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NEW PHOTOGRAPHS OF MEMBERS - November, 2011

Some member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website. To view these go to "Photo Gallery" drop down menu and then click on "Members' Photographs". Proceed to index 13 and click on the 7th photograph (Marisa, Jessica and Kiana) onwards. Seventeen photographs have been added. Alternatively you can click on the "Photo Gallery" button under "Quick Links" on the left hand side of main page of the website.

Click here to go directly to the new photographs of GDFRA Members

2011 ANNUAL REPORT - October, 2011

The 2011 Annual Report has been added to the website. The report can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (On the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Referee's Document" and then the sub sub menu "Referee's Reports" and clicking on it. If you wish to view the report now then click on the following PDF symbol:

LAWS OF THE GAME 2011 - 2012 - August 2011

FIFA has released the 2011-2012 Laws of the Game and these have been added to the website. The 2011-2012 Laws of the game can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Laws of the Game" and then click on the PDF symbol at the bottom of the page for the 2011-2012 Laws of the Game or under the sub menu "Law Questions", then the sub sub menu "FIFA Laws of the Game 2011-2012".

PLEASE NOTE: The FIFA Laws of the Game 2011-2012 are the latest available and generally don't come into effect in Australia until 2012 (except for the "A" League).

Please refer to the Technical Sub Committee of GDSRA before following them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

You can also click on the following PDF symbol to view the material:

THE LATEST HANDBOOK FOR THE 2011 SEASON - April 2011

The new 2011 Handbook has been prepared by the secretary and is available on the website. It can be found under the "Handbook" section of the web site. Why not take a look so that you understand what is required for the 2011 season. It has some interesting and valuable information. This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information". Especially, please note the new Team Sheet!

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol:

FOOTBALL NSW CIRCULAR - UPDATED HOT WEATHER POLICY - February 2011

Football NSW has issued an updated circular (1st February, 2011) on Hot Weather which has been added to the website under the "Referees' Documents" link.

With higher temperatures now occurring more frequently consideration must be given to the effects of heat and humidity on elite and amateur athletes and particularly children involved in football activities.

In response, Football NSW has considered several factors including the increased popularity of summer football and an increase in events held in warmer months. The information on the website is therefore recommended in accordance with duty of care and information as issued by Sports Medicine Australia.

To view this go to the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referees' Documents" and then click on sub sub menu "Referees' Circulars".

If you want to go directly there now by clicking on the following pdf symbol:

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as this file is in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

PERSONAL TRAINING & FITNESS - January, 2011

The Committee is pleased to advise that it has secured the services of a Professional Trainer to get us all fit for the start of the season. Details of the Training program are as follows: Commencing Tuesday, 1^st February for 10 consecutive Tuesday nights. The Venue is Greystanes Sports Ground on Merrylands Road Greystanes, almost opposite Kippax Street. There are two session as follows:

6.30 pm session for the TAP participants and members who are seeking a hard physical workout;

7.30 pm for Members seeking to get fit;

Both sessions will be taken by Marco Divitale, a professional trainer;

Ø Should the grounds be affected by wet weather and not be safe for training, the secretary will know by say 2pm. A decision will be made and posted on the web site so that you have ample time to know if training has been cancelled;

Ø There is a client consultation form which the trainer needs completed. Copies can be obtained from the secretary! Marco especially needs to know if you have any condition and the disclaimers on pages 4, is for a parent/guardian to sign should the participant be under 18 years of age;

Ø Please fill out and take the form with you on the first attendance night;

Ø Special requirements: Each participant needs to bring:-

Sufficient amount of water/water bottle. Most parks have taps available should more water be required;
A towel. Some exercises may involve laying on the towel so please ensure you are comfortable with the size of your towel;
Hat and applied sunscreen are optional but recommended at all times;
Any medical aids that you may require (Asthma Inhaler, etc.)

Training is free for members, and the cost will be met by the Association. The Committee encourages active members to attend.

2011 REFEREES COURSES - January, 2011

In 2011, GDSRA will be holding a number of courses for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game. Local GDSFA details and procedures will also be explained. The venue for the first course will be at Merrylands Bowling, Recreation and Sports Club, Oxford Street, Merrylands and will run from 6:30 pm to 9:15 pm each night. The first course starts on Monday 14th February, 2011. Courses run for five nights - Click on the red button for details.

There will be a nominal charge of $55.00 for each course and all attendees will receive the latest FIFA Law Book and the FIFA DVD on the Laws of the Game together with participant's workbooks and manuals. This is a completely restructured course using latest Football Federation Australia training materials.

For further information contact Lyn Nielsen: 0418278100 or email: nielsenfamily1@optusnet.com.au For a flyer on the latest course . Details of the laws of the game and questions and answers on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

2010 ANNUAL REPORT - November, 2010

The 2010 Annual Report has been added to the website. The report can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Referee's Document" and then the sub sub menu "Referee's Reports" and clicking on it. If you wish to view the report now then click on the following word symbol:

FOOTBALL NSW REFEREES' REIMBURSEMENTS 2011 - November, 2010

Details of Referees' Reimbursements for 2011 have been added under the "Referees' Documents" link. Access can also be obtained under the "Members Information" drop down menu and then clicking on "Referees Fees 2011". These referees' payments are as approved by the board of Football NSW on September 28, 2010 and cover all competitions within the State.

to proceed directly to the list of reimbursements for 2011.

SOME NEW PHOTOGRAPHS - September 2010

Some member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs". Proceed to index 12 and click on the 17th photograph (John Levvell) onwards. Five photographs have been added. Alternatively you can click on the "New Photos" button on the main page of the website.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

FFA OFFICIALS LOG BOOK - August 2010

FFA is not printing the Blue Log Books anymore and have issued a paper based version which can be downloaded from our website. I have modified it to suit as the format made it difficult to print off.

To achieve FFA re-accreditation a range of activities must be undertaken by officials during the currency of their FFA accreditation licence. These will assist officials to keep up to date with such elements as the latest laws, interpretations, officiating techniques, strategies, policies, risk management, legal responsibilities and expectations. This continuous education also provides developmental pathways and programs for all officials and is essential for the well-being and development of Football.

The log can be found under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Referee's Documents" and then the sub sub menu "Referee's Reports" and clicking on the word document symbol for "FFA Officials Log Book". If you wish to download a copy of the "Log Book" now then click on the following word symbol:

GDSRA FORUM IS NOW ON THE iPHONE® - July 2010

Our forum host now has an iPhone® application too so you can access the forum wherever you are! As this is an official ProBoards App on the iPhone® you can also access the football (GDSFA) forum too! The application with iPhone 4™, iPhone 3GS®, iPhone 3G®, the original iPhone®, and iPod touch®. Just go to the application icon on your iPhone® and download it. To select either or both forums hit the "+" button and type in "referees" for our forum or "gdsfa" for the football forum. It operates a little different to our PC based version but nevertheless it is easy to follow.

LAWS OF THE GAME 2010 - 2011 - June 2010

FIFA has just released the 2010-2011 Laws of the Game and these have been added to the website. The 2010-2011 Laws of the game can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Laws of the Game" and then click on the PDF symbol at the bottom of the page for the 2010-2011 Laws of the Game or under the sub menu "Law Questions", then the sub sub menu "FIFA Laws of the Game 2010-2011".

PLEASE NOTE: The FIFA Laws of the Game 2010-2011 are the latest available and generally don't come into effect in Australia until 2011 (except for the "A" League).

Please refer to the E. & E. C. of GDSRA before following them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

You can also click on the following PDF symbol to view the material:

2009 ANNUAL REPORT - February, 2010

The 2009Annual Report has been added to the website. The report can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Referee's Document" and then the sub sub menu "Referee's Reports" and clicking on it. If you wish to view the report now then click on the following word symbol:

2010 KANGA CUP - February, 2010

Referees, referee coaches and mentors are wanted for the 2010 Kanga Cup.

The McDonald’s Kanga Cup is the biggest youth football tournament in the Southern Hemisphere. 2009 saw 230 teams competing and a record number of referees.

Played in Canberra the McDonald’s Kanga Cup is the biggest youth football tournament in the Southern Hemisphere with over 200 teams from all around Australia and overseas. Running for a week, the tournament is open to club, school, association or community based teams that are part of the FFA family and caters for male and female youth ranging from 10 to 18 years of age. More than 600 matches are played at eight venues across the National Capital, with referees receiving up to three matches a day. The week also includes a number of off field social events for both players and referees. In 2009 95 local and 51 visiting referees officiated at the Kanga Cup, including referees from New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and Victoria as well as international referees from New Zealand.

This is a great competition and you will meet fellow referees and make new friendships together with having expert coaching and good advice from experienced refereeing coaches and mentors. If you wish to apply or obtain further details click on the link below:

http://gdsra.com.au/kangacup.htm

2010 REFEREES COURSES - January, 2010

In 2010, GDSRA will be holding a number of courses for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game. Local GDSFA details and procedures will also be explained. The venue for the first course in February will be St Michael's Clubhouse, Crown Terrace & Bella Vista Drive, Baulkham Hills and the second course in March will be at Merrylands Bowling and Sports Club, Oxford Street, Merrylands and will run from 6:30 pm to 9:15 pm each night. Courses run for five nights - Click on the red button below for details.

There will be a nominal charge of $50.00 for each course and all attendees will receive the latest FIFA Law Book and the FIFA DVD on the Laws of the Game together with participant's workbooks and manuals. This is a completely restructured course using latest Football Federation Australia training materials.

For further information contact John Kemp: 0412200541 or e-mail: kempjohn@optusnet.com.au For a flyer on the courses . Details of the laws of the game and questions and answers on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

2010 MEMBERSHIP FORM - January, 2010

The 2010 membership form is now online for members to renew their membership or new people wishing to join and become referees. The form can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" and then clicking on "Membership Form". Also it is available by clicking on the button on the main page or alternatively you can directly go to the form by clicking on the following "Word" symbol:

2010 COMMITTEE - January, 2010

The 2010 Committee has been added to the website. This can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to "Committee" and clicking on it. If you wish to view the report now then click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

FOOTBALL NSW REFEREES' REIMBURSEMENTS 2010 - December, 2009

Details of Referees' Reimbursements for 2010 have been added under the "Referees' Documents" link. Access can also be obtained under the "Members Information" drop down menu and then clicking on "Referees Fees 2010". These referees' payments are as approved by the board of Football NSW on October 8, 2009 and cover all competitions within the State.

to proceed directly to the list of reimbursements for 2010.

FOOTBALL NSW CIRCULAR - HOT WEATHER POLICY - December 2009

Football NSW has issued a circular (19th November, 2009) on Hot Weather which has been added to the website under the "Referees' Documents" link.

To view this go to the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referees' Documents" and then click on sub sub menu "Referees' Circulars".

If you want to go directly there now by clicking on the following pdf symbol:

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as this file is in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

SOME 2009 GRAND FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS - August 2009

Some member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website from the 2009 Grand Finals. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs". Proceed to index 10 and click on the 11th photograph onwards. Approximately two pages of photographs have been added. Alternatively you can click on the "New Photos" button on the main page of the website.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

2009 PENALTY SHOOT-OUT PROCEDURES FOR GRAND FINALS - August 2009

The 2009 Penalty Shoot-Out Procedures for the Grand Finals have been added to the website. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!! It gives some hints and tips for handling Penalty Shoot-Outs at finals series games if necessary; you may find information contained therein useful; print off a copy and have it with you during the finals series. The information can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

PROCEDURES FOR 2009 GRAND FINALS - August 2009

The 2009 Grand Finals Procedures are now available online. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!! It is important that you read the information contained therein; print off a copy and make sure you have it with you during the finals series. The information can be found under the "Referee's Documents" drop down menu, sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

SOME MEMBERS PHOTOGRAPHS - July 2009

Some member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website from the 2009 Cheryl Salisbury Cup. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs". Proceed to index 9 and click on the last photograph onwards. Eleven photographs have been added.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

RESPECT CAMPAIGN - July 2009

Granville District Soccer Referees Association and Granville District Soccer Football Association are responding to the growing concern from all levels of football to tackle the unacceptable behaviour in today's game. Respect is a continuous campaign aimed at creating an enjoyable playing environment that allows people to play, officiate and watch football without being abused, mocked, insulted, jeered, physically assaulted and unnecessarily criticised. GDSRA has also created a presentation for all participants in the game regarding Respect. This can be downloaded by clicking on the following link: GDSRA and GDSFA Respect Campaign

On average, 7,000 referees quit football every year in the UK because of the abuse they receive from players and from the sidelines. Lots of children also pack it in because of the attitude and actions of over-enthusiastic and pushy parents. Respect is a program that was initially launched by The FA in England at the commencement of the 2008-09 season, and has been adapted by GDSRA and GDSFA for our local needs.

To go to the Respect Campaign page click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

LAWS OF THE GAME 2009 - 2010 - July 2009

FIFA has just released the 2009-2010 Laws of the Game and these have been added to the website. The 2009-2010 Laws of the game can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Laws of the Game" and then click on the PDF symbol at the bottom of the page for the 2009-2010 Laws of the Game or under the sub menu "Law Questions", then the sub sub menu "FIFA Laws of the Game 2009-2010".

PLEASE NOTE: The FIFA Laws of the Game 2009-2010 are the latest available and generally don't come into effect in Australia until 2010 (except for the "A" League).

Please refer to the E. & E. C. of GDSRA before following them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

You can also click on the following PDF symbol to view the material:

FORUM MODIFIED AND UPDATED - June, 2009

The forum has been modified and updated with new categories and boards added. A new category called Refereeing in Action has been added. Boards have been re-located under more relevant categories and two new boards have been added. These are:

1. Feedback - If you have any comments regarding the GDSRA Website and/or Forum please post them here.

2. Incidents - Discuss Incidents that happened in games.

To view the changes now click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

LAWS OF THE GAME REVIEW - May, 2009

To assist in learning the laws of the game a new item has been added to the website. Called "Laws of the Game Review" it will test members' knowledge and can be found by using the drop down menu under "Laws" and clicking on "Laws of the Game Review". You can go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

FIFA INTERACTIVE GUIDE TO LAW 11 - May, 2009

A good learning resource, the FIFA Interactive Guide to Law 11 (Offside) has been added to the website. This excellent resource can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Law Questions" and clicking on "FIFA Interactive Guide to Law 11". Alternatively you can go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - May, 2009

The links page has been updated to include two new links "FourFourTwo - The Ultimate Football Website" and "English Football - League Football England." One existing link has been updated to its new location - "The Watch and the Whistle (for inspiring referees)". To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

LAWS OF THE GAME UPDATE - May, 2009

The Laws of the Game section of the website has been updated to incorporate the 2009 changes and the adding of the Interpretation of the Laws of the Game and Guidelines for Referees which was added to the 2009 LOTG. The Laws of the Game update can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Laws of the Game". Of special interest is the "Interpretation of the Laws of the Game and Guidelines for Referees" section which follows the "Fourth Official" section.

To go directly to the updated "Laws of the Game" section click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

To go directly to the new "Interpretation of the Laws of the Game and Guidelines for Referees" section click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

2009 GDSFA TEAM SHEET - May, 2009

The 2009 Granville Team Sheet has been updated and placed on our website. Access to this can be found under the the "Members Information" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by the sub sub menu "Referee Reports" and then clicking on the appropriate Word Document symbol.

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol:

PRE_MATCH INSTRUCTIONS AND QUALITIES OF REFEREES - April, 2009

Articles on Pre-Match Instructions and the Qualities of Referees have been added to the website. The pre-match instructions should cover the duties, responsibilities, and means of
communication for the referee team. Depending on the familiarity of team members, the level of competition, and the importance of the match, the pre-game instructions can take place 15 minutes to an hour prior to the game. Concerning the qualities of referee there is a close relationship between the psychological skills and the physical performance of referees. So the success or failure of a referee depends both on his/her physical abilities (e.g. the preparation for the specific demands of a given sport, the technique and mobility, visual faculties) and his/her mental ones (e.g. confidence, concentration, emotional control). This relationship between the physical aspects of refereeing and the psychological ones is fascinating.

These excellent articles for helping referees can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles" and clicking on the appropriate pdf symbol.

Alternatively you can directly go to these articles by clicking on the following pdf symbols:

1. Pre_Match Instructions

2. Qualities of Referees

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

UPDATE TO SEND OFF AND INCIDENT REPORTS - April, 2009

The Granville Send Off and Incident Reports, both in hardcopy and electronic form have been updated and can be found by going to the "Referee Reports" page of the website. Club Referee Send Off and Incident Reports have also been added to assist Club Referees when submitting reports to GDSFA. To view the updated reports go the the drop down menu bar and click on "Members Information" and then click of sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Referee Reports"; now you can click on the appropriate report you required or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - April, 2009

The links page has been updated to include one new link "Refsworld". Some existing links have been updated to their new locations - Illawarra Soccer Referees Association, Ku-ring-gai & District Football Referees’ Association Inc, Macarthur District Football Referees Association, Manly Warringah Football Referees Association, Bendigo Region Soccer Referees, and Football Referees (WA) Inc - Perth. To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

2009 REFEREES COURSES - April, 2009

In 2009, GDSRA will be holding a number of courses for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game. Lectures for the second full course are on Monday nights May 4, May 11, March 18, May 25 and June 1, 2009. Local GDSFA details and procedures will also be explained. The venue will be at Carlingford West PS (hall), Felton Road (off Baker St), Carlingford and will run from 6:30 pm to 9:15 pm each night.

THE LATEST HANDBOOK FOR THE 2009 SEASON - April 2009

The new 2009 Handbook has been prepared by the secretary and is available on the website. It can be found under the "Handbook" section of the web site. Why not take a look so that you understand what is required for the 2009 season. It has some interesting and valuable information. This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information". Especially, please note the new Team Sheet!

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol:

GDSRA AND FNSW REFEREE'S INSPECTION/ASSESSMENT REPORTS AND FORMS - March 2009

The forms and reports for inspections/assessments of GDSRA Referees in district games and FNSW competitions have been updated and replaced on the website. There are also running sheets and coaching sheets also for all inspectors/assessors to utilise. Access can be found under the the "Members Information" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by the sub sub menu "Referee Reports" and then clicking on the appropriate Word Document symbol. Alternatively all reports are located under the "GDSRA & History" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Administration" followed by the sub sub menu "Inspection Documents".

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following Internet Explorer symbols:

START OF THE SEASON - January, 2009

The start of the season gives us all the opportunity to think carefully about where we want to be at the end of the season. How do you wish to improve and advance as a Referee? An article has been added to the website detailing some of the things to do to improve as a referee and advance during the season. This article can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles" and clicking on the appropriate word symbol. You can also go there directly by clicking on the following "Word" symbol:

FITNESS FOR REFEREEING - January, 2009

An English FA Learning Guide of Referees Fitness has been added to the website. This guide considers and advises on a range of subjects including information on fitness tests, regular fitness exercises, stretching and dietary requirements. It has been designed as a working document, to support referees in the planning and implementation of a training programme – whether you are new to refereeing and training, or whether you are an experienced referee within the higher level of State Football. The Fitness Guide can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles" and clicking on the appropriate pdf symbol. You can also click on the button "Refereeing Fitness" located on the Home Page.

Alternatively you can directly go to the Fitness Guide by clicking on the following pdf symbol:

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

2009 REFEREES COURSES - January, 2009

In 2009, GDSRA will be holding a number of courses for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game. Lectures for the first course are on Monday nights March 2, March 9, March 16, March 23 and March 30, 2009. Local GDSFA details and procedures will also be explained. The venue will be at Merrylands Bowling and Sports Club, Oxford Street, Merrylands and will run from 6:45 pm to 9:15 pm each night.

CHANGES TO WEBSITE - January, 2009

Some minor changes have been made to the website including updates to some features and pages (such as "On the Sidelines") and removal of defunct items no longer relevant. Check the site out and see if you can notice any changes!

2009 MEMBERSHIP FORM - January, 2009

The 2009 membership form is now online for members to renew their membership or new people wishing to join and become referees. The form can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" and then clicking on "Membership Form". Also it is available by clicking on the button on the main page or alternatively you can directly go to the form by clicking on the following "Word" symbol:

FOOTBALL NSW REFEREES' REIMBURSEMENTS 2009 - January, 2009

Details of Referees' Reimbursements for 2009 have been added under the "Referees' Documents" link. Access can also be obtained under the "Members Information" drop down menu and then clicking on "Referees Fees 2009". These referees' payments are as approved by the board of Football NSW on October 8, 2008 and cover all competitions within the State.

to proceed directly to the list of reimbursements for 2009.

2009 COMMITTEE - November 2008

The 2009 Committee has been added to the website. This can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to "Committee" and clicking on it. If you wish to view the report now then click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

2008 ANNUAL REPORT - October 2008

The 2008 Annual Report has been added to the website. The report can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Referee's Document" and then the sub sub menu "Referee's Reports" and clicking on it. If you wish to view the report now then click on the following word symbol:

2008 GDSRA CENTENARY DINNER PHOTOGRAPHS - October 2008

Some Centenary Dinner photographs have been added to the "Photo Gallery" section on the website from GDSRA's special night celebrating 100 years of service to football. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "2008 Centenary Dinner".

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATED CONSTITUTION & BY-LAWS - September 2008

Some modifications have been made to the GDSRA Constitution and By-Laws which has been added to the website. The Constitution and By-Laws can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" sub menu "Referees Documents" sub sub menu "Referees Reports" and then clicking on "Referees' Reports" and the Word Symbol next to "GDSRA Constitution Document". Also it is available by clicking "Word" symbol:

SOME 2008 GRAND FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS - August 2008

Some member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website from the 2008 Grand Finals. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs". Proceed to index 8 and click on the 11th photograph onwards. Approximately two pages of photographs have been added. Alternatively you can click on the "New Photos" button on the main page of the website.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

SOME 2008 FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS - August 2008

Some member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website from the 2008 Finals. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs". Proceed to index 6 and click on the 20th photograph onwards. Approximately two pages of photographs have been added. Alternatively you can click on the "New Photos" button on the main page of the website.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

SOME 2008 SEMI FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS - August 2008

Some member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website from the 2008 Semi Finals. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs". Proceed to index 3 and click on the 13th photograph onwards. Approximately three and a half pages of photographs have been added. Alternatively you can click on the "New Photos" button on the main page of the website.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

2008 Penalty Shoot-Out Procedures for Finals Series - August 2008

The 2008 Penalty Shoot-Out Procedures for the Final Series have been added to the website. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!! It gives some hints and tips for handling Penalty Shoot-Outs at finals series games if necessary; you may find information contained therein useful; print off a copy and have it with you during the finals series. The information can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

PROCEDURES FOR 2008 FINALS SERIES - August 2008

The 2008 Finals Series Procedures are now available online. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!! It is important that you read the information contained therein; print off a copy and make sure you have it with you during the finals series. The information can be found under the "Referee's Documents" drop down menu, sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

FFA CERTIFICATES AND UPDATING PROCEDURES - August 2008

Some information on your refereeing qualifications and how to update and gain the required hours to renew your certificates has been added to the website under the "Referees' Documents" link. To view this go to the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referees' Documents" and then click on sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". Then click on the appropriate "Word" symbol. Alternatively, you can go there directly by clicking on the following "Word" symbol:

IDENTIFYING AND DEALING WITH FOUL CHALLENGES - July 2008

Under our Law Questions and Answers page has been added a PowerPoint Slide Presentation on "Identifying and Dealing With Foul Challenges" which shows examples of fouls and challenges and how to deal with them when considering if the challenge is carless, reckless or excessive. This can be found by clicking on "Laws" on the drop down menu and then "Law Questions" on the sub menu and "Foul Challenges" on the sub sub menu. It is well worth a look for a better understanding of fouls and challenges and what action to take. If you want to go directly to the PowerPoint Slide Show click on the PowerPoint Symbol:

LAWS OF THE GAME 2008 - 2009 - June 2008

FIFA has just released the 2008-2009 Laws of the Game and these have been added to the website. The 2008-2009 Laws of the game can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Laws of the Game" and then click on the PDF symbol at the bottom of the page for the 2008-2009 Laws of the Game or under the sub menu "Law Questions", then the sub sub menu "FIFA Laws of the Game 2008-2009".

PLEASE NOTE: The FIFA Laws of the Game 2008-2009 are the latest available and generally don't come into effect in Australia until 2009.

Please refer to the E. & E. C. of GDSRA before following them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

You can also click on the following PDF symbol to view the material:

Football NSW Circular - The Treatment of Injured Players - June 2008

Football NSW has issued a circular regarding "The Treatment of Injured Players" issued by the State Referees Coach, Steve Fenech, and this has been added to the website under the "Referees' Documents" link. To view this go to the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referees' Documents" and then click on sub sub menu "Referees' Circulars". Alternatively, you can go there directly by clicking on the following "Word" symbol:

UPDATED CONSTITUTION & BY-LAWS - June 2008

Some minor modifications have been made to the GDSRA Constitution and By-Laws which have been added to the website. The Constitution and By-Laws can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" sub menu "Referees Documents" sub sub menu "Referees Reports" and then clicking on "Referees' Reports" and the Word Symbol next to "GDSRA Constitution Document". Also it is available by clicking "Word" symbol:

Important Information for Referees from GDSFA - June 2008

The Football Association at their May General Meeting issued a set of instructions to be followed by clubs and to be enforced by referees. This has been added to the website and has been included as an announcement in the forum. To view this go to "Members Information" on the drop down menu bar and then click on the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Other Documents and Articles"; then click on the Word symbol. The following button has also been placed on the home page too.

Alternatively you can go there directly by clicking on the following Word symbol:

2008 Rules for the Sydney Cup, State Cup, Robertson Cup and Bill Cullinan Cup - May 2008

The 2008 Rules for the Sydney Cup, State Cup, Robertson Cup and Bill Cullinan Cup have been added to the website. To view this go to "Members Information" on the drop down menu bar and then click on the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Other Documents and Articles"; then click on the PDF symbol next to the Rules required. Alternatively you can go there directly by clicking on the following PDF symbols:

1. 2008 Sydney Cup Rules:

2. 2008 State Cup, Robertson Cup and Bill Cullinan Cup Rules:

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

They can be found under the "Referees Reports" section of the web site. Why not print a copy off to keep in your referees bags for use at your games this season. It can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information" and the clicking on "Referees Reports" and then clicking on the word symbol next to "Caution and Send Off Codes for use in GDSFA Games in 2008".

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol:

CAUTION AND SEND OFF CODES FOR USE IN GDSFA GAMES IN 2008 - April 2008

The new Caution and Send Off Codes for the 2008 season has been added to the website. It can be found under the "Referees Reports" section of the web site. Why not print a copy off to keep in your referees bags for use at your games this season. It can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information" and the clicking on "Referees Reports" and then clicking on the word symbol next to "Caution and Send Off Codes for use in GDSFA Games in 2008".

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol:

THE LATEST HANDBOOK FOR THE 2008 SEASON - March 2008

The new 2008 Handbook has been prepared by the secretary and is available on the website. It can be found under the "Handbook" section of the web site. Why not take a look so that you understand what is required for the 2008 season. It has some interesting and valuable information. This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information".

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol:

2008 FITNESS TESTS - March 2008

The fitness test dates have been added to the website. They are as follows:

Friday 28rd March, 2008 at 7.00 pm. - Daniel Street Park, Greystanes

Sunday 30th March, 2008 at 9.00 am. - Barton Park, North Parramatta

Friday 4th April, 2008 at 7.00 pm - Daniel Street Park, Greystanes

Sunday 6th April, 2008 at 9.00 am - Barton Park, North Parramatta

The actual test layout can be viewed by clicking on the button on the front page of the website. To view this information now click on the following Word symbol:

CLUB REFEREES COURSE - March 2008

A fast track club referees course is being conducted at the Clubhouse at Fred Caterson Reserve on Saturday 29th March, 2008 starting at 12.30 pm and concluding at 5.00 pm.

The course fee is $50, which includes FIFA Law book, FIFA DVD Laws of the Game, and lecture notes covering each of the 17 laws.

The course will focus on the key and practical aspects that an unofficial referee needs to know and understand.

There will also be a short examination at the conclusion of the course to qualify for a certificate.

Information about the course can be obtained by clicking on the "Next Course" button on the front page of the GDSRA website or by clicking on the following word symbol:

2008 AGM, IN GLENEAGLES SCOTLAND, OF THE INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION BOARD (IFAB) - March, 2008

The changes in the laws set down by the 2008 IFAB meeting (only relevant to our 2009 season) have been added to the website as a PDF File. This can be found by clicking on the appropriate button on the front page . Click on the preceding "Law Changes 2008" button to view.

PLEASE NOTE: These Law Changes are the latest available and generally won't come into effect in Australia until 2009.

Please refer to the E. & E. C. of GDSRA before following or adopting them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

FOOTBALL FEDERATION AUSTRALIA SMALL SIDED GAMES - March, 2008

The Football Federation of Australia has approached grass roots Associations to introduce "Small Sided Games" (SSG) for young players. The GDSFA has welcomed the new initiative and has decided to run the Association-organised Under 6 season in this format. FFA has produced two publications on this initiative - one a "parents information guide" and the other a "small sided games handbook". To view these go to "Members Information" on the drop down menu bar and then click on the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Other Documents and Articles"; then click on the PDF symbol next to publication required. Alternatively you can go there directly by clicking on the relevant PDF icon below:

Parent Information Guide

Small Sided Games Handbook

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

FOOTBALL FEDERATION AUSTRALIA COACH EDUCATION PROGRAM - March, 2008

The Football Coaches Education program has been added to the website for interest and those referees who also hold coaching certificates and licences. To view this go to "Members Information" on the drop down menu bar and then click on the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Other Documents and Articles"; then click on the PDF symbol next to this area. Alternatively you can go there directly by clicking on the following PDF symbol:

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

FOOTBALL NSW SEND OFF & INCIDENT REPORTS - February, 2008

The latest Football NSW Send Off and Incident Reports have been added to the "Referee Reports" page of the website. To view the updated reports go the the drop down menu bar and click on "Members Information" and then click of sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Referee Reports"; now you can click on the appropriate report you required or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - February, 2008

The links page has been updated to include three new links "AusRef - Football Referees Australia", "Northern NSW State League Referees" and "Bendigo Region Soccer Referees". The NSW State League Football Referees (formerly ASRF NSW Division) link has been changed to reflect the new name of this fine body of referees. Also with the changes decreed by Football NSW the "New South Wales Soccer Referees Incorporated" link has been removed as this body no longer controls the States Referees Association. To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - February, 2008

The links page has been updated to include two new links "Football Northern Territory" and "Football West". To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

MORE REFEREES QUIZZES - February, 2008

Some new law quizzes have been added to the website for member's to test their knowledge. They can be found by using the drop down menu under "Laws" and clicking on "More Laws of the Game Quizzes". You can go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - January, 2008

The links page has been updated to include two new links "The Irish Soccer Referees Society - Cork Branch" and "Isle of Man Referees' Society". Julian Carosi's Website link has also been updated to its new location. To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

HISTORY OF THE LAWS OF THE GAME - January, 2008

Details of the "History of the Laws of the Game" have been added to the GDSRA Website. The information can be found on the website by clicking on "GDSRA & History" on the main drop down menu and scrolling down to "History of the Laws" and clicking on it. It can be also accessed under the "Laws" drop down menu". If you want to go directly there now then click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

AGM 2007 DRAFT MINUTES - January, 2008

The October 25, 2007 Draft AGM Minutes are now available in the "Meetings" section of the web site. This can be found under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (on the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Meetings" and clicking on it. If you wish to view now then click on the following word symbol:

2007 ANNUAL REPORT - January, 2008

The 2007 Annual Report has been added to the website. The report can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Referee's Document" and then the sub sub menu "Referee's Reports". and clicking on it. If you wish to view the report now then click on the following word symbol:

2008 MEMBERSHIP FORM - January, 2008

The 2008 membership form is now online for members to renew their membership or new people wishing to join and become referees. The form can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" and then clicking on "Membership Form". Also it is available by clicking on the button on the main page or alternatively you can directly to the form by clicking on the following "Word" symbol:

FOOTBALL NSW REFEREES CIRCULARS - November 2007

Football NSW Referees Circulars issued by the State Referees Coach, Steve Fenech have been added to the website under the "Referees' Documents" link. To view these go to the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referees' Documents" and then click on sub sub menu "Referees' Circulars".

If you want to go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

FOOTBALL NSW REFEREES' REIMBURSEMENTS 2008 - October 2007

Details of Referees' Reimbursements for 2008 have been added under the "Referees' Documents" link. Access can also be obtained under the "Members Information" drop down menu and then clicking on "Referees Fees 2008". These referees' payments are as approved by the board of Football NSW on October 5, 2007 and cover all competitions within the State.

to proceed directly to the list of reimbursements for 2008.

SOME GRAND FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS - September 2007

Three member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website from the 2007 Grand Finals. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs". Proceed to index 3 and click on the last three photographs.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

FOOTBALL NSW CONSTITUTION & BY LAWS - August 2007

As discussed at the August General Meeting and mentioned by the secretary the Football NSW By Laws and Constitution Documents have been added to the website. These are as follows:

Football NSW By Laws - Referees Standing Committee

Football NSW By Laws

Football NSW Constitution

The information can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Referees Reports".

You can also click on the above PDF symbols to view the material:

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

REFEREE HINTS FOR 2007 FINALS SERIES - August 2007

Some referee hints to assist with the 2007 Finals Series have been added to the website. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!! It gives some hints and tips for preparing and officiating at finals series games; you may find information contained therein useful; print off a copy and have it with you during the finals series. The information can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

PROCEDURES FOR 2007 FINALS SERIES - August 2007

The 2007 Finals Series Procedures are now available online. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!! It is important that you read the information contained therein; print off a copy and make sure you have it with you during the finals series. The information can be found under the "Referee's Documents" drop down menu, sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

FIFA REFEREES TEACHING MATERIAL - July 2007

FIFA has produced some referees teaching material as follows:

It can be found under the drop down menu "Referees Documents" sub menu "Other Documents & Articles" and then by clicking on the Internet Explorer symbol

If you want to go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

BASIC REFEREES COURSE - ENGLISH FA - July 2007

The English Football Association has a Basic Referees Course which has been added to the website. It is a basic course only and is suitable for all new referees as a good reference. Some more experienced referees may also find it useful. It is a PowerPoint Presentation and can be located under the "Education & Training" drop down menu and then by clicking on "Basic Referees Course". It can also be found under the drop down menu "Referees Documents" sub menu "Other Documents & Articles" and then by clicking on "Basic Referees Course"

If you want to go directly to the PowerPoint Slide Show click on the PowerPoint Symbol:

LAWS OF THE GAME 2007 - 2008 - July 2007

FIFA has just released the 2007-2008 Laws of the Game and these have been added to the website. At this stage the FIFA Question and Answers 2006 remains unchanged and are still current (they have not yet been updated). The 2007-2008 Laws of the game can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Laws of the Game" and then click on the PDF symbol at the bottom of the page for the 2007-2008 Laws of the Game or under the sub menu "Law Questions", then the sub sub menu "FIFA Laws of the Game 2007-2008". For the FIFA Questions and Answers 2006 these can be located by clicking the "Laws" drop down menu, then the sub menu "Law Questions" followed by the sub sub menu "FIFA Q & A 2006".

PLEASE NOTE: The FIFA Laws of the Game 2007-2008 and FIFA Q & A 2006 are the latest available and generally don't come into effect in Australia until 2008.

Please refer to the E. & E. C. of GDSRA before following them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

You can also click on the following PDF symbols to view the material:

1. FIFA Laws of the Game 2007-2008.

2. FIFA Q & A 2006.

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

2008 REFEREES COURSES - June 2007

In 2008, GDSRA will be holding a number of courses for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game. Local GDSFA details and procedures will also be explained.

There will be a nominal charge for each course and all attendees will receive the latest FIFA Law Book and the FIFA DVD on the Laws of the Game together with participant's workbooks and manuals. This is a completely restructured course using latest Football Federation Australia training materials.

For further information contact John Kemp: 0412200541 or e-mail: john.kemp@hp.com. Details of the "laws of the game" and "questions and answers" on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

The "Next Course" page has been updated to reflect that 2008 Courses will be conducted. Refer to "Referees Courses" for overall details.

UPDATE TO Site Map - June 2007

The site map page has been updated to include changes to some pages and links " To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Site Map" or alternatively click on the button on the left of the main (home) page. To go to the site map directly click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - April 2007

The links page has been updated to include two new links "Fry Club Junior FC - Law Misconceptions" and "Wenty Waratahs Soccer Club". To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

NEW GDSRA POLO SHIRT - April 2007

The Online Shop has been updated to include the facility to purchase the new GDSRA Polo Shirt in both mens (Small to XXL) and womens (10-18) sizes directly from our friendly Equipment Officer. You can access the Online Shop via the main page by clicking on the button in the middle of the page or via the main drop down menu system. That is "Members Information" then the sub menu "Referees' Online Shop" then one of three sub sub menus: "Referees' Equipment", "Online Order Form" and "Terms and Condition of Sale". As before once an order is placed you get an acknowledgement that your order has been transmitted. If you wish to order a GDSRA Polo Shirt or any other referee's clothing or equipment right now then you can go directly there by clicking on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

GDSRA REFEREE'S INSPECTION REPORTS AND FORMS - April 2007

The forms and reports for inspections of GDSRA Referees have been updated and replaced on the website. There are also running sheets and coaching sheets also for all inspectors/assessors to utilise. Access can be found under the the "Members Information" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by the sub sub menu "Referee Reports" and then clicking on the appropriate Word Document symbol. Alternatively all reports are located under the "GDSRA & History" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Administration" followed by the sub sub menu "Inspection Documents".

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbols: Inspector's Running Sheet Referee's Inspection Report AR Inspection Report

Referee's Coaching/Mentoring Sheet

UPDATE TO SOCCER NSW SENDOFF REPORT - April 2007

The Soccer NSW Send Off Report has been updated in line with the new codes which match the seven codes as stated in the Laws of the Game. Access can be found under the the "Members Information" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by the sub sub menu "Referee Reports" and then clicking on the appropriate Word Document symbol.

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol:

2007 FITNESS TESTS - March 2007

The fitness test dates have been added to the website. They are as follows:

Friday 23rd March, 2007 at 7.00 pm. - Daniel Street Park, Greystanes

     Sunday 25th March, 2007 at 8.00am. - Barton Park, North Parramatta

     Friday 30th March, 2007 at – 7.00 pm. - Daniel Street Park, Greystanes

     Sunday 1st April, 2007 at 8.00am. - Barton Park, North Parramatta

The actual test layout can be viewed by clicking on the button in the middle of the front page of the website. To view this information now click on the following Word symbol:

2007 APRIL/MAY REFEREES COURSE - March 2007

In conjunction with the NSW Sports and Recreation Department and Auburn Council GDSRA will be holding a referee's course for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game. Lectures are on Monday nights on April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21 and May 28, 2007. Local GDSFA details and procedures will also be explained. The venue will be at Auburn Library, Exhibition Room and will run from 6.30 pm – 9.15 pm.

There will be a nominal charge of $20.00 for each course and all attendees will receive the latest FIFA Law Book and the FIFA DVD on the Laws of the Game together with participant's workbooks and manuals. This is a completely restructured course using latest Football Federation Australia training materials.

For further information contact John Kemp: 0412200541 or e-mail: john.kemp@hp.com. For a flyer on the course . For an application form from the NSW Sports and Recreation Department . Details of the laws of the game and questions and answers on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

OFFSIDE Knowledge - March 2007

A test on your knowledge of the offside rule has been added to the website. It assists further in explaining Law 11. The information is copyrighted material from the BBC Sport Football website. The information can be found by clicking on the button, marked "Offside Knowledge" on the main page and also under the "Laws" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Law Questions" followed by clicking on "Offside Knowledge".

You can also go there directly by clicking on the following Internet Explorer" symbol:

OFFSIDE MADE SIMPLE - February 2007

All you need to unravel the offside laws - a page has been added to the website explaining Law 11 - The Offside Rule in simple terms. The information is copyrighted material from the BBC Sport Football website. It can be found by clicking on the button on the main page and also under the "Laws" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Law Questions" followed by clicking on "Offside Made Simple".

You can also go there directly by clicking on the following Internet Explorer" symbol:

SOCCER NSW REFEREES' REIMBURSEMENTS 2007 - February 2007

Details of Referees' Reimbursements for 2007 have been added under the "Referees' Documents" link. Access can also be obtained under the "Members Information" drop down menu and then clicking on "Referees Fees 2007". These referees' payments are as approved by the board of Soccer NSW on October 23, 2006 and cover all competitions within the State. Please note that Division 2 and Division 3 in State League have been changed to Conference League North and Conference League South with Referees Fees to be charged at Division 2 rates.

to proceed directly to the list of reimbursements for 2007.

REFEREES CLASSIFICATIONS (FFA) - February 2007

Details of the Football Federation Australia's Referees Classifications have been added to the web site under the "Referees' Documents" link. There are now 5 Levels of Referees. Access is obtained under the the "Members Information" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by the sub sub menu "Other Documents and Articles". You can then click on the "PDF symbol" to view the information. You can also click on the appropriate button on the "home page".

To go directly to the details click on the following "PDF" Symbol:

WEB GAMES - February 2007

A new feature has been added to the web site which consists of some interactive games for people to play on the web. Whilst this only may prove to be useful and relevant to our Junior Members perhaps some of the young at heart will be drawn in by them and get hooked on some of the games. There are five soccer (football) games and seven other games for your enjoyment. Other games maybe added when time permits and if the feature is accepted. To access the web games facility go to the drop down menu "Members Information" and the the sub menu "General" and then the sub sub menu "Web Games".

You can also go straight to the web games area by clicking on the Internet Explorer symbol:

LAW CHANGES FOR 2007 - February 2007

The changes in the laws set down by the 2006 IFAB meeting relevant to our 2007 season have been added to the website in two forms:

1. A document describing the changes. This can be found by clicking on the appropriate button on the front page .

2. A PowerPoint Presentation from the NSW State Coach, Steve Fenech. This can also be found by clicking on the appropriate button on the front page

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR NEW APPOINTMENTS ONLINE FACILITY - February 2007

For information on how to access and set up your information for the new GDSRA Appointments System we have added a PowerPoint Presentation to assist all members.

To access the operating instructions to the new Appointments System go to the drop down menu "Members Information" and then the sub menu "Appointments" and then the sub sub menu "Operating Instructions". You will then be taken to a PowerPoint Presentation which will take you through the steps of logging in, entering your details, availability, etc.

An easier way to go straight to these instructions is to click on the button (Appoint. Instructions) on the left hand side of the home page of the website.

If you still have any problems in setting up your details please our Appointments Officer, Ian Welch.

You can also go straight to the operating instructions for the appointments system by clicking on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

NEW APPOINTMENTS ONLINE FACILITY - January 2007

Whilst our old Appointments System served it's purpose well the Management Committee felt it was time to get a better program to meet our expanding future needs and to become more professional. The additional add on support program for the online facility, written by your Webmaster with some help from Ian Welch, also served us well but our new appointments software does the online part as well so it is being put to rest.

To access the new Appointments System and find you assigned games as before go to the drop down menu "Members Information" and then the sub menu "Appointments" and then the sub menu "Member Appointments". You will go to a screen which requests you to "Enter Appointments Area". Clicking on the button links you to an external sign on screen where you can set up your information, availability and also access your assigned games. Your email address has to be entered in and also, initially, the password allocated by our Appointments Officer, Ian Welch. You can changed your password once signed in. Ian has provided every signed up GDSRA member for 2007 details to follow. If you have any problems in setting up your details please contact him. The new program also handles payments to you for games officiated at.

You can also go straight to the appointments area by clicking on the Internet Explorer symbol:

OTHER REFEREES RELEVANT DOCUMENTS AND ARTICLES - January 2007

In an effort to keep our website up to date some older documents have been deleted from this section of the website as they are no longer relevant. This section can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information" sub menu "Referees Documents" and then clicking on "Other Documents and Articles".

AGM 2006 MINUTES - December 2006

The October 19, 2006 AGM Minutes are now available in the "Meetings" section of the web site. This can be found under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (on the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Meetings" and clicking on it. If you wish to view now then click on the following word symbol:

2006 Annual Report - December 2006

The 2006 Annual Report has been added to the website. The report can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Referee's Document" and then the sub sub menu "Referee's Reports". and clicking on it. If you wish to view the report now then click on the following word symbol:

2007 REFEREES COURSES - December 2006

In 2007, GDSRA will be holding a number of courses for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game. Lectures are on Monday nights February 26, March 5, March 12, March 19, March 26 and April 2, 2007. Local GDSFA details and procedures will also be explained. The venue will be at Merrylands Bowling and Sporting Club, Oxford Street, Merrylands and will run from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.

For further information contact John Kemp: 0412200541 or e-mail: john.kemp@hp.com. For a flyer on the courses . Details of the laws of the game and questions and answers on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

2007 MEMBERSHIP FORM - November 2006

The 2007 membership form is now online for members to renew their membership or new people wishing to join and become referees. The form can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" and then clicking on "Membership Form". Also it is available by clicking on the button on the main page or alternatively you can directly to the form by clicking on the following "Word" symbol:

UPDATE TO COMMITTEE FOR 2007 - October 2006

The Committee Page of the website has been updated to reflect the 2007 position holders. This page can be accessed by clicking on "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (on the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Committee".

UPDATE TO MEMBER'S PHOTO GALLERY - September 2006

A small selection of photographs of the Super Youth League 14's Grand Final 2006 at Hadjuk Stadium has been added to our website. Take a look at our GDSRA members in action on this important day. We need many more photographs so please keep sending me some candid shots of our referees in action. These photographs can be accessed by clicking on "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (on the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "General" and then clicking on the sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and finally clicking on "Members' Photographs". The latest photographs can be found on menu 3.

You can also access the "Members' Photographs" directly from the "site map". Alternatively to view the photographs right now click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

MORE TIPS & TEAMWORK FOR ASSISTANT REFEREES - September 2006

Under the section on "Referees Documents" has been added an article on "More Tips & Teamwork For Assistant Referees". This article should be of use to every one acting as an AR and working as part of the officiating team. It can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To go directly there now click on the following Word Symbol:

THE ASSISTANT REFEREE (HINTS & TIPS) - September 2006

Under the section on "Referees Documents" has been added an article on tips and hints when performing as an Assistant Referee. It could be useful for all to read. It can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To go directly there now click on the following Word Symbol:

TOOLS FOR EFFECTIVE MATCH CONTROL - August 2006

Under the section on "Referees Documents" has been added an article by Steve Fenech (State Coach) which he wrote in 1999. It is an interesting article and well worth a read. It can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To go directly there now click on the following Word Symbol:

MENTORING POWERPOINT PRESENTATION - August 2006

Under our Law Questions and Answers page has been added a PowerPoint Slide Presentation on Referees Mentoring - "Mentoring" which shows examples of working as a team with your ARs and questions to ask each other so that you can learn from what happened in your game and future games. This can be found by clicking on "Laws" on the drop down menu and then "Law Questions" on the sub menu and "Law Question's Page" on the sub sub menu. It is well worth a look for the alternative positions that the referee can go to view a situation. If you want to go directly to the PowerPoint Slide Show click on the PowerPoint Symbol:

SITE MAP CHANGES - August 2006

Some additions have been made to the website's site map. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!! Alternatively you can go to the drop menu under "Links", sub menu "Site Map".

REFEREE HINTS FOR 2006 FINALS SERIES - August 2006

Some referee hints to assist with the 2006 Finals Series have been added to the website. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!! It gives some hints and tips for preparing and officiating at finals series games; you may find information contained therein useful; print off a copy and have it with you during the finals series. The information can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

PROCEDURES FOR 2006 FINALS SERIES - August 2006

The 2006 Finals Series Procedures are now available online. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!! It is important that you read the information contained therein; print off a copy and make sure you have it with you during the finals series. The information can be found under the "Referee's Documents" drop down menu, sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

THE 4 D's - OBVIOUS GOAL SCORING OPPORTUNITY DENIED - August 2006

An interesting article from the Manager of Referee Development and Education of the Massachusetts State Referee Committee. Well worth a read to assist with deciding what is an obvious goal scoring opportunity that has been denied. It can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To go directly there now click on the following Word Symbol:

REFEREE ARTICLES - July 2006

Eight articles sourced by John Kemp from http://www.mcra-mi.org/articles.htm are now online. These are excellent articles and give good advice to all referees. Please take the time to read them as I am sure you will find them worthwhile. These articles are located under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles". To go directly there now click on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

LAW GUIDES AND FIFA Q & A 2006 CHANGES - July 2006

The FIFA 2006 Laws of the game and FIFA Q & A 2006 have been added to the website. These can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Laws of the Game" and then click on the PDF symbol at the bottom of the page for the 2006 Laws of the Game or under the sub menu "Law Questions", then the sub sub menu "FIFA Laws of the Game 2006". For the FIFA Questions and Answers 2006 these can be located by clicking the "Laws" drop down menu, then the sub menu "Law Questions" followed by the sub sub menu "FIFA Q & A 2006".

PLEASE NOTE: The FIFA Laws of the Game and FIFA Q & A 2006 are the latest available and generally don't come into effect in Australia until 2007.

Please refer to the E. & E. C. of GDSRA before following them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

You can also click on the following PDF symbols to view the material:

1. FIFA Laws of the Game 2006.

2. FIFA Q & A 2006.

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format. You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

PAYMENT/LEVY STATEMENTS - June 2006

The Payment/Levy Online Statements has been revised and updated. The current May one is now online for members' viewing. Payment/Levy Statements can be found under "Members' Information" on the menu bar on the front page of the website. Just scroll down to "Payment/Levy Statement" and click on it to access your details. Access is the same as for getting your Appointments - your Username and four digit Password. To go directly to the May details click on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

NEW REFEREE CLASSIFICATIONS FROM FFA - May 2006

Football Federation Australia (FFA) has introduced Australian Officiating Development Schedules which cover all referees, referee inspectors and referee instructor training programs. The referees schedule identifies five levels of referee classification, or status. This information can be read in detail by clicking on the button "Referee Classifications" on the main page of the GDSRA Website. It is well worth studying as it will become the standard in all Referees' Associations in the very near future.

The article is in pdf format and you can click on the PDFsymbol below to view it now if you so desire. Please read this document carefully.

Australian Officiating Development Schedules

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REFEREE POSITIONING POWERPOINT PRESENTATION - UPDATE - May 2006

This presentation has been updated to include John Kemp's excellent comments on the subject in the GDSRA Members' Forum. Additional slides have been added to include John's comments. The presentation can be viewed by going to the "Laws" menu on the website and then clicking on the drop down menu "Law Questions" followed by clicking on the sub sub menu "Proper Positioning". Alternatively you can go straight to this information by clicking on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

SUBMITTING SEND OFF AND INCIDENT REPORTS ELECTRONICALLY - UPDATE - May 2006

These facilities have been updated because the previous submitting feature has problems working with some operating systems. The mailing system has been altered to allow for a smoother and more efficient transmission. They operate differently from before so please read the instructions carefully. As before these reports can be found by going to the Referees Reports and Documents page and clicking on the respective Internet Explorer image. As before you can simply enter the data in the "textarea" window and click on the "Submit" button. Your report will be electronically sent via e-mail to our Judiciary Delegates. The data can be saved as a "text" file (using the "Save As" command) in a location you select on your computers hard drive (usually "C" drive) and then can be printed out if you so desire a hard copy. Please note and follow the instructions otherwise you will lose your data if you click the buttons in the wrong sequence. Of course, you can still use the relevant documents and attach them to an e-mail or print them off and post them, if you so want to.

GROUND LOCATIONS - April 2006

The Ground Locations Page has been updated to incorporate all the new grounds within the district for 2006. This page can be found by going to the drop down menu "Member's Information" and then clicking on the sub menu "Ground Locations". Alternatively you can go straight to this information by clicking on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

2006 REFEREES COURSES - April 2006

Starting 1st May 2006 GDSRA will be holding a referees course for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game. Lectures are on Monday nights May 1, May 8 and May 16 with the examination on May 23. There is an additional night (date and venue TBA) for providing details on the GDSFA local procedures. The venue will be at Merrylands Bowling and Sports Club (Oxford Street, Merrylands) and will run from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.

There will be a nominal charge of $35.00 for each course and all attendees will receive the latest FIFA Law Book and the FIFA DVD on the Laws of the Game together with lecture notes and a certificate of completion if the course is passed. For further information contact John Kemp: 0412200541 or e-mail: john.kemp@hp.com. For a flyer on the courses . Details of the laws of the game and questions and answers on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

OFFSIDE INTERPRETATION AND CLARIFICATION - March 2006

Soccer NSW have issued a statement from Richard Lorenc, National Refereeing Manager of Federation Football Australia concerning the new offside interpretation. This statement was provided to various associations who attended a special NSWSRI Education meeting.

In most offside situations the "old" rule will still apply; i.e. where only one attacking player clearly goes for the ball from an offside position, the player is deemed offside. If the referee uses the "wait and see" approach for this player to touch the ball, then the defending team will be disadvantaged, The indirect free kick is taken from where the offside player was situated when the ball was played.

This Soccer NSW Memo has been added to our website and can be located under the "Referees Documents" section of the web site. This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information" sub menu "Referees Documents" and then clicking on "Other Documents and Articles". The article is in pdf format and you can click on the pdf symbol below to view it now if you so desire. Please read this document carefully.

Soccer NSW Offside Interpretation & Clarification

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THE LATEST HANDBOOK FOR THE 2006 SEASON - March 2006

The new 2006 Handbook has been prepared by the secretary and is available on the website. It can be found under the "Handbook" section of the web site. Why not take a look so that you understand what is required for the 2006 season. It has some interesting and valuable information. This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information".

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol:

NSWSRI REFEREES' REIMBURSEMENTS 2006 - March 2006

Details of Referees' Reimbursements for 2006 have been added under the Referees' Documents link. Access can also be obtained under the "Members Information" drop down menu and then clicking on "Referees Fees 2006". These referees' payments are as approved by the board of Soccer NSW on November 15, 2005 and cover all competitions within the State. to proceed directly to the list of reimbursements for 2006.

ON THE SIDELINES WITH LEACHY - March 2006

New for 2006 is a new feature titled "On the Sidelines With Leachy" which is an interview type discussion with a GDSRA member along the lines of "60 seconds with Sterlo" on the "Footie Show". As the season goes by look out for popular referee Glenn Leach trying to interview you or a colleague. The idea from the segment was his so it is fitting that he be the guy out and about doing the hard yards. This new feature can be found under the main drop down menu under "Members Information" sub menu "On The Sidelines". This new feature can also be viewed by clicking on the button in the middle of the front page of the website.

To view this new addition now click on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

FITNESS TESTS 2006 - March 2006

The fitness test dates have been added to the website. They are as follows:

12th March, Sunday 8.30am Barton Park North Parramatta

     19th March, Sunday 8.30am Barton Park, North Parramatta

     24th March, Friday – 6.30pm Daniel Street Park, Greystanes

     26th March, Sunday 8.30am Barton Park, North Parramatta

     31st March, Friday – 6.30pm Daniel Street Park, Greystanes

     2nd April. Sunday – 8.30am Barton Park, North Parramatta

They can be viewed by licking on the button in the middle of the front page of the website. To view this information now click on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

IFAB AGM LUCERNE SWITZERLAND 2006 - March 2006

On March 4, 2006 the IFAB had its AGM where the law changes for the 2006/2007 season were discussed. I have prepared a PowerPoint presentation show the outcome of the AGM. If you click on the 1st button in the middle of the front page of the website you can view this information. It is well worth a read as it will come in force for us next season (2007). To view this information now click on the following PowerPoint symbol:

SOCCER NSW SMOKING POLICY 2006 - March 2006

Soccer NSW has published a new policy on smoking in technical areas and at soccer fields. Effective immediately are the following requirements:

1. The banning of smoking by players for the duration of the match in which he or she is participating, and which is under the control of Soccer NSW, or any of its Members or affiliates, and;

2. The banning of smoking by staff, officials, players, referees and volunteers in technical areas, access ways to and from the field of play, canteen servery and preparation areas, dressing rooms, change rooms and medical rooms (this includes referees rooms). It is up to the local Associations and Clubs to impose their own rules regarding smoking within their clubhouse.

Please note that the Granville District Soccer Football Association has banned smoking within 10 metres from any field in district games!

This policy has been added to our website and can be located under the "Referees Documents" section of the web site. This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information" sub menu "Referees Documents" and then clicking on "Other Documents and Articles". The article is in pdf format and you can click on the pdf symbol below to view it now if you so desire.

Soccer NSW Smoking Policy 2006

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WEATHER INFORMATION - February 2006

Another "Weather" feature has been added to the bottom of the main entry page which shows the local weather conditions for our refereeing area. If you click on the information you will receive a more detail report and forecast of the weather conditions. This feature has been added to assist all members and together with the Bureau of Meteorology's 128 km Sydney Radar facility added last month should be of some benefit in assessing the conditions you will be refereeing under. To view this information now click on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

YOUTH LEAGUE RULES AND PROCEDURES 2006 - February 2006

The Soccer NSW Youth League procedures for 2006 have been posted on our website and can be located under the "Referees Documents" section of the web site. This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information" sub menu "Referees Documents" and then clicking on "Other Documents and Articles". The article is in pdf format and you can click on the pdf symbol below to view it now if you so desire.

Youth League Rules & Procedures

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NUTRITIONAL GUIDELINES FOR FOOTBALL REFEREES - February 2006

An interesting and useful document has been added to the "Referees Documents section of the website. There is an article for "Nutritional Guidelines For Football Referees". It is well worth a read for new and experienced referees and can be found under the drop down menu bar under "Referees Documents" and then clicking on "Other Documents and Articles". The article is in pdf format and you can click on the pdf symbol below to view it now if you so desire.

Nutritional Guidelines For Football Referees

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ONLINE REFEREES GEAR SHOP - February 2006

Members and others can now order their referees gear directly online utilising an online order form with is transmitted to our friendly Equipment Officer. The facility has a page indicating what is available, a price list and the electronic order form together with a separate Terms and Conditions of Equipment Sale page. You can access this new Online Shop via the main page by clicking on the button in the middle of the page or via the main drop down menu system. That is "Members Information" then the sub menu "Referees' Online Shop" then one of three sub sub menus: "Referees' Equipment", "Online Order Form" and "Terms and Condition of Sale". Once and order is placed you get an acknowledgement that your order has been transmitted. If you wish to view the Online Shop facilities you can go directly there by clicking on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

TERMS AND CONDITIONS - February 2006

Terms and Conditions of using the website have been added to clarify rights and legal aspects of using the website. These can be found under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu and scrolling down to "Terms and Conditions". Clicking on the item will display all the details of the terms and conditions of accessing our website and the use thereof. To go directly to these "Terms and Conditions" click on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

PROPER POSITIONING - January 2006

Under our Law Questions and Answers page has been added a PowerPoint Slide Presentation on Referees Positioning - "Proper Positioning" which shows examples of referees getting in the proper position to view incidents that may happen. This can be found by clicking on "Laws" on the drop down menu and then "Law Questions" on the sub menu and "Law Question's Page" on the sub sub menu. It is well worth a look for the alternative positions that the referee can go to view a situation. If you want to go directly to the PowerPoint Slide Show click on the PowerPoint Symbol

AGM 2005 MINUTES - January 2006

The November 10, 2005 AGM Minutes are now available in the "Meetings" section of the web site. This can be found under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (on the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Meetings" and clicking on it. If you wish to view now then click on the following word symbol:

2006 REFEREES COURSES - January 2006

In 2006, GDSRA will be holding a number of courses for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game. Lectures are on Monday nights March 6, March 13 and March 20 with the examination on Monday March 27. There is a night on Monday April 3, 2006 for providing details on the GDSFA local procedures. The venue will be at Baulkham Hills Sports Club (Renown Road, Baulkham Hills - Opposite Ted Horwood Reserve) and will run from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.

There will be a nominal charge of $35.00 for each course and all attendees will receive the latest FIFA Law Book and the FIFA video on the Laws of the Game together with lecture notes and a certificate of completion if the course is passed. For further information contact John Kemp: 0412200541 or e-mail: john.kemp@hp.com. For a flyer on the courses . Details of the laws of the game and questions and answers on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - January 2006

The links page has been updated to include two new links "Australian Soccer Referees Federation (NSW Division)" and "Kangasport (Referee's Clothing and Accessories)". To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATED CONSTITUTION & BY-LAWS - January 2006

The latest version of the GDSRA Constitution and By-Laws has been added to the website. It can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" sub menu "Referees Documents" sub sub menu "Referees Reports" and then clicking on "Referees' Reports" and the Word Symbol next to "GDSRA Constitution Document". Also it is available by clicking "Word" symbol:

2006 MEMBERSHIP FORM - January 2006

The 2006 membership form is now online for members to renew their membership or new people wishing to join and become referees. The form can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" and then clicking on "Membership Form". Also it is available by clicking on the button on the main page or alternatively you can directly to the form by clicking on the following "Word" symbol:

Granville District Football Referees Association - The Official Web Site