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STARTING THIS WEEKEND
Your first chance to win a Centenary Celebration prize of $100 off the cost of your uniform.
1. Get a photo of yourself at the game - it could be just
before or after, getting ready, or on the field.
2. Post your picture on Facebook or Instagram (or both!) with a caption about getting back into it in our centenary year (make sure it is not private so that it can be shared on our page). Make sure you're following us too.
3. Tag us, @us, and use #cra100. 🙌
Enter as many times as you like in April, and we have one prize for Juniors and one prize for Seniors.
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Please come along to watch us open our Centenary season of refereeing for Football Canterbury teams! There will be a short presentation and the inaugural toss of our centenary coin before the game. Kick off at 7pm at Strathfield Park Field 2, be there 15 min earlier to see the ceremony!
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Thank you to Football Canterbury for this incredible photo of the 1927 CRA uniform in all its vintage glory!
You only walk out with this kind of confidence if you've been to the Annual Seminar.
🕓Sunday 23 March
🥗9AM - 3PM (lunch is provided)
🎯Australian Catholic University, 25 A Barker Rd Strathfield
Collect your new uniform, get updates on LOTG and competition rules, and welcome new members!
Register on SPOND if you haven't yet. See you there!
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Great opportunity for women and girls that are interested in refereeing with the CRA! We have some female referee development scholarships available that can cover some of the cost of:
⚽️ Referee training courses
⚽️ Uniform purchase
These scholarships are available to current and new female referees and also provide access to coaching and support on your refereeing journey.
If you have ever considered taking up refereeing, there has never been a better time—there is a female only entry-level refereeing course this weekend (Saturday 15/3, 10am -3pm, at Croydon Park).
To express an interest in the scholarship fill in this EOI form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR9EUtcvJEOT9YNweHWyQw9FdFuGULHbTQ9RiQ1xWApqf8Pw/viewform?usp=h...
And to book in for the course contact the CRA registrar (registrar@canteburyreferees.org.au) who will book you in and walk you through the online process with PlayFootball.
If you sign up for the course, your scholarship application will be fast tracked!
Female Referee Development Scholarship 2025 EOI
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Expression of interest for women and girls to participate in the funded match official development program. Note if you do receive scholarship funding, you will be expected to commit to attending deve...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Attention! All current, past and future referees, plus all our supporters in clubs and the community. The Canterbury Referees Association (CRA) is celebrating our Centenary! There will be a year of celebrations culminating in a very special Centenary Event. Get ready to celebrate, and save the date now!
12pm on Sunday 21 September 2025.
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I hope to be there !
🚀 Step into the Game: Become a Football Referee in 2025! 🚀
Are you passionate about football and looking for a unique way to engage with the sport? Officiating matches offers a front-row seat to the action and so much more. Here’s why you should consider picking up the whistle:
• Stay Active and Fit: Refereeing keeps you on your toes, ensuring you maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
• Earn While You Learn: Turn your love for the game into a rewarding part-time job with competitive match fees.
• Develop Leadership Skills: Manage games, make quick decisions, and enhance your confidence on and off the field.
• Give Back to the Community: Support local football, nurture young talent, and uphold the spirit of the game.
• Pathway to Elite Levels: Start local and, with dedication, progress to officiating at national and even international matches. In fact, Football Australia recently appointed 31 Australian match officials to the 2025 FIFA International Referee Lists.
Getting started is easier than you think! If you're at least 13 years old, you can enroll in a referee course. The CRA offer Level 4 Football Referee Courses, providing opportunities for all ages to take up officiating.
Join a community that’s passionate, supportive, and integral to the beautiful game. Whether you’re a seasoned player, a football enthusiast, or someone looking to stay active, refereeing offers a fulfilling avenue to immerse yourself in football.
Ready to make your mark? Visit our Become a Referee Page to find out more and register for upcoming course: canterburyreferees.org.au/become-a-referee/
Blow the whistle on a new adventure in 2025!
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🏆 History in the Making! 🏆
CRA Referee Member Maddy Allum is set to be part of Australian Football history as an Assistant Referee in an A-League Men's match! This incredible achievement highlights Maddy's dedication, skill, and commitment to officiating at the highest level.
Make sure to tune in and cheer her on as she takes her place on the field for this milestone moment in the game. Congratulations, Maddy! 👏
Football Canterbury Football NSW
#crareferees #ALeague #makinghistory #supporttherefs
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Well done Maddy
🌟 A Proud Moment for the Canterbury Referees Association! 🌟
Congratulations to Maddy Allum on making her Assistant Refetee debut on the A-League Men's Competition! This is a remarkable achievement and a testament to her dedication, skill, and passion for the game. Maddy began her journey with the Canterbury Referees Association as a junior member, working hard over the years to hone her craft and rise through the ranks.
Today, she stands as an inspiring example of female representation at the top level of the sport, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations. We are incredibly proud to see her hard work and commitment recognised on such a grand stage. Congratulations, Maddy, on this well-deserved milestone – we can’t wait to see what you achieve next!
#CanterburyReferees #ALeague #BreakingBarriers #FemaleRepresentation #RefereeJourney #FootballCanterbury
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Congratulations, well done ⚽️
🎉🏅 Celebrating Excellence and Dedication in Football 🏅🎉
A massive congratulations to Jenny Bray and Ian Holmes on their well-deserved induction into the Football Australia Hall of Fame!
Jenny Bray's incredible contribution of over 40 years to refereeing excellence and development is nothing short of extraordinary. Her dedication as a Referee Coach has shaped the careers of countless referees and elevated the standards of the game.
Ian Holmes's visionary leadership and unwavering advocacy for the sport at all levels of the game, especially for Football Canterbury and the CRA, have left an indelible mark. His pioneering efforts have inspired so many, and his influence, professionalism and work will be felt for generations to come.
We are so proud to celebrate these two outstanding contributors to the beautiful game. Thank you both for your tireless commitment and passion! ⚽️
#footballaustralia #HallOfFame #refereeingexcellence #footballcanterbury
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