerri Batchelor Ngukurr Borroloola Pine Creek Bulla Camp Ramingining Bulman Robinson River Engawala Santa Teresa Gapuwiyak Six Mile Groote Eylandt Timber Creek Hermannsburg Ti Tree Jabiru Tiwi Islands Lilla Umbakumba Maningrida Yirrakala Mataranka Yuelamu

22 | Growing Cricket in the North Thank you to the following supporters of Game Development activities:

Alice Springs Mayor Damien Ryan Lauren Moss MLA Alice Springs Town Council Lilla Festival Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation Lords Taverners NT Bangladesh Association of the NT Inc NT Correctional Services Central Desert Regional Council Pakistan Association of the NT Inc City of Darwin Reclink Australia Councillor Sid Vashist, Barkly Regional Council RH Dale Wakefield MLA Cricket without Boundaries – Victoria Second innings – Victoria Drug and Alcohol Services Australia Limited Sporting Schools Indian Cultural Society Tennant Creek Kate Worden MLA Variety NT Yeperenye Shopping Centre

Growing Cricket in the North | 23 Remote Community Cricket Carnivals

The 2016/17 Remote Community Cricket Carnival calendar saw a total of 86 teams participate in six carnivals in communities throughout the Northern Territory.

The Lingalonga Cup Festival in Batchelor introduced the MILO off 14) provided a much needed captain’s knock for the Wranglers Chasing 62 to win, the Bulla Boab Nuts were under early pressure, T20 Blast School Cup format on the Friday, which included four whilst skipper for the Reneagades, Tyrone Minmecon (2/10 off 2), reeling at 2/7 after 2 overs following a rare double-wicket maiden teams from the local Batchelor Area School. Athleticism and raw did most of the damage with the ball as the Wranglers put up a total from Joel Jones. Requiring 13 runs off the last over, Cedric Congoo talent was on display in a fun day of cricket on Batchelor Town Oval. of 4/46 from their 8 overs. and Carl Hansen had a big task ahead of them, but the economical bowling of Joel Jones (2/4 off 2) in the final over saw the Bulla Boab The Senior Division of the Lingalonga Cup included four teams; The GPT Renegades were dominant from the start, with Bernard Nuts finish on 7/53, giving the Timber Creek Puppies their second Higgins No.1, the Mad Cats, AIDP and the travelling Kalano Puruntatameri (14 off 12) and Norman Pangiraminni (16* off 9) consecutive Dingo Shield title. Bushrangers. The 8 over format ensured that matches were fast- leading the team to 3/51 from 5.4 overs to take home the Winga paced and provided the opportunity for all players to bat and bowl. Shield. Four teams contested the Dingo Cup, including local teams the Coinciding with the annual Lingalonga Festival, matches were well Timber Creek Dingoes and the Timber Creek Bush Turkeys and The Dingo Cup saw a total of 11 teams compete on the Timber supported by an enthusiastic crowd, who saw the Katherine based Creek Oval in the Victoria Daly Region. Four school teams the Katherine One Set Bats and the Kalano Crocs. In the all-local Kalano Bushrangers finish on top of the ladder. competed in the MILO T20 Blast School Cup, also known as Pup Dingo Cup final, the Timber Creek Dingoes were sent in to bat and The Winga Shield Festival welcomed students from every Cup, prior to the senior competition. The Bulla Bushies, Bulla Crocs, reached 5/95, with John Garling (35* off 19) and Kenny Maxwell school in the Tiwi Islands in a week of cricket across Bathurst and Timber Creek Tigers and Timber Creek Desert Eagles participated (18 off 9) the stand out batters. Mark Schmidt (2/19 off 2) and Jake Melville Islands. School clinics and afternoon training sessions saw in the T20 Blast modified format which saw the Bulla Bushies claim Schremmer (1/5 off 1) did the damage with the ball for the Bush 500 participants participate in cricket activities that led into the a narrow victory over the Timber Creek Tigers in the final. Turkeys. Senior Super 8s competition held at the picturesque Garden Point Oval, where four teams contested for the Winga Trophy and the Many of the junior players then continued to provide value to Travis Motlap (34* off 14) and Newton Hobbs (30* off 14) ensured Winga Shield. their respective teams across the weekend. Three teams contested a comfortable win for the Bush Turkeys, as they finished on 0/99 the Dingo Shield, with the Timber Creek Crocalicious, the Bulla off 7.2 overs with 16 balls remaining to take home the Dingo Cup. After electing to bat against the Wulawunga Warriors, the Yimpinari Boab Nuts and the Timber Creek Puppies going head to head in Sunrise made a steady start in pursuit of the Winga Trophy. Karlee The Nitmiluk Cup held in Katherine saw a record 27 teams come fun rivalry as many teachers and students competed against each King, Kinara Dunn and Laelia Dunn shared the runs as the Yimpinari other in the division that held a strong focus for female and junior together in the largest community cricket carnival held in the NT Sunrise posted 7/40 from their 8 overs. Jose Puruntatameri was the participants. outside of the annual Imparja Cup. The inaugural Lower Secondary pick of the bowlers for the Warriors, taking 2/2 from 1 over. MILO T20 Blast School Cup welcomed six teams to Kalano The Shield final was played between reigning champions the Timber In reply, the Wulawunga Warriors was led by wicket-keeper batsman Community Oval where students from Katherine Stars, Katherine Creek Puppies, who went into the final undefeated, and the Bulla Ricky Edgar, who made 11* from 6 balls. Samara Blurton and Clontarf and Minyerri School came together for fun, fast-paced Boab Nuts, who showed courageous talent to get through to the Sheralee Shaw showed some economical bowling but the Warriors T20 action. Students from the Mt Austin and Coonamble Clontarf final. The Timber Creek Puppies posted a total of 4/61 from their were too strong, passing the score at 1/41 from 5.2 overs to take Foundation also joined the event as official umpires and scorers 10 overs, with support from opening batsmen Zac Motlap (28 off out the Winga Trophy. during their visit to Katherine. 12) and Kye Durkaye (14 off 24). Wicket-takers for the Bulla Boab In the Winga Shield decider, the GPT Renegades won the toss and Nuts included Melly Henry, Cedric Congoo and up and coming all- Playing in a mixed team competition, Minyerri School had a strong sent the GPT Wranglers in to bat in an all-local final. Joe Bourke (18 rounder Samara Guneari. win in the final to take out the title. 24 | Growing Cricket in the North The Upper Primary MILO T20 Blast School Cup saw 13 teams the high scorers for the Kings, while Jason Barnes (1/9 off 2) kept Ten teams competed in the Barra Cup over the weekend, including participate, with local Katherine schools playing against visiting it tight for the Timber Creek Dingoes. Chasing 121 for victory, the CAIRNS Industries, Misfits, Poddy Dodgers, Manangoora Magpies, schools from as far as Wugularr and Lajamanu (a 1120km return Dingoes began in style as Newton Hobbs (31* off 11) and Travis Gravel Pit, Bobcat and the All Stars, Wanderers, the Savannah Way trip). Students from Bulla Camp School also made the eight-hour Motlap (24* off 15) hit boundaries on both sides of the wicket to up Construction Crew and travelling teams in the Robinson River return journey to join in the excitement. the run rate. At the end of the 7th over, the Dingoes were at 1/98, Brumbies and the Timber Creek Dingoes. requiring 23 runs off 18 balls. The Grade 5/6 Girls final saw Lajamanu come out on top in a The Barra Trophy final saw CAIRNS Industries beat the Poddy nail-biting five run win while the Clyde Fenton team took out the Dodgers, while the Wanderers overcame the Timber Creek A double wicket maiden from Shannon Dohl (2/12 off 2) turned Grade 5/6 Boys final by 23 runs. The Clyde Fenton boys team then Dingoes in the Barra Cup final. represented the NT at the National MILO T20 Blast School Cup at the match, as the Dingoes sat on 3/105 and required 16 runs from Melbourne Cricket Ground. the last over. Despite two big hits through the cover boundary In a notable effort, the Timber Creek Dingoes competed in three by Christello Jones, the Dingoes fell six runs short, finishing on grand finals and travelled more than 2,450 kilometres during the The Senior Divisions saw the Wurli Warriors, One Set Bats, 4/114 from their 10 overs in one of the most exciting finishes to a 2016 Remote Community Cricket Carnival season. Venndale Outlaws and NT Invitational XI, including individuals and community carnival final. school students who had played in the earlier Schools Cups, play The success of the each Community Carnival is due to the ongoing for the Nitmiluk TJ Tilley Shield, while the Timber Creek Dingoes, support of the Lord’s Taverners NT and the Regional Shire Councils. Eight teams participated in the Rossy Williams Shield, named Kings Super 10, Kalano Crocs and Bushrangers played off for the Thank you to the Wendouree Cricket Club’s Cricket Without after legendary Indigenous cricketer and mentor Rossy Williams. Nitmiluk Cup. Boundaries program which provided cricket equipment for each Defending champions Dexter Barnes were unsuccessful in reaching of the Top End Community Cricket Carnivals to enable ongoing The Wurli Warriors and Venndale Outlaws met for the Nitmiluk the finals, which saw Devil Marbles overpower Golden Explosion to cricket opportunities. TJ Tilley Shield, with the Venndale Outlaws posting a competitive claim the title. In a notable performance, the all-female team Noble 2/66 from their 10 overs, thanks to solid batting performances from Floods participated, initiating the inclusion of a female division for openers Cedric Blitner (14* off 15) and Bruce Corrigan (24* off 15). future carnivals. Needing more than a run a ball to win, the Wurli Warriors were tied down by Bruce Corrigan (1/1 off 2 overs) and Roy Stretton The Barra Cup in Borroloola saw a record-breaking 24 teams (1/4 off 2 overs), however hard hitting from opening batsman Dale take part in the finale of the Remote Community Cricket Carnival Hillen (30* off 14) ensured that the Wurli Warriors chased down calendar ahead of the 2017 Imparja Cup. the required total, finishing on 3/73 off 8.3 overs with 9 balls to spare, to claim the Shield. Six mixed teams played in the inaugural 6-a-side High School MILO T20 Blast division, followed by a MILO in2CRICKET skills The Kings Super 10 and Timber Creek Dingoes met for the sessions for Transition, Year 1 and Year 2 Borroloola Primary School Nitmiluk Cup final. Batting first, Kings Super 10 posted 3/120 from students. The Primary School MILO T20 Blast School Cup saw eight their 10 overs, despite an early set back of 1/1 in the first over. mixed teams participate, with raw talent and enthusiasm displayed Lokesh Anand (31* off 12) and Sandeep Buttar (30* off 12) were throughout. Growing Cricket in the North | 25 26 | Growingfrom red Cricketdust to inthe the baggy North green: cricket for all Territorians National Indigenous Cricket Championships The second edition of the National Indigenous Cricket Championships (NICC) were held alongside the Imparja Cup in Alice Springs in February 2017, providing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cricketers another opportunity to showcase their skills.

Twelve teams of Australia’s most talented male and female Indigenous crickets participated in the championships which forms part of the Australian cricket elite development pathway and aims to have more Indigenous cricketers represent Australia at the highest level. The men’s division of the NICC saw a mix of 20 and 50 over matches, while the women competed in a T20 competition. The finals saw Victoria claim victory in the male division while a dominant NSW defeated QLD in the female division. During the week spectators and players enjoyed visits from former English cricketer Dimitri Mascarenhas, as well as four time Women’s International Cricketer of the Year Shelley Nitschke.

Growing Cricket in the North | 27 Northern Territory NICC Teams

The NT once again selected teams to participate in the male and female divisions of the 2017 National Indigenous Cricket Championships in Alice Springs.

Training commenced in Darwin and Alice Springs with productive individual sessions before convening Sally Moylan and Nicole Honeysett performed admirably throughout, with impressive performances in Alice Springs where players enjoyed spending time together and meeting family prior to the start of earning Sally her selection in the Black Caps side. Dylan Fuller’s bowling performance was notable, as this unique cricket competition. was Zac Chapman’s batting which resulted in him being named in the Black Caps side. Both teams benefited from the addition of supplementary players to strengthen and balance the squad Thank you to Probuild NT and Lord’s Taverners Australia NT for their support of the NT teams in this and to ensure competitive and consistent performances. The teams played strongly and saw a third competition, and to Greg Aldam, Murray MacAllister, Bronte Stray, Nadia Lyons and Chrissie Ponter. place finish for both the NT male and female players.

28 | Growing Cricket in the North NT FEMALE NICC TEAM Kale Birkholz Tiara Doolan Mica Fleming Carmella Gray Tahlia Holtze Nicole Honeysett Devena Lankin Tara Liddy Kelea Lovell Sally Moylan Geraldine Reid Naree Riley Deanne Rioli Lauren Taylor Sheralee Taylor Rita Tomlins

Coach: Bronte Stray Manager: Nadia Lyons

NT MALE NICC TEAM

Ayden Allen Lachlan Boal Zac Chapman Blair Dalton Dylan Fuller Andrew Glover Dayon Johnson Darrell Lowe Adrian McAdam Hayden Page Matt Paterson Sammy Richards Brad Spann

Coach: Greg Aldam Manager: Murray MacAllister

Growing Cricket in the North | 29 2017 Imparja Cup

The 2017 Imparja Cup saw a record number of players take part, with more than 500 cricketers competing in Major Centre Men, Community Men, Community Women and Schools Divisions in Alice Springs.

Held in conjunction with the National Indigenous Cricket John Chisholm from the Brothers in Arms was awarded Most • Megan Bathen (Central Stars) Championships, the annual Imparja Cup provides the opportunity Valuable Player while the Spirit of Cricket Award went to Chad • Rose Moore (Bush Potatoes) for cricketers from across Australia to join a celebration of cricket, Barnes of the Timber Creek Dingoes. Eleven school teams participated in a MILO T20 Blast Schools Cup family and two strong cultures. The Community Men Division Team of the Tournament was at Traeger Park during the Imparja Cup, with talented performances Eight teams competed in the Major Centre Men Division, where a named as: and enthusiasm on display from the NT’s future cricket stars. dominant Tennant Creek remained unbeaten throughout the week. • John Chisholm (Brothers in Arms) Batting first in the Grand Final against Alice Springs, a confident • Makiu Satour (Red Centre Wranglers) Tennant Creek reached 145, assisted by an impressive 59 not out • Andrew Sau (Anmatjere All Stars) from Marcus Maher. In reply, Alice Springs were unable to gain • Desmond Jones (Timber Creek Dingoes) momentum and were all out for 97. • Steve Renehan (Ityepintye Renegades) The Most Valuable Player Award went to Wussat Syed from • Jason Barnes (Timber Creek Dingoes) Alkupitja, while Alice Springs captain Ryan Mallard took home the • Baden Peckham (Ityepintye Renegades) Spirit of Cricket Award. • Zac Motlop (Timber Creek Dingoes) • Eric Campbell (Red Centre Wranglers) The Major Centres Division Team of the Tournament was • Reece Emmins (Red Centre Wranglers) named as: The Community Women Division had a record eight teams taking • Wussat Syed (Alkupitja) part and the grand final saw six-time defending champions, the • Tim Hordingham (Tennant Creek) Bush Potatoes, beat a spirited Ladeez Cricket Team by 7 wickets. • Reggie Smith (Alice Springs) The Most Valuable Player Award went to Febi Mansell from South • Taki Shioji (Tennant Creek) Australia while the Ladeez Cricket Team 2 took out the Spirit of • Nigel Lockyer (Alkupitja) Cricket Award. • Shannon Johnson (Top End Thunder) The Community Women Division Team of the Tournament • Thomas Gillett (Tennant Creek) was named as: • Dale Hillen (Katherine) • Febi Mansell (South Australia) • Gordon Mallard (Alice Springs) • Melissa Liddle (CAAMA) • Lavinna Saville (Bush Potatoes) • Trevor Presley (Alkupitja) • Sarah Roberts (Bush Potatoes) • Brian Rowse (Desert Eagles) • Stephanie Austin (South Australia) • Andrew Baker (Tennant Creek) • Nikki Crafter (Tennant Creek) The Community Men Division saw 16 teams vying for the title, • Phynea Maher (Ladeez Cricket Team) where a determined Red Centre Wranglers (128) took out the • Deanne Willetts (CAAMA) title in the grand final under lights against Brothers in Arms (120).

30 | Growing Cricket in the North Growing Cricket in the North | 31 Coach Education

NT Cricket’s Coach Development program strengthened this year as a result of an increase in competitive pathway opportunities. Over 40 Darwin and Alice Springs coaches completed their Community Coaching Accreditation and more than 60 coaches attended and participated in a variety of coach development initiatives.

The most notable coaching development opportunities came during the inaugural Strike League and breakdown on the days training session and targets with Darren Lehman, Greg Blewitt and Alex included a forum on short form cricket with panel members Ryan Lees (former First Class cricketer), Kountouris. Coaches were then provided with the opportunity to mingle with Australian players and Ash Doolan (City Cyclones coach and captain), Aaron Summers (City Cyclones and new Tasmanian staff during the main session prior to the practice game. Tiger player), Alex Ross (SA Redback, Brisbane Heat and Desert Blaze player) and Mark Sorell (NT The future of coach development in the Northern Territory will continue to adapt as coaches are Cricket). Attendees were taken inside the mind of some of the best coaches and players and learnt how provided with opportunities to explore new coaching philosophies in conjunction with NT Cricket, they adapt to and succeed in white ball cricket. the NTIS and visiting teams. Coach development initiatives also included a wicketkeeping session with Cricket Australia Pathway With the start of the Central Australian season upon us the focus now shifts to growing coaching Manager and former Test player Graham Manou, where pathway and club based players worked closely opportunities in the Red Centre. with Graham to develop their skills and coach approach to keeping. Another highlight was the open invite to coaches from Darren Lehmann and the Australian Cricket Team. Twenty coaches with a range of experience joined a team meeting before having a session

32 | Growing Cricket in the North NT Emerging Players The NT Emerging Players squad once again competed in the Darwin and Districts Cricket Competition (DDCC) One Day fixture.

The NT Emerging Players performed steadily throughout the competition and were provided with ongoing competitive opportunities to develop strategic team skills and find success in their individual positions. The team only came together on match days due to existing club and other pathways squad training commitments and Coach Adam Trunks was skilled in cohesively bringing together a group of younger players, supported by two senior players in every game. The support of DDCC clubs is greatly appreciated, alongside the commitment from the senior players who made themselves available to play with and mentor the younger players. The success of the program is broader than the number of wins or losses as evidenced by the powerful lessons learnt during the disappointing loss to a dominant Southern Districts Cricket Club. Thank you to Coach Adam Trunks and Assistant Coach / Manager Cameron Carroll for their commitment to this program.

Growing Cricket in the North | 33 NT Strike - SACA Redbacks League

The 2016 SACA Redbacks League season proved to be the NT Strike’s most successful on-field series performance in senior men’s cricket since the competition began in 2013, with the NT decisively taking out the championship.

The Redbacks League competition comprised of six 50 over One Day matches and two Two Day matches of 96 overs. NT Strike results included four wins and two draws (wash outs) in 50 over cricket, one loss to the PNG Barramundis and one outright win against the Northern Mavericks in the 96 over format. The outright win was the NT Strike’s last match and secured competition honours. The 2016 NT Strike squad included two Redback listed players; Tom Andrews and Jake Weatherald who were instrumental in early round results. Three Emerging Redback players, Luke Robins, Joel Logan and Jacob Dickman also performed admirably throughout the competition. Players to note include Luke Robins (top wicket taker for the competition, in the top 10 run scorers and Player of the Series), Ben Ellis (top 10 wicket takers), Joel Logan (top 10 wicket takers) and Ben Wakim (top run scorer for the competition). Kyle Scrimegour carried his bat from opening to not out in the Two Day match against PNG. Individual highlights include centuries to Jake Weatherald (112), Tom Andrews (106) and Ben Wakim (178 no), and five wicket returns to Luke Robins (6/48) and Ben Ellis (5/35). Ben Wakim set a new NT Strike high score record of 178 not out in a best team performance of 408 first inning runs against the Northern Mavericks. Thank you to Coach David King, Assistant Coach Ken Skewes and Manager Mark White.

NT STRIKE SQUAD

Tom Andrews Luke Robins Alex Bleakley Kyle Scrimegour Zac Chapman Aaron Summers Aditya Dhadwal Ben Wakim Jacob Dick Jake Weatherald Jacob Dickman Joshua Doyle Coach: David King Leigh Drennan Assistant Coach: Ken Skewes Josh Dunning Manager: Mark White Ben Ellis Lachlan Griffiths Stefan Hook Joel Logan Hamish Martin Michael Ninnerman Nick Patterson

34 | Growing Cricket in the North Australian Country Cricket Championships

The NT once again competed in the women’s division of the Australian Country Cricket Championships, held in Wollongong in January.

Nominations and preparations commenced in July and players trained weekly in Darwin (under Coach Ryan Schimanski) and Alice Springs (under Assistant Coach Nadia Lyons) during the selection process. The championships provides the players with the highest playing opportunities available for NT female players and in recognition, the team selected was named the NT Strike with players presented with numbered caps. The selection of the final squad was based on ensuring a competitive opportunity, balanced with younger players with aspirations for the future. The team displayed excellent performances and the win against Western Australia was very rewarding. The growing depth of NT talent is exciting and bodes well for the future. Thank you to Ryan Schimanski, Nadia Lyons and Cameron Carroll for their commitment and support of female cricket in the Northern Territory. Congratulations go to Northern Territory Cricket Board Member and Strike captain Julie Page on her selection in the Australian Country XI.

NT ACCC TEAM

Amber Cloughessy Jenny Munro Coach: Ryan Schimanski Carmella Gray Julie Page Assistant Coach: Nadia Lyons Rachel Hartung Sarah Roberts Manager: Cameron Carroll Matisse Hunter Emma Shearer Monet Hunter Bronte Stray Marii Kaukura Lauren Taylor Lexie Muller Rita Tomlins

Growing Cricket in the North | 35 NT Under 19s

The NT Under 19 team participated in the Cricket Australia National Championships in Adelaide from 5 - 15 December.

Under the direction of Cameron Borgas (Coach), Kim Dick (Assistant Coach/Manager) and Mark Allowing opportunities for NT players to identify tough match moments and develop plans is vital to Sorell (Senior Manager Pathways and Cricket) the NT based players began their preparations in June. development and growth and all players improved throughout the championships. A special mention goes to the fantastic hundred made by Hamish Martin in the match against Victoria. Supported by two supplementary players from Victoria and two from New South Wales, the squad commenced the competition with a strong and balanced skill set and fought hard in every Led by captain Dylan Mullen, the team remained strong throughout and were excellent representatives game. Despite some disappointing losses, the team played some very good cricket throughout the of NT Cricket and their clubs. Thank you to the Lord’s Taverners NT for their ongoing support, competition. and to Cameron Borgas, Kim Dick and Chris Evens (Physiotherapist) for their professionalism and genuine care and support of the team.

NT UNDER 19s SQUAD Chris Campbell Luke Courtney Declan Curran Sam Dick Josh Doyle Dean Fry Nathan Hangan Nick King Hamish Martin Dylan Mullen (c) Tom Nixon Corey Spink Tom Vane Tempest

Coach: Cameron Borgas Assistant Coach/Manager: Kim Dick

36 | Growing Cricket in the North NT Under 17s

The NT Under 17 team competed in the Cricket Australia National Championships in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast from 26 September to 6 October.

Preparations commenced in July with sessions at Marrara Cricket Ground and Traeger Park on Monday The addition of four supplementary players increased the depth of talent and team balance and players and Wednesday evenings. The training focused on game sense to allow players to learn about their role came together admirably to represent the NT. Despite some disappointing losses, all players improved and how best to play that role in competitive situations. Thank you to Jack Flynn and Ryan Schimanski and gained valuable competition experience. in Darwin and to the Alice Springs Town Council in Alice Springs for the preparation of facilities and Thank you to the Lord’s Taverners NT for their ongoing support and to Coach Mark Sorell and Assistant centre wickets to support the team. Coach / Managers Adam Trunks and Cameron Carroll.

NT UNDER 17s SQUAD Jeremy Binks Nic Cowling Jason Cox Adi Dave Dean Fry Lachlan Hearne Dulnath Hendawitherana Daniel McKell Jordie Misic Daniel Mylius Jack Page Wilson Ryan Cooper Wenck

Coach: Mark Sorell Assistant Coach/Manager: Adam Trunks Assistant Coach/Manager: Cameron Carroll

Growing Cricket in the North | 37 School Sport Australia Under Age Championships

The School Sport NT 12 & Under and the NT 15 & Under teams both competed in School Sport Australia national carnivals in Brisbane and Canberra during the year, delivering competitive performances on both occasions.

In the NT 12 & Under team, Huw Wiltshire and Riley Stone were outstanding with the bat, making top the standout bowler in the competition by taking 11 wickets with best figures of 4/44, while Daniel was scores of 62 and 50 respectively, while Will Pilkington was the standout bowler of the tournament with impressive with the gloves, collecting 13 dismissals including 7 stumpings. 10 wickets and best figures of 5/18. The team finished their five games with two great wins. The School Sport program provides important playing and competitive opportunities for players in the NT The NT 15 and Under team played only four games in a weather effected tour of the Sunshine Coast pathway. Thank you to Cameron Carroll, Adam Trunks, Dy Kelaart, Murali Varatharagah and Kaye Cowley and Brisbane but that didn’t stop Andrew Richards and Daniel Mylius from dominating. Andrew was for their support of the School Sport NT programs.

NT 12 & UNDER NT 15 & UNDER TEAM TEAM Jake Baker Adi Dave Lachlan Dumigan Andrew Richards Sam Elder Atish Ajaykumar Taj Glenn Bailey Curran Will Kelaart Cameron Hyde Charlie Kemp Daniel Mylius Zayden Lewis Jacob Blyton Thomas Menzies Janu Varatharajan Will Pilkington Marc Carter Kai Snape Patrick Bond Riley Stone Thomas Grose Nick Wheeler Banjo Waring Huw Wiltshire Tom Kelaart

Coach: Dy Kelaart Coach: Cameron Carroll Manager: Kaye Cowley Manager: Adam Trunks

38 | Growing Cricket in the North Growing Cricket in the North | 39 40 | Growing Cricket in the North Growing Cricket in the North | 41 42 | Growing Cricket in the North Darwin and Districts Cricket Competition

Darwin and Districts cricket entered the 2017 season with the establishment of a new Darwin Cricket Management Board (DCMB). These governance changes saw the re-establishment of DDCC’s own financial account and reporting, a new committee and the separation of the Committee Chair and NT Cricket Board representative roles. Paul Allen stepped into the new DCMB Chair role and provides the following report.

The start of the season was disrupted due to rain and despite tremendous efforts by curators, the T20 Darwin Cricket Club continued their dominance this season, claiming the A Grade premiership, the competition was cancelled along with some early rounds of the One Day competition. Casuarina Club Cup, the C and D grade premiership and the Club Championship.

Fixture changes were required to accommodate the Australian Cricket Team training camp, however the Thank you once again to John Marshall (JM) for his untiring efforts in coordinating the competition. benefits of being able to meet Australian players and support staff justified any inconvenience.

I would like to congratulate all award winners for the season, with special mention of Sam Elder from Paul Allen Waratah Cricket Club who was awarded Junior Cricketer of the Year. He followed this up with a win in Chair – Darwin Cricket Management Board the Division 1 Grand Final. I also acknowledge Ralph Wiese Medal recipient and Premier Grade Cricketer of the Year Brad Schmulian from Waratah Cricket Club.

Growing Cricket in the North | 43 Alice Springs Cricket Association

Congratulations to all players who participated in the 2016/17 season of the Alice Springs Cricket Association (ASCA) competition.

West Cricket Club claimed the 2017/18 Carlton Mid A Grade One The clubs put in a huge effort at the start of the season to change Alister Stevic transferred to NT Cricket’s Darwin office at the end of Day Premiership, the A Grade T20 title and the B Grade One Day Junior Cricket formats to suit the number of participants within the season after achieving significant growth in cricket participation competition. Federal Cricket Club took out the Women’s Cricket the region. This will continue this season with the development of in the region. I wish to acknowledge his contribution to cricket in Premiership and were successful in the B and C Grade T20 format further innovation to encourage more junior participants. the region and at the same time welcome Matt Henderson who has and the Division 2 Two Day competition. Gapview Works Cricket . taken on the role of Regional Cricket Officer in central Australia. Club claimed the C Grade One Day competition and the Division 1 Junior cricketers participated in a Strike League Camp in Alice Junior premiership, along with the ASCA Club Championship. Springs and gained extensive knowledge from NT Cricket Pathways I appreciate the commitment of the many people who support staff Mark Sorell and Cameron Carroll and high performance ASCA. Thank you to Vice President, Rob Borgas who ran the coaches Uli Van Duyker & Udara Weerasinghe who are both former competition with great support from the five club presidents. I also Ben Ellis (Gapview Works Cricket Club) was awarded the Alice first class cricketers from their respective nations in South Africa want to recognise the work of Richard Bond in providing a very Springs Cricket Association Senior Cricketer of Year and the and Sri Lanka. professional and well organised account of our finances and Michael 2016/17 Wapper Medal, while the Centralian Sports Division 1 Trull for the effort he puts in to make the competition run as well as Junior Cricketer of the Year was Will Thomas (Gapview Works Thank you to Amber Ashton, Nadia Lyons & Christine Ponter who it does and his role linking ASCA with the NT Cricket Association. Cricket Club). led a very able Women’s subcommittee and to Scott Nicolai for his moderation of MyCricket and the ASCA website. Thank you to club executives and delegates who have worked hard Marii Kaukura (Federal Cricket Club) was named the Jenny Kroker to make the past season a success. It is a pleasure to work with Alice Springs Women’s Cricketer of the Year and Rachel Hartung Thank you to long term premier sponsor Carlton United Breweries. people who are dedicated and committed to making cricket the (Gapview Works Cricket Club) was awarded the Junior Female We also acknowledge sponsorship from the Yeperenye Shopping town’s best organised and enjoyed sport for all. Cricketer of the Year. Emmalyne Schmidt (West Cricket Club) won Centre and thank Nicole Walsh for her support. Greg Revell from the Braszell Medal and the Nanet Pagsanjan Women’s Rookie of the Centralian Sports has continued to sponsor the Junior Cricketer I wish you all well in that season. Year was awarded to Brie Dalzell (Federal Cricket Club). Neville of the Year and Local Directories have renewed their sponsorship. Hill and Amber Ashton were awarded Volunteers of the Year. Thank you also to the radio and newspaper reporters who provide Bruce Walker the very positive stories on cricket throughout the season. President Alice Springs was fortunate to again stage a Sheffield Shield I also wish to thank and acknowledge the ground staff of the Alice game between Victoria and Western Australia before hosting the Springs Town Council (ASTC) for providing valuable support, and Sheffield Shield Grand Final between Victoria and South Australia, the Department of Sport and Recreation for their assistance with which Victoria won on the 5th day of play. Traeger Park and the grants through NT Cricket. The ATSC supports cricket with the Alice Springs community support received great acclaim and preparation of venues and wickets and we are privileged to be able acknowledgment from Cricket Victoria and this match was history to have such superb cricket venues. The presentation of Traeger in the making. Park for a Sheffield Shield four-day fixture was a first-class event for the town and Council staff excelled. Scott Allen, Samantha Hacon, The ASCA season saw the introduction of the Alice Springs Indian Athol Mitchell and the team have greatly improved the cricket Community Cricket Club (ASICCC) into all senior men’s grades playing facilities in the town. A special acknowledgment for the in the T20 competition where teams went on to reach the Grand work undertaken by Athol Mitchell in maintaining the surface of the Final in both A and B Grades. ASCA players also competed in the turf practice nets. inaugural Asian Cup, where Pakistan, India and Sri Lanka played in a competitive competition which saw Pakistan win over India in the We were again short of umpires throughout the season and I grand final. thank and commend David Young for taking the reigns as Umpire Coordinator. A big thank you must also go to the umpires who helped throughout the season, including Phil Nippress, Paul Leggett, The season was also marked by the sad loss of umpire Paul Leggett Leigh Polkinghorne, Renee Boardman, Isiah Lyons and Lachlan in a drowning accident at Ellery Big Hole. Saunders. 44 | Growing Cricket in the North Katherine District Cricket Competition

The 2017 season, played on Dr Peter Short Oval, was one of the strongest Katherine competitions in several years.

The season commenced with a pre-season carnival which saw eight teams from across the region compete in the 8-a-side carnival. A dominant Cows took out a consecutive title. The 15-round season saw three teams compete, with the Cows and the Bats reaching the final tied at 14 points each. The Magpies, largely represented by military personnel, also put in a strong performance. The Cows competed strongly to claim the 2017 T30 Championship. Congratulations to all award winners, including Magpies highest run scorer, T.J (116), Magpies highest wicket taker, James Westley (7), Bats highest run scorer, Rhys Langley (364), Bats highest wicket taker, Andrew McKerracher (14), Cows highest run scorer, Chanderdeep Singh (568) and the Cows highest wicket takers Shannon Dohl (20) and Lokesh Anand (20). The most valuable player of the season was tallied from captain’s votes after each game, with Rhys Langley and Chanderdeep Singh being awarded 18 points each and jointly taking out the award. Thank you to all players for an excellent season of cricket played in good spirit. Thank you also to the volunteers and committee members for their hard work and commitment and special appreciation to Jim Westley and Mark Grosser who will be missed as they step down from the committee following this season.

Growing Cricket in the North | 45 Tennant Creek Cricket Association

What a season 2016/17 was for cricket in Tennant Creek. For the first time in nearly 20 years, a committee was established and I personally thank all committee members for their commitment and contribution over the year. Thank you also to NT Cricket’s Alister Stevic for assisting us to set up the association and to develop the constitution.

The Tennant Creek Cricket Association (TCCA) was very fortunate years, as the juniors will become the future senior players who will The $5m facility upgrades to Purkiss Reserve which includes a to be granted a $5,000 community grant from the Barkly Regional sustain the competition. cricket training facility of three nets promises a strong future for Council to help set up the association. We also secured the Memo cricket in Tennant Creek. The TCCA assisted NT Cricket with the Imparja Cup matches Club as a major sponsor and T & J Contractors as a minor sponsor played in Tennant Creek in early February for the first time. The to help cover some costs for junior players. Thank you to all 2016/17 committee members and I wish the new TCCA also sponsored the local Tennant Creek Imparja Cup male committee members the best for 2017/18. I hope that cricket stays and female teams to travel to Alice Springs and play in the week strong in Tennant Creek for many years to come. The 2016/17 season included two competitions; a 20/20 style long competition. The females won two games and lost one, to competition and a One Day 35 over competition. Both competitions finish in third place. The men’s team, after nearly 30 years, won the saw four teams participate and congratulations goes to the winners, Marcus Maher Imparja Cup for the first time, beating Alice Springs in the final on President however thanks must really go the committed team captains who Traeger Park. Four players from the Tennant Creek side, who also ensured their players were registered and their team was ready to play in the local TCCA competition, were selected in the Major play each week. Centres Division Team of the Tournament. The TCCA also trialed a junior competition on a Saturday in Financially, TCCA is in a good position after its first season and between games and then on a Thursday afternoon. This competition was recently successful in obtaining a Community Broadcasting still requires assistance from the community and promotion to gain Foundation grant to help cover the cricket pitch with a full-length interested juniors. This needs to be the focus for the next couple of cover during the AFL season.

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The 2016/17 season again saw opportunities for umpire representative duties during the Australian squad tour, the Bangladesh Academy tour and SACA Redback League matches.

The Darwin & Districts Cricket Competition (DDCC) saw ten Level 1 It was pleasing to see Philippa Lally complete her Level 1 qualification and 2 qualified umpires covering all A grade and some B grade games and officiate in the Alice Springs senior men’s competition as well as the throughout the season. John Tate and Robert Stewart were new umpire Imparja Cup. additions and the inaugural Strike League provided further official roles which the umpiring group met with professionalism. NT Cricket acknowledges the countless number of volunteers who officiated in junior matches throughout the Territory, significantly Thank you to SACA and Cricket Australia for supporting the Strike contributing to the success of matches every weekend. Umpires play League by providing Simon Fry and umpires from South Australia over an important role in the game of cricket and NT Cricket recognises the finals weekend. the crucial role they play in delivering great cricket matches and events.

In Central Australia, the development of umpires and their skills was Thank you to all umpires throughout the Northern Territory who have achieved through two Umpire Workshops which assisted more than 30 officiated during the 2016/17 season. participants to complete their Cricket Australia Community Umpires Level 1 Accreditation. In addition, 70% of participants actively umpired during the club season. Vale Paul Leggett The Alice Springs Cricket Association and NT Cricket were saddened by the death of Paul

Leggett while swimming at Ellery Creek Big Hole in December. Paul was an extremely dedicated cricket umpire whose enthusiasm was unmatched in Alice Springs. Paul was a Level 2 Cricket Umpire who served the sport of cricket in Alice Springs, Adelaide and Darwin. He was a professional music teacher who taught music at the Alice Springs Steiner School and Yirara College, and more recently at Centralian Middle School. Paul also taught his own private music lessons. Paul will be remembered for the honesty, dedication and professionalism he brought to the sport of cricket in Alice Springs.

Growing Cricket in the North | 47 Curator’s Report

The NT Cricket curating team continued to focus on producing high standard wickets and facilities along with encouraging personal development through local and interstate opportunities.

Ryan Schimanski and myself have continued preparations on Marrara Cricket Grounds 1 and 2, The 2017 Darwin and Districts Cricket Competition season didn’t start as planned with the record wet University Oval and Asbuild Sporting Complex and significant improvements on these wickets have been regularly washing out April matches, however most games went ahead. acknowledged by players and on the scoreboard. The 2017 season also saw the inaugural Strike League which has given Ryan and myself incentive to further Congratulations to Darwin Cricket Club on successfully defending their Darwin and Districts Cricket enhance facilities at Marrara and hone our preparation skills as we strive to replicate first class conditions Competition premiership title and to the NT Strike for taking out the SACA Redbacks League. These during training and on match day. Consistent positive feedback from visiting first players during this period competitions continue to provide a great point of focus to ensure our facilities are of the highest standard indicated that we more than met their expectations. possible. We are very thankful for the support we have received from associated bodies, players, members, During the off season, we strengthened our relationship with AFLNT by taking on additional fixtures supporters and volunteers over 2016/17 and in particular the efforts of NT Cricket staff who have at Marrara in the NTFL season and being readily available to assist with line marking of football venues supported the curating team during this year. throughout Darwin. Jack Flynn Ryan travelled to Adelaide to work with the SACA grounds team at Park 25 in a particularly wet period Head Curator in South Australia. Fortunately, games were still able to be played though Ryan’s experience grew exponentially in the use and deployment of covers. We are extremely appreciative of SACA and their grounds manager Justin Groves who continue to support the development of our staff and the preparation of wickets at the National Indigenous Cricket Championships and Imparja Cup in Alice Springs.

I arranged to work for two weeks with Peter Devlin at North Sydney Oval in the lead up to the WBBL weekend which featured six matches across the two ovals. This was also a chance to see the progress from last season’s installation and development of the five drop-in cricket pitches.

I also spent 10 days working at Etihad Stadium which included their first BBL T20 fixture for the season and the amazing turnaround time of the Stadium transforming from a concert to cricket ground with drop installation and returfing areas. These experiences put me in a good position for high profile games and the pressures associated for future matches in the Territory and I thank Etihad arena manager Gavin Darby for allowing this opportunity.

Along with the assistance of SACA grounds staff Bridget Patterson, NT Cricket curators provided the Alice Springs Town Council and Cricket Australia with support for the National Indigenous Cricket Cup and Imparja Cup. Following these events, two Sheffield Shield matches were held in Alice Springs, one of which was the final and the first time a grand final has been held in regional Australia. I would like to thank the Alice Springs Town Council, Cricket Victoria, Cricket Australia and the NT Government, along with Scott Allen, Trent Kelly and Les Burdett for the chance to be a part of this historic event which has seen high level cricket continued to be played in the Territory over the last three summers.

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Growing Cricket in the North | 51 Northern Territory Cricket Association Inc

Committee’s Report 30 June 2017

1. General information

Committee Members

The names of committee members throughout the year and at the date of this report are: Bruce Walker AM (Chair) Clare Martin (Deputy Chair) Steve Ward (Public Officer) Chris Young Julie Page Andrew Moo Michael Trull John Anictomatis ‑ resigned Jarrod Wapper ‑ resigned

Principal Activities The principal activities of the Association during the financial year were to develop the standards of performance, participation and administration in cricket in the Northern Territory.

Significant Changes No significant change in the nature of these activities occurred during the year.

2. Operating results and review of operations for the year

Operating results The surplus / (deficit) of the Association for the financial year after providing for income tax amounted to $ (124,437) (2016: $ 46,408).

Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Members of the Committee:

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Committee Member: ......

Dated this: 19th day of October 2017

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Statement of Profit or Loss For the Year Ended 30 June 2017 Assets and Liabilities Statement For the Year Ended 30 June 2017

2017 2016 2017 2016 Note $ $ $ $ Revenue from ordinary activities 2,143,261 2,231,282 ASSETS Other expenses (650,586) (642,388) CURRENT ASSETS Employee costs (1,011,035) (938,246) Cash and cash equivalents 3 983,956 627,554 Travel and accommodation (363,128) (354,045) Trade and other receivables 4 72,155 65,291 Uniforms (76,233) (76,227) Prepayments 20,141 1,962 Surplus / (Deficit) for the year before depreciation 42,279 220,376 TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 1,076,252 694,807 Depreciation expense (166,716) (173,968) NON-CURRENT ASSETS Surplus / (Deficit) for the year after depreciation (124,437) 46,408 Property, plant and equipment 5 4,461,351 4,632,554 Retained surplus at the beginning of the financial year 3,762,809 3,716,401 TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 4,461,351 4,632,554 Retained surplus at the end of the financial year 3,638,372 3,762,809 TOTAL ASSETS 5,537,603 5,327,361 LIABILITIES CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade and other payables 6 166,737 121,101 Employee benefits 88,244 83,451 Grants received in advance 334,250 50,000 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 589,231 254,552 NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES TOTAL LIABILITIES 589,231 254,552 NET ASSETS 4,948,372 5,072,809

MEMBERS’ FUNDS Reserves 1,310,000 1,310,000 Retained surplus 3,638,372 3,762,809 TOTAL MEMBERS’ EQUITY 4,948,372 5,072,809

Growing Cricket in the North | 53 Northern Territory Cricket Association Inc Notes to the Financial Statements For the Year Ended 30 June 2017

The financial statements cover Northern Territory Cricket Association Inc as an individual entity. (c) Employee benefits Northern Territory Cricket Association Inc is a not-for-profit Association incorporated in the Northern Territory under the Associations Act 2015 (‘the Act’). Provision is made for the Association’s liability for employee benefits arising from services rendered by employees to the end of the reporting year. Employee benefits have been measured at the The functional and presentation currency of Northern Territory Cricket Association Inc is Australian amounts expected to be paid when the liability is settled. dollars. (d) Income Tax Comparatives are consistent with prior years, unless otherwise stated as in Note 6. No provision for income tax has been raised in these accounts. 1. Basis of Preparation (e) Revenue and other income In the opinion of the Committee of Management, the Association is not a reporting entity since there Revenue is recognised when the amount of the revenue can be measured reliably, it is probable are unlikely to exist users of the financial report who are not able to command the preparation that economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the entity and specific criteria of reports tailored so as to satisfy specifically all of their information needs. These special purpose relating to the type of revenue as noted below, has been satisfied. financial statements have been prepared to meet the reporting requirements of the Act. Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable and is presented The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the recognition and measurement net of returns, discounts and rebates. requirements of the Australian Accounting Standards and Accounting Interpretations, and the disclosure All revenue is stated net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST). requirements of AASB 101 Presentation of Financial Statements, AASB 108 Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors and AASB 1054 Australian Additional Disclosures. (f) Goods and Services Tax (GST)

2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Tax Office. In these circumstances, the GST (a) Property, Plant and Equipment is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense. Receivables and payables in the statement of assets and liabilities are shown inclusive of GST. Property, plant and equipment is carried at cost less, where applicable, any accumulated depreciation.

The depreciable amount of all property, plant and equipment is depreciated over the useful lives of the assets to the Association commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use.

Each class of property, plant and equipment is carried at cost or fair value less, where applicable, any accumulated depreciation and impairment.

Depreciation

Property, plant and equipment is depreciated on a straight‑line basis over the assets useful life to the Association, commencing when the asset is ready for use. (b) Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and deposits held at call with banks.

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3. Cash and cash equivalents 5. Property, plant and equipment continued 2017 2016 2017 2016 $ $ $ $ Cash on hand 1,467 500 Computer equipment Cash at bank 982,489 627,054 At cost 48,646 48,646 Total cash and cash equivalents 983,956 627,554 Accumulated depreciation (45,264) (41,962) Total computer equipment 3,382 6,684

4. Trade and other receivables Total plant and equipment 226,997 284,602 2017 2016 Total property, plant and equipment 4,461,351 4,632,554 $ $ CURRENT 6. Trade and other payables Trade receivables 71,566 65,291 2017 2016 Other receivables 589 - $ $ Total current trade and other receivables 72,155 65,291 CURRENT Unsecured liabilities 5. Property, plant and equipment Trade payables 78,280 34,197 2017 2016 Accrued expenses 5,000 5,000 Other payables 83,457 81,904 $ $ LAND AND BUILDINGS Total Payables 166,737 121,101 Freehold land 294,000 294,000 7. Other Financial Liabilities At independent valuation 2017 2016 Total Land 294,000 294,000 Buildings $ $ At independent valuation 1,016,000 1,016,000 CURRENT 2017 2016 At cost 3,483,907 3,483,907 Accumulated depreciation (559,553) (445,955) $ $ Total buildings 3,940,354 4,053,952 Total land and buildings 4,234,354 4,347,952 Government grants 334,250 50,000 Plant and equipment At cost 477,127 477,127 Accumulated depreciation (259,049) (220,038) Total plant and equipment 218,078 257,089 Motor vehicles At cost 63,215 146,734 Accumulated depreciation (57,678) (125,905) Total motor vehicles 5,537 20,829

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Statement by members of the committee Independent Audit Report to the members of Northern Territory Cricket Association Inc

The committee has determined that the Association is not a reporting entity and that this special Report on the Audit of the Financial Report purpose financial report should be prepared in accordance with the accounting policies outlined in Qualified Opinion Note 2 to the financial statements. We have audited the accompanying financial report, being a special purpose financial report of In the opinion of the committee the financial report as set out on pages 53-55: Northern Territory Cricket Association Inc (the Association), which comprises the statement of assets and liabilities as at 30 June 2017, the statement of profit or loss for the year then ended, and notes to 1. Presents fairly the financial position of Northern Territory Cricket Association Inc as at 30 June the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies, and the statement by members of the committee. 2017 and its performance for the year ended on that date. In our opinion, except for the effects of the matter described in the Basis for Qualified Opinion section 2. At the date of this statement, there are reasonable grounds to believe that Northern Territory of our report, the accompanying financial report of the Association for the year ended 30 June 2017 Cricket Association Inc will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due. is prepared, in all material respects, in accordance with the Northern Territory Associations Act 2015.

This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the committee and is signed for and on behalf Basis for Qualified Opinion of the committee by: Completeness of income As is common for organisations of this type, it is not practicable for Northern Territory Cricket Association Incorporated to maintain an effective system of internal control over fees and other income Committee Member ...... until their initial entry into the accounting records and bank statements. Our audit in relation to these items was limited to amounts recorded in the accounting records. Accordingly, we are unable to express an opinion on the completeness of income. We conducted our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. Our responsibilities under Committee Member ...... those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Report section of our report. We are independent of the Association in accordance with the auditor independence requirements of the ethical requirements of the Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board’s APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (the Code) that are relevant to our audit of the financial report in Australia. We have also fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities Dated this 19th day of October 2017. in accordance with the Code. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our qualified opinion. Emphasis of Matter ‑ Basis of Accounting We draw attention to Note 1 of the financial report, which describes the basis of accounting. The financial report is prepared to assist the Association in meeting the reporting requirements of the Northern Territory Associations Act 2015. As a result, the financial report may not be suitable for another purpose. Our report is intended solely for the Association and should not be distributed to or used by parties other than the Association. Our opinion is not modified in respect of this matter.

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Responsibilities of Management and Those Charged with Governance Disclaimer Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in The additional financial data presented on page 57 is in accordance with the books and records of the accordance with the Northern Territory Associations Act 2015, and for such internal control as Association which have been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in our statutory audit of the management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of the financial report is free from Association for the year ended 30 June 2017. It will be appreciated that our statutory audit did not material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. cover all details of the additional financial data. Accordingly, we do not express an opinion on such In preparing the financial report, management is responsible for assessing the the Association’s ability financial data and we give no warranty of accuracy or reliability in respect of the data provided. Neither to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the the firm nor any member or employee of the firm undertakes responsibility in any way whatsoever to going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the Association or to any person (other than Northern Territory Cricket Association Inc) in respect of such data, including cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so. any errors of omissions therein however caused. Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Association’s financial reporting process. Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Report Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial report as a whole is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregat

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Income and Expenditure Statement 30 June 2017

2017 2016 2017 2016 $ $ $ $ Income Cricket Australia operational grants 1,024,658 1,024,658 Catering costs 42,242 36,512 NT Government grants and subsidies 616,670 594,891 Consultants 31,825 - Capital grant ‑ NTG 100,000 50,000 Insurance 30,314 23,478 Unexpended grants carried forward (103,000) - Player awards and payments 24,190 33,123 Other income 155,700 129,294 Accounting and audit fees 24,019 21,241 Sponsorship income 91,062 91,706 Telephone expenses 22,839 26,804 Dividend income 83,615 171,936 Coaches payments 20,700 22,000 Other grants 63,661 44,750 Other staff expenses 19,574 16,074 Reimbursements 63,505 54,498 Electricity 19,474 20,157 Membership and affiliation fees 31,764 46,354 Advertising 18,755 10,070 Team nominations 16,800 14,818 Fuel and oil 18,629 16,985 Interest income 3,315 4,940 Ground hire and management 17,588 25,378 Total Income 2,147,750 2,227,845 Umpire payments 17,588 19,321 Less: Expenses Cleaning 16,519 16,369 Salaries and wages 898,386 777,973 Printing, postage and stationery 14,252 10,645 Travel and accomodation 363,128 354,045 Water 12,447 20,398 Depreciation 166,716 173,968 Entertainment 12,198 9,321 Repairs and maintenance 93,443 85,375 Sewerage 10,761 11,223 Superannuation 78,967 68,461 Computer and IT expenses 9,297 13,013 Uniforms 76,233 76,227 Security 8,792 4,707 Sundry expenses 70,506 91,200 Rates and taxes 8,405 8,180 Motor vehicle expenses 42,910 36,512 Workers compensation 10,029 5,808

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2017 2016 2017 2017 $ $ $ $

Equalisation 4,918 8,580 NTIS Sports agreement - 20,000 Clay 8,090 4,245 Sponsorships - 409 Leave provision movements 7,315 35,616 Total expenses 2,272,187 2,181,437 Prize money 7,226 6,000 Surplus / (Deficit) for the year (124,437) 46,408 Waste removal 6,844 5,252 Freight 4,918 8,580 Gain /(loss) on disposal of assets 4,489 (3,436) Equipment hire 4,484 10,883 Trophies 4,414 5,626 Manager’s payments 4,400 9,720 Scorers 3,00 3,590 Staff training 2,970 10,094 Functions 2,889 8,027 Ice 2,795 3,288 Clinics 2,727 - Workers compensation 2,172 10,029 Legal costs 1,449 366 Grants repaid 947 - Event management 791 1,728 In2Cricket kits 732 17,100 Scoreboard attendants 645 495 Internet and email 70 1,235

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