Latest Updates

Latest Updates

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.

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:

THE LATEST HANDBOOK FOR THE 2007 SEASON - March 2007

The new 2007 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 2007 season. It has some interesting and valuable information. This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information" and then clicking on "Handbook". Alternatively you can find it by clicking on the button on the main page and also in the "Referees Documents and Reports" page .

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".

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