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D i d Y o u K n o w

2009 COMMITTEE - November 2008

The 2009 Committee has been added to the website.  This can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to "Committee" and clicking on it.  If you wish to view the report now then click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol: 

2008 ANNUAL REPORT - October 2008

The 2008 Annual Report has been added to the website.  The report can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Referee's Document" and then the sub sub menu "Referee's Reports". and clicking on it.  If you wish to view the report now then click on the following word symbol:

2008 GDSRA CENTENARY DINNER PHOTOGRAPHS - October 2008

Some Centenary Dinner photographs have been added to the "Photo Gallery" section on the website from GDSRA's special night celebrating 100 years of service to football.  To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "2008 Centenary Dinner".

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol: 

UPDATED CONSTITUTION & BY-LAWS - September 2008

Some modifications have been made to the GDSRA Constitution and By-Laws which has been added to the website.  The Constitution and By-Laws can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" sub menu "Referees Documents"  sub sub menu "Referees Reports"  and then clicking on "Referees' Reports" and the Word Symbol next to "GDSRA Constitution Document".  Also it is available by clicking "Word" symbol: 

SOME 2008 GRAND FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS - August 2008

Some member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website from the 2008 Grand Finals. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs".  Proceed to index 8 and click on the 11th photograph onwards.  Approximately two pages of photographs have been added.  Alternatively you can click on the "New Photos" button on the main page of the website.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol: 

SOME 2008 FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS - August 2008

Some member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website from the 2008 Finals. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs".  Proceed to index 6 and click on the 20th photograph onwards.  Approximately two pages of photographs have been added.  Alternatively you can click on the "New Photos" button on the main page of the website.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol: 

SOME 2008 SEMI FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS - August 2008

Some member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website from the 2008 Semi Finals. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs".  Proceed to index 3 and click on the 13th photograph onwards.  Approximately three and a half pages of photographs have been added.  Alternatively you can click on the "New Photos" button on the main page of the website.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol: 

2008 Penalty Shoot-Out Procedures for Finals Series - August 2008

The 2008 Penalty Shoot-Out Procedures for the Final Series have been added to the website. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!!  It gives some hints and tips for handling Penalty Shoot-Outs at finals series games if necessary; you may find information contained therein useful; print off a copy and  have it with you during the finals series.  The information can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

PROCEDURES FOR 2008 FINALS SERIES - August 2008

The 2008 Finals Series Procedures are now available online. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!!  It is important that you read the information contained therein; print off a copy and make sure you have it with you during the finals series.  The information can be found under the "Referee's Documents" drop down menu, sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

FFA CERTIFICATES AND UPDATING PROCEDURES - August 2008

Some information on your refereeing qualifications and how to update and gain the required hours to renew your certificates has been added to the website under the "Referees' Documents" link.  To view this go to the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referees' Documents" and then click on sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".   Then click on the appropriate "Word" symbol.   Alternatively, you can go there directly by clicking on the following "Word" symbol: 

IDENTIFYING AND DEALING WITH FOUL CHALLENGES - July 2008

Under our Law Questions and Answers page has been added a PowerPoint Slide Presentation on "Identifying and Dealing With Foul Challenges" which shows examples of fouls and challenges and how to deal with them when considering if the challenge is carless, reckless or excessive.  This can be found by clicking on "Laws" on the drop down menu and then "Law Questions" on the sub menu and "Foul Challenges" on the sub sub menu. It is well worth a look for a better understanding of fouls and challenges and what action to take. If you want to go directly to the PowerPoint Slide Show click on the PowerPoint Symbol:

LAWS OF THE GAME 2008 - 2009 - June 2008

FIFA has just released the 2008-2009 Laws of the Game and these have been added to the website.  The 2008-2009 Laws of the game can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Laws of the Game" and then click on the PDF symbol at the bottom of the page for the 2008-2009 Laws of the Game or under the sub menu "Law Questions", then the sub sub menu "FIFA Laws of the Game 2008-2009".

PLEASE NOTE: The FIFA Laws of the Game 2008-2009 are the latest available and generally don't come into effect in Australia until 2009.

Please refer to the E. & E. C. of GDSRA before following them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

You can also click on the following PDF symbol to view the material: 

Football NSW Circular - The Treatment of Injured Players - June 2008

Football NSW has issued a circular regarding "The Treatment of Injured Players" issued by the State Referees Coach, Steve Fenech, and this has been added to the website under the "Referees' Documents" link.  To view this go to the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referees' Documents" and then click on sub sub menu "Referees' Circulars".  Alternatively, you can go there directly by clicking on the following "Word" symbol: 

UPDATED CONSTITUTION & BY-LAWS - June 2008

Some minor modifications have been made to the GDSRA Constitution and By-Laws which have been added to the website.  The Constitution and By-Laws can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" sub menu "Referees Documents"  sub sub menu "Referees Reports"  and then clicking on "Referees' Reports" and the Word Symbol next to "GDSRA Constitution Document".  Also it is available by clicking "Word" symbol: 

Important Information for Referees from GDSFA - June 2008

The Football Association at their May General Meeting issued a set of instructions to be followed by clubs and to be enforced by referees.   This has been added to the website and has been included as an announcement in the forum.  To view this go to "Members Information" on the drop down menu bar and then click on the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Other Documents and Articles"; then click on the Word symbol.  The following button  has also been placed on the home page too.

Alternatively you can go there directly by clicking on the following Word symbol: Match Control Tools

2008 Rules for the Sydney Cup, State Cup, Robertson Cup and Bill Cullinan Cup - May 2008

The 2008 Rules for the Sydney Cup, State Cup, Robertson Cup and Bill Cullinan Cup have been added to the website.  To view this go to "Members Information" on the drop down menu bar and then click on the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Other Documents and Articles"; then click on the  PDF symbol next to the Rules required.  Alternatively you can go there directly by clicking on the following PDF symbols:

1.    2008 Sydney Cup Rules:

2.    2008 State Cup, Robertson Cup and Bill Cullinan Cup Rules:

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format.  You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

They can be found under the "Referees Reports" section of the web site.  Why not print a copy off to keep in your referees bags for use at your games this season.  It can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information" and the clicking on "Referees Reports" and then clicking on the word symbol next to "Caution and Send Off Codes for use in GDSFA Games in 2008". 

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol: 2004 Annual Report

CAUTION AND SEND OFF CODES FOR USE IN GDSFA GAMES IN 2008 - April 2008

The new Caution and Send Off Codes for the 2008 season has been added to the website.  It can be found under the "Referees Reports" section of the web site.  Why not print a copy off to keep in your referees bags for use at your games this season.  It can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information" and the clicking on "Referees Reports" and then clicking on the word symbol next to "Caution and Send Off Codes for use in GDSFA Games in 2008". 

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol: 2004 Annual Report

THE LATEST HANDBOOK FOR THE 2008 SEASON - March 2008

The new 2008 Handbook has been prepared by the secretary and is available on the website.  It can be found under the "Handbook" section of the web site.  Why not take a look so that you understand what is required for the 2008 season.  It has some interesting and valuable information.  This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information". 

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol: 2004 Annual Report

2008 FITNESS TESTS - March 2008

The fitness test dates have been added to the website.  They are as follows:

         Friday 28rd March, 2008 at 7.00 pm. - Daniel Street Park, Greystanes

         Sunday 30th March, 2008 at 9.00 am. -  Barton Park, North Parramatta

         Friday 4th April, 2008 at 7.00 pm - Daniel Street Park, Greystanes

         Sunday 6th April, 2008 at 9.00 am - Barton Park, North Parramatta
    
The actual test layout can be viewed by clicking on the button on the front page of the website. To view this information now click on the following Word symbol:

CLUB REFEREES COURSE - March 2008

A fast track club referees course is being conducted at the Clubhouse at Fred Caterson Reserve on Saturday 29th March, 2008 starting at 12.30 pm and concluding at 5.00 pm.

The course fee is $50, which includes FIFA Law book, FIFA DVD Laws of the Game, and lecture notes covering each of the 17 laws.

The course will focus on the key and practical aspects that an unofficial referee needs to know and understand.

There will also be a short examination at the conclusion of the course to qualify for a certificate.

Information about the course can be obtained by clicking on the "Next Course" button on the front page of the GDSRA website or by clicking on the following word symbol: 


2008 AGM, IN GLENEAGLES SCOTLAND, OF THE INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION BOARD (IFAB) - March, 2008

The changes in the laws set down by the 2008 IFAB meeting (only relevant to our 2009 season) have been added to the website as a PDF File.  This can be found by clicking on the appropriate button on the front page .  Click on the preceding "Law Changes 2008" button to view.

PLEASE NOTE: These Law Changes are the latest available and generally won't come into effect in Australia until 2009.

Please refer to the E. & E. C. of GDSRA before following or adopting them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format.  You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

FOOTBALL FEDERATION AUSTRALIA SMALL SIDED GAMES - March, 2008

The Football Federation of Australia has approached grass roots Associations to introduce "Small Sided Games" (SSG) for young players. The GDSFA has welcomed the new initiative and has decided to run the Association-organised Under 6 season in this format.   FFA has produced two publications on this initiative - one a "parents information guide" and the other a "small sided games handbook".  To view these go to "Members Information" on the drop down menu bar and then click on the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Other Documents and Articles"; then click on the  PDF symbol next to publication required.   Alternatively you can go there directly by clicking on the relevant PDF icon below:

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format.  You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

FOOTBALL FEDERATION AUSTRALIA COACH EDUCATION PROGRAM - March, 2008

The Football Coaches Education program has been added to the website for interest and those referees who also hold coaching certificates and licences.  To view this go to "Members Information" on the drop down menu bar and then click on the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Other Documents and Articles"; then click on the  PDF symbol next to this area.  Alternatively you can go there directly by clicking on the following PDF symbol:

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format.  You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

FOOTBALL NSW SEND OFF & INCIDENT REPORTS - February, 2008

The latest Football NSW Send Off and Incident Reports have been added to the "Referee Reports" page of the website.  To view the updated reports go the the drop down menu bar and click on "Members Information" and then click of sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by sub sub menu "Referee Reports"; now you can click on the appropriate report you required or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - February, 2008

The links page has been updated to include three new links "AusRef - Football Referees Australia", "Northern NSW State League Referees" and "Bendigo Region Soccer Referees".  The NSW State League Football Referees (formerly ASRF NSW Division) link has been changed to reflect the new name of this fine body of referees.  Also with the changes decreed by Football NSW the "New South Wales Soccer Referees Incorporated" link has been removed as this body no longer controls the States Referees Association.  To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - February, 2008

The links page has been updated to include two new links "Football Northern Territory" and "Football West".  To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

MORE REFEREES QUIZZES - February, 2008

Some new law quizzes have been added to the website for member's to test their knowledge. They can be found by using the drop down menu under "Laws" and clicking on "More Laws of the Game Quizzes". You can  go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - January, 2008

The links page has been updated to include two new links "The Irish Soccer Referees Society - Cork Branch" and "Isle of Man Referees' Society".  Julian Carosi's Website link has also been updated to its new location.   To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

HISTORY OF THE LAWS OF THE GAME - January, 2008

Details of the "History of the Laws of the Game" have been added to the GDSRA Website.  The information can be found on the website by clicking on "GDSRA & History" on the main drop down menu and scrolling down to "History of the Laws" and clicking on it.  It can be also accessed under the "Laws" drop down menu".  If you want to go directly there now then click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:   

AGM 2007 DRAFT MINUTES - January, 2008

The October 25, 2007 Draft AGM Minutes are now available in the "Meetings" section of the web site.  This can be found under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (on the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Meetings" and clicking on it.  If you wish to view now then click on the following word symbol: 

2007 ANNUAL REPORT - January, 2008

The 2007 Annual Report has been added to the website.  The report can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Referee's Document" and then the sub sub menu "Referee's Reports". and clicking on it.  If you wish to view the report now then click on the following word symbol:

2008 MEMBERSHIP FORM - January, 2008

The 2008 membership form is now online for members to renew their membership or new people wishing to join and become referees.  The form can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" and then clicking on "Membership Form".  Also it is available by clicking on the button on the main page or alternatively you can directly to the form by clicking on the following "Word" symbol:  

FOOTBALL NSW REFEREES  CIRCULARS - November 2007

Football NSW Referees Circulars issued by the State Referees Coach, Steve Fenech have been added to the website under the "Referees' Documents" link.  To view these go to the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referees' Documents" and then click on sub sub menu "Referees' Circulars".

If you want to go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:   

FOOTBALL NSW REFEREES' REIMBURSEMENTS 2008 - October 2007

Details of Referees' Reimbursements for 2008 have been added under the "Referees' Documents" link.  Access can also be obtained under the "Members Information" drop down menu and then clicking on "Referees Fees 2008".  These referees' payments are as approved by the board of Football NSW on October 5, 2007 and cover all competitions within the State.    

to proceed directly to the list of reimbursements for 2008.

SOME GRAND FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS - September 2007

Three member's photographs have been added to the Members' Photographs section on the website from the 2007 Grand Finals. To view these go to "Members' Information" drop down menu, then sub menu "General", then sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and then click on "Members' Photographs".  Proceed to index 3 and click on the last three photographs.

You can go there directly now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol: 

FOOTBALL NSW CONSTITUTION & BY LAWS - August 2007

As discussed at the August General Meeting and mentioned by the secretary the Football NSW By Laws and Constitution Documents have been added to the website.  These are as follows:

The information can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Referees Reports".  

You can also click on the above PDF symbols to view the material:

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format.  You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

REFEREE HINTS FOR 2007 FINALS SERIES - August 2007

Some referee hints to assist with the 2007 Finals Series have been added to the website. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!!  It gives some hints and tips for preparing and officiating at finals series games; you may find information contained therein useful; print off a copy and  have it with you during the finals series.  The information can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

PROCEDURES FOR 2007 FINALS SERIES - August 2007

The 2007 Finals Series Procedures are now available online. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!!  It is important that you read the information contained therein; print off a copy and make sure you have it with you during the finals series.  The information can be found under the "Referee's Documents" drop down menu, sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

FIFA REFEREES TEACHING MATERIAL - July 2007

FIFA has produced some referees teaching material as follows:

BASIC REFEREES COURSE - ENGLISH FA - July 2007

The English Football Association has a Basic Referees Course which has been added to the website.  It is a basic course only and is suitable for all new referees as a good reference.  Some more experienced referees may also find it useful.  It is a PowerPoint Presentation and can be located under the "Education & Training" drop down menu and then by clicking on "Basic Referees Course".  It can also be found under the drop down menu "Referees Documents" sub menu "Other Documents & Articles" and then by clicking on "Basic Referees Course"

If you want to go directly to the PowerPoint Slide Show click on the PowerPoint Symbol: 

LAWS OF THE GAME 2007 - 2008 - July 2007

FIFA has just released the 2007-2008 Laws of the Game and these have been added to the website.  At this stage the FIFA Question and Answers 2006 remains unchanged and are still current (they have not yet been updated). The 2007-2008 Laws of the game can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Laws of the Game" and then click on the PDF symbol at the bottom of the page for the 2007-2008 Laws of the Game or under the sub menu "Law Questions", then the sub sub menu "FIFA Laws of the Game 2007-2008".  For the FIFA Questions and Answers 2006 these can be located by clicking the "Laws" drop down menu, then the sub menu "Law Questions" followed by the sub sub menu "FIFA Q & A 2006".

PLEASE NOTE: The FIFA Laws of the Game 2007-2008 and FIFA Q & A 2006 are the latest available and generally don't come into effect in Australia until 2008.

Please refer to the E. & E. C. of GDSRA before following them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

You can also click on the following PDF symbols to view the material:

1.    FIFA Laws of the Game 2007-2008. 

2.    FIFA Q & A 2006.  

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format.  You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

2008 REFEREES COURSES - June 2007

In 2008, GDSRA will be holding a number of courses for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game.  Local GDSFA details and procedures will also be explained. 

There will be a nominal charge for each course and all attendees will receive the latest FIFA Law Book and the FIFA DVD on the Laws of the Game together with participant's workbooks and manuals.  This is a completely restructured course using latest Football Federation Australia training materials.

For further information contact John Kemp: 0412200541 or e-mail: john.kemp@hp.com.  Details of the "laws of the game" and "questions and answers" on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

The "Next Course"  page has been updated to reflect that 2008 Courses will be conducted.  Refer to "Referees Courses" for overall details.

UPDATE TO Site Map - June 2007

The site map page has been updated to include changes to some pages and links " To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Site Map" or alternatively click on the button on the left of the main (home) page.  To go to the site map directly click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

UPDATE TO LINKS PAGE - April 2007

The links page has been updated to include two new links "Fry Club Junior FC - Law Misconceptions" and "Wenty Waratahs Soccer Club".  To view the new links you can go to the drop down menu bar and click on "Links" then click on "Links to External Sites" or alternatively go directly there now by clicking on the following Internet Explorer Symbol:

NEW GDSRA POLO SHIRT - April 2007

The Online Shop has been updated to include the facility to purchase the new GDSRA Polo Shirt in both mens (Small to XXL) and womens (10-18) sizes directly from our friendly Equipment Officer. You can access the Online Shop via the main page by clicking on the button in the middle of the page or via the main drop down menu system.  That is "Members Information" then the sub menu "Referees' Online Shop" then one of three sub sub menus: "Referees' Equipment", "Online Order Form" and "Terms and Condition of Sale".  As before once an order is placed you get an acknowledgement that your order has been transmitted.  If you wish to order a GDSRA Polo Shirt or any other referee's clothing or equipment right now then you can go directly there by clicking on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

GDSRA REFEREE'S INSPECTION REPORTS AND FORMS - April 2007

The forms and reports for inspections of GDSRA Referees have been updated and replaced on the website.  There are also running sheets and coaching sheets also for all inspectors/assessors to utilise.  Access can be found under the the "Members Information" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by the sub sub menu "Referee Reports" and then clicking on the appropriate Word Document symbol.  Alternatively all reports are located under the "GDSRA & History" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Administration" followed by the sub sub menu "Inspection Documents".

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbols: 2004 Annual Report  Inspector's Running Sheet  2004 Annual Report  Referee's Inspection Report  2004 Annual Report  AR Inspection Report 

2004 Annual Report  Referee's Coaching/Mentoring Sheet

UPDATE TO SOCCER NSW SENDOFF REPORT - April 2007

The Soccer NSW Send Off Report has been updated in line with the new codes which match the seven codes as stated in the Laws of the Game.  Access can be found under the the "Members Information" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by the sub sub menu "Referee Reports" and then clicking on the appropriate Word Document symbol.

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol: 2004 Annual Report

2007 FITNESS TESTS - March 2007

The fitness test dates have been added to the website.  They are as follows:

     Friday 23rd March, 2007 at 7.00 pm. - Daniel Street Park, Greystanes

     Sunday 25th March, 2007 at 8.00am. -  Barton Park, North Parramatta

     Friday 30th March, 2007 at – 7.00 pm. - Daniel Street Park, Greystanes

     Sunday 1st April, 2007 at 8.00am. - Barton Park, North Parramatta
   
The actual test layout can be viewed by clicking on the button in the middle of the front page of the website. To view this information now click on the following Word symbol:

2007 APRIL/MAY REFEREES COURSE - March 2007

In conjunction with the NSW Sports and Recreation Department and Auburn Council GDSRA will be holding a referee's course for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game.  Lectures are on Monday nights on April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21 and May 28, 2007.  Local GDSFA details and procedures will also be explained.  The venue will be at Auburn Library, Exhibition Room and will run from 6.30 pm – 9.15 pm.

There will be a nominal charge of $20.00 for each course and all attendees will receive the latest FIFA Law Book and the FIFA DVD on the Laws of the Game together with participant's workbooks and manuals.  This is a completely restructured course using latest Football Federation Australia training materials.

For further information contact John Kemp: 0412200541 or e-mail: john.kemp@hp.com.  For a flyer on the course .  For an application form from the NSW Sports and Recreation Department .  Details of the laws of the game and questions and answers on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

OFFSIDE Knowledge - March 2007

A test on your knowledge of the offside rule has been added to the website.  It assists further in explaining Law 11.  The information is copyrighted material from the BBC Sport Football website.  The information can be found by clicking on the button, marked "Offside Knowledge"  on the main page and also under the "Laws" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Law Questions" followed by clicking on "Offside Knowledge". 

You can also go there directly by clicking on the following Internet Explorer" symbol:

OFFSIDE MADE SIMPLE - February 2007

All you need to unravel the offside laws - a page has been added to the website explaining Law 11 - The Offside Rule in simple terms.  The information is copyrighted material from the BBC Sport Football website.  It can be found by clicking on the button on the main page and also under the "Laws" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Law Questions" followed by clicking on "Offside Made Simple". 

You can also go there directly by clicking on the following Internet Explorer" symbol:
 

SOCCER NSW REFEREES' REIMBURSEMENTS 2007 - February 2007

Details of Referees' Reimbursements for 2007 have been added under the "Referees' Documents" link.  Access can also be obtained under the "Members Information" drop down menu and then clicking on "Referees Fees 2007".  These referees' payments are as approved by the board of Soccer NSW on October 23, 2006 and cover all competitions within the State.  Please note that Division 2 and Division 3 in State League have been changed to Conference League North and Conference League South with Referees Fees to be charged at Division 2 rates.  

to proceed directly to the list of reimbursements for 2007.

REFEREES CLASSIFICATIONS (FFA) - February 2007

Details of the Football Federation Australia's Referees Classifications have been added to the web site under the "Referees' Documents" link.  There are now 5 Levels of Referees.  Access is obtained under the the "Members Information" drop down menu and then the sub menu "Referees Documents" followed by the sub sub menu "Other Documents and Articles".  You can then click on the "PDF symbol" to view the information.  You can also click on the appropriate button on the "home page".

To go directly to the details click on the following "PDF" Symbol:

WEB GAMES - February 2007

A new feature has been added to the web site which consists of some interactive games for people to play on the web.  Whilst this only may prove to be useful and relevant to our Junior Members perhaps some of the young at heart will be drawn in by them and get hooked on some of the games.  There are five soccer (football) games and seven other games for your enjoyment.  Other games maybe added when time permits and if the feature is accepted.  To access the web games facility go to the drop down menu "Members Information" and the the sub menu "General" and then the sub sub menu "Web Games".

You can also go straight to the web games area by clicking on the Internet Explorer symbol:

LAW CHANGES FOR 2007 - February 2007

The changes in the laws set down by the 2006 IFAB meeting relevant to our 2007 season have been added to the website in two forms:

1.   A document describing the changes.  This can be found by clicking on the appropriate button on the front page .

2.   A PowerPoint Presentation from the NSW State Coach, Steve Fenech. This can also be found by clicking on the appropriate button on the front page

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR NEW APPOINTMENTS ONLINE FACILITY - February 2007

For information on how to access and set up your information for the new GDSRA Appointments System we have added a PowerPoint Presentation to assist all members.

To access the operating instructions to the new Appointments System go to the drop down menu "Members Information" and then the sub menu "Appointments" and then the sub sub menu "Operating Instructions".  You will then be taken to a PowerPoint Presentation which will take you through the steps of logging in, entering your details, availability, etc.

An easier way to go straight to these instructions is to click on the button (Appoint. Instructions) on the left hand side of the home page of the website.

If you still have any problems in setting up your details please our Appointments Officer, Ian Welch.

You can also go straight to the operating instructions for the appointments system by clicking on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

NEW APPOINTMENTS ONLINE FACILITY - January 2007

Whilst our old Appointments System served it's purpose well the Management Committee felt it was time to get a better program to meet our expanding future needs and to become more professional.  The additional add on support program for the online facility, written by your Webmaster with some help from Ian Welch, also served us well but our new appointments software does the online part as well so it is being put to rest.

To access the new Appointments System and find you assigned games as before go to the drop down menu "Members Information" and then the sub menu "Appointments" and then the sub menu "Member Appointments".  You will go to a screen which requests you to "Enter Appointments Area".  Clicking on the button links you to an external sign on screen where you can set up your information, availability and also access your assigned games.  Your email address has to be entered in and also, initially, the password allocated by our Appointments Officer, Ian Welch.  You can changed your password once signed in.   Ian has provided every signed up GDSRA member for 2007 details to follow.  If you have any problems in setting up your details please contact him.  The new program also handles payments to you for games officiated at.

You can also go straight to the appointments area by clicking on the Internet Explorer symbol:

OTHER REFEREES RELEVANT DOCUMENTS AND ARTICLES - January 2007

In an effort to keep our website up to date some older documents have been deleted from this section of the website as they are no longer relevant.  This section can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information"  sub menu "Referees Documents" and then clicking on "Other Documents and Articles".

AGM 2006 MINUTES - December 2006

The October 19, 2006 AGM Minutes are now available in the "Meetings" section of the web site.  This can be found under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (on the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Meetings" and clicking on it.  If you wish to view now then click on the following word symbol: 

2006 Annual Report - December 2006

The 2006 Annual Report has been added to the website.  The report can be located under "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (0n the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Referee's Document" and then the sub sub menu "Referee's Reports". and clicking on it.  If you wish to view the report now then click on the following word symbol:

2007 REFEREES COURSES - December 2006

In 2007, GDSRA will be holding a number of courses for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game.  Lectures are on Monday nights February 26, March 5, March 12, March 19, March 26 and April 2, 2007.  Local GDSFA details and procedures will also be explained.  The venue will be at Merrylands Bowling and Sporting Club, Oxford Street, Merrylands and will run from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.

There will be a nominal charge of $50.00 for each course and all attendees will receive the latest FIFA Law Book and the FIFA DVD on the Laws of the Game together with participant's workbooks and manuals.  This is a completely restructured course using latest Football Federation Australia training materials.

For further information contact John Kemp: 0412200541 or e-mail: john.kemp@hp.com.  For a flyer on the courses .  Details of the laws of the game and questions and answers on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

2007 MEMBERSHIP FORM - November 2006

The 2007 membership form is now online for members to renew their membership or new people wishing to join and become referees.  The form can be found under the drop down menu bar heading "Members' Information" and then clicking on "Membership Form".  Also it is available by clicking on the button on the main page or alternatively you can directly to the form by clicking on the following "Word" symbol:  

UPDATE TO COMMITTEE FOR 2007 - October 2006

The Committee Page of the website has been updated to reflect the 2007 position holders.  This page can be accessed by clicking on "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (on the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "Committee".

UPDATE TO MEMBER'S PHOTO GALLERY - September 2006

A small selection of photographs of the Super Youth League 14's Grand Final 2006 at Hadjuk Stadium has been added to our website.  Take a look at our GDSRA members in action on this important day.  We need many more photographs so please keep sending me some candid shots of our referees in action.  These photographs can be accessed by clicking on "Members Information" on the main drop down menu (on the Home Page) and scrolling down to the sub menu "General" and then clicking on the sub sub menu "Photo Gallery" and finally clicking on "Members' Photographs".  The latest photographs can be found on menu 3.

You can also access the "Members' Photographs" directly from the "site map".  Alternatively to view the photographs right now click on the following Internet Explorer Symbol: 

MORE TIPS & TEAMWORK FOR ASSISTANT REFEREES - September 2006

Under the section on "Referees Documents" has been added an article on "More Tips & Teamwork For Assistant Referees".  This article should be of use to every one acting as an AR and working as part of the officiating team.  It can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To go directly there now click on the following Word Symbol: 2004 Annual Report

THE ASSISTANT REFEREE (HINTS & TIPS) - September 2006

Under the section on "Referees Documents" has been added an article on tips and hints when performing as an Assistant Referee.  It could be useful for all to read.  It can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To go directly there now click on the following Word Symbol: 2004 Annual Report

TOOLS FOR EFFECTIVE MATCH CONTROL - August 2006

Under the section on "Referees Documents" has been added an article by Steve Fenech (State Coach) which he wrote in 1999.  It is an interesting article and well worth a read.  It can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To go directly there now click on the following Word Symbol: 2004 Annual Report

MENTORING POWERPOINT PRESENTATION - August 2006

Under our Law Questions and Answers page has been added a PowerPoint Slide Presentation on Referees Mentoring - "Mentoring" which shows examples of working as a team with your ARs and questions to ask each other so that you can learn from what happened in your game and future games.  This can be found by clicking on "Laws" on the drop down menu and then "Law Questions" on the sub menu and "Law Question's Page" on the sub sub menu.  It is well worth a look for the alternative positions that the referee can go to view a situation.  If you want to go directly to the PowerPoint Slide Show click on the PowerPoint Symbol: 

SITE MAP CHANGES - August 2006

Some additions have been made to the website's site map. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!!  Alternatively you can go to the drop menu under "Links", sub menu "Site Map".

REFEREE HINTS FOR 2006 FINALS SERIES - August 2006

Some referee hints to assist with the 2006 Finals Series have been added to the website. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!!  It gives some hints and tips for preparing and officiating at finals series games; you may find information contained therein useful; print off a copy and  have it with you during the finals series.  The information can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

PROCEDURES FOR 2006 FINALS SERIES - August 2006

The 2006 Finals Series Procedures are now available online. Click on the link button on the main page for details!!!  It is important that you read the information contained therein; print off a copy and make sure you have it with you during the finals series.  The information can be found under the "Referee's Documents" drop down menu, sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To proceed direct to the information click on the following button:

THE 4 D's - OBVIOUS GOAL SCORING OPPORTUNITY DENIED - August 2006

An interesting article from the Manager of Referee Development and Education of the Massachusetts State Referee Committee.  Well worth a read to assist with deciding what is an obvious goal scoring opportunity that has been denied.  It can be found under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To go directly there now click on the following Word Symbol: 2004 Annual Report

REFEREE ARTICLES - July 2006

Eight articles sourced by John Kemp from http://www.mcra-mi.org/articles.htm  are now online.  These are excellent articles and give good advice to all referees.  Please take the time to read them as I am sure you will find them worthwhile.   These articles are located under the "Members' Information" drop down menu, sub menu "Referee's Documents" and sub sub menu "Other Documents & Articles".  To go directly there now click on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

LAW GUIDES AND FIFA Q & A 2006 CHANGES - July 2006

The FIFA 2006 Laws of the game and FIFA Q & A 2006 have been added to the website.  These can be found under the "Laws" drop down menu, sub menu "Laws of the Game" and then click on the PDF symbol at the bottom of the page for the 2006 Laws of the Game or under the sub menu "Law Questions", then the sub sub menu "FIFA Laws of the Game 2006".  For the FIFA Questions and Answers 2006 these can be located by clicking the "Laws" drop down menu, then the sub menu "Law Questions" followed by the sub sub menu "FIFA Q & A 2006".

PLEASE NOTE: The FIFA Laws of the Game and FIFA Q & A 2006 are the latest available and generally don't come into effect in Australia until 2007.

Please refer to the E. & E. C. of GDSRA before following them as there are differences with what we are running with now.

You can also click on the following PDF symbols to view the material:

1.    FIFA Laws of the Game 2006. 

2.    FIFA Q & A 2006.  

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as these files are in pdf format.  You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

PAYMENT/LEVY STATEMENTS - June 2006

The Payment/Levy Online Statements has been revised and updated.  The current May one is now online for members' viewing.  Payment/Levy Statements can be found under "Members' Information" on the menu bar on the front page of the website.  Just scroll down to "Payment/Levy Statement" and click on it to access your details.   Access is the same as for getting your Appointments - your Username and four digit Password. To go directly to the May details click on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

NEW REFEREE CLASSIFICATIONS FROM FFA - May 2006

Football Federation Australia (FFA) has introduced Australian Officiating Development Schedules which cover all referees, referee inspectors and referee instructor training programs.  The referees schedule identifies five levels of referee classification, or status.  This information can be read in detail by clicking on the button "Referee Classifications" on the main page of the GDSRA Website.  It is well worth studying as it will become the standard in all Referees' Associations in the very near future.

The article is in pdf format and you can click on the PDFsymbol below to view it now if you so desire.  Please read this document carefully.

Australian Officiating Development Schedules

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as the file is in pdf format.  You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

REFEREE POSITIONING POWERPOINT PRESENTATION - UPDATE - May 2006

This presentation has been updated to include John Kemp's excellent comments on the subject in the GDSRA Members' Forum.  Additional slides have been added to include John's comments.  The presentation can be viewed by going to the "Laws" menu on the website and then clicking on the drop down menu "Law Questions" followed by clicking on the sub sub menu "Proper Positioning".  Alternatively you can go straight to this information by clicking on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

SUBMITTING SEND OFF AND INCIDENT REPORTS ELECTRONICALLY - UPDATE - May 2006

These facilities have been updated because the previous submitting feature has problems working with some operating systems.  The mailing system has been altered to allow for a smoother and more efficient transmission.  They operate differently from before so please read the instructions carefully.  As before these reports can be found by going to the Referees Reports and Documents page and clicking on the respective Internet Explorer image.  As before you can simply enter the data in the "textarea" window and click on the "Submit" button.  Your report will be electronically sent via e-mail to our Judiciary Delegates. The data can be saved as a "text" file (using the "Save As" command) in a location you select on your computers hard drive (usually "C" drive) and then can be printed out if you so desire a hard copy.  Please note and follow the instructions otherwise you will lose your data if you click the buttons in the wrong sequence.  Of course, you can still use the relevant documents and attach them to an e-mail or print them off and post them, if you so want to. 

GROUND LOCATIONS - April 2006

The Ground Locations Page has been updated to incorporate all the new grounds within the district for 2006.  This page can be found by going to the drop down menu "Member's Information" and then clicking on the sub menu "Ground Locations".  Alternatively you can go straight to this information by clicking on the following Internet Explorer symbol:

2006 REFEREES COURSES - April 2006

Starting 1st May 2006 GDSRA will be holding a referees course for people who wish to become soccer referees, ‘club’ referees or just want to learn and understand the laws of the game.  Lectures are on Monday nights May 1, May 8 and May 16 with the examination on May 23.  There is an additional night (date and venue TBA) for providing details on the GDSFA local procedures.  The venue will be at Merrylands Bowling and Sports Club (Oxford Street, Merrylands) and will run from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.

There will be a nominal charge of $35.00 for each course and all attendees will receive the latest FIFA Law Book and the FIFA DVD on the Laws of the Game together with lecture notes and a certificate of completion if the course is passed.  For further information contact John Kemp: 0412200541 or e-mail: john.kemp@hp.com.  For a flyer on the courses .  Details of the laws of the game and questions and answers on these laws are available on our GDSRA web site.

OFFSIDE INTERPRETATION AND CLARIFICATION - March 2006
Soccer NSW have issued a statement from Richard Lorenc, National Refereeing Manager of Federation Football Australia concerning the new offside interpretation.  This statement was provided to various associations who attended a special NSWSRI Education meeting.

In most offside situations the "old" rule will still apply; i.e. where only one attacking player clearly goes for the ball from an offside position, the player is deemed offside.  If the referee uses the "wait and see" approach for this player to touch the ball, then the defending team will be disadvantaged,  The indirect free kick is taken from where the offside player was situated when the ball was played.

This Soccer NSW Memo has been added to our website and can be located under the "Referees Documents" section of the web site.  This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information"  sub menu "Referees Documents" and then clicking on "Other Documents and Articles".  The article is in pdf format and you can click on the pdf symbol below to view it now if you so desire.  Please read this document carefully.

Soccer NSW Offside Interpretation & Clarification

Note: You will need an Adobe Reader loaded on your computer as the file is in pdf format.  You can download the Adobe Reader by clicking on the Adobe Reader icon below.

THE LATEST HANDBOOK FOR THE 2006 SEASON - March 2006

The new 2006 Handbook has been prepared by the secretary and is available on the website.  It can be found under the "Handbook" section of the web site.  Why not take a look so that you understand what is required for the 2006 season.  It has some interesting and valuable information.  This can be found by clicking on the drop down menu "Members Information". 

You can also go straight to this information by clicking on the following word symbol: 2004 Annual Report

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