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Saturday 18th October, 2025 @ 9:46 am

The CRA would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us at our Centenary Event held on 21st September 2025. Your presence made the occasion truly special, and it was wonderful to see so many familiar and old faces gathered to honour a century of dedication, service, and community.

The evening was a fitting tribute to the generations of referees, volunteers, and supporters who have shaped the CRA into what it is today. We look forward to continuing this journey together and building on the strong foundation laid over the past 100 years.

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youtu.be/fdg9GHQaDUM?si=93Pz33ckycvlOc5K

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The CRA would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us at our Centenary Event held on 21st September 2025. Your presence made the occasion truly special, and it was wonderful to see so many familiar and old faces gathered to honour a century of dedication, service, and community. 

The evening was a fitting tribute to the generations of referees, volunteers, and supporters who have shaped the CRA into what it is today. We look forward to continuing this journey together and building on the strong foundation laid over the past 100 years.

Photos
Https://photographedwithlove.pixieset.com/canterburyrefereesassociationcentenaryevent/ 

Video
Https://youtu.be/fdg9GHQaDUM?si=93Pz33ckycvlOc5K

Football Canterbury Football NSW Football Australia

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It was truely an outstanding 100 year celebration.The attention to detail was impeccable.Great day had by all.A big congratulations to the organising committee and to all the volunteers that donated their time,thank you making it a memorable day👍👍👍

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Canterbury Referees Association - CRA is with ABW Foods Australia and Wholesale Trophies.
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Friday 19th September, 2025 @ 8:45 pm

Gearing up for our SOLD OUT event on Sunday and we want to say a huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping us celebrate 100 years of refereeing excellence!🎉💯

ABW Foods Australia

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Part of the refereeing family. ❤️ #cra100 #referees
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Gearing up for our SOLD OUT event on Sunday and we want to say a huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping us celebrate 100 years of refereeing excellence!🎉💯

ABW Foods Australia

WT Sports & Recognition

Part of the refereeing family. ❤️ #cra100 #referees

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Hi, I've got four tickets available due to a work schedule conflict. Would love to find someone who can use them and enjoy the show!

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Tuesday 16th September, 2025 @ 9:35 pm

🌟Football Canterbury Cec Barlow Award Winner🌟

Congratulations to our Assistant Treasurer and Appointments Officer Con Vernicos on being a recipient of the prestigious Football Canterbury Cec Barlow Award.

Con joined the CRA in 2013 and has risen through the ranks to officiate at the highest level in Football Canterbury. Con's unwavering support and dedication to the CRA during this time as a Committee member, Referee and Mentor has been for the betterment and enjoyment of the members, players, and fans. Con never seeks spotlight or recognition, and is an avid advocate for junior growth and development, having mentored and recruited many family and friends. Con is a leader in every sense of the word.

Con, thank you and congratulations. You make us proud every day! 👏👏
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🌟Football Canterbury Cec Barlow Award Winner🌟

Congratulations to our Assistant Treasurer and Appointments Officer Con Vernicos on being a recipient of the prestigious Football Canterbury Cec Barlow Award.

Con joined the CRA in 2013 and has risen through the ranks to officiate at the highest level in Football Canterbury. Cons unwavering support and dedication to the CRA during this time as a Committee member, Referee and Mentor has been for the betterment and enjoyment of the members, players, and fans. Con never seeks spotlight or recognition, and is an avid advocate for junior growth and development, having mentored and recruited many family and friends. Con is a leader in every sense of the word.

Con, thank you and congratulations. You make us proud every day! 👏👏

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Congratulations 😀

Congratulations

Thank you and congratulations!

Congratulations Con ♥️

Congratulations Con. Very well deserved.

Well done Con👍👍👍

Congratulations Con...🍾🎊🎉

Deserving

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Tuesday 2nd September, 2025 @ 7:31 pm

200 TICKETS SOLD!
Join us at the Centenary Gala lunch event on Sunday 21 September and be in the running for a range of amazing door prizes, including free CRA registration in 2026!

Scan the QR code, see the link in bio, or go to trybooking.com/DAOMO to get your ticket before they run out!

🏃‍♀️🏃🏃‍♂️⚽️⚽️⚽️ #cra100
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200 TICKETS SOLD! 
Join us at the Centenary Gala lunch event on Sunday 21 September and be in the running for a range of amazing door prizes, including free CRA registration in 2026! 

Scan the QR code, see the link in bio, or go to trybooking.com/DAOMO to get your ticket before they run out! 

🏃‍♀️🏃🏃‍♂️⚽️⚽️⚽️ #cra100
Thursday 21st August, 2025 @ 4:25 pm

Can you think of anyone else other than our very own Female Development Officer Frieda Maher who epitomises involvement in all facets of our game? Freida is truly an inspiration to many of the new and existing female referees within our Association, and a role model to many others in the wider football community. Thank you for your dedication Frieda! 👏 ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday 13th August, 2025 @ 3:30 pm

This is the event you don’t want to miss! The Canterbury Referees Association Centenary Gala is your chance to celebrate 100 years of refereeing excellence with friends, family, and legends of the game – and walk away with some seriously amazing prizes!

🎤 Special Guest Speaker:
We’re thrilled to welcome Jon Moss, Head of Referees at Football Australia and former English Premier League referee. Jon has officiated some of the biggest matches in the world, and he’ll be sharing his insights, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments you won’t hear anywhere else.

❤️Door Prizes You’ll Love

⚽A-League Match Days – Tickets, box seats, and sideline experiences

🏆Signed Women’s World Cup Referee Jersey – A unique piece of football history!

😮Free CRA Registration for 2026 – Yes, you read that right!

🏃‍♀️Gift Cards from Hallmark – Treat yourself to new gear or something special.

🍾Tickets: $97.00 at trybooking.com/DAOMO
(or click link in bio)

We'll see you there!
#cra100 #referees
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This is the event you don’t want to miss! The Canterbury Referees Association Centenary Gala is your chance to celebrate 100 years of refereeing excellence with friends, family, and legends of the game – and walk away with some seriously amazing prizes!

🎤 Special Guest Speaker:
We’re thrilled to welcome Jon Moss, Head of Referees at Football Australia and former English Premier League referee. Jon has officiated some of the biggest matches in the world, and he’ll be sharing his insights, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments you won’t hear anywhere else.

❤️Door Prizes You’ll Love

⚽A-League Match Days – Tickets, box seats, and sideline experiences

🏆Signed Women’s World Cup Referee Jersey – A unique piece of football history!

😮Free CRA Registration for 2026 – Yes, you read that right!

🏃‍♀️Gift Cards from Hallmark – Treat yourself to new gear or something special.

🍾Tickets: $97.00 at trybooking.com/DAOMO
(or click link in bio)

Well see you there!
#cra100 #referees
Thursday 10th July, 2025 @ 12:55 pm

No matter who you sing for, CRA’s Centenary Celebration prize pool has you covered.

Purchase your ticket to our 100-year celebration for a chance to win:

* 6-seater corporate box for an A-League game

* Complimentary tickets to your choice of Wanderers game

* Sydney FC pre-match tour and pitch-side warm up experience

JOIN US FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!

Sunday 21 September
11AM - 3PM

www.trybooking.com/DAOMO

*Looking to book a table for 10? Contact Frieda Maher for group bookings: friedamaher@yahoo.com.au
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No matter who you sing for, CRA’s Centenary Celebration prize pool has you covered.  

Purchase your ticket to our 100-year celebration for a chance to win:

* 6-seater corporate box for an A-League game

* Complimentary tickets to your choice of Wanderers game

* Sydney FC pre-match tour and pitch-side warm up experience

JOIN US FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!  

Sunday 21 September
11AM - 3PM

https://www.trybooking.com/DAOMO

*Looking to book a table for 10?  Contact Frieda Maher for group bookings: friedamaher@yahoo.com.au
Wednesday 2nd July, 2025 @ 7:07 pm

Weekly training takeover! FIFA & A-Leagues referee Ben Abraham goes head to head with our branch coach. Brought to you by #CRA100 as part of our Centenary Celebrations.

Monday 7 July
6.30PM at Magpie Sports Club
*stay for the pizza
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Tuesday 27th May, 2025 @ 9:49 pm

🕺⚽️💓Feeling the love from our friends at Football Canterbury, Hurlstone Park Wanderers and Marrickville FC who have booked their tables to the #cra100 Centenary Celebration. Thank you for your support!

We'd love to see you there too.
Sunday 21 September at Clarence House, Belmore.
11AM - 3PM
Individual tickets: www.trybooking.com/DAOMO
Tables of 10: contact friedamaher@yahoo.com.au for a group booking.

PhotPhotographed With Love by Mariam Johariohari
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🕺⚽️💓Feeling the love from our friends at Football Canterbury, Hurlstone Park Wanderers and Marrickville FC who have booked their tables to the #CRA100 Centenary Celebration.  Thank you for your support! 

Wed love to see you there too. 
Sunday 21 September at Clarence House, Belmore. 
11AM - 3PM
Individual tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/DAOMO
Tables of 10: contact friedamaher@yahoo.com.au for a group booking.

Photo by Photographed With Love by Mariam Johari