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2026 NNA Rules, Umpire Education and Pathway Opportunities
NNA is pleased to offer a range of opportunities in 2025 to support individuals in learning the rules of netball and developing their skills as umpires., including:
12yrs Rules Education Sessions
For those players who will be required to begin to umpire games as a component of their team umpire duty requirements for the season (12yrs Divisions). Theory and Practical components. Older players who missed this session in previous years are also welcome to attend.
Held Saturday 14 March & Saturday 21 March
Umpires Rule Clarification Session for Badged Umpires & Coaches
Held Friday 27 March 2026.
2026 Tier 1 and Tier 2 Program -
Theory & practical support by NNA Umpire coaches throughout the season to further develop as an umpire.
This program is full for 2026.
2026 NNA Tri Series Umpire Program
Refer: www.newcastlenetball.com.au/nna-tri-series
UMPIRE RESOURCES
Please click on the Netball Australia Learning Centre button to access the Foundation Umpire Course and Rules of Netball Theory Exam.
Umpire Requests 2026
PLEASE NOTE: Umpire Requests in 2026 as per the NNA Umpire Policy and Procedures:
12. UMPIRE REQUESTS
1. Teams may request one (1) official umpire to umpire their own fixture game for the prescribed fee, and by completing the ‘Request’ form correctly by 5.00pm on the Saturday prior to the requested game, with the payment, to be handed in at the office. If games are abandoned, requests are to be submitted to the Convenor by 5pm on the Wednesday before the game requested. A Request Form is available at the NNA Umpires Office
2026 NNA Umpiring Information
Become an Umpire
If you are interested in becoming an umpire, please make contact with your your club umpire convenor who will be able to talk to you about learning to become an umpire. They would love to hear from you and support you in your journey, so do not hesitate to contact them today!
RULES OF NETBALL 2024 EDITION
You can find out all about the new netball rules and access video explanations and PDF downloads by clicking on the link below.
Umpire Convenor
Dianne Burns
P: (02) 4951 5852 (after 5pm only)
M: 0408 676190 (after 5pm only)
E: umpires@newcastlenetball.com.au
