2009annual report

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Governance

Board members

Message from the President

Chief Executive Officer

Finance Officer

Capitations Membership

Affiliated Associations

Around the Regions

Life Members

Volunteer Recognition

Members’ Information Technology

Awards And Recognition

Coaching

Umpiring

Queensland Firebirds

High Performance

Representative Teams

State Competitions

Ergon Energy Netball Academy

State Events

Junior Participation

School Competitions

Netball Queensland Partners

Public Relations

Finance

210 Beaudesert Road

Moorooka, Queensland 4105

PO Box 50 Moorooka,

Queensland 4105

Phone: 07 3848 6330

Fax: 07 3848 6221

Web: www.netballq.org.au

vision“To be recognised as the strategic leader in delivering quality and equitable member services”.

PURPOSE

• Implement strategies for developing netball state wide

• Providing equity in opportunity

• Harness the collective capability of netball

valuesProfile of Netball

As a member of Netball Australia, grow the profile of netball through strategic alliances

Quality Participation

Netball is about participation and healthy lifestyles

Passion

We are passionate about the development of region based structures it’s affiliated associations and

clubs being vibrant and successful

Workable relationships

Maintain effective working relationships across all levels of sporting governance

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES • Attract, develop and keep people in the sport

• Deliver quality services

• High Performance success

• Ensure netball has an equitable and stable financial base

• Facility development and planning

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Romelda Aiken takes on Southern Steel’s Megan Hutton in round 12

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Netball Queensland is an incorporated not-for-profit association.

Subject to the Association Incorporations Act (QLD) 1981, Netball Queensland operates under a Constitution which was last amended in April, 2005 and is currently under review. Netball Queensland is currently comprised of 83 affiliated associations.

Associations have been allocated into 12 regions in Queensland. An elected board consisting of seven members who serve for two year

terms governs the sport of netball in Queensland

The Board is responsible for providing strategic direction and managing the administration of the affairs of the association through the CEO who has been employed by the board and is responsible to the board for the day to day management and conduct of business.

In line with the Constitution and relevant policies the Board may utilise various sub committees and panels to provide input to assist in fulfilling its role.

governance message from the president

Jan Maggacis - President

Jan has a background in HR and Personnel with other work experience in insurance, claims, underwriting and customer service. Other experiences includes level three coach, former state and national selector, life member- Netball Queensland with over 10 years involvement at Executive or Board level, former president MDNA, delegate to Netball Australia Council 06, former delegate to AANA Council meetings and company director.

Kevin Brennan - Vice-president

Kevin was first appointed to the Board of Netball Queensland in 2004. He is a CEO of a construction company and director of companies based in both Australia and overseas. Sport has always been a passion and he plays touch football, golf and trekking on trials around the world – Botswana and Canada are next. All his girls played netball from 5 years old and he has been involved from the supporting parent to team management.

Suzanne Yeates - Finance Officer

Suzanne is a partner in a Chartered Accounting firm. She holds the position of Company Secretary and Chief Financial Officer for a number of public and private companies. Suzanne is a former Queensland State 21’s and Open player, level one coach and previously held positions on Logan City Netball Associations management committee.

Susan Bamford - Board Member

Susan was a Netball Queensland Board Member in 1996 and 1999-2007 and is a Netball Queensland life member. Other credits include: endorsed National ‘A’ Badge Umpire, UDC Chairperson, former Umpiring Institute Member , accredited timer & scorer, accredited AANA tester & course presenter, life member and former president for Brendan’s Netball Club , former WDNA Secretary, former Regional Coaching Coordinator, Level 1 Coach, registrar – Private College as well as a background in administration and workplace health & safety.

Chris Schell - Board member

Chris has been an executive member for Townsville City Netball for 22 years. As well as that commitment she has been the Magnetic North Branch

Executive for 10 years and is a National Umpire. She has been a board member at Netball Queensland since March 2007.

Lyn Law - Board Member

Lyn has been a board member since March 2008 and in the same year was a recipient of a MNA service award. She has been on Mackay Netball’s executive since 1998 and president since 2006. Lyn was on the Whitsunday Branch Regional Committee and held the

office of vice president and president (1998-2006). Along with being an accredited scorer and timer, Lyn has a background

in administration and is currently an administration supervisor for a provider of transport and integrated logistics solutions

Ron Visser – Board Member

Ron Visser has an extensive background in netball with coaching and administration roles.Some of his highlights include Association representative coach,

president and vice president, Brisbane South regional president for two years, Tier 1 and 2 coach selection panel and player selector. Ron has been an Australia Day Award recipient and won the Netball Queensland President’s Award for Outstanding Contribution in 2006.

board members

On behalf of the Board of Netball Queensland I am delighted to report that netball has made significant advances in 2009 in what can only be described as a very busy and productive year.I congratulate and thank the Netball Queensland

Board and Operations, our associations and volunteers for their dedication and effort over the past year. It is with such support that the sport has blossomed and its potential is starting to be realised.

The public awareness of the Queensland Firebirds and the game itself has been catapulted into the spotlight with the success of the ANZ Championship. In 2009 we have been able to build on that solid base by having the Queensland Firebirds as wonderful ambassadors and supporting Netball Australia’s move into commercial free to air television. The ANZ Championship boasts a proven track record in raising brand awareness resulting in greater sponsorship interest and in turn a heightened level of netball awareness across the community. The challenge is to turn that greater awareness into more playing members supported by increased volunteers.

Strategic Focus

The Board feels it is important to canvass the individual needs of associations across the state and other stakeholders to understand and identify the level and type of assistance required to further enhance the service Netball Queensland provides to its members. To assess the changing needs of associations

and regions, a regional review was conducted of our membership with the assistance of board members Chris Schell and Ron Visser in their respective areas. The feedback collected together with information obtained from other states and sports will assist with clarity of direction for the future. It is important for future success that there is an alignment of our strategic priorities so that we may all work towards a common objective or outcome.

Netball Queensland continues to follow its strategy in relation to facility development. We are in the process of sourcing information to compile a master template to be used as a reference document for the development of different stadium configurations. It is hoped that

when funding is available Netball Queensland will have the ability to move forward without delay. Equally important will be the ability to share this information with our members who may have the capacity to establish netball in any new centres of growth across the state.

Netball is a business and it is reassuring to know that there is an accurate picture of our financial situation. The systems now in place under the guidance of Financial Controller Quyen Lu provides accurate and timely reporting for board review and places our sport in a better position to be proactive and plan ahead. Finance Officer Suzie Yeates should be congratulated on her involvement in this area.

The board’s strategy to undertake a high performance review eventuated with the recruitment of the High Performance Manager - Brian Hopley. The focus of the role is to establish, operate and continuously improve programs and processes that improve the capability of our players, coaches and umpires across the state. We believe this is a long term investment and once the benchmark quality is set at the elite level the benefits will be seen from the elite end to all underpinning programs.

Governance

The board has completed a review of all policies in an attempt to streamline the decision making process and operations of our business. A review of our constitution has also been conducted under the guidance of Susan Bamford and Lyn Law, with areas requiring modification discussed with members at the October meeting. Netball Australia has undertaken a strengthening governance project by collecting information from states and territories. The feedback uncovered from this will be shared with stakeholders and used as a basis for considering future changes to governance models. The report to date has highlighted that Netball Queensland has the most effective relations with Netball Australia and our board reporting has also been recognised.

Acknowledgements

Congratulations to Vicki Wilson on her induction into the Queensland Sports Hall of Fame in recognition of her stellar playing career. The

Queensland Firebirds, Queensland Fusion, state team players and all officials performed extremely well and we are proud of their achievements.

Vale

Former Netball Queensland Vice President Graeme Travers passed away this year. His work with policies and regional development provided useful insight and direction. Graeme had a passion for advancing netball.

I would like to acknowledge with sincere thanks the Queensland Government, Queensland Health and Ergon Energy and all other valued sponsors and partners. The relationship we have established with Netball Australia and networking with other states and territories has assisted greatly in our quest to advance netball. To the Netball Queensland Board, I congratulate you on your vision and drive and thank you for your support and commitment. Congratulations must also go to Netball Queensland CEO Cameron O’Hara and his staff on a hard working and successful 2009.

In closing, I would ask that everyone take time to recognise the achievements and advances that our sport has made across the state at all levels. Please remember that this success is the result of combined efforts, vision and hard work. On behalf of the board - congratulations to all!

Jan MaggacisPresident

Vice President Kevin Brennan at the Netball Queensland Gala Dinner

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Chief executive officer

This has been a year of significant achievement with broken milestones across the board thanks to a well rounded approach by all Netball Queensland stakeholders.

We enjoyed significant member growth through 2009 largely due to the success of the ANZ Championship and most of all our affiliate network of 83 associations that have capitalised on the growing public interest of netball Australia wide.

The result was a strengthened financial performance for the organisation in a time of global economic uncertainty and also a time where sports participation remains a highly competitive environment at the grass roots level.

Netball Queensland has continued to strengthen with the incredible support from Government partners. Our thanks goes to the Queensland Government, particularly Queensland Health, the Department of Communities and the Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) for their continual support and recognition of netball in Queensland.

Netball Queensland continued as a liaison throughout the state with local governments and various sporting and non-sporting industries ensuring netball was consistently considered and supported. Thanks to those partners in the community who helped support a natural growth pattern in our participation and for allowing Netball Queensland the opportunity to work as partners in future planning projects.

New facilities bought new members, specifically Northern Gold Coast Netball Association and three new associations from the Darling Downs region; Texas Netball Association, Goondiwindi Netball Association and St George Netball Association. We thank all member associations and their contributions to netball in 2009.

What The Year Delivered

Netball Queensland ensured its strategies remained relevant and key to our membership’s requirements. In turn the strategic addition of

program. Interest in the program grew along with final numbers progressing through to underage selection in 2009.

IT Services

Information Technology was again a high priority for Netball Queensland underpinned by our State Communication Framework. This included fortnightly Net News Update, Member Update, Firebirds Catch Up, websites and National Member Administration System (NMAS) which has continued as a growing fixture amongst member associations. Onsite training for NMAS was given to 45 member associations and 35 individual training sessions were held state wide headed by Judy Quilter and Daniel Smith. Net-Mail, netballs own email system, underwent field testing late in 2009 to be launched in full to the membership early 2010.

Media and Promotion

A substantial increase in netball media coverage was experienced across the state in 2009 largely due to work completed internally and through solid partnerships formed between local member associations and media networks. In total a 10 per cent increase in netball media exposure was produced. We sincerely thank our extended media family for their support of netball in this time of growth.

The Queensland Firebirds/ High Performance

The ANZ Championship has taken the sport to an unprecedented new level with live coverage on Network Ten through ONE HD, Ten and Southern Cross later in the year. Audience numbers nearly doubled in 2009 with an average TV audience of 300,000. The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre attendance pushed past our previous record with an average 85 per cent capacity, totalling 2700 each game. Both corporate hospitality and licensing also exceeded expectation and provided greater insight into the growing entertainment value of the Firebirds.

Congratulations to Queensland Firebirds coach Vicki Wilson, support staff and players

‘Facility Development and Planning’ meant a critical concern amongst the Queensland membership was now at the forefront of the organisation’s priorities. Work commenced on developing a

comprehensive netball court planning guide to ensure member associations and local councils were safe in their approach to the development and renovation of netball facilities. On a facility front, Netball Queensland continued exploring options with the State Government and other stakeholders surrounding a home facility for netball. In 2009 full concept plans were developed.

We continued down the lines of ensuring the sport maintained a progressive approach by reviewing our regional structure. The review identified the importance of regions in ongoing development of netball in Queensland, given geographic challenges and established development pathways. However, since their inception regional roles and responsibilities have changed. It was seen as critical that moving forward, regions required greater support with the implementation of a regional administrator role from 2010.

A full membership review commenced in line with a strategy to build and grow netball in Queensland which was completed in two parts - a review of non-affiliated netball entities and full affiliate and associate memberships. The outcome has assisted Netball Queensland in preliminary discussions with various ‘non traditional’ netball markets including men’s, mixed, schools, indoor, indigenous and inclusive networks to further enhance and strengthen netball as one brand for all.

On a state and national level, Netball Queensland solidified its already strong partnership with Netball Australia by committing to re-brand itself with the national ‘one netball’ brand. This shift symbolises Netball Queensland’s commitment to a growing national brand identity which cemented itself with corporate partners, members and fans nationally. We envisage the national `one brand` family will be considered an iconic sporting and entertainment brand for netball in Australia.

who amidst all the attention were professional in their approach and well rounded ambassadors of the game, finishing fifth for the second consecutive year, narrowly missing a finals position by less than 2 per cent.

Although fifth is commendable it was below all expectation and it was this continued trend that prompted Netball Queensland to commence revision of its high performance program, starting with the realignment of the Firebirds coaching role to now become full time, working with the newly recruited High Performance Manager. This would ensure the elite end of the sport remained a viable pathway for developing athletes, coaches and umpires. Changes included the recruitment of Australian Diamonds Assistant Coach Roselee Jencke and High Performance Manager Brian Hopley late 2009.

On a state and development focus Queensland’s team within the New Idea Australian Netball League, Queensland Fusion, performed admirably in 2009 with a consecutive third place in their second year. The ANL continues to be supported and enhanced to ensure it remains a valid pathway for athletes, coaches and umpires in a premier national competition under the ANZ Championship.

Again Queensland’s underage teams competed commendably with the 17 and Under, 19 and Under and 21 and Under finishing fourth, second and third respectively.

Congratulations to all Queenslanders who received outstanding representative achievements in 2009.

Our national partnership extended far further than branding in 2009 particularly in the area of community and sport development. A revised ‘national’ approach for junior

introductory program San Remo NetSetGO! saw nearly 1800 juniors introduced to the sport in Queensland. The program was further enhanced through Queensland Firebirds participation. More than 26 schools and 800 participants were visited as part of the ANZ Fire Up! clinics which was also well supported and delivered by Netball Queensland and the Queensland Firebirds.

Work was also conducted at a national level surrounding indigenous participation, inclusion programs, risk management, insurance, Trans Tasman Netball League, coaching, umpiring and officiating. We sincerely thank Netball Australia for ongoing support, guidance and recognition of our efforts throughout the year. On a state level, community, sport and

commercial development all took steps forward measured to expectation.

The year saw full participation across the board in the newly branded Schweppes Challenge, Be SmokeFree! State Age Championships, X-Blades Challenge Carnival and Feeling Good Carnival.

There were many highlights in the Holden Cruze Cup including the McDonalds Magnetic North Steelcats as the first team in competition history to compete independently of Netball Queensland budgetary support thanks to McDonald’s Townsville. Ergon Energy once again supported the Ergon Energy Championships, which saw some outstanding results and display of netball.

2009 saw Netball Queensland’s final delivery of the Cape Indigenous Netball Program headed by Heather McLaren of Marlin Coast and supported by the Queensland Government. More than 1100 Indigenous students took part through 2008/2009.

On a regional front, the Ergon Energy Netball Academy structure provided a great avenue for developing athletes, coaches and umpires, operating under a state wide monitored

Thank you

Finally, I acknowledge Jan Maggacis and the Netball Queensland Board for their support and loyalty, the management team, staff and volunteers at Netball Queensland and the many people in the wider community who have all continued to enhance, support and develop netball in Queensland – thankyou.

Cameron O’Hara - CEONetball Queensland

Ergon Energy Netball Academy was a big success in all regions in 2009

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fInAnCE OffICER CAPITATIOnS mEmbERShIP

This has been a year of considerable progress for Netball Queensland with the past 12 months proving to be particularly challenging. Netball Queensland continued to be in a sound financial position as we make progress in building up our financial strength. As at 31st December 2009, Netball Queensland had net assets of $2,734,856 (2008: $2,621,500). Of this amount, $747,567 represented cash on hand of which $325,429 represents 2010 prepaid income. This is an increase in cash reserves of $269,516 (56%) from the prior year.

The financial operations of Netball Queensland for the 2009 year resulted in a net surplus of $113,356 (2008: profit $40,361) which represents an increase of 181% on the prior year. This profit including non-cash items of Depreciation $75,782, Loss on Disposal of Asset $967, Bad Debts $458 and Obselete Stock $3,104.

Gross receipts totalled $5,020,166 with gross operating expenses totalling $4,906,810 for the year. Disregarding the amount of contra sponsorship and expenses of 2009, revenue has been retained with an increase of $28,235 while expenses have decreased by $44,759 from the prior year. Further new sponsors and official suppliers were secured to contribute to this bottom line. The staff of Netball Queensland should be commended for their work in achieving these increases in incomes and reductions in expenditures.

Membership revenue remains the largest contributor of income for Netball Queensland. This reinforces the need to not only protect this vital income stream but to nurture it and see it grow. This can only happen if numbers can be retained for all levels and categories of membership in the sport.

The challenges which impacted our performance in 2009 will continue into the new financial year, however they will present us with both challenges and opportunities. With the outlook for global financial markets uncertain and economic growth slowing, we need to remain cautious and ensure that we remain well capitalised and funded.

At the same time it is essential that we do not lose sight of our strategic imperatives and balance these short term challenges with the need to continue to invest in creating long term value for our members. There has been continued progress in delivering on our five strategic priorities which are key components in achieving our goal of becoming Australia’s best sporting association.

Netball Queensland has come out of a very difficult year in a strong position. In an environment where there are significant financial pressures, Netball Queensland goes into the new financial year well positioned both competitively and financially.

The Finance Committee would like to thank Netball Queensland staff and management team for their efforts this year and look forward to the continued success in the future with the organisation going from strength to strength.

Suzanne Yeates – Finance Officer

In 2009 Netball Queensland consisted of 83 affiliated associations which was one less than in 2008. Three 2008 affiliates did not re-affiliate with Netball Queensland in 2009 and we gained two new associations, both of which located in the Darling Downs region.

The two new associations were Goondiwindi Netball Association and Texas Netball Association. In addition St George Netball Association was this year approved as a new affiliate (also for the Darling Downs Region) and will officially affiliate in 2010.

Membership numbers again indicated an increase from the previous year and the accompanying graphs highlight this growth and indicates membership for each or our 12 regions.

Breakdown of 2009 membership is as follows:

Total - 40,916Seniors - 11,319Juniors – (11-17 Years) – 18,478Juniors – (8-10 Years) - 6,834Fun Net – (5-7 years) - 855Non Playing - 1,691San Remo NetSetGo! - (5-10 Years) 1,732

2009 Membership by Catergory

2009 Membership by Region

Affiliated Associations

Albert Districts Netball Association Alpha & District Netball Association Barcaldine Netball Association Beaudesert & District Netball Association Biloela Netball Association Blackwater Netball Association Bowen Netball Association Brisbane Netball Association Bundaberg Netball Association Burdekin Netball AssociationCaboolture Netball Association Cairns Netball Association Caloundra District Netball Association Capricorn Coast Netball Association Charters Towers & Surrounding Districts Netball Association Coolum District Netball Association Curtis Coast Dolphins Netball Association Dalby Netball Association Douglas Netball Association Downey Park Netball AssociationDysart Netball Association Emerald Netball Association Evelyn Netball Association Fassifern Netball Association Gayndah & District Netball Association Gladstone Netball Association Goodna Netball AssociationGoondiwindi Netball Association Gordonvale Netball AssociationGympie & Districts Netball AssociationHerbert River Netball Association Hervey Bay Netball Association Highfields & Districts Netball Association Hinterland District Netball Association Hughenden Netball Association Innisfail & Districts Netball Association Ipswich Netball Association Jimboomba Netball Association Kingaroy Netball AssociationLaidley & Districts Netball Association Lockyer Valley Netball AssociationLogan City Netball AssociationLongreach Netball AssociationMacGregor Netball AssociationMackay Netball AssociationMaleny Netball AssociationMaryborough Netball AssociationMetropolitan Districts Netball AssociationMiddlemount Netball AssociationMonto Netball AssociationMoranbah Netball AssociationMount Isa Amateur Netball Association

Mundubbera Netball AssociationMurwillumbah Netball AssociationNambour & Districts Netball AssociationNanango & District Netball AssociationNoosa District Netball AssociationNorthern Gold Coast Netball AssociationPine Rivers Netball AssociationQueensland Catholic Netball AssociationRedcliffe Leagues Netball AssociationRedland Netball AssociationRockhampton Netball AssociationSarina & District Netball AssociationShailer Park Netball AssociationSouth Coast Netball AssociationSouthern Districts Netball AssociationSouthport Carrara Netball AssociationStanthorpe Netball AssociationSt George Netball AssociationTableland Netball AssociationTexas Netball AssociationThe Sunshine Coast Netball AssociationToowoomba Netball AssociationTownsville City Netball AssociationTully Netball AssociationTweed Netball AssociationUnderwood Park Netball AssociationWarwick & District Netball AssociationWestern Districts Netball AssociationWhitsunday Netball AssociationWynnum Manly Netball Association

Ipswich celebrates their win in the Schweppes Challenge

2009 X-Blades Challenge Carnival

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2009 Membership by Category!

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Wide Bay!

Whitsunday!

Suncoast!

Marlin Coast!

Magnetic North!

Golden South!

Darling Downs!

Capricorn!

Brsibane West!

Brisbane South!

Brisbane North!

Brisbane East!

2009 Membership by Regions!

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around the regions continued

Brisbane North

In 2009 Brisbane North began operating as an Incorporated Branch. This was a significant step forward in the history of the region. Brisbane North again had another strong year in the state league competition, with the Kedron Wavell Services Club Cougars and the Ergon Energy Netball Academy proving to be a beneficial program and pathway for local athletes.

7 x level 1 umpiring courses 36 x accredited foundation coaches

Brisbane South

Brisbane South offered a wide and varied range of development opportunities for their members in 2009. From accreditation courses to development workshops; all were designed and planned to meet the needs of their members and provide up-skilling. The region also hosted a successful Twilight Carnival which was well supported by the associations and members. Brisbane South held a Junior Netball Clinic for 11 to 14 year olds with the Brisbane South Wildcats which was an overwhelming success. The Wildcats conquered Kedron Wavell Services Club Cougars in the Ergon Energy Championship final.

5 x level 1 umpiring courses43 x accredited foundation coaches

Brisbane East

The Brisbane East region had a challenging year in 2009. The highlight for the region was the success of their Carina Leagues Club Tigers in the Holden Cruze Cup. The team was crowned 2009 champions after defeating the Golden South Jaguars. Another highlight for the region was the success of the Ergon Energy Netball Academy. The program contained a strong umpiring component and coaches and umpires from Brisbane East were invited to attend and be up-skilled in various areas of the game.

3 x level 1 umpiring courses25 x accredited foundation coaches

Brisbane West

Significant progress was made in 2009 towards Incorporation status for Brisbane West with the aim of the region being fully operational as an Incorporated Branch in 2010. Development opportunities were provided through the Ergon Energy Netball Academy and on more than one occasion it was evident from all accounts that these opportunities were well received. Given the overall success of these opportunities it can only be expected that they will continue to grow in the coming year for the region.

1 x level 1 umpiring courses21 x accredited foundation coaches

around the regions

Netball Queensland had the opportunity to have on-going face-to face contact with the 12 Regional Management Committees to assist with the forward and ongoing planning and development of each region. The following were initiatives for the benefit of Regional Management Committees:

• Regional Funding Program • Volunteer Recognition Program • Regional Operations Resource (to be rolled out in 2010)

Marlin Coast

It was another busy year for Marlin Coast in 2009. The region introduced several new programs this year including the Classics, Junior Representative and Netta Carnival, using development pathways as the event strategy. The region’s partnership with Fowler’s Group continued in 2009 providing valuable funding to support the local regional events including club carnivals and schools events. Marlin Coast also continued their sponsorship with Territory Packaging in 2009. Their funding was channelled towards the support of the athletes in the underpinning programs and the Ergon Energy Netball Academy. Another valuable partnership with James Cook University gave the region access to Sports Science/Human Movements support staff.

2 x level 1 umpiring courses 9 x accredited foundation coaches

Magnetic North

In 2009 Magnetic North offered a wide and varied range of development opportunities for their members. From accreditation courses to umpire workshops; all were designed and planned to meet the needs of their members and provide up-skilling. Magnetic North again hosted a successful umpiring weekend at the annual Burdekin Carnival.

The Magnetic North Steelcats continued to be supported by local sponsors including McDonald’s Townsville.

9 x level 1 umpiring courses1 x rules in action23 x accredited foundation coaches

Whitsunday

2009 proved to be a challenging year for the Whitsunday region. The annual Coaching and Umpiring Development Weekend, Junior Sharks Camp and Western Tour were all put on hold for 2009 due to limited funding and unavailability of presenters. The region again supported the Remote Children’s Camp held in Clermont. Approximately 50 children from remote stations attended the annual camp and the region was able to provide assistance with coaches and equipment. While Whitsunday was unable to compete in the tier 2 state league competition the Ergon Energy Netball Academy program continued to shine. The Academy received a lot of positive feedback and athletes benefited from the dedicated staff - Carynne Robinson, Trisha McHugh and Joe Fatnowna. The region’s umpires received coaching from experienced umpire Michelle O’Brien-Paulson and the visit was a great success.

1 x umpiring courses8 x accredited foundation coaches

Capricorn

Capricorn offered a wide and varied range of development opportunities for their members in 2009. From accreditation courses to player camps; all were designed and planned to meet the needs of their members and provide up-skilling. The Ergon Energy Championship team, Capricorn Claws and Ergon Energy Netball Academy continued to strengthen and grow.

11 x umpiring courses 1 x level 2 umpiring course43 x accredited foundation coaches

Wide Bay

This year was highlighted by an increased focus on the mentoring and development of the Wide Bay region’s coaches and umpires. The annual regional days again provided valuable umpire coaching to those in the region. The two days were successfully hosted by Gayndah and Nanango Netball Associations. The Ergon Energy Netball Academy was also a great platform for the development of coaches and umpires. The region was also able to see an increase in media exposure from Ergon Energy Championship team, the Thundercats and through the Academy.

3 x level 1 umpiring courses52 x accredited foundation coaches

Suncoast

Suncoast again hosted regional development games over three weekends from mid-February to early March as part of the region’s commitment to developing representative players across all associations in the area. The three days were successfully hosted by Sunshine Coast, Noosa and Caboolture. The competition was played in a non-competitive round robin

format with all teams both representative and challenge playing. Many associations in the region used the competition as a final selection process for representative teams. In 2009 Suncoast implemented a successful Junior Academy Program to underpin the Ergon Energy Netball Academy. The region again achieved significant results in the areas of management and administration, marketing and promotion and participation and involvement. 30 per cent of all Netball Queensland accredited foundation coaches in 2009 were from Suncoast as they held six courses throughout the year to accommodate the members. 8 x level 1 umpiring courses138 x accredited foundation coaches

Darling Downs

Netball in the Darling Downs region commenced in 2009 with the selection of the Darling Downs Panthers and a record number of netballers trialling for the Ergon Energy Netball Academy. The inaugural Laura Geitz Competition was a tremendous success with a large number of schools in attendance. The annual coaching and umpiring weekend held on the third weekend of February was well attended. The purpose of the weekend was to give coaches and umpires a head start before the commencement of the netball season. Interdistrict competition continued to grow from strength to strength in 2009 and Netball Queensland commends Meg Englart for her dedication and organisation of the event. In 2009 the Rural and Remote funding allowed Flora Clark to travel to places like Thargomindah and surrounding areas. Flora provided valuable coaching and clinics to a variety of age groups in these areas.

4 x level 1 umpiring courses20 x accredited foundation coaches

Golden South

In 2009 Golden South achieved some major milestones and achievements. The focus for 2009 was coach and umpire education, junior development and the progress of the Golden South Jaguars. The region congratulated and acknowledged several athletes who were selected for representative honors. In 2009, six Golden South athletes competed in the New Idea Australian Netball League and the region had several athletes vying for underage 2010 state team selection. The Holden Cruze Cup team, The Jaguars, coached by Paula Stuart finished runners up in the competition. The region also congratulated Paula on attaining her level 3 coaching accreditation. Another highlight for Golden South was the coach education session delivered by Vicki Wilson and the increased media exposure especially in the Tweed Daily News, Gold Coast Bulletin and the Gold Coast Sun. Overall 2009 was a very positive year for Golden South.

3 x level 1 umpiring courses39 x accredited foundation coaches

Firebirds players visit Wide Bay Ergon Energy Netball Academy

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life members

Maureen AtkinsSusan BamfordJune Bothwell AMMichele Buck *Bertha Elder *Morna FranklinAudrey Fullagar OAMFlorence Gallagher *Phyllis GrantDeirdre Hyland AMDoris Howes *Mavis Martin *Madonna McKennaJan MaggacisLana MidsonJoan PenetcostCarole Scott Helen StevensOlive Stitz *Ivy Wallace *Jeanette Warwick BEMElizabeth WhiteValda WilliamsonVicki Wilson OAMDoris T Wilson *Shirley Winton *Maisie Wrightson *

* Denotes deceased

2009 President’s Award recipient – Richard Van der Velde

Netball Queensland continues to recognise the efforts and skills of volunteers through the Volunteer Recognition Program. In 2009 the program was very well received and appreciated. Netball Queensland is committed to the recognition of the invaluable work these volunteers do and the time and energy they put into promoting netball in Queensland.In the second year of the program, Netball Queensland recognised and

rewarded those individuals who have devoted their time to the sport in a non-paid capacity at a club, association or regional level in the areas of coaching, managing, administration, publicity, social planning, registry and umpiring.

Volunteers recognised through the program in 2009:

Barry Low - Magnetic North Cecilia Morris - Magnetic North Belinda Fenton - Darling Downs Pat Pilkington - Brisbane SouthDeborah Vandenberg - Brisbane WestKayleen Lawson - Brisbane EastJoan Quinn - Darling DownsBell Hayes - Darling DownsMargaret Cedar - Magnetic NorthClyde McGrath - Brisbane WestRon Visser - Brisbane SouthMargaret Page - Brisbane WestTrish Jachimowicz - Brisbane EastMaurie Maguire - Brisbane EastMargaret Maguire – Brisbane EastBarb Ahmat - CapricornRobyn Kiernan - CapricornTanya Gaudry - WhitsundayTerri Noakes - Brisbane South Sally Millard - Brisbane NorthMaree Semmens - Brisbane North

Netball Queensland’s valued volunteers

volunteer recognition awards and recognition

NETBALL QUEENSLAND ANNUAL AWARDS CONGRATULATIONS

2009 President’s Award Richard Van der Velde 2009 Volunteer of the Year Christine Strid 2009 Umpire of the Year Di Cocker 2009 Coach of the Year Amanda Stagg 2009 Most Valuable Player – Ergon Energy Championship Brienne Creet – Brisbane North Kedron Wavell Services Club Cougars 2009 Most Valuable Player – Holden Cruze Cup Gemma Curtis – Brisbane West Yellow Cab Lions 2009 Under 17 State Team Most Valuable Player Shannon Holmes 2009 Under 19 State Team Most Valuable Player Sally Butters 2009 Judy Sampson Memorial Trophy Holly Pearce 2009 Under 21 State Team Most Valuable Player Rachel Forbes 2009 Queensland Fusion Most Valuable Player Jacinta Messer 2009 Queensland Firebirds Spirit Award Demelza McCloud 2009 Queensland Firebirds Players Player Lauren Nourse 2009 Queensland Firebirds Players Player Clare McMeniman 2009 Queensland Firebirds Player of the Year Romelda Aiken Sunday Mail High Flyer Award Romelda Aiken

NATIONAL RECOGNITION

ANZ Championship Most Valuable Player Romelda AikenAustralian Diamonds Squad Laura Geitz Lauren NourseAustralian Squad 21/U Laura Scherian Sophie Croft Candice Adams Rachel ForbesAustralian Squad 19/U Tiata Baldwin Holly Pearce Stephanie Wood Sally Butters Alex Feggans Chanel GomesAustralian Squad 17/U Shannon Holmes Laura ClemeshaAustralian Institute of Sport Scholarship holders Candice Adams Sophie Croft Rachel Forbes Jacqui Russell Laura ScherianJamaican Netball Team Romelda AikenWorld 7 Netball Team Demelza McCloud Romelda Aiken Tamsin Greenway OTHER AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Department of Communities Rising Star Award Sophie Croft

technology

members information

Netball in Queensland is moving towards a new and more efficient way of operating as we look towards the future with an increasing emphasis on the utilisation of new technologies.

The most significant achievements during 2009 supporting this objective, involved the National Membership and Administration System (NMAS).

NMAS:

After a successful three month pilot involving six Netball Queensland Associations in 2008, this year saw the widespread roll out of NMAS across the state, with basic training provided to 60 per cent of member organisations.

Behind the scenes, extensive development went into all NMAS modules with refinements made to the existing modules throughout the year prior to 2009 and new modules prepared in readiness for full scale launches in 2010. Netball Queensland remained a key player in this process involving the system developers Interfuse, Netball Australia and all state bodies.

Of the new modules, a member’s only portal known as MyNetball was launched in Queensland in late 2009. In addition to this Net-Mail, the new exclusive communication tool for the netball community, was piloted by three Netball Queensland Associations in November to be launched in Queensland in 2010. Queensland will be the first of the Australian states to utilise this module. This is due to Netball Queensland’s prominent and ongoing work in cooperation with Netball Australia on NMAS development, as well as a nation leading initiative in funding the creation of Net-Mail which is tailor made for the requirements of member organisations in Queensland.

A ninth module known as ‘Broadcast’ has also been developed and when completed will revolutionise the way associations can send communications to its members by utilising mobile technologies.

The benefits of the time and funding that Netball Queensland has invested into these projects during 2009 will undoubtedly be increasingly noticed over the coming years as the system becomes more operational.

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UmPIRInG

In 2009 there was a large increase in on-court coaching for Badged Umpires participating in the Schweppes Challenge event. Weekly help was provided by coaches – Deb Seiler, Michelle O’Brien Paulsen, Marie Semmens, Di Johnston and Kathy Warneke.

Coaching was also provided to umpires at the three State Events (X-Blades State Challenge, Be Smokefree! State Age and Feeling Good Carnival) and there was some excellent feedback from those who received assistance.

Netball Queensland would like to thank Queensland based AA Umpires – Valda Williamson, Joan Pentecost, Annette Smith, Janelle Derrington and Di Cocker for their contribution in 2009.

Planning is well underway for 2010 with a special B to A Camp scheduled along with a National C Camp and assistance for TID (talent Identified) umpires throughout the jurisdiction.

Congratulations to all those who obtained National Accreditation in 2009.

Umpiring Statistics for 2009:

National Badges

AA – 1 re-endorsement (2008 - Nil)A – Nil (2008 - 1 A + 2 A endorsements)B – 6 (2008 - 17)C – 77 (2008 - 107)Level 1 Umpiring Courses – 813 (2008 - 935)Level 2 Umpiring Courses – 52 (2008 - Nil)Rules in Action – 55 (2008 - 29)

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Di Cocker receives Umpire of the Year Award from Kevin Brennan

coaching

Coaching Accreditation

Coaching Accreditation numbers for 2009:

Foundation: 316Development: 55Intermediate: 20Advanced: 6Elite: 0High Performance: 1

Netball Queensland would like to congratulate the following coaches on achieving their Advanced Accreditation:

Julie Bowman – Pine Rivers Alecia Connor - BrisbaneErin Corlis – Brisbane Deborah Ruka - CabooltureDarren Connolly - Brisbane South Terri Collingburn – GoldenTracey Davis - Gladstone

Congratulations also to Paula Stuart on achieving her High Performance Accreditation.

Sport and Recreation Netball Workshops

Netball Queensland delivered 16 Teacher Professional Development Workshops throughout the state as part of Sport and Recreation’s 2009 Get Active Queensland Accreditation Program (GAQAP).

This program in 2009 saw a new workshop developed specifically for teachers which was delivered to 191 teachers and student teachers within the Queensland system.

Coaching Development

Selectors Workshop

In January Janet Bothwell, former High Performance Director of Netball Australia, conducted a Selectors Workshop. The workshop catered to coaches of all levels, and addressed the selection process for club, association, and state league level teams. 65 Queensland coaches from all areas and levels attended the workshop.

Coaching Development with former Australian netball coach Jill McIntosh.

In 2009, Netball Queensland coaches were fortunate to be given an opportunity to attend coaching development seminars held throughout the state with Jill McIntosh.Jill visited all 12 regions as part of the Ergon Energy Netball Academy

Education and Training Program, working with the coaches and providing a valuable up-skilling opportunity.

Increase your Vision

In June, Advanced Level Coaches attended the “Increase Your Vision” workshop. The workshop focused on decision making, timing and drills.

Elite Coaches attend Match Analysis forum

High performance and state team coaches attended a Match Analysis Forum hosted by Jill McIntosh conducted over two Queensland Firebirds home games. The forum included pre-game discussion with the Firebirds coaching panel, quarter, half and three quarter time insight into Firebirds feedback and an after match address by the Firebird coaches.

Elite Coaching Course

In November 2009 Netball Australia presenters Jill McIntosh and Carol Byers presented the practical coaching component of the Elite Coaching Course. This practical coaching session was delivered to 11 of our state’s senior coaches.

Additional Development Sessions included:Inclusion Training WorkshopAssessor Training AccreditationAdvanced Presenter Accreditation

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Queensland Fusion coach Kylee Sampson

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Coaching Accreditation 2008-2009

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queensland firebirds

The Queensland Firebirds and ANZ Championship enjoyed many highlights in 2009 in what was the second year of the trans-Tasman netball competition. Network Ten came on board in 2009 for the Australian broadcast of the ANZ Championship with games shown on free to air television on Channel 10 and the new digital channel ONE HD. The Network Ten broadcast saw Australian television audiences increase 225 per cent in 2009 compared to 2008, and with ONE HD now broadcasting in regional areas this is sure to increase in the 2010 season.

The ANZ Championship was broadcast for a total of 554 hours across four networks in Australia and New Zealand and reached a cumulative audience of 11.407 million viewers across both markets.

The Queensland Firebirds hosted six home games at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre in 2009 achieving record crowds with sold out games and an average of over 2600 spectators per game. Season tickets also hit record numbers and were up 20 per cent on the 2008 season. These figures show the substantial growth of live spectators and television viewers in 2009.

With an increase in television coverage the Firebirds team also achieved more exposure through other media and sponsorships. The ANZ Championship has significantly increased the profile of netball at all levels of the game.

The ANZ Championship was a tightly contested competition in 2009 with the final four not decided until the last round. The Queensland Firebirds fell agonisingly short, missing the finals on a goal percentage of one per cent. The highlights of the season were the 11 point victory over the Waikato/ Bay of Plenty Magic at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre in round four and a comeback victory against the Northern Mystics in Auckland in round 13.

For the second consecutive year Romelda Aiken scored the highest number of goals in the ANZ Championship season with 570 season goals and again won the Most Valuable Player of the ANZ Championship.

The Queensland Firebirds were very prominent in the Queensland community in 2009. Firebirds players coached the state’s up and coming netballers through the ANZ Fire Up! Clinics all across the state from Cairns to the Gold Coast and also visited up to 40 schools to promote healthy living through the Queensland Health Feeling Good Schools Program. The Firebirds supported and promoted many charities including the Cancer Council’s Daffodil Day, Pink Ribbon Day and various other causes.

The Queensland Firebirds would like to thank all their sponsors for their support in 2009. Queensland Health entered into its third year of being the Firebirds Major Support Partner in 2009.

Awards and Individual Achievements

Most Valuable Player of the ANZ Championship • Romelda Aiken

Queensland Firebirds Player of the Year • Romelda Aiken

Queensland Firebirds Player’s Player• Joint winners - Clare McMeniman and Lauren Nourse

Spirit of the Firebirds Award• Demelza McCloud

Australian Squad• Laura Geitz• Lauren Nourse

2009 Queensland Firebirds – Team ListPeta Stephens (Captain)Clare McMeniman (Vice Captain)Romelda AikenAlissa CastrisosCarla DziwokiLaura GeitzTamsin GreenwayJanelle LawsonDemelza McCloudLauren NourseJenny O’Connor Keirra TrompfCoach – Vicki WilsonAssistant Coach – Patti FarrellManager – Leoni ThomasPhysiotherapist – John FitzgeraldStrength and Conditioning Coach – James HoodDietician – Kerry LeechPodiatrist – Janet BurnsDoctor – Dale Sieirup

2009 Firebirds captain Peta Stephens

Round Date Home Team Score Away Team Score Venue

Round 1 4/4/2009 Firebirds 48 Thunderbirds 60 BCECRound 2 11/4/2009 Firebirds 51 Vixens 54 BCECRound 3 18/4/2009 Pulse 46 Firebirds 58 TSB Bank Arena, WellingtonRound 4 25/4/2009 Firebirds 53 Magic 42 BCECRound 5 na Firebirds na Bye na na Round 6 9/5/2009 Firebirds 56 Fever 53 BCECRound 7 16/5/2009 Swifts 54 Firebirds 58 SOPSC, SydneyRound 8 23/5/2009 Thunderbirds 51 Firebirds 50 ETSA Park, AdelaideRound 9 30/5/2009 Vixens 57 Firebirds 53 Hisense Arena, MelbourneRound 10 6/6/2009 Firebirds 62 Swifts 61 BCECRound 11 13/6/2009 Tactix 53 Firebirds 46 Westpac Arena, ChristchurchRound 12 22/6/2009 Firebirds 52 Steel 50 BCECRound 13 27/6/2009 Mystics 57 Firebirds 59 Trusts Stadium, AucklandRound 14 4/7/2009 Fever 54 Firebirds 52 Challenge Stadium, Perth

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National Netball Championships

Queensland’s 17 years and under, 19 years and under and 21 years and under state teams travelled to Canberra in April for the 2009 National Netball Championships. After acclimatising to the cold weather, the teams hit the courts for six days of netball action. Queensland gave it their all during the championships following weeks of hard training and dedication. This paid off with some fantastic results. Congratulations to all athletes and officials in the 2009 Nationals campaign.

Where: Canberra

Dates: April 15 to 26

Results: 17/U finished fourth with two athletes – Shannon Holmes & Laura Clemesha – making the 17/U Australian Squad.

19/U capped off a stellar campaign finishing second and boasting six athletes – Tiata Baldwin, Holly Pearce, Stephanie Wood, Sally Butters, Alex Feggans & Chanel Gomes – in the 19/U Australian Squad.

21/U finished third and had four athletes – Sophie Croft, Candice Adams, Laura Scherian & Rachel Forbes – in the 21/U Australian Squad.

Congratulations to Sophie and Laura who were part of the Australian 21/U team which contested the World Youth Netball Championships in the Cook Islands in August.

17 & Under Team

Genevieve AisthorpeOlivia BurnettLaura ClemeshaClaire HaighChelsea HaywardShannon HolmesEmily KeehnAlannah KinrossKatie McDougallStephanie O’BrienTaylor OlzardMadeline Paton

Officials

Jenny BrazelChristine VogeMerrin McCulloch

19 & Under Team

Tiata BaldwinSally ButtersBrienne CreetAlexandra FeggansChanel GomesHayley GordonMichelle MannixAlana PakiHolly PearceEmma TicknerLoren ToddStephanie Wood

Officials Amanda VanderWalShaye GillettSue Calder

21 & Under Team

Candice AdamsSophie CroftRachel ForbesHannah JohnsonGeorgia MerrettNatalie ParksSarah RukaJacqui RussellLaura ScherianLisa SpencerMelanie SteelHeidi Wilson

Officials

Amanda StaggPatti FarrellBernie Toohey

high performance representative teams

In 2009, the High Performance area of the sport adjusted to change with the re-alignment of the Queensland Academy of Sport. The QAS undertook a strategic shift to concentrate on and support the elite team of each sport which in netball’s case was the Queensland Firebirds. The QAS supported the Queensland Firebirds with facilities, athlete and career education and sports science. Five Queensland athletes were selected for 2009 Australian Institute

of Sport Scholarships, congratulations to Sophie Croft, Candice Adam, Rachael Forbes, Laura Scherian and Jacqui Russell. In November an Elite Coaching Course was held at the QAS for 10

of Queensland’s advanced coaches. The Netball Australia run course attracted many of the state’s leading coaches and up and coming coaches who will use their new knowledge in their teams and programs in the future. Also in coaching, Paula Stuart achieved her High Performance Coaching

Accreditation from Netball Australia. Congratulations to Di Cocker who was re-endorsed as an AA umpire during the 2009 New Idea Australian Netball League competition. At the National Championships Queensland was heavily represented

in the 17 and Under and 19 and Under talent identification squads. For the first time a 19 and Under Australian team was selected and congratulations to Stephanie Wood, Chanel Gomes, Holly Pearce, Sally Butters and Alexandra Feggans on their selection in this squad. This team played in matches against the Australian Institute of Sport at the end of their selection camp. Kylee Sampson was chosen as an Australian 19 and Under Squad selector for the National Championships and 19 and Under Australian team selector at the National TID camp. At the World Youth Cup, Queensland was represented in the Australian

21 and Under team by Sophie Croft and Laura Scherian. At the National Championships support was given to the coaching staff

with the inclusion of a video analysis program. This enabled coaches to watch matches and specific areas straight after games and plan for the following matches. This initiative was extremely successful and will be used in the future. Through the Phase two program and Ergon Energy Netball Academy

Screening and Development weekend various specialists were used to educate state team and academy athletes in nutrition, time management, injury management and recovery. Congratulations to all athletes who were chosen for representative

teams in 2009. These are listed on subsequent pages.

New Idea Australian Netball League

The second season of the New Idea Australian Netball League (ANL) kicked off in July with the Queensland Fusion hosting their home round at Cornubia Park Sports Centre. Queensland played host to South Australia, Tasmania and the first international team in the ANL – Singapore. Emerging undefeated after their home round, the Queensland Fusion continued their great form to finish third on the ladder. After a hard fought battle in the semi-finals the Queensland Fusion went down by two points to the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS). Victorian Fury backed up their 2008 title with a convincing win in the final to remain the New Idea Australian Netball League champions.

2009 Queensland Fusion Squad

Tiata BaldwinSally ButtersSophie CrouchChanel GomesMichelle HessAmanda LucasGeorgia MerrettJacinta MesserSimone NalatuLara NilssonJenny O’ConnorNatalie ParksHolly PearceMeegan RooneyLisa SpencerLaura StokesCarla StonierKatie WalkerStephanie Wood

Coach: Kylee SampsonAssistant Coaches: Jenny Brazel and Paula StuartManager: Bernadette Toohey

Congratulations to all Queensland Fusion athletes and officials. Netball Queensland would like to thank the volunteers who assisted with the home round and finals weekends and Queensland Health, Queensland Academy of Sport, Goodlife Health Clubs and Skins for their support of the 2009 Queensland Fusion.

Emma Tickner in the 19 and Under State Team

Laura Scherian received a scholarship to the AIS in 2009

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State Competitions

Holden Cruze Cup

The 2009 final series of the Holden Cruze Cup saw the top four teams fight for a spot in the grand final. The Brisbane East Carina Leagues Club Tigers and the Golden South Jaguars were successful in their quest for securing a spot in the top two and it was the Tigers that dominated on the night taking out first place, 50-43. The grand final Player of the Match was awarded to Jacinta Messer from the Brisbane East Carina Leagues Club Tigers.

See the table for the 2009 Holden Cruze Cup ladder after the last round of fixture matches:

Ergon Energy Championship

The 2009 Ergon Energy Championship consisted of teams from 11 Netball Queensland regions that played each other once in a combination of weekly fixtures and cluster weekends. Townsville played host to the first cluster weekend with the second being played in Brisbane and the third in Rockhampton. The competition culminated with a four week final series including the top six teams on the ladder at the conclusion of fixture rounds. The Brisbane South Wildcats and Brisbane North Kedron Wavell Services Club Cougars contested the grand final in Brisbane in September in a nail biting extravaganza. The Wildcats finished on top winning the Championship, 59-51. The grand final Player of the Match was awarded to Ameliaranne Wells from the Brisbane South Wildcats.

See the table for the 2009 Ergon Energy Championship ladder after the last round of fixture matches:

Schweppes Challenge

In 2009, 40 teams from 23 associations in South East Queensland competed in the Schweppes Challenge competition.

The winners of the 2009 Schweppes Challenge competition:

Open Division 1: Ipswich Netball AssociationOpen Division 2: MacGregor Netball Association19 Years: Redlands Netball Association16 Years Division 1: Pine Rivers Netball Association16 Years Division 2: Logan City Netball Association

2009 ERGON ENERGY CHAMPIONSHIP

TEAM Pld Won Lost Drawn Fft Opp Fft Byes For Agst Diff. % Pts

Carina Leagues Club Tigers 14 12 2 0 0 0 0 801 593 208 135.08% 24

Kedron Wavell Services Club Cougars 14 12 2 0 0 0 0 775 586 189 132.25% 24

Brisbane South Wildcats 14 11 3 0 0 0 0 848 578 270 146.71% 22

Golden South Jaguars 14 7 6 1 0 0 0 624 506 118 123.32% 15

Yellow Cabs Lions 14 6 8 0 0 0 0 604 736 -132 82.07% 12

Suncoast Lynx 14 5 9 0 0 0 0 589 664 -75 88.70% 10

McDonalds Steelcats 14 2 11 1 0 0 0 587 707 -120 83.03% 5

Darling Downs Panthers 14 0 14 0 0 0 0 393 851 -458 46.18% 0

2009 HOLDEN CRUZE CUP

TEAM Pld Won Lost Drawn Fft Opp Fft Byes For Agst Diff. % Pts

Brisbane South Wildcats 10 9 1 0 0 0 0 608 430 178 141.40% 18

Kedron Wavell Services Club Cougars 10 8 2 0 0 0 0 619 441 178 140.36% 16

Magnetic North Steelcats 10 8 2 0 0 0 0 490 420 70 116.67% 16

Suncoast Lynx 10 7 3 0 0 0 0 520 413 107 125.91% 14

Yellow Cabs Lions 10 7 3 0 0 0 0 487 434 53 112.21% 14

Carina Leagues Club Tigers 10 6 4 0 0 0 0 431 418 13 103.11% 12

Marlin Coast Pumas 10 4 6 0 0 0 0 523 491 32 106.52% 8

Capricorn Claws 10 3 7 0 0 0 0 405 497 -92 81.49% 6

Wide Bay Thundercats 10 2 8 0 0 0 0 395 510 -115 77.45% 4

Golden South Jaguars 10 1 9 0 0 0 0 367 530 -163 69.25% 2

Darling Downs Panthers 10 0 10 0 0 0 0 314 575 -261 54.61% 0McDonald’s Magnetic North Steelcats in the Ergon Energy Championship

Chanel Gomes after Wildcats

Carina Leagues Club Tigers v Golden South Jaguars in the Holden Cruze Cup grand final

Winner of the Schweppes Challenge Open Division 1 - Ipswich

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state events

Netball Queensland once again has delivered highly successful state events in 2009, including the Be SmokeFree! State Age Championship at Ipswich Netball Association, X-Blades Challenge Carnival at Logan City Netball Association and the Feeling Good Carnival at Rockhampton Netball Association. Logan City Netball Association did a commendable job hosting the

first state event of the year, the X-Blades Challenge Carnival, where 136 teams competed over three days in a competitive yet festive atmosphere.The Ipswich Netball Association committee successfully hosted

the largest state event of the year, the Be SmokeFree! State Age Championships. Teams from associations all around the state converged on Ipswich over the June long weekend to compete in this prestigious event. There were 159 teams competing in five age divisions.

The final state event of the year, the Feeling Good Carnival was hosted by Rockhampton Netball Association. This year all 83 Netball Queensland Associations were invited to participate at the carnival which has previously only been offered to regional associations. The decision to open up the event to all associations was well received by members with 133 teams attending the event.

The Be Smokefree! State Age Championship

Downey Park Netball Association

Hinterland Netball Association

ergon energy netball academy

The Ergon Energy Netball Academy continued for its third year in 2009 in 12 regions including - Marlin Coast, Magnetic North, Whitsunday, Capricorn, Wide Bay, Suncoast, Golden South, Darling Downs, Brisbane North, Brisbane South, Brisbane East and Brisbane West. It has evolved to be much more than a regional developed project and is now seen as a development pathway for all three cylinders of the Ergon Energy Netball Academy athletes, coaches and umpires.

Specific outcomes of the Ergon Energy Netball Academy 2009:

1. Establishing links to the regional Ergon Energy representatives 2. Providing opportunities for mentoring and coaching for regional based

coaches and umpires. Former Australian Coach Jill McIntosh visited all 12 Ergon Energy Netball Academy regions in 2009.3. Implementation of technical trainers to establish ongoing partnership

with university faculties and students; the focus being third and fourth year practical students within schools of Human Movement studies and Exercise & Sport Science 4. In conjunction with associations within regions data was collated on

their volunteer base of umpires to ensure pathways were available to fit the needs of all umpires within the region. 5. Ergon Energy Netball Academy provided a vehicle for regions to be

serviced with their specific needs being the focus. 6. Enabled closer links with associations within regions 7. In 2009 between March and September there were approximately 82

print media articles that appeared in various publications including Quest Newspapers and regional daily and weekly newspapers. This was an 18 per cent increase from 2008.

• 2009 - 18 Academy athletes through to Phase 2.• 2008 – 24 Academy athletes through to Phase 2

Netball Queensland would like to acknowledge Ergon Energy for their ongoing support of the Ergon Energy Netball Academy program, the growth of the Academy would have been restricted without their ongoing support.

8. Three elite coaches, Dr Bronwyn Bock Jonathan (Level 3 from ACT), Nicole Cusack (Australian 21/U Team Specialist Coach), and Kate Carpenter (former NZ Central Pulse Coach) were utilised at the Ergon Energy Netball Academy Screening and Development weekend in September 9. The Ergon Energy Netball Academy and supporters were provided

with newly completed venue Logan Metro Insports Centre for the development and screening weekend in September 2009.10. The Ergon Energy Netball Academy personnel and athletes were

provided with recognition in the form of individual Ergon Energy Netball Academy uniforms. 11. Face to face contact with each Ergon Energy Netball Academy

during 2009 by Netball Queensland operation personnel.

Athletes preparing for the Ergon Energy Netball Academy Development and Screening weekend

Ergon Energy Netball Academy Development and Screening weekend

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School Competitions

Vicki Wilson Cup

This year there were 200 teams from 163 schools that competed in the regional rounds of the Vicki Wilson Cup. Taking on a new finals format 16 teams (from 10 school sport regions) progressed through to the final series which was held at the State Netball Centre on October 10 and 11. The final series weekend played host to some great netball with the best schools in Queensland battling it out to be overall champion. John Paul College defeated Sandgate District in the final in front of a strong crowd.

Thanks must go to all regional coordinators and volunteers involved in this year’s competition.

Firebirds Primary Schools Cup

In 2009 Netball Queensland introduced the inaugural Firebirds Primary Schools Cup. This new competition format saw 51 primary schools from across Queensland converge on the Sunshine Coast Netball Association on October 24 and 25. Each team competed in a division named after a Queensland Firebirds player. These divisions were; Romelda Aiken, Lauren Nourse, Laura Geitz and Keirra Trompf.

All Saints Anglican School was crowned champions after defeating Emmanuel College Carrara 18 to10 in the grand final. Netball Queensland would like to give special thanks to the Sunshine Coast Netball Association volunteers for their amazing work over the weekend.

The finals results:

Quarter FinalsAll Saints (12) def Moreton Bay College (1)Emmanuel (9) def Kuluin (5)St Margarets (8) def Somerville (3)Matthew Flinders (12) def Good Shephard (8)

Semi FinalsEmmanuel (8) def Matthew Flinders (7)All Saints (12) def St. Margarets (6)

Grand FinalAll Saints (18) def Emmanuel (10)

Final Placings: 1. John Paul College2. Sandgate District State High School3. Grace Lutheran College4. Fairholme College5. St Peters Lutheran College6. Somerset 7. St. Margarets8. Nanango State High School9. Mackay State High School10. All Saints Anglican School11. All Hallows Colleges12. Southern Cross Catholic College13. Kirwan State High School14. St. Andrews College15. Lockyer District16. Woodcrest State College

Vicki Wilson Cup Merit Team: 1. Nikita Hollingsworth (St.Andrews)2. Amy McArthur (Nanango)3. Paige Buzzal (Lockyer District)4. Jess Alder (All Saints)5. Brittany Kipniak (St. Margarets)6. Claire Haigh (All Hallows)7. Athaliah Henaway (Kirwan)8. Bronte Orreal (St Peters)9. Maddie Jewel (Grace Lutheran)10. Michaela Bourke (Southern Cross)11. Genevieve Ainsthorpe (Fairholme)12. Tegan Collins (Sandgate District)13. Eva McGrath (Somerset)14. Sarah Hall (John Paul)15. Mikayla Marsters (Woodcrest)16. Chanaye Neale (Mackay)

Firebirds Primary Schools Cup on the Sunshine Coast

JUnIOR PARTICIPATIOn

San Remo NetSetGO!

The second year of the national role out of the junior netball program San Remo NetSetGO! took place in 2009 with all of the states once again taking part in the program. The junior program is continuously growing in Queensland with an increase in centre and participant numbers this year compared to 2008. There were 44 centres registered in San Remo NetSetGO! with 1732 participants spread across Queensland’s 12 netball regions.

Several San Remo NetSetGO! promotions were assisted by the new inflatable Activity Centre provided by Netball Australia. It was a great attraction for visits to association programs and other Netball Queensland events. This year at the Queensland Firebirds home games 12 lucky San Remo NetSetGO! centres where selected to play during half time at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.

The Suncoast branch had a massive 383 registered participants across the region. Three regional netball associations had the most participants;

Gladstone Netball Association – 164Cairns Netball Association - 125Moranbah Netball Association - 100

San Remo NetSetGO! was a big attraction during half time at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

The San Remo NetSetGO! Activity Centre

ANZ Fire Up! Clinic/ Camp

The ANZ Fire Up! Clinics in 2009 proved to be extremely popular with young and upcoming netballers. There were nine clinics throughout the year with four held in regional Queensland, all led by members of the Queensland Firebirds. There were 818 participants that registered for the clinic, which was an increase of 517 participants from the previous year.

Participants at the clinics received an ANZ Championship pack. The Firebirds led the three hour clinics taking the children through attack and defensive skills as well as fun games and prizes. At the end of each clinic the players signed autographs for the participants.

The ANZ Fire Up! Camp attracted 80 registered participants in 2009 with 27 participants travelling from the Wide Bay region. Queensland Firebirds Laura Geitz, Clare McMeniman, Alissa Castrisos, Amy Steel, Jacqui Russell, Laura Scherian and Sophie Croft led the netball sessions and activities while interacting with the participants. Firebirds coach Roselee Jencke also attended the camp for presentations where all participants received an ANZ participant pack, netball, t-shirt and certificate. The 2009 ANZ Fire Up! Camp was a big success with great feedback from participants. The experience included conditioning sessions, nutrition workshop, specialised netball sessions and Question & Answer time with the Queensland Firebirds players.

Feeling Good Schools Program

In 2009 the Queensland Firebirds and Major Support Partner Queensland Health delivered the Feeling Good Schools Program at 27 Queensland schools across the state. The Firebirds players delivered the Feeling Good message to the students and hosted practical netball sessions emphasising the fun of staying fit and healthy. Several schools in all 12 Netball Queensland regions have now had a visit from the program throughout 2008 and 2009.

DescriptionLaura Geitz signing autographs at the ANZ Fire Up! Camp

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netball queensland partners

netball queensland partners

netball queensland partners

Netball Queensland would like to thank all sponsor partners for their invaluable support in 2009. As a non profit organisation the support received from these partners plays a vital role in the growth and future development of netball throughout Queensland.

Queensland Health is a proud supporter of the Queensland Firebirds, Queensland Fusion, Feeling Good Carnival and Feeling Good Schools Program executed by the Queensland Firebirds.

Ergon Energy is the naming rights partner of the Ergon Energy Netball Academies a successful initiative which develops athletes, administrators, coaches and umpires state wide. Ergon Energy is also naming rights partner to netball’s truly state wide competition, the Ergon Energy Championship.

Holden is the naming rights sponsor of the Holden Cruze Cup.

Ergon Energy is the naming rights sponsor of the Ergon Energy Championship.

X-Blades is the official supplier of netballs and bags to all teams competing in the Holden Cruze Cup and Ergon Energy Championship.

Carina Leagues Club is the naming rights sponsor of the Brisbane East Tigers.

Kedron Wavell Services Club is the naming rights sponsor of the Brisbane North Cougars.

McDonalds Townsville is the naming rights sponsor of the Magnetic North Steelcats.

Yellow Cabs is the naming rights sponsor of the Brisbane West Lions.

4BC official AM partner of the Queensland Firebirds and Netball Queensland.

B105 official FM partner of the Queensland Firebirds and Netball Queensland.

The Sunday Mail official print and online media partner of the Queensland Firebirds and Netball Queensland.

ANZ is the naming rights partner to the ANZ Fire Up! clinics and camps, a junior initiative to help develop young netballers.

Cancer Council Queensland is the naming rights partner to the Be Smokefree! State Age Championships. Netball Queensland is proud to promote and support their many fundraising events.

Konica Minolta is the official supplier of office equipment to Netball Queensland.

Rebound Ace is Netball Queensland’s preferred supplier of netball courts.

Schweppes is the preferred supplier of soft drinks and water and naming rights sponsor to the Schweppes Challenge.

X-Blades is the official netball, shoe and bag supplier to Netball Queensland. X-Blades’ support extends to cover the Holden Cruze Cup, Ergon Energy Championship, Schweppes Challenge, Ergon Energy Netball Academy and the State Events; Be Smokefree! State Age Championships, X-Blades Challenge Carnival and Feeling Good Carnival.

major corporate partners

supporting partners

state league partnersmEDIA PARTnERS

In 2009, the long running partnerships with Queensland Health and Ergon Energy continued.

Netball Queensland’s three media partners have all been passionate supporters of the Queensland Firebirds and of netball in general in 2009.

Queensland Health is the Queensland Firebirds major support partner.

Australian Vintage Wines is proud to support the Queensland Firebirds and Netball Queensland.

Barton’s City Holden The Gabba is the official car dealer of the Queensland Firebirds.

Goodlife Health Clubs is the official health club of the Queensland Firebirds.

Lorraine Lea Linen supplier of towels to the Queensland Firebirds.

Queensland Academy of Sport plays an integral part in the development of netball in Queensland. Its programs support athletes and coaches to ensure that netball in Queensland at the elite level continues to thrive.

Red Bull is proud to support the Queensland Firebirds

Skins Compression Garments is the exclusive supplier of compression garments to the Queensland Firebirds. Skins also supplies Queensland state teams and the Queensland Fusion with Skins Compression Garments.

Somerville Sports and Aquatic Centre is a favoured training venue of the Queensland Firebirds

Toscani’s is proud to be a support partner of the Queensland Firebirds.

firebirds partners

Laura Geitz - Queensland Firebirds

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Netball Queensland and the Queensland Firebirds saw a substantial increase in media coverage across all mediums in 2009 compared to the previous year. The media coordinator worked closely with all Netball Queensland staff to ensure a positive profile of the sport across a wide range of media opportunities and appearances. Many public relations decisions made through the year were crucial in maintaining a positive image for netball and its athletes. To ensure this image Netball Queensland worked with respectable and sports oriented media outlets for promotion of the Firebirds as athletes.

Many Firebirds appearances were turned into media opportunities for both print and broadcast during the year including support to community organisations and charities, hospital visits and television appearances.Continuing support from Queensland’s state-wide publication, the

Courier Mail and Sunday Mail, played a substantial role in increasing the exposure of the Firebirds across the state with regular stories and photos featuring prominently at least once a week during the ANZ Championship season. Other print publications including Quest Newspapers and regional newspapers followed the progress of the Firebirds. Several cover stories in Brisbane based magazines gave positive exposure to the sport and the athletes. Many online articles appeared in conjunction with print newspapers as well as websites such as ABC Online, AAP, NineMSN and Yahoo.

Channel 10 aired four feature stories about Firebirds athletes during the season which were shown leading up to games on Channel 10 and ONE HD. The stories which were filmed in March 2009 in Brisbane were planned over a four month period and gave insight into the lives of the athletes. Other television coverage included pre and post match broadcast of the Firebirds games as well as several other appearances during the season. The Firebirds featured in television shows such as Jack of All Trades (February 2009) and Channel Nine’s The Shak on three occasions (May, June and December 2009).

More radio support was evident in 2009 with radio stations such as Nova 96.9FM, RiverFM, FamilyFM and 4BC providing regular player interviews and updates on the progress of the Firebirds.

Media attendance at Firebirds matches continued to increase with support from both new and existing key media contacts.

Queensland Firebirds media coverage in print, radio, television and online increased by about 14 per cent from 623 in 2008 to 722 in 2009.

Netball Queensland events and competitions had a great deal of success with media coverage throughout the year thanks to promotion of these region’s successful athletes and teams and support from local newspapers, television and radio stations.

Overall Netball Queensland media coverage in all 12 regions (not including Firebirds) increased by about 24 per cent from about 344 in 2008 to 455 in 2009.

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QUEENSLAND NETBALL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED

FINANCIAL REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2009

INDEX TO CONTENTS

PAGE

Statement of Comprehensive Income 30

Statement of Financial Position 31

Statement of Changes in Equity 32

Statement of Cash Flows 33

Notes to the Financial Statements 34

Statement by Members of the CommitteeStatement by Members of the Committee 50

Independent Audit Report 51

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STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2009

NOTE 2009 2008

$ $

Operating Revenue 5,020,166 5,217,409

Total Revenue 2 5,020,166 5,217,409

Expenses

All Australia Levy 233,543 223,375Insurance 293,879 302,946Aussie Netball Shop 401,361 464,606Competitions 293,298 321,546Marketing 382,386 422,185Contra sponsorship 0 225,478Firebirds 697,363 633,510ANZ Championship 274,367 270,333Australian National League 74,196 63,596Queensland Academy of Sport 80,214 35,305State Netball Centre 351,448 336,835State teams 116,880 102,071Membership services 891,036 933,279Office administration 742,140 760,380Borrowing costs 18,400 19,999Other 56,299 61,604

Profit / (loss) before income tax 113,356 40,361

Income tax expense 1(a) 0 0

Profit from operations 3 113,356 40,361

Other comprehensive income after income tax:

Net gain on revaluation of financial assets 0 0

Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax 0 0

Total comprehensive income for the year 113,356 40,361

Total comprehensive income attributable to members

of the entity 113,356 40,361

The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2009

NOTE 2009 2008

$ $

CURRENT ASSETSCURRENT ASSETSCURRENT ASSETS

Cash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalents 6 747,567 478,051

Trade and other receivablesTrade and other receivablesTrade and other receivablesTrade and other receivables 7 88,843 62,335

InventoriesInventories 8 90,296 154,524

Other current assetsOther current assetsOther current assets 9 26,342 34,968

TOTAL CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 953,048 729,878

NON-CURRENT ASSETSNON-CURRENT ASSETSNON-CURRENT ASSETSNON-CURRENT ASSETS

Property, plant and equipmentProperty, plant and equipmentProperty, plant and equipmentProperty, plant and equipment 10 2,470,378 2,523,584

TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 2,470,378 2,523,584

TOTAL ASSETSTOTAL ASSETSTOTAL ASSETS 3,423,426 3,253,462

CURRENT LIABILITIESCURRENT LIABILITIESCURRENT LIABILITIES

Trade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payables 11 673,471 621,915

Interest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilities 12 0 665

TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 673,471 622,580

NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESNON-CURRENT LIABILITIESNON-CURRENT LIABILITIESNON-CURRENT LIABILITIES

Trade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payables 11 14,599 8,882

Interest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilities 12 500 500

TOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES 15,099 9,382

TOTAL LIABILITIESTOTAL LIABILITIESTOTAL LIABILITIES 688,570 631,962

NET ASSETSNET ASSETS 2,734,856 2,621,500

MEMBERS' FUNDSMEMBERS' FUNDSMEMBERS' FUNDS

ReservesReserves 13 1,528,535 1,528,535

Retained earningsRetained earningsRetained earnings 1,206,321 1,092,965

TOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDSTOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDSTOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDSTOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDS 2,734,856 2,621,500

The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2009

NOTE 2009 2008

$ $

CURRENT ASSETSCURRENT ASSETSCURRENT ASSETS

Cash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalents 6 747,567 478,051

Trade and other receivablesTrade and other receivablesTrade and other receivablesTrade and other receivables 7 88,843 62,335

InventoriesInventories 8 90,296 154,524

Other current assetsOther current assetsOther current assets 9 26,342 34,968

TOTAL CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 953,048 729,878

NON-CURRENT ASSETSNON-CURRENT ASSETSNON-CURRENT ASSETSNON-CURRENT ASSETS

Property, plant and equipmentProperty, plant and equipmentProperty, plant and equipmentProperty, plant and equipment 10 2,470,378 2,523,584

TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 2,470,378 2,523,584

TOTAL ASSETSTOTAL ASSETSTOTAL ASSETS 3,423,426 3,253,462

CURRENT LIABILITIESCURRENT LIABILITIESCURRENT LIABILITIES

Trade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payables 11 673,471 621,915

Interest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilities 12 0 665

TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 673,471 622,580

NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESNON-CURRENT LIABILITIESNON-CURRENT LIABILITIESNON-CURRENT LIABILITIES

Trade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payables 11 14,599 8,882

Interest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilities 12 500 500

TOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES 15,099 9,382

TOTAL LIABILITIESTOTAL LIABILITIESTOTAL LIABILITIES 688,570 631,962

NET ASSETSNET ASSETS 2,734,856 2,621,500

MEMBERS' FUNDSMEMBERS' FUNDSMEMBERS' FUNDS

ReservesReserves 13 1,528,535 1,528,535

Retained earningsRetained earningsRetained earnings 1,206,321 1,092,965

TOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDSTOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDSTOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDSTOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDS 2,734,856 2,621,500

The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2009

NOTE 2009 2008

$ $

CURRENT ASSETSCURRENT ASSETSCURRENT ASSETS

Cash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalents 6 747,567 478,051

Trade and other receivablesTrade and other receivablesTrade and other receivablesTrade and other receivables 7 88,843 62,335

InventoriesInventories 8 90,296 154,524

Other current assetsOther current assetsOther current assets 9 26,342 34,968

TOTAL CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 953,048 729,878

NON-CURRENT ASSETSNON-CURRENT ASSETSNON-CURRENT ASSETSNON-CURRENT ASSETS

Property, plant and equipmentProperty, plant and equipmentProperty, plant and equipmentProperty, plant and equipment 10 2,470,378 2,523,584

TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 2,470,378 2,523,584

TOTAL ASSETSTOTAL ASSETSTOTAL ASSETS 3,423,426 3,253,462

CURRENT LIABILITIESCURRENT LIABILITIESCURRENT LIABILITIES

Trade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payables 11 673,471 621,915

Interest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilities 12 0 665

TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 673,471 622,580

NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESNON-CURRENT LIABILITIESNON-CURRENT LIABILITIESNON-CURRENT LIABILITIES

Trade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payablesTrade and other payables 11 14,599 8,882

Interest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilitiesInterest bearing liabilities 12 500 500

TOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES 15,099 9,382

TOTAL LIABILITIESTOTAL LIABILITIESTOTAL LIABILITIES 688,570 631,962

NET ASSETSNET ASSETS 2,734,856 2,621,500

MEMBERS' FUNDSMEMBERS' FUNDSMEMBERS' FUNDS

ReservesReserves 13 1,528,535 1,528,535

Retained earningsRetained earningsRetained earnings 1,206,321 1,092,965

TOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDSTOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDSTOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDSTOTAL MEMBERS' FUNDS 2,734,856 2,621,500

The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.The accompanying notes form part of this financial report.

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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2009

Retained Earnings

$

RevaluationReserve

$Total

$

Balance at 1 January 2008Balance at 1 January 2008Balance at 1 January 2008Balance at 1 January 2008 1,052,604 1,528,535 2,581,139

Profit attributable to membersProfit attributable to membersProfit attributable to membersProfit attributable to members 40,361 0 40,361

Prior year adjustmentPrior year adjustmentPrior year adjustment 0 0 0

Balance at 31 December 2008Balance at 31 December 2008Balance at 31 December 2008Balance at 31 December 2008 1,092,965 1,528,535 2,621,500

Profit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to members 113,356 0 113,356

Revaluation incrementRevaluation incrementRevaluation increment 0 0 0

Balance at 31 December 2009Balance at 31 December 2009Balance at 31 December 2009Balance at 31 December 2009 1,206,321 1,528,535 2,734,856

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2009

Retained Earnings

$

RevaluationReserve

$Total

$

Balance at 1 January 2008Balance at 1 January 2008Balance at 1 January 2008Balance at 1 January 2008 1,052,604 1,528,535 2,581,139

Profit attributable to membersProfit attributable to membersProfit attributable to membersProfit attributable to members 40,361 0 40,361

Prior year adjustmentPrior year adjustmentPrior year adjustment 0 0 0

Balance at 31 December 2008Balance at 31 December 2008Balance at 31 December 2008Balance at 31 December 2008 1,092,965 1,528,535 2,621,500

Profit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to members 113,356 0 113,356

Revaluation incrementRevaluation incrementRevaluation increment 0 0 0

Balance at 31 December 2009Balance at 31 December 2009Balance at 31 December 2009Balance at 31 December 2009 1,206,321 1,528,535 2,734,856

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2009

Retained Earnings

$

RevaluationReserve

$Total

$

Balance at 1 January 2008Balance at 1 January 2008Balance at 1 January 2008Balance at 1 January 2008 1,052,604 1,528,535 2,581,139

Profit attributable to membersProfit attributable to membersProfit attributable to membersProfit attributable to members 40,361 0 40,361

Prior year adjustmentPrior year adjustmentPrior year adjustment 0 0 0

Balance at 31 December 2008Balance at 31 December 2008Balance at 31 December 2008Balance at 31 December 2008 1,092,965 1,528,535 2,621,500

Profit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to membersProfit / (Loss) attributable to members 113,356 0 113,356

Revaluation incrementRevaluation incrementRevaluation increment 0 0 0

Balance at 31 December 2009Balance at 31 December 2009Balance at 31 December 2009Balance at 31 December 2009 1,206,321 1,528,535 2,734,856

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2009

NOTE 2009 2008

Inflows

(Outflows)

Inflows

(Outflows)

$ $

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIESReceipts from members, sponsorships and other events 3,714,844 4,165,809Receipts from grants 315,000 345,000Payments to suppliers and employees (3,755,133) (3,954,760)Interest received 19,042 20,608Interest paid (29) (5,017)

NET CASH PROVIDED BY / (USED IN) OPERATING

ACTIVITIES 14 293,724 571,640

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIESProceeds from sale of assets 0 0Payment for property, plant and equipment (23,543) (8,092)

NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES (23,543) (8,092)

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIESProceeds from borrowings 0 0Repayment of loan 0 (50,000)

NET CASH USED IN FINANCING ACTIVITIES 0 (50,000)

NET INCREASE / (DECREASE) IN CASH HELD 270,181 513,548

CASH AT THE BEGINNING OF THE YEAR 476,886 (36,662)

CASH AT THE END OF THE YEAR 6(a) 747,067 476,886

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2009

The financial statements cover Queensland Netball Association Incorporated as an individual entity. Queensland Netball Association Inc. is an association incorporated in Queensland under the Associations Incorporation Act 1981.

NOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIESNOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIESNOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIESNOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIESNOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of Preparation

The financial statements are general purpose financial statements that have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, Australian Accounting Interpretations and the Associations Incorporation Act 1981 (Qld).

Australian Accounting Standards set out accounting policies that the AASB has concluded would result in financial statements containing relevant and reliable information about transactions, events and conditions to which they apply. Compliance with Australian Accounting Standards ensures that the financial statements and notes also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards. Material accounting policies adopted in the preparation of these financial statements are presented below and have been consistently applied unless otherwise stated.

The financial statements have been prepared on an accruals basis and is based on historical costs, modified, where applicable, by the measurement at fair value of selected non-current assets, financial assets and financial liabilities.

Accounting Policies

a. Income Tax

No provision for income tax has been raised as the association operates solely as a non-profit sporting association and accordingly it is exempt from income tax under section 50-45 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997.

b. Inventories

Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value. The cost of manufactured products includes direct materials, direct labour and an appropriate portion of variable and fixed overheads. Overheads are applied on the basis of normal operating capacity. Costs are assigned on the basis of weighted average costs.

c. Property, Plant and Equipment

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

NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)

c. Property, Plant and Equipment (cont.)

Plant and equipmentPlant and equipment are measured on the cost basis less depreciation and impairment losses.

The carrying amount of plant and equipment is reviewed annually by directors to ensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount from these assets. The recoverable amount is assessed on the basis of the expected net cash flows that will be received from the assets! employment and subsequent disposal. The expected net cash flows have been discounted to their present values in determining recoverable amounts.

The cost of fixed assets constructed within the association includes the cost of materials, direct labour, borrowing costs and an appropriate proportion of fixed and variable overheads.

Subsequent costs are included in the asset!s carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the association and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance are charged to the income statement during the financial period in which they are incurred.

DepreciationThe depreciable amount of all fixed assets including building and capitalised lease assets, is depreciated on a straight-line basis over their useful lives commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the shorter of either the unexpired period of the lease or the estimated useful lives of the improvements.

Class of Fixed Asset Depreciation RateBuildings 5.00%Furniture, fixtures, plant & equipment 5.00% - 33.00%Computer equipment 40.00%

The assets! residual values and useful lives are reviewed and adjusted, if appropriate, at each balance date.

An asset!s carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset!s carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount.

Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with the carrying amount. These gains and losses are included in the income statement. When revalued assets are sold, amounts included in the revaluation relating to that asset are transferred to retained earnings.

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NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)

e. Financial Instruments (cont.)e. Financial Instruments (cont.)

The association does not designate any interests in subsidiaries, associates or joint venture entities as being subject to the requirements of accounting standards specifically applicable to financial instruments.

(i) Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss(i) Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss(i) Financial assets at fair value through profit or lossFinancial assets are classified at ‘fair value through profit or loss’ when they are held for trading for the purpose of short-term profit taking. Such assets are subsequently measured at fair value with changes in carrying value being included in profit or loss. The association has not held any financial assets at fair value through profit or loss in the current or comparative financial year.

(ii) Loans and receivablesLoans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market and are subsequently measured at amortised cost.

(iii) Held-to-maturity investments(iii) Held-to-maturity investmentsHeld-to-maturity investments are non-derivative financial assets that have fixed maturities and fixed or determinable payments, and it is the association’s intention to hold these investments to maturity. They are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method.

The association has not held any held-to-maturity investments in the current or comparative financial year.

(iv) Available-for-sale financial assets(iv) Available-for-sale financial assetsAvailable-for-sale financial assets are non-derivative financial assets that are either not capable of being classified into other categories of financial assets due to their nature, or they are designated as such by management. They comprise investments in the equity of other entities where there is neither a fixed maturity nor fixed or determinable payments.

(v) Financial liabilitiesNon-derivative financial liabilities (excluding financial guarantees) are subsequently measured at amortised cost.

Impairment

At each reporting date, the association assesses whether there is objective evidence that a financial instrument has been impaired. In the case of available-for-sale financial instruments, a prolonged decline in the value of the instrument is considered to determine whether an impairment has arisen. Impairment losses are recognised in the income statement.

NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)NOTE 1 - STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONT.)

d. Leases

Lease payments for operating leases, where substantially all the risks and benefits remain with the lessor, are charged as expenses in the periods in which they are incurred.

Lease incentives under operating leases are recognised as a liability and amortised on a straight-line basis over the life of the lease term.

e. Financial Instruments

Initial recognition and measurementInitial recognition and measurement

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when the entity becomes a party to the contractual provisions to the instrument. For financial assets, this is equivalent to the date that the association commits itself to either purchase or sell the asset (ie trade date accounting is adopted).

Financial instruments are initially measured at fair value plus transaction costs except where the instrument is classified ‘at fair value through profit or loss’ in which case transaction costs are expensed to profit or loss immediately.

Classification and subsequent measurementClassification and subsequent measurementClassification and subsequent measurementFinance instruments are subsequently measured at either fair value or amortised cost using the effective interest rate method or cost. Fair value represents the amount for which an asset could be exchanged or a liability settled, between knowledgeable, willing parties. Where available, quoted prices in an active market are used to determine fair value. In other circumstances, valuation techniques are adopted.

Amortised cost is calculated as: (i) the amount at which the financial asset or financial liability is measured at initial recognition; (ii) less principal repayments; (iii) plus or minus the cumulative amortisation of the difference, if any, between the amount initially recognised and the maturity amount calculated using the effective interest method; and (iv) less any reduction for impairment.

The effective interest method is used to allocate interest income or interest expense over the relevant period and is equivalent to the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash payments or receipts (including fees, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life (or when this cannot be reliably predicted, the contractual term) of the financial instrument to the net carrying amount of the financial asset or financial liability. Revisions to expected future net cash flows will necessitate an adjustment to the carrying value with a consequential recognition of an income or expense in profit or loss.

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e. Financial Instruments (cont.)e. Financial Instruments (cont.)

DerecognitionFinancial assets are derecognised where the contractual right to receipt of cash flows expires or the asset is transferred to another party whereby the entity no longer has any significant continuing involvement in the risks and benefits associated with the asset. Financial liabilities are derecognised where the related obligations are either discharged, cancelled or expire. The difference between the carrying value of the financial liability extinguished or transferred to another party and the fair value of consideration paid, including the transfer of non-cash assets or liabilities assumed, is recognised in profit or loss.

f. Impairment of Assets

At each reporting date, the association reviews the carrying values of its tangible and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have been impaired. If such an indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset, being the higher of the asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value-in-use, is compared to the asset’s carrying value. Any excess of the asset’s carrying value over its recoverable amount is expensed to the income statement.

Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the association estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

g. Employee Benefits

Provision is made for the association’s liability for employee benefits arising from services rendered by employees to balance date. Employee benefits that are expected to be settled within one year have been measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liability is settled, plus related on-costs. Employee benefits payable later than one year have been measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows to be made for those benefits. These cashflows are discounted using market yields on national government bonds with terms to maturity that match the expected timing of cashflows.

h. Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, deposits held at-call with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities on the balance sheet.

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i. Revenue

Revenue from capitation fees and Government grants are recognised upon the receipt of funds.

Interest revenue is recognised on a proportional basis taking into account the interest rates applicable to the financial assets.

All revenue is stated net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST).

j. Borrowing Costs

Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to prepare for their intended use or sale, are added to the cost of those assets, until such time as the assets are substantially ready for their intended use or sale.

All other borrowing costs are recognised as expenses in the period in which they are incurred.

k. Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Tax Office. In these circumstances the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense. Receivables and payables in the balance sheet are shown inclusive of GST.

Cash flows are presented in the cash flow statement on a gross basis, except for the GST component of investing and financing activities, which are disclosed as operating cash flows.

l. Comparative Figures

When required by Accounting Standards, comparative figures have been adjusted to conform to changes in presentation for the current financial year.

m. Key Estimates

ImpairmentThe association assesses impairment at each reporting date by evaluation of conditions and events specific to the association that may be indicative of impairment triggers. Recoverable amounts of relevant assets are reassessed using value-in-use calculations which incorporate various key assumptions.

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n. Adoption of New and Revised Accounting Standardsn. Adoption of New and Revised Accounting Standardsn. Adoption of New and Revised Accounting Standardsn. Adoption of New and Revised Accounting Standards

During the current year, the association has adopted all of the new and revised Australian Accounting Standards and Interpretations applicable to its operations which became mandatory.

The adoption of these Standards has impacted the recognition, measurement and disclosure of certain transactions. The following is an explanation of the impact the adoption of these Standards and Interpretations has had on the financial statements of Queensland Netball Association Inc.

AASB 101: Presentation of Financial StatementsAASB 101: Presentation of Financial StatementsAASB 101: Presentation of Financial StatementsIn September 2007, the Australian Accounting Standards Board revised AASB 101, and as a result there have been changes to the presentation and disclosure of certain information within the financial statements. Below is an overview of the key changes and the impact on the association’s financial statements.

Disclosure impact

Terminology changes — The revised version of AASB 101 contains a number of terminology changes, including the amendment of the names of the primary financial statements.

Reporting changes in equity — The revised AASB 101 requires all changes in equity arising from transactions with owners in their capacity as owners to be presented separately from non-owner changes in equity. Owner changes in equity are to be presented in the statement of changes in equity, with non-owner changes in equity presented in the statement of comprehensive income. The previous version of AASB 101 required that owner changes in equity and other comprehensive income be presented in the statement of changes in equity.

Statement of comprehensive income — The revised AASB 101 requires all income and expenses to be presented in either one statement — the statement of comprehensive income, or two statements — a separate income statement and a statement of comprehensive income. The previous version of AASB 101 required only the presentation of a single income statement.

The association’s financial statements now contain a statement of comprehensive income.

Other comprehensive income — The revised version of AASB 101 introduces the concept of ‘other comprehensive income’ which comprises of income and expense that are not recognised in profit or loss as required by other Australian Accounting Standards. Items of other comprehensive income are to be disclosed in the statement of comprehensive income. Entities are required to disclose the income tax relating to each component of other comprehensive income. The previous version of AASB 101 did not contain an equivalent concept.

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o. New Accounting Standards for Application in Future Periodso. New Accounting Standards for Application in Future Periodso. New Accounting Standards for Application in Future Periodso. New Accounting Standards for Application in Future Periodso. New Accounting Standards for Application in Future Periods

The AASB has issued new, revised and amended Accounting Standards and Interpretations that have mandatory application dates for future reporting periods and which the association has decided not to early adopt. A discussion of those future requirements and their impact on the association is as follows:

- AASB 2008–5: Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from the Annual Improvements Project (applicable for annual reporting periods commencing from 1 January 2009) and AASB 2008–6: Further Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from the Annual Improvements Project (applicable for annual reporting periods commencing from 1 July 2009).

These amendments detail numerous non-urgent but necessary changes to Accounting Standards arising from the IASB’s annual improvements project. No changes are expected to materially affect the association.

- AASB 2009–7: Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards (applicable for annual reporting periods commencing on or after 1 July 2009).

This amendment reflects editorial changes made to a number of Accounting Standards by the IASB. No changes are expected to materially affect the association.

- AASB Interpretation 18: Transfers of Assets from Customers (applicable for transfers of assets from customers received from 1 July 2009).

This guidance applies prospectively to entities that receive transfers of assets, such as plant and equipment, from their customers in order to connect customers to a network and provide them with access to a supply of goods or services. The Interpretation outlines the appropriate accounting treatment in respect of such transfers. It is not expected to impact the association.

The association does not anticipate early adoption of any of the above reporting requirements.

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NOTE 2 - REVENUE AND OTHER INCOMENOTE 2 - REVENUE AND OTHER INCOMENOTE 2 - REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME $ $

OPERATING REVENUECapitation / insurance fees 1,913,486 1,785,602Government grants 315,000 345,000Aussie Netball Shop 422,948 451,789Marketing 168,769 447,439Contra sponsorship 0 225,478Firebirds 395,164 445,016ANZ Championship 306,592 318,297Queensland Academy of Sport 160,000 114,950Competitions 391,410 238,018State Netball Centre 469,101 450,491Development 398,329 303,486State teams 25,627 16,809Logan Community Development ProgramLogan Community Development Program 0 33,250Interest income 19,042 20,608Other 34,698 21,176

TOTAL REVENUE 5,020,166 5,217,409

NOTE 3 - PROFIT

(a) Profit from ordinary activities has been determined after:(a) Profit from ordinary activities has been determined after:(a) Profit from ordinary activities has been determined after:(a) Profit from ordinary activities has been determined after:- Bad Debts Expense 458 9,408- Depreciation of property, plant and equipment- Depreciation of property, plant and equipment- Depreciation of property, plant and equipment 75,782 87,285- Finance costs 18,400 19,999

2009 2008

NOTE 4 - AUDITORS' REMUNERATIONNOTE 4 - AUDITORS' REMUNERATION $ $

Remuneration of the auditor of the association for:Remuneration of the auditor of the association for:Remuneration of the auditor of the association for:

- Auditing the financial report 15,700 26,773

- Taxation Services 0 0

15,700 26,773

NOTE 5 - KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL COMPENSATION

Short-term benefit 342,459 329,663

Post-employment benefit 0 0

342,459 329,663

NOTE 6 - CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTSNOTE 6 - CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTSNOTE 6 - CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

Cash on hand 4,220 3,900

Cash at bank 743,347 474,151

747,567 478,051

a. RECONCILIATION OF CASHa. RECONCILIATION OF CASH

Cash at the end of the financial year as shown in the statement of cash flows is reconciled to items in the balance sheet as follows:

Cash and cash equivalents 747,567 478,051Interest bearing liabilities (bank overdraft/bank loan) (500) (1,165)

747,067 476,886

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NOTE 10 - PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENTNOTE 10 - PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENTNOTE 10 - PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT $ $

LAND AND BUILDINGS

At Valuation - 31 July 2006 2,350,000 2,350,000

Less accumulated depreciation (97,009) (79,161)

2,252,991 2,270,839

FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLESFURNITURE, EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLESFURNITURE, EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES

At cost 572,863 554,238

Less accumulated depreciation (355,476) (301,493)

217,387 252,745

2,470,378 2,523,584

Movements in carrying amount - Movement in the carrying amounts for each class of property, plant and equipment between the beginning and the end of the financial year.

LAND & BUILDINGS $

FURNITURE & FITTINGS

$ TOTAL

$

Balance at the beginning of the yearBalance at the beginning of the year 2,270,839 252,745 2,523,584

Additions 0 23,543 23,543

Revaluation 0 0 0

Disposals 0 (967) (967)

Depreciation expense (17,848) (57,934) (75,782)

Carrying amount at the end of the yearCarrying amount at the end of the year 2,252,991 217,387 2,470,378

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NOTE 7 - TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLESNOTE 7 - TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLESNOTE 7 - TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES $ $

CURRENT

Trade debtors 78,459 54,039

Less: Provision for doubtful debtsLess: Provision for doubtful debts (9,408) (9,408)

69,051 44,631

Other receivables 19,792 17,704

88,843 62,335

The association by its nature and location has a concentration of credit risk in that the majority of its trade debtors are due from customers in Queensland who operate sporting associations.

NOTE 8 - INVENTORIES

Aussie Netball Shop 90,296 147,508Development Packs 0 27,016

90,296 174,524

Less: Provision for obselete stockLess: Provision for obselete stock 0 (20,000)

90,296 154,524

NOTE 9 - OTHER CURRENT ASSETSNOTE 9 - OTHER CURRENT ASSETS

Prepayments 26,342 34,968

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NOTE 11 - TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLESNOTE 11 - TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLESNOTE 11 - TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES $ $

CURRENT

Trade payables 92,592 80,610

Other payables 185,009 124,138

Income received in advance 325,429 352,599

Employee benefits 70,441 64,568

673,471 621,915

NON-CURRENT

Employee benefits 14,599 8,882

688,070 630,797

A provision has been recognised for employee benefits relating to long service leave for employees.! In calculating the present value of future cash flows in respect of long service leave, the probability of long service leave being taken is based upon historical data. !The measurement and recognition criteria for employee benefits has been included in Note!1(g).

NOTE 12 - INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIESNOTE 12 - INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIESNOTE 12 - INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES

CURRENT

Bank overdraft 0 665

NON CURRENT

Bank loan - secured 500 500

500 1,165

The bank loan and overdraft are secured by:The bank loan and overdraft are secured by:The bank loan and overdraft are secured by:

- An existing Registered Mortgage given by the Association over the Association headquarters building at 210 Beaudesert Road, Moorooka;

- a Registered Bill of Sale and Equitable Mortgage over the whole of the assets of the Association.- a Registered Bill of Sale and Equitable Mortgage over the whole of the assets of the Association.- a Registered Bill of Sale and Equitable Mortgage over the whole of the assets of the Association.- a Registered Bill of Sale and Equitable Mortgage over the whole of the assets of the Association.- a Registered Bill of Sale and Equitable Mortgage over the whole of the assets of the Association.- a Registered Bill of Sale and Equitable Mortgage over the whole of the assets of the Association.- a Registered Bill of Sale and Equitable Mortgage over the whole of the assets of the Association.

The overdraft facility has a limit of $50,000 and incurs interest at stepped rates dependant on utilised overdraft balances. At 31 December 2009 balances up to the facility limit incurred interest at 8.99% p.a. while balances exceeding the facility incurred interest at 14.74% p.a.

NOTE 12 - INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES (CONT.)NOTE 12 - INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES (CONT.)NOTE 12 - INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES (CONT.)NOTE 12 - INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES (CONT.)

The bank loan is an interest only redraw facility with a maximum redraw limit of $420,000 and maximum term of 5 years which commenced during November 2005. As at December 2009 the interest rate on the redraw facility was 8.29% (2008: 8.54%)

2009 2008

NOTE 13 - RESERVES $ $

Asset revaluation reserve 1,528,535 1,528,535

NOTE 14 - CASH FLOW INFORMATIONNOTE 14 - CASH FLOW INFORMATION

Reconciliation of Cash Flow from Operations with Profit after Income TaxReconciliation of Cash Flow from Operations with Profit after Income TaxReconciliation of Cash Flow from Operations with Profit after Income TaxReconciliation of Cash Flow from Operations with Profit after Income TaxReconciliation of Cash Flow from Operations with Profit after Income Tax

Profit after income tax 113,356 40,361

Non-cash flows in profit

- Depreciation 75,782 87,285

- Net gain on disposal of property, plant and equipment- Net gain on disposal of property, plant and equipment- Net gain on disposal of property, plant and equipment- Net gain on disposal of property, plant and equipment 967 4,485

- Prior year adjustment 0 0

Changes in assets and liabilities

- (Increase)/decrease in trade and term debtors- (Increase)/decrease in trade and term debtors- (Increase)/decrease in trade and term debtors (26,508) (8,839)

- (Increase)/decrease in prepayments- (Increase)/decrease in prepayments 8,626 (8,066)

- (Increase)/decrease in inventories- (Increase)/decrease in inventories 64,228 1,713

- Increase/(decrease) in trade and other payables- Increase/(decrease) in trade and other payables- Increase/(decrease) in trade and other payables 84,443 105,487

- Increase/(decrease) in unearned income- Increase/(decrease) in unearned income (27,170) 349,214

293,724 571,640

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b. Interest Rate Risk

The association’s exposure to interest rate risk, which is the risk that a financial instrument’s value

will fluctuate as a result of changes in market interest rates and the effective weighted average

interest rates on those financial assets and financial liabilities, is as follows:

c. Net Fair Values

The net fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities approximates their carrying value.

The aggregate net fair values and carrying amounts of financial assets and financial liabilities are disclosed in the balance sheet and in the notes to the financial statements.

NOTE 16 - ASSOCIATION DETAILSNOTE 16 - ASSOCIATION DETAILS

The registered office and principle place of business of the association is 210 Beaudesert Road MOOROOKA QLD 4105.

NOTE 17 - SEGMENT REPORTINGNOTE 17 - SEGMENT REPORTING

The association operates predominanantly in one business and geographical segment, being the sporting sector providing social facilities to members of the association throughout Australia.

NOTE 15 - FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT NOTE 15 - FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT NOTE 15 - FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT

The association’s financial instruments consist mainly of deposits with banks, accounts receivable and payable and borrowings.

The association does not have any derivative instruments at 31 December 2009.The association does not have any derivative instruments at 31 December 2009.The association does not have any derivative instruments at 31 December 2009.The association does not have any derivative instruments at 31 December 2009.The association does not have any derivative instruments at 31 December 2009.

a. Financial Risk Management Policiesa. Financial Risk Management Policies

The association’s treasurer is responsible for, among other issues, monitoring and managing financial risk exposures of the association. The treasurer monitors the association’s transactions and reviews the effectiveness of controls relating to credit risk, financial risk, and interest rate risk. Discussions on monitoring and managing financial risk exposures are held bi-monthly and minuted by the committee of management.

The treasurer’s overall risk management strategy seeks to ensure that the association meets its financial targets, whilst minimising potential adverse effects of cash flow shortfalls.

Specific Financial Risk Exposures and ManagementSpecific Financial Risk Exposures and ManagementSpecific Financial Risk Exposures and ManagementSpecific Financial Risk Exposures and Management

The main risks the association is exposed to through its financial instruments are interest rate risk, liquidity risk and credit risk.

Interest rate risk

Interest rate risk is managed with a floating variable rate.

Foreign currency risk

The association is not exposed to fluctuations in foreign currencies.

Liquidity risk

The association manages liquidity risk by monitoring forecast cash flows and ensuring that adequate unutilised borrowing facilities are maintained.

Credit risk

The maximum exposure to credit risk, excluding the value of any collateral or other security, at balance date to recognised financial assets, is the carrying amount, net of any provisions for impairment of those assets, as disclosed in the balance sheet and notes to the financial statements.

The association does not have any material credit risk exposure to any single receivable or group of receivables under financial instruments entered into by the association.

Price risk

The association is not exposed to any material commodity price risk.

Weighted Average Effective

Interest Rate

Floating Interest Rate Fixed Interest Rate Non-Interest Bearing

2009 2008 2009 2008 2009 2008 2009 2008

% % $ $ $ $ $ $

Financial AssetsFinancial Assets

Cash and cash equivalents 3.79% 4.16% 743,347 474,151 0 0 4,220 3,900

Receivables 0 0 0 0 88,843 62,335

Total Financial Assets 743,347 474,151 0 0 93,063 66,235

Financial LiabilitiesFinancial Liabilities

Trade and other payables 0 0 0 0 603,030 557,347

Short-term borrowings 8.99% 12.24% 0 665 0 0 0 0

Long-term borrowings 8.29% 8.54% 500 500 0 0 0 0

Total Financial Liabilities 500 1,165 0 0 603,030 557,347

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

TO THE MEMBERS OF

QUEENSLAND NETBALL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED

Report on the Financial Report

We have audited the accompanying financial report, being a special purpose financial report of Queensland Netball Association Incorporated, which comprises the balance sheet as at 31 December 2009 and the income statement, statement of recognised income and expenditure and the cash flow statement for the year ended on that date, a summary of significant accounting policies, other explanatory notes and the statement by members of the committee.

Committee's Responsibility for the Financial Report

The committee of the association is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards (including the Australian Accounting Interpretations) and the Associations Incorporation Act 1981 (Qld). This responsibility includes designing, implementing and maintaining internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report that is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error; selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; and making accounting estimates that are reasonable in the circumstances.

Auditor’s Responsibility

Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. These Auditing Standards require that we comply with relevant ethical requirements relating to audit engagements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial report is free from material misstatement.

An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial report. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity's preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the committee, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial report.

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

TO THE MEMBERS OF

QUEENSLAND NETBALL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED

Report on the Financial Report

We have audited the accompanying financial report, being a special purpose financial report of Queensland Netball Association Incorporated, which comprises the balance sheet as at 31 December 2009 and the income statement, statement of recognised income and expenditure and the cash flow statement for the year ended on that date, a summary of significant accounting policies, other explanatory notes and the statement by members of the committee.

Committee's Responsibility for the Financial Report

The committee of the association is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards (including the Australian Accounting Interpretations) and the Associations Incorporation Act 1981 (Qld). This responsibility includes designing, implementing and maintaining internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report that is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error; selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; and making accounting estimates that are reasonable in the circumstances.

Auditor’s Responsibility

Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. These Auditing Standards require that we comply with relevant ethical requirements relating to audit engagements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial report is free from material misstatement.

An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial report. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity's preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the committee, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial report.

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STATEMENT BY MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEE

In the opinion of the committee the financial report as set out on pages 30 - 49:

1 Presents a true and fair view of the financial position of Queensland Netball Association Inc. as at 31 December 2009 and its performance for the year ended on that date in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, mandatory professional reporting requirements and other authoritative pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board.

2 At the date of this statement, there are reasonable grounds to believe that Queensland Netball Association Inc. will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due.

This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on

behalf of the Committee by:behalf of the Committee by:behalf of the Committee by:behalf of the Committee by:

ChairChair

TreasurerTreasurer

Dated at Brisbane this 15th day of February 2010.

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We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

Independence

In conducting our audit, we have complied with the independence requirements of the Australian professional ethical pronouncements.

Auditor’s Opinion

In our opinion:

The financial report of Queensland Netball Association Incorporated is in accordance with the Associations Incorporation Act 1981 (Qld) including:

(i)! giving a true and fair view of the Association’s financial position as at 31 December 2009 and of its performance and its cash flows for the year ended on that date; and

(ii)" complying with Australian Accounting Standards (including the Australian Accounting Interpretations) and the Associations Incorporation Act 1981 (Qld).

Sothertons - Brisbane Partnership

A C Bryen

Partner

Dated at Brisbane this seventeenth day of February 2010

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210 Beaudesert Road

Moorooka, Queensland 4105

PO Box 50 Moorooka,

Queensland 4105

Phone: 07 3848 6330

Fax: 07 3848 6221

Web: www.netballq.org.au