ANNUAL REPORT...2018 Results 32 Australian Representatives 34 Hall of Fame 35 Life Members 36 Financial Reports 38 Table of Contents PRESIDENT'S REPORT On the field, our State teams

ANNUALREPORT

2018

President's Report 3

CEO Report 4

Member Engagement & Operations Report 6

Media and Communications Report 10

Pathways Report 12

Participation Report 14

Umpires and Officials Report 16

Competitions Report 18

Arrows Report 21

Waratahs Report 22

Women's Masters Report 24

Men's Masters Report 25

Masters National Selections 26

Hockey NSW Awards Night 28

Basil Sellers Scholarships 30

2018 Results 32

Australian Representatives 34

Hall of Fame 35

Life Members 36

Financial Reports 38

Table of Contents

PRESIDENT'S REPORT

On the field, our State teams dominated the National Championships taking home multiple medals throughout the year. The highlight of the 2018 Nationals was the historic clean-sweep of our female pathway teams. From our Under 13’s, right through to our Arrows, every single team bought home gold to NSW – something that has never happened before. This just goes to shows the huge amount of skill and talent we have in this State.

2018 was a great year for hockey in NSW both on and off the field. Our sport, and in particular our organisation is paving the way as a leader in the State Sporting Association landscape.

Craig ColvinPresident - Hockey NSW

I would also like to acknowledge the performance of our Arrows and Waratahs teams in the Australian Hockey League during October. In the competition’s final year, our women claimed their 10th overall title while our men showed great determination to come away with a silver medal. While 2019 sees a new national league and new teams being launched, it is important to acknowledge all the teams and players that have had success under the Arrows and Waratahs.

It was another big year for our State Championships they continue to go from strength to strength. I would like to thank all of the wonderful volunteers that help at these events throughout the year. Hockey NSW would not be able to run its State Championships without these individuals who contribute so much to our sport.

Coaches and umpires are an integral asset to our game, and I am pleased to say that yet again we have seen a significant increase in accreditations across the board. Our coaching numbers have increased by nine percent and our umpires and officials pool has increased by over 18%. Going forward, Hockey NSW is continuing to focus on not only growing the quantity, but also the quality of these participants by improving the pathways and opportunities available.

Off the field, it was great to see the launch of the Respect for Officials campaign with Zeke Newman and Kylie Seymour as ambassadors. It was very pleasing to see so much support for the initiative with over 2,500 people taking the pledge.

It was also fantastic to see our organisation and community members being recognised for their outstanding efforts throughout the year. Hockey NSW was once again nominated for Organisation of the Year at the NSW Sport Awards along with Zeke Newman and Craig Beed who were nominated for Official and Administrator of the Year respectively.

Running this sport is no easy feat, so I would like to acknowledge the terrific work of our CEO David Thompson and all the hard-working staff of Hockey NSW for their tireless efforts during the year.

In closing, I would like to thank the Hockey NSW Board of Directors for all their valuable insights throughout the year and I look forward to an exciting 2019. In particular, I would like to thank all the Directors who have stepped down from the Board this year. Your contributions to the sport are very much appreciated.

I look forward to a fantastic year of hockey in 2019 and seeing our sport grow in leaps and bounds.

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CEO REPORT

During the season, I met with 20 of our Life Members and presented them with a new Life Member badge. These life members were also featured in our monthly Bulletin email in an effort to introduce them to the wider hockey community.

In conjunction with our partners at revolutionseSPORT, Hockey NSW delivered a specific recruitment and retention survey to players who were new, lost and returning to hockey in 2018. These survey results and data have been delivered to all Associations in the hope of finding ways to keep our members in the game - as players, coaches, managers, volunteers or just as fans of the game.

The NSW State Government continued to support sport across the State with several Facility Grant offers as well as the launch of the Active Kids Voucher. Nearly 8,000 junior players activated their Active Kids voucher for hockey. This was a major cost saving to our members and an opportunity to get more kids active and trying hockey.

The State Government - through Destination NSW - also invested to bring three rounds of the new international FIH Pro-League to Sydney Olympic Park in 2019 and 2020. The chance to bring international competition and our National teams to the State is always very exciting.

Facilities are the back-bone of our sport, and during 2018 we saw the announcement of several new projects including a new two-field complex a The Gables in Box Hill North, a third field and amenities block for Tamworth Hockey Association, a new field at the New England Girls School as well as hockey facility developments in Griffith and Queanbeyan. Upgrades at Nepean and Narellan were also announced and started. 2018 also saw the opening of Marang Hockey Fields in the Sutherland Shire.

Our Indoor and Field State Championships once again ran smoothly in 2018. I would like to express my gratitude to the Host Associations, local Councils and businesses for their cooperation, contribution, and efforts, as well as our Volunteer Officials, who have given up their time to assist in the running of these events. Your commitment is truly appreciated and without it, Hockey NSW would simply not be able to run our calendar of State Championship events.

Hockey NSW State Teams performed strongly at both Field and Indoor National Championships in during the year. NSW took home 12 gold-medals, three silver-medals and three bronze-medals. The highlight during the 2018 Field Nationals was our female pathway teams completing a clean-sweep of the National Championships in Under 13s, 15s, 18s, 21s, and AHL. A special congratulations goes to Katrina Powell who coached both the Arrows and the U18 State team.

It was also fantastic to see our Arrows and Waratahs bring home gold and silver respectively in the final year of the Australian Hockey League as we have known it. One of my personal highlights of the year was seeing NSW talent representing the Waratahs and Arrows at home in Sydney Olympic Park during round-one of the AHL.

The Camden Council Regional Challenge saw 900 players, 90 coaches and 50 umpires along with more than 2,000 family and friends enjoy a wonderful weekend of hockey at the Narellan Hockey Complex. The event also heralded the launch of our Respect for Officials Pledge, with ambassadors Kylie Seymour and Zeke Newman mentoring umpires across the weekend. The Respect for Officials Pledge travelled across Australia and the world with activities and acknowledgement of its value continuing throughout the year.

At the beginning of the year, Hockey NSW announced a three-year sponsorship with Steggles to be our Junior State Championship naming-rights partner. Steggles are a great family company with a strong regional connection and are a wonderful fit for hockey across NSW.

2018 opened with a bang in February with the award-winning Regional Challenge, Presidents Forum, Annual General Meeting and Awards Night all being held across one memorable weekend.

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David ThompsonChief Executive Officer

Communicating to the Hockey NSW family remains a major focus of our strategy and we continued to grow our social media following, distribute monthly eDM's and drive local media opportunities through hockey success stories.

Our pathway continues to develop for not only players, but for coaches and officials too. Zeke Newman’s contribution across NSW in his new role as Umpire and Officials Development Manager during 2018 was outstanding. He introduced a new umpire accreditation program, as well as new levels and conducted many courses throughout the year across the state. It was no surprise that Zeke was announced as a finalist in the Sport NSW Official of the Year category during late 2018.

We continued to strengthen our coaching pathway through the COD program and State team sessions and it has been exciting to see so many new coaches apply and be appointed to roles. Our player pathway programs AAAP, AAP and Centre of Development continue to improve and offer wonderful skill development opportunities across the state.

I would like to acknowledge and congratulate the 16 NSW players who represented Australia this year with the Kookaburras and Hockeyroos. In particular, I would like to acknowledge Greta Hayes and Tim Brand who made their debut for Australia along with Keiran Govers, Matthew Butturini and Casey Sablowski who announced their retirement from international hockey.

Thanks to all our stakeholders for their support in 2018. First and foremost, our Associations, their members and the countless volunteers who put their heart and soul into our sport week in, week out. Thanks also to our partners, Hockey Australia, their CEO Matt Favier and the NSW Institute of Sport. Together, we continue to grow and improve the game and I look forward to another year of achievements ahead of us.

Our sport relies on the assistance provided by the Office of Sport, the NSW Government, Destination NSW and Local Councils. We value their support and contributions to our sport, our events and our facilities across the State as they are integral to our successful operation.

Many thanks to our sponsors Steggles, Select Sport and Just Hockey, Fi-Ta, Kookaburra, Field Turf, Sportscover and McDonalds. Your ongoing contribution to our sport is greatly appreciated.

To the members of our Finance and Risk Committee and Women’s Masters Committee, thank you for making your time available to ensure Hockey NSW is a well administered, well governed organisation. We appreciate your expertise and commitment to our sport.

I would also like to thank our President, Craig Colvin as well as the Directors of Hockey NSW for their support and dedication.

Lastly, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the Hockey NSW staff throughout the State who have demonstrated a commitment through their professionalism and hard work to achieve our organisational goals throughout 2018.

"The chance to bring international hockey to our state is always very exciting."

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2018 proved to be an incredibly exciting year, where Hockey NSW accomplished a number of significant milestones and achievements that had hockey at the forefront of sports in the State of NSW.

The partnership between Hockey NSW and revolutioniseSPORT continues to be exceptionally successful as both organisations undertook a number of innovative projects, many unseen before in the world of sport. Hockey NSW remain committed to a long term partnership with revolutioniseSPORT and is firmly of the belief revolutioniseSPORT will continue to be the benchmark for online sport management into the future.

Hockey NSW also continued to evolve its relationship with key stakeholders such as the NSW Office of Sport, Sport NSW and local government authorities. The improving relationship has seen Hockey provided with a voice on several important conversations often for the first time.

A primary focus of Hockey NSW continues to be reducing the burden on our passionate volunteer workforce. Hockey NSW has invested considerable time and resources to modernise administration and provide tools and resources that ensure the volunteering experience is an enjoyable one.

NSW Government Active Kids Rebate

2018 saw the release of the NSW Governments Active Kids Rebate Program with the allocation of $207 million over four years to help parents with the costs of getting their kids into sport.

The $100 Active Kids rebate proved to be a massive hit in the world of hockey, with nearly 8000 vouchers being used, saving hockey families more than $762,000.

More than half of all the children registered for hockey in NSW used the Active Kids voucher, with a number of clubs and associations having more than 80% of their juniors utilise the voucher. The best results for hockey were seen in the Hunter, North Coast and Central West and Orana.

The Active Kids program was a huge success for hockey across the state in 2018.More than half of all the children registered for hockey in NSW used the Active Kids voucher.

Member Engagement & Operations Report

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revolutioniseSPORT

Hockey NSW partnered with revolutioniseSPORT in 2016, delivering a world-class online sports management system for the NSW hockey community. The take-up rate of the system continues to rise as volunteers access the multitude of features available in order to streamline processes and reduce hours spent administering the sport.

In 2018, there was a total of 154 associations, clubs and competition bodies utilising the system.

As part of the commitment by Hockey NSW to improve the quality and variety of services to our members and member organisations, Hockey NSW undertook a number of exciting and innovative projects across the 2018 season in partnership with revolutioniseSPORT.

Each of the projects below, represented an important shift for the sport, as hockey actively pursued a course that was relatively new for many state sporting organisations.

‘Retention and Churn’ Project

The ‘Retention and Churn’ Project centred on providing greater insights to our clubs and associations in regard to their membership.

As part of the project, each of the 27 Associations affiliated with Hockey NSW was provided a breakdown of new, returning and lost members.

The membership snapshot was designed to provide grassroots administrators with data and insights never before seen so that they can better understand their membership and more importantly look at ways to attract new members, encourage past members back and keep existing members.

Member Survey Project

On the back of the ‘Retention and Churn’ project, Hockey NSW and revolutioniseSPORT embarked on an ambitious plan to survey every new and existing member as well as those members that didn’t return in 2018. The survey was designed to gather valuable insights from participants on what they enjoy most about hockey as well as where they feel there is room for improvement.

The response to the survey was excellent, with more than 3,800 people responding.

Hockey NSW actively engaged research expertise in analysing the responses. In particular, Hockey NSW would like to acknowledge the valuable support of Dr Lindsey Reece (Senior Research Fellow with The University of Sydney) and her team.

Hockey NSW was able to build a state-wide snapshot from the surveys as well as develop individualised survey snapshots for each of the 27 Associations.

Similar to the 'Retention and Churn' snapshot provided to Associations, the survey snapshot was designed to help Association committees better understand their membership and more importantly look at ways to attract new members, encourage past members back and keep existing members.

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2018PARTICIPATION SURVEY

14% 76%LOST

3,775 responded to this survey

7People new to hockey have a family member playing or were introduced through a friend.

outof 10

Players returning came back for THREE MAIN REASONS

1 in 2 said reducing cost or providing a family discount

would get more people playing

FITNESSFUN SOCIAL

When asked if they’d be returningto hockey in 2019

TOP 2Reasons for not playing hockey in 2018

1. PREGNANCY

2. RELOCATED

YES

UNDECIDED

29%

45%

SATISFIED with the recent hockey year



88%RETURN

96%NEW

TOP 2Things to encourage people back to hockey

1. NOTHING

2. REDUCE COST

LOST PLAYERS

NO 26%

NEW PLAYERS

YES - 76% NO- 5%UNDECIDED - 19%WILL YOU RETURN NEXT SEASON?

TOP 4FUN

FITNESS

1

3

LEARN / IMPROVE

SOCIALISE

2

4

Reasons why new players took up hockey

52%

49%

33%

Returning to hockey after a break

Only took a 1-2 year break

Took a break due to change in circumstance

RETURNING PLAYERS

YES- 81% NO- 4%UNDECIDED - 15%WILL YOU RETURN NEXT SEASON?

Years spent playing hockey

1-2 - 12%3-4 - 17%

5 -10 - 24%11+ - 47%

Number of years spent playing hockey before stopping

1-2 - 27%3-4 - 11%

5 -10 - 19%11+ - 43%

0-17YEARS

Were signifgantly more likely to not play hockey due to loss of interest and scheduling

18-25 YEARS

Were signifgantly more likely to not play hockey due to change in circumstance

35+YEARS

Were signifgantly more likely to not play hockey due to medical issues or age

Facilities Strategy Project

In response to the NSW Government's growing need for evidence-based grant applications for facility funding, Hockey NSW commenced a significant project to develop a digitally based facilities strategy.

To do this, Hockey NSW partnered with revolutioniseSPORT in order to build facility utilisation reporting tools based on hockey data already within the revolutioniseSPORT system, such as competition draws and training bookings. Hockey NSW also engaged the services of Simon Haire, in order to draw on his 20 years experience in NSW local government and the sport and recreation industry, particularly in the area of facility planning for sport.

After several months of development, Hockey NSW was able to develop a fully digital facility strategy that collated key facility metrics in a central database and mapped each facility using GPS coordinates. The project also enabled the creation of utilisation report cards for every facility across NSW that had competition and or training data attached.

The result has been received with considerable positivity by a number of government agencies and authorities and places Hockey NSW and each Association and Club in a strong position to present future business cases for facility upgrades or developments.

Above is an example of the data that Hockey NSW was able to gather from the Member Survey Project.

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Strategic Planning

The true value of a strategic plan is found when it is part of a ‘whole of sport’ strategy that enables all levels of a sport to operate with the same purpose and direction for the benefit of the sport as a whole. It enables the National Sporting Organisation (Hockey Australia), the State Sporting Organisation (Hockey NSW), and it’s regional associations and clubs to have a clear, specific and shared understanding of what the sport aspires to achieve and, importantly, how they will collectively achieve it.

For this reason, Hockey NSW continues to assist Associations in the strategic planning process.

In 2018, Hockey NSW assisted two Associations with their strategic plans, helping to coordinate hugely successful workshops for clubs and key stakeholders to build a unified roadmap to navigate the next three to five years.

Working With Children

Following an audit of all NSW hockey clubs and associations in 2017 by the Office of the Children’s Guardian, Hockey NSW continues to promote and educate the hockey community on responsibilities and obligations regarding the Working With Children Check (WWCC). This process is ongoing, particularly following volunteer turn-over to ensure the verification process continues regardless of club personnel.

Craig BeedMember Engagement & Operations Manager

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Social Media

2018 was a huge year for Hockey NSW across our various social media channels. Facebook continued to be the most popular source of news and content from the organisation on social media. This is evident from the strong continued growth and engagement of the page throughout the year. Our overall Facebook growth in 2018 was 11.8% which tracks substantially higher than the overall NSW growth rate of 6%. Our Facebook community also continues to be one of the most engaged and active on the platform, with Hockey NSW ranked sixth out of all NSW State Sporting Organisations (SSO's) for overall enagement throughout the year.

Hockey NSW's Instagram presence grew exponentially in 2018 and is quickly matching Facebook in terms of engagement. A mid-year change of strategy with the account saw large increase of followers and engagement in the final few months of 2018. Instagram is the fastest growing social media platform for the "Gen-Z" demographic and will play an extremely important role in our communications strategy going forward, so we hope to see this sustained growth continue.

While many sports are moving away from Twitter, the Hockey NSW account remained steady and maintains a respectable level of engagement and reach. Our account saw a large spike in followers and engagement during the four-week AHL series in October. This growth can be attributed to 'live-tweeting' of Arrows and Waratahs games provided on the account.

2018 also saw Hockey NSW launch a new Snapchat account aimed at younger members of our sport. The account was launched at the Camden Council Regional Challenge in conjunction with a targeted "geo-filter" that reached over 29,000 people across the weekend.

Overall, the growth and engagement seen across all Hockey NSW social media accounts was very positive and it continues to be a key communication tool for the organisation.

Website / eDM's

Hockey NSW continued to communicate and inform members through our website and multiple newsletters in 2018. Our website was viewed over one million times by more than 250,000 unique visitors during the year. State Championship results and State Team announcements were by far the most popular content accessed by users on the site.

Our range of email newsletters including our major monthly Bulletin has a combined audience of over 35,000 people and is an important method of communicating to our membership base along with our Clubs and Associations.

Media Coverage

Hockey NSW continued to form strong partnerships with local and regionally based media across NSW. Nearly 100 media organisations across the state ran over 1000 stories on Hockey NSW and our associated athletes and events.

Media organisations in the Illawarra, Central West and New England regions provided the best and most consistent coverage throughout the year. This is largely due to the amount of talented junior players and National squad members from these areas.

Hockey NSW gained considerable coverage in major Sydney metro-newspapers with the announcement of the FIH Pro-League games in Sydney, along with our nominations in the Sport NSW Champions of Sports Awards.

Interestingly, the organisations also received international media coverage when our athletes travelled to Papua New Guinea and Argentina for the Youth Olympic Games and during an NSWIS tour of India before the Men's World Cup in November.

Jess MoranMedia and Communications Manager

Media and Communications Report

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MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS

INSIGHTS2018

Facebook Twitter

Instagram Website Media Coverage

11,174Total Page Likes

+1,141New Likes

11.8% Total Growth Through 2018

48,814Reactions, Shares

and Comments

6th Ranked NSW SSO For Overall Engagment

2146Total Followers

+102 New Followers

12,013Average Reach

Per Month

3,135Engagments

1569 Likes 1219 Retweets 256 Quotes 91 Replies

1.05MTotal Website Views

253,362Total Unique Site Users

70.5%View Site on Mobile Devices

700,932Total Unique Sessions

Social Media and Organic Google Search were largest sources of traffic to the website in 2018.

1053Hockey NSW Related Articles

68,249Median Article Reach

4.2MLargest Artcle Reach

Hockey NSW’s reach was global during the year, with related articles coming

from countries such as India, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.

97 Individual media organisations ran Hockey NSW related stories in 2018.

5948Total Followers

+1,162New Followers

24.4% Total Growth Through 2018

88,052Likes, Comments and Views

The event with the most engagment in 2018 was the first home AHL match-day in Sydney during October.

Hockey NSW continues to foster a single athlete pathway so that athletes of all hockey ability levels and ages have a place for development or transition as they grow in age and in hockey performance for Hockey NSW.

Programs

Three main program areas make up the Field pathway:

• Centre of Development for U13s and U15s culminating in the Regional Challenge;

• Regional Academies of Sport and the Athlete Acceleration Program (AAP). Both programs are for our 16 to 18 year old athletes.

• Our elite High-Performance program, the Advanced Athlete Acceleration program (AAAP) leading into the NTC training environment NSWIS for athletes over 18.

In 2017/2018 we had over 900 athletes registered for the COD U13s and U15s program. This program is providing development for athletes during summer in their home region with quality coaches and session plans. An Individual Player Plan is also developed for each athlete to follow in the year ahead. All athletes also received a Sports Card account free at the conclusion of the COD program.

The Regional Challenge was played at Narellan in February at the culmination of the COD program. There were over 94 teams participating in a modified format of the game in an environment of development and participation. There was also lots of activity off the field too, with a fun 2 v 2 challenge along with coaching and umpire development sessions over the weekend.

The following Academies completed hockey programs in the 2017-18 season: Northern Inland Academy of Sport, Hunter Academy of Sport, Western Region Academy of Sport, South West Sydney Academy of Sport, Illawarra Academy of Sport, the Metro Sydney Hockey Academy and returning after a few years without a program was Central Coast Academy of sport. Some of these academies have had athletes successfully transition into the AAP program during the year.

AAP is an elite program catering for 130 of NSW's best Under 18 male and female athletes. In 2018, the program has been an ambassador for Batyr, an organisation supporting youth mental health. We showed our support by wearing polka-dot Batyr socks and having their blue elephant displayed on the uniform. A Batyr workshop was presented to all athletes during the July AAP camp which was well-recieved from feedback recieved after the day. During July, a Batyr day was held during the Under 21 Nationals at Sydney Olympic Park where all NSW wore Batyr socks and were escorted out by the Batyr mascot.

Stride 101 was also introduced to the AAP athletes this year, allowing them to complete a course in running technique. For the second year, Basil Sellers and Hockey NSW also provided six scholarships for AAP athletes to help financially during the development of their hockey careers.

The AAAP commenced for the first time in December 2017 with 30 athletes in the initial year. The program has been well received by the players involved and has provided a suitable training and development opportunity in three locations - Newcastle, Lidcombe and Wollongong.

Pathways Report

"Hockey NSW will continue to develop the single athlete pathway and encourage athlete progression along with participation at all levels and abilities."

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Athlete Identification

After the 2018 National Championships, we have seen five female and six male athletes transition from AAP into the National Futures Squad and have been identified as potential National team members of the future.

We also had six male and seven female athletes named in the National Under 21 squads.

A highlight for 2018 was the Youth Olympic Games campaign where Hockey NSW was represented by six athletes in the Australian teams at the tournament in Argentina.

Hockey NSW will continue to develop the single athlete pathway and encourage athlete progression along with participation at all levels and abilities.

Richard WillisPlayer Pathway Manager

NSW Teams

Our NSW State teams are underpinned by the relevant NSW State Championships for all ages at which athletes represent their local association teams in various divisions.

At the NSW State Championships, Hockey NSW identify the various age group squads from which representative teams are chosen.

The continued success of the Hockey NSW Blues teams in all age categories is a testament to the coaches that have led these teams in 2018 and the successful culture that NSW has developed over the years.

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In 2018, Hockey NSW consolidated and enhanced many of the gains made in 2017. With the Participation Manager role experiencing it's first full year and the ongoing work of the Regional Coaching Coordinator network in partnership with office staff, we are well placed to take advantage of the exciting opportunities in 2019 and beyond to grow the game further.

Regional Coaching Coordinator Network

This network has become very experienced in delivering on the needs of Associations, Clubs and players. They have the capacity to work with schools (K-12), special needs students, Association/Club players and representative teams. Their professionalism, on and off the field is at a standard that the entire hockey community can depend on.

Schools Strategy

In 2018, Hockey NSW conducted 200 Sporting Schools programs, delivered Non-Sporting Schools activities and overall, visited 210 schools and over 19,500 students. As in previous years, Hockey NSW has engaged local coaches to assist with delivering outstanding programs, providing enjoyment for the students and developing coaches at the same time. The Schools Strategy is key to maintaining a profile in amongst the other sports and providing a fun, first experience for children. In 2019 we will be looking to extend the Sporting Schools program in secondary schools, specifically Year’s 7 & 8.

Small Sided Games (SSG) & the Joey Ball

Stick2Hockey is now a nation-wide program that sits above Hookin2Hockey. NSW have had this format available for all competitions since 2013 and is now “the norm” across Associations. Other States and Territories are just getting onboard with the benefits of Small-Sided Games (SSG) in the U7-U11 age groups. In addition, Hockey NSW has led the way in the introduction of the softer, safer Joey Ball. The benefits of this innovative ball are increasing the more it is used. Players, parents and coaches are identifying, not only the safer qualities of the ball, but also the player development potential this ball achieves.

Indoor Development Program (IDP)

2018 was the second year of the IDP and has grown from 2017. The program is positioned in the calendar to give all passionate Indoor Hockey players the opportunity to hone their skills before State Championships, so they can play at their best during the events. The Head Coaches engaged for players and goal keepers are of such a high quality, that the participants and their parents find the two day development opportunity is second to none.

J-Ball

J-Ball is a brand-new social version of hockey. It has been designed in a way that it can be played by anyone, regardless of their age, gender, whether they’ve played hockey before, or their fitness or skill level. Hockey NSW is looking at different ways to deliver this new venture without impacting on our hard-working volunteer base.

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All Abilities and Inclusion Events

Hockey NSW is proud of the fact that we contribute so much in the inclusion space. Not only do the participants get to experience our great sport, but the staff involved are inspired by the participant's ability to overcome adversity and experience as much as they can. Below are just some programs we have been involved with:

• Multi Sports Days – Hockey NSW has continued to support the school systems in participating in the Multi Sports Days for students with disabilities. Some 1,356 students from 132 schools participated in the hockey sessions. The majority of students who attended were identified as having an Intellectual Disability or Autism. Other disabilities were Hearing and Vision Impairments, Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Amputations, Acquired Brain Injuries, Mental Illness and Behaviour Disorders.

• Inclusion J-Ball Day – With the assistance of NSW Office of Sport, Hockey NSW facilitated an Inclusion Day at Sydney Olympic Park. This event had 40 students from 7 schools attend. They were the very first participants to experience J-Ball. The modified stick and ball, field dimensions and rules were well received by the students and the staff. The staff were amazed at how energised the children were, even at the end of the day.

• Blind Cricket – Hockey NSW received a request from the Australian Blind Cricket team to assist them to train prior to a tournament. They specifically were looking at how Goal Keepers “logged”, to assist with their fielding technique and how to “tomahawk” to assist with scoring through the off-side. We sent two coaches who had a great day and came away from the experience, a better coach and communicator.

Macquarie Sports Foundation

Hockey NSW entered into the third year of this terrific relationship with the Macquarie Sports Foundation. In 2018, the beneficiaries of this union were the hockey communities of Griffith and Leeton, a part of the Wagga Wagga Combined Hockey Association. The uptake from these communities was overwhelming. In Griffith, we had 334 students and in Leeton another 305 students attended. 95% of these students were experiencing hockey for the very first time. The partnership with Macquarie Sports Foundation is an excellent vehicle for Hockey NSW to take the sport to the more remote and rural areas of the State, igniting growth in those regions.

Blair ChalmersParticipation Manager

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Annual Report 2018

2018 was an exciting year for officials in New South Wales. As always, a huge thank you goes out to the numerous volunteer officials who gave up their time to service all Hockey NSW events throughout the year. They work tirelessly to ensure these events are of the highest standards and are always striving to develop their skills and knowledge to better the game for all involved.

A major culture shift was taken and adopted across New South Wales with the introduction of the Respect for Officials Pledge. We have seen over 2500 people, including 220 interstate and 20 international, take the pledge to better respect the role our officials play in every aspect of hockey and in turn has seen officials feel more valued.

This year also saw the introduction of some major changes in the organisation and structure of accreditation to better suit the needs of officials from grass-roots to high performance. Hockey NSW introduced a complimentary system for both indoor and outdoor umpiring to allow more recognition for umpires outside the traditional HockeyEd system. This introduction has seen more than 375 umpires be accredited through the 2018 Indoor and Field State Championships seasons. On top of these new accreditation structures, 175 NSW officials have completed new HockeyEd accreditations throughout the 2018 season, an increase of 39% on 2017. This has taken our total of accredited officials to 746 umpires and 120 Technical Officials and Umpire Coaches.

The large amount of accredited officials in NSW has been reflected in the amount of high quality officials who have been appointed to NSW State Championships and Hockey Australia National Championships. We had 426 officials across all Hockey NSW State Championships and 135 appointments to Hockey Australia events in 2018. Congratulations to those who have represented NSW at National and International level.

Hockey NSW would like to thank both McDonalds and Steggles for their support of our volunteer officials. All appointed officials were supplied with professional on and off-field uniforms, increasing the overall image of officials and their level of professionalism and ability.

Throughout 2018, Hockey NSW made a large commitment along with member associations, to increase the development opportunities for officials across NSW. Hockey NSW held courses totalling over 50 face-to-face hours for 750 attendees in 13 locations across NSW. These sessions took a number of focuses, including umpire development, umpire coaching and player rules knowledge. These will continue into the 2019 season with plans already in place to link these development sessions to accreditation and the changing demands of officiating in hockey.

Hockey NSW also plan to introduce more opportunities for Technical Officials and Umpire Coaches throughout 2019 and will be working with a new group of Technical Officials who have been successful in the HNSW Technical Officiating Scholarship to work towards mastering the skills and qualities needed to be an international Technical Official in the future.

While 2018 was a major shift in officiating and development for our outstanding volunteer officials, it was only the beginning of a journey to bring officiating forward in NSW. Hockey NSW endeavours to increase officials at all levels of competition, in all member associations and competitions across the state and ultimately have NSW represented at the highest levels of competition by home-grown officials.

Zeke NewmanUmpire and Officials Development Manager

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Australian National Championships AppointmentsAiden Wicks Caroline Davis Darrell Chambers Janet Cowan Margaret Sanders Robert Sutton Toby Power

Alex Taggart Cassidy Gallagher David Coles Jay Blamey Marilyn Brown Sarah Willis Todd Gilroy

Alison Banks Cheryl Dollin David Gentles Jemaya Staines Mark Pilkington Sean Willis Tom Carter

Amarlie Dent Chloe Johnston David Hollis Jennifer Burns Martin Courtney Simon Thresher Toni Shawyer

Annemijn Flokstra Chloe Potts David Ross Kate Cook Matt Apps Sophie Pagett Tracey Johnston

Benson Williams Chris Donnelly Eamon Smith Kim Monaghan Michael McAlister Stefan Hese Vicki Cowan

Bruce Cook Chris Teare Erin Walker Kristy Robertson Michelle Farnill Tahni Walters Wayne Snell

Brydie Wellham Chrtian Roberts Gilbet Gough-Fuller Kylie Seymour Michelle Giaquinto Tamara Leonard Will Finch

Caitlin Jones Claudia Hartas Harrison Cole Leigh McIntosh Michelle Klaus Taylah Parker Zak Payne

Cameron Tokley Cooper Alderton Helen Rankin-Jarvie Lisa Roach Nathan Chambers Tegan Johnston Zali Dunn

Candice Phillip-Hands Corey Hill Ian Kennedy Makenzi Harvey Rhianon Fernando Tim McKenzie Zeke Newman

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Competitions Report

2018 was another successful year of State Championships for both Field and Indoor hockey in the state. The standard of play was exceptional and I would like to personally thank all of the volunteers that played a massive role in running these Championships successfully.

Field State Championships

2018 saw the Hockey NSW Field State Championships go from strength to strength with record team numbers seen in a number of junior age groups. A total of 364 teams competed in over 10 Field State Championships including Women’s Masters.

Without the help of our hosting associations and the tireless work of their volunteers, these Championships would not be possible. Many thanks to the following Associations and their teams of volunteers who made these Championships the success that they were: Newcastle Hockey Association, Bathurst Hockey Association, Grafton Hockey Association Metropolitan South West Hockey Association (Both Narellan and Moorebank venues), Parkes Hockey Association, Manning Valley Hockey Association and Wagga Wagga Hockey Association.

2018 saw the biggest instalment of the Regional Challenge at Narellan, which was again held in conjunction with the Hockey NSW Awards Night. It was hosted by the Metropolitan South West Hockey Association at the Macarthur Regional Hockey Complex with volunteers and officials staying at the Campbelltown Catholic Club.

Over three huge days, more than 850 athletes in 94 teams showcased their hockey skills and while competing in their respective regions.

The Women’s Masters Half-State Championships were hosted by Hockey Coffs Coast and Metropolitan South West Hockey Association. As always, the players and officials had as much fun off the pitch as they did on it. Thanks to the Women’s Masters Committee for their tireless efforts in the months and weeks leading up to the State Championships.

Indoor State Championships

In 2018, Hockey NSW changed the timing of the Masters Indoor State Championships to condense the State Championship calendar. This also led into the new Masters Challenge introduced by Hockey Australia in 2018. We were welcomed back again by Goulburn Mulwaree Council and the Veolia Arena for the Masters, Opens and Under 18s.

Central Coast Hockey Association again hosted the Under 15s Indoor State Championships at the Niagara Park Stadium, while Orange Hockey Association, Orange City Council and the PCYC Orange joined forces to bring back the Under 13s Indoor State Championships. Specifically, I would like to acknowledge Orange Hockey Association and their volunteers as well as Kate Pulbrook (Regional Coaching Coordinator – Western Region) for bringing this Championship together.

National Championships

The National Indoor Championships were again held in the picturesque town of Goulburn. This included the newly created Masters Challenge in late 2018 and the regular National Championships in January 2019.

In 2018, NSW was lucky enough to host three National Championships throughout the year. This is a great endorsement to both our Metropolitan and Regional Councils and their hockey facilities. The Under 15 NSW teams headed down to the Illawarra Region for their Championships, while the Under 21s were staged at Sydney Olympic Park. In a first, the Men's Masters was held in the Lismore/Ballina region.

Sydney was also honoured to host a round of the AHL in 2018. We saw both the Arrows and the Waratahs take on arch rivals Queensland in the first round of AHL matches during October.

Nathan WalkerCompetition and Officials Manager

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"2018 saw the Hockey NSW Field State Championships go from strength to strength with record team numbers seen in a number of junior age groups."

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Arrows Report

The 2018 AHL initially had the feel of a transition year from the old format, heading into the fully revised edition for next year. Of course, every AHL is important and the Arrows were as determined to win as ever. Having come third for the last three editions, the objective from the outset was to play in the final (and win that).

It was exciting to engage with the new rules and format to try to get a competitive advantage. This early progress was made possible with the AAP providing some talented young men to add to our numbers, quality and intensity of our practice matches. There were definitely some confusing times, getting our heads around everything and also some access issues with some of our National players only arriving in Sydney two days before game one. Holding a training session the day before was the logical idea to get everyone on the same page with style, strategy and set plays. Of course, the heavens opened up quite aggressively and it was not the best preparation to hit Queensland in Round 1!

After claiming the points against Queensland at Sydney Olympic Park in front of a fabulous home crowd, our next two rounds were away. We travelled to Hobart, where we defeated Tasmania and then to Canberra where we were unfortunate to go down to the ACT in a game that was called off before the end.

With a strong initial squad of 27, the 18 that would make up the Arrows for 2018 was difficult to select and even more difficult was picking a team of 14 for each of the first three rounds. Injury did come into play and this is where you rely on having good depth.

Due to our loss against ACT, we were relegated to second place in our pool by goal difference, which for the quarter finals lined us up against Western Australia. We played probably one of our best games and came away with a 6-0 win. The next two matches were tighter, coming up against last year’s winners Victoria in the semi-finals, and then Queensland again in the final. We got up 4-0 against the Victorian’s before we let them back in the match, but we managed to scrape through with a 4-3 win.

The focus for the final was on the team. We had been playing a good brand of hockey (not always successfully, but it was there) and so we would take the field together, with no one player taking any more or any less responsibility than the person next to them. We would win (or we wouldn’t) together. Getting out to 7-3 ahead, we maybe took our foot off the accelerator a little bit and underestimated Queensland’s desire to still try and take the match – in the end, time and the score-line, was in our favour and the Arrows came away with their 10th AHL title.

We had many good performers in the team during the AHL, but I think we also learnt a lot about hockey. The change in rules and format made us question more, discuss more and learn more. Overall it was a fabulous campaign to be part of.

Katrina PowellNSW Arrows Head Coach

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The 2018 AHL for the NSW Waratahs had a strong focus in and around the culture of the team and the individual roles within a team that would ultimately lead to a successful campaign. After many years of huge potential but poor showing and disappointment, our focus was to ensure we embraced the history of those before us and the successful teams, to inspire and understand what it takes to win a tournament such as the AHL.

There were many changes and disruptions early on with formats, rules and squads that proved to be teething problems we had to overcome. From the Men's perspective, when you throw in a World Cup, World Cup Selections and World Cup camps during the AHL, it was always going to take a strong mindset and team culture to succeed and pull it together. For so long, we have had a team full of individuals with individual egos that underperformed.

Apart from the strategic and tactical performance, as coach one of my focuses was to develop and learn about coaching behaviours of specific groups and individuals to ensure we got the best out of everyone and the team – as I feel for the last three campaigns individuals have not stepped up in pressure situations to perform. In 2018, we grew as a team significantly with the belief and trust in 'why, what and how' we would need to perform to win. With the internal expectations and pressure from within this team, it felt like we had succeeded in so many ways but did not come up with the final win and result we had aspired towards.

From the beginning of the campaign through thorough planning, training and analysis we enjoyed the new format and rules as we gained every opportunity to gain this advantage through training, intra-squad games and then the tournament. Although very disjointed in the preparation, we always knew that the first three rounds would be the growth and learning phase we needed to pull the team together for the finals. And we achieved this.

With the late arrival of the national players ahead of Round 1, we had a mountain to quickly climb before the game. Remote coaching, building of expectations and standards and culture was important as we did not get together until the Friday morning ahead of the Queensland game.

Despite going down to Queensland 4-6 in the first round, we created good goal scoring opportunities in an even battle.

Waratahs ReportIt was not quite the performance and character I had expected, but a lot of learning happened out of the loss to Queensland at Sydney Olympic Park in front of a fabulous home crowd and atmosphere. We knew the AHL had arrived and it was going to be a special edition.

Our 3-4 loss against Tasmania in Round 2 was a gutsy performance with 13 players from our squad unavailable. It was a true test of our depth within NSW and I'm proud to say we saw huge growth and belief in our culture as a team.

Our most disappointing performance was our 3-5 defeat against the ACT. Despite a dominant performance with penetration, possession and goal-scoring opportunities, a lack of game management, poor execution and a failure to be clinical cost us the result.

We finished 4th after the round matches with a poor result of 0 wins from 3 matches. However, our staff were content and happy with our development, growth and still had strong belief in our potential to bring it together and win the AHL.

Up on the Gold Coast, our quarter-final and semi-final performances were perhaps the best of the tournament. With fresh legs, we were clinical in front of goal and came away with 10-2 and 10-1 wins respectively.

This set-up a showdown with Queensland in the gold-medal game. For the first time in the tournament, we were not clinical in our attacking circle and found ourselves chasing the game after a poor first half. From then on, the pressure built and our skill execution suffered. We had many chances to equalise and win the match with a dominant and controlled second half, but the Queensland defence stood strong when it counted to deny us a come back.

As a squad, we were challenged throughout the entire tournament. We were stretched to the limit with a new generation of players, and as a team we united strongly with belief and passion to succeed and win the title. However, in the end things just did not roll our way. Overall it was a challenging but successful and enjoyable campaign to be a part of.

Brent LivermoreNSW Waratahs Head Coach

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Women's Masters Report

It is with pleasure that we, the Women’s Masters Committee, submit this report on behalf of all NSW Women’s Masters players and officials.

Selection Trials

The selection trials were held in mid-June in Newcastle with over 200 participants vying for State Selection. The Women’s Masters Committee wishes to acknowledge the time and expertise of it's Selectors, Coaches and Managers.

NSW State Teams were chosen in the Over 35’s, 40’s, 45’s, 50’s, 55’s, 60’s and 65’s divisions with a second 45’s team (Blues ) being requested by Hockey Australia to ensure the 45’s competition went ahead. This team was comprised of NSW shadows, pick up roster players and Queensland shadows with NSW supplying the uniform, coach and manager for same. Yet again NSW supplied numerous players to other states to enable them to compete at the National Championships in Bunbury/Busselton WA.

NSW Half State Championships

The Women’s Masters Half-State Championships were held in Coffs Harbour (North) and Moorebank (South), with the organising committees doing an excellent job that resulted in three, warm, sunny days of high standard hockey, friendship and enjoyment.

Coffs Harbour hosted 63 teams and Moorebank 54, for these Championships which yet again could be counted among the biggest events on Hockey NSW’s calendar.

Congratulations to the recipients of 2018 NSW Waratah Certificates for recognition of Service to Associations and Women’s Masters: Jodi Parnham (Nepean), Anne Jenkins (Warringah),Andrea Hudson (Inverell), Lyn Eddy (Inverell) and Jenny Evans (Northern Sydney Beaches) and Sue Abba (Illawarra-South Coast), Michelle Collier (MVHA), Debbie Baldwin (Coffs Harbour), Beryl Bracken (Coffs Harbour), Kerry Bryant (Coffs Harbour), Maureen Ryan (Coffs Harbour)

2019 will see a Full State Championship held in Bathurst and 2020 will see Wagga Wagga (South) and Taree (North) hosting the Half-State Championships.

National Championships

The NSW contingent of eight teams and off field personnel travelled to Bunbury and Busselton to contest the 2018 Australian Masters Women’s Championships. It was a very successful championships for NSW with the final results as follows: Over 35's - 4th, Over 40's - Bronze, Over 45's - Gold, Over 45 Blues - 4th and Play the Whistle Award, Over 50's - Bronze, Over 55's - 4th, Over 60's - Gold, Over 65's - Gold and Play the Whistle Award.

Congratulations to the following players who received awards at the conclusion of the gold medal matches: Over 45s Player of the Final - Sharon Williams, Over 45s Leading Goal Scorer - Denise Gersbach, Over 65s Player of the Final - Jenny Grey, Over 65s Leading Goal Scorer - Janis Hutton and Joan Hart

At the closing ceremony, NSW was named champion state with Jane Rowlands and Karen Kennedy accepting the Meg Wilson trophy on behalf of the contingent.

Awards

At the NSW Contingent Dinner at the Nationals, Waratah Certificates were awarded for service to State Teams to the following individuals: 25 Years - Jane McNeill, Kirsty McIntosh, 15 Years - Tracy Bradford, Carolyn Beresford, Deb Orrock and Tim Kelly.

The Dale Hodges Award was awarded to Jennifer Gibbons and the Diane Cubbin Award for OFPs (for outstanding service) was given to Beverly Wilson.

Helen Taylor and Gretchen Gamble Retire From NSWWMC

On behalf of the NSW Master’s Committee and all Women’s Masters members I wish to extend our sincere thanks and gratitude to both Helen and Gretchen for their tireless work for the committee and the Women’s Masters across NSW. Without Helen and Gretchen the committee would have been stretched to organise the 2018 State Championships and Nationals due to committee members representing Australia overseas.

Jane Rowlands, Helen Rankin-Jarvie, Kate Ryan, Denise Gersbach and Sharon Williams

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Men's Masters Report

2018 was another very successful year for NSW Men’s Masters Hockey. The aims of encouraging and achieving both participation and high standard hockey for Men’s Masters were met.

Championships were held for Over 35’s, Combined Over 40’s/45’s, Over 50’s, Over 55’s and Over 65’s. These were held in Wollongong, Newcastle, Parkes, Tamworth and Wollongong respectively. The Over 35’s and 65’s were held on the same weekend. I would like to thank the respective Associations for hosting these events. They were all a great success. These events take a lot of organisation with volunteers both locally and also within Masters.

Teams for the National Championships were selected from these tournaments. There were 16 teams from Over 35’s through to Over 75’s. There are a lot of players to select, manage and keep fit to play. The behind-the-scenes people include the selectors, managers, medical staff, umpires, umpires coordinator, the Men’s Masters Coordinator and the committee.

The National Championships were held in Lismore and Ballina and hosted by the Far North Coast Hockey Association. The Association hosted this with relatively short notice but despite this, it was a very successful tournament. I thank the FNC Association for all their effort. Players from around Australia have given positive feedback for the organisation, facilities and the holiday venue.

NSW had a successful tournament winning five gold medals, six silver medals and one bronze medal. Congratulations to all players selected to play for Australia at the upcoming Trans-Tasman series against New Zealand on the Gold Coast. This tournament is for teams in Over 35’s to Over 65’s age groups while the Over 70’s and 75’s will play alternative tournaments. In total, there were 35 players selected and 24 shadows. We also had three managers, one coach and one medical staff selected.

I would like to thank the hard-working Men's Masters committee, who have given up a lot of time and weekends to ensure Men's Masters hockey is a success.

Looking forward we have a very full year ahead. We are looking at how we will manage the increasing number of players over 60. Currently there are not enough players to warrant a stand alone over 60’s tournament, but that may change in the future.

The NSW Men's Masters committee are committed to ensuring high participation rates and will continue to push this. A second division at the National Championships will remain and NSW will always strive to have two or three teams in each age group when there are enough players.

Indoor Masters hockey is beginning to be embraced by Hockey Australia and the committee will need to investigate how this can be promoted and organised. We will be looking for interested players who wish to assist the committee with this.

In summary, 2018 was a good year for Men's Master hockey in NSW and I encourage all players to be involved again in 2019. Please encourage as many of your fellow Men's Masters players as possible to get involved, as the future of the sport is reliant on players.

Andrew TerreyMen's Masters Chairman

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Women's Masters National Selections

Men's Masters National Selections

Over 35's - Renee Dunstan, Karena Gilroy, Jacinta Wells, Julia Wilson

Over 40's - Jill Hay (Team Leader), Kristie Greville, Georgina Gunner, Amanda Meech, Sarah Dredge (Assistant Coach), Marlene Turvey (Manager)

Over 45's - Sharon Williams (Team Leader), Denise Gersbach, Tracey Makings, Melissa Mendham, Tania Parker, Janelle Pitman, Trina Tromp, Alison Wilson, Scott New (Coach), Carolyn Davies (Manager)

Over 50's - Carolyn Beresford, Michelle Bisson, Tracy Bradford, Christine Cannon, Michelle Kennedy, Josephine Springthorpe, Lindl Taylor (Coach)

Over 55's - Kerrie Nealon (Team Leader), Cyndy Slade (Team Leader), Joanne Crosland, Gabrielle Whelan, Annette Vervott (Coach), Jackie Porter-Kay (Assistant Coach), Sam Vennard (Manager)

Over 60's - Kirsty McIntosh, Barbara Muldoon, Susan Thomas

Over 65's - Sue Briggs (Team Leader), Robin Gorton, Jennifer Grey, Janis Hutton, Maureen Massey, Kate Ryan, Kerrie Wood, Gretchen Gamble (Manager)

Over 35's - Lee Cormack (Vice-Captain), Andrew Borg, Stuart Fletcher, Tristan Hunt

Over 40's - Simon Vimpani (Vice-Captain), Adam Bannister, Brett Cranford, Marc Hawker, Craig Williams (Coach)

Over 45's - David Brown (Vice-Captain), Simon Brown, Andrew Newton, Glen Stolk, Brett Picknell (Manager)

Over 50's - Chris Clark, Mark Ellis

Over 55's - Amat Amauri, Andre Cabal, David Collier, Michael Collins, Michael Russ, Sue Hollier (Manager)

Over 60's - David Campbell (Vice Captain), Clive Harrison, Warren Jenkins, Robert Redding, Don Trewin, Carolyn Campbell (Manager)

Over 65's - Russel Clucas, Dennis Cranston, Noel French, John McDonald, Andrew Terrey

Over 70's - Gerry Knights, Doug Truman

Over 75's - Tony Cohan, Terry Daly, Colin Whittaker

**All selections correct at time of printing

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Hockey NSW Awards NightThe 2017 Hockey NSW Awards Night was held at the Campbelltown Catholic Club during the Camden Council Regional Challenge in March. The night was hosted by NSW's top officials Zeke Newman and Kylie Seymour and was a fantastic way to celebrate a terrific year of hockey.

For the very first time, Hockey NSW introduced four new Community Awards that recognised the best and brightest from the hockey grassroots community. The finalists of these awards were nominated by fellow members of the public for their achievements.

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AWARD WINNER

Championship Junior Boys Association Newcastle Hockey Association

Championship Junior Girls Association Illawarra South Coast Hockey Association

Community Volunteer of the Year Nathan Flack

Community Coach of the Year Glenn Bisson

Community Administrator of the Year David Mackay

Community Event of the Year Parkes Hockey Association

Junior Male Umpire of the Year Tom Carter

Junior Female Umpire of the Year Chloe Johnston

Senior Male Umpire of the Year Zeke Newman

Senior Female Umpire of the Year Kylie Seymour

Official of the Year Angela Brown

Volunteer of the Year Melinda & Guy Mannering

Men’s Masters Lifetime Contribution Award Trevor Brown

Men's Masters Representative Player of the Year Stuart Fletcher

Men's Masters Fred Sewell Umpire Award Scott O'Brien

Female Masters of the Year Helen Rankin-Jarvie

Junior Male Indoor Player of the Year Ehern Hazel & James Doherty

Junior Female Indoor Player of the Year Liana Smith

Senior Male Indoor Player of the Year Flynn Ogilvie

Senior Female Indoor Player of the Year Jemma Laverty

Coach of the Year Brent Livermore

Junior Male Field Player of the Year Nathan Czinner

Junior Female Field Player of the Year Grace Young

Senior Male Field Player of the Year Matt Dawson

Senior Female Field Player of the Year Emily Smith

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For the second year in-a-row, six talented young athletes were justly rewarded for their efforts on and off the field thanks to the Basil Sellers Scholarships.

The athletes, already recognised for their prowess on field via their induction to the Athlete Acceleration Program, were given the opportunity to pursue their interest in hockey and academia simultaneously, sowing seeds for the future of hockey in our State and for their lives after it.

Hockey NSW would like to offer our sincere thanks to Mr. Basil Sellers for his granting of these scholarships. We would like to introduce you to the six exceptional individuals who were granted Basil Sellers Scholarships in 2018.

01 Lain CarrLain is a hockey star on the rise and has been representing NSW for many years with distinction. Lain was identified as a future National player at last year’s Under 18 Championships.

This year he was an integral part of the Under 18 NSW State team who represented us proudly at the Nationals in Launceston. Lain is currently undertaking an apprenticeship and he works hard on improving his game both on the Central Coast and in the AAAP training environment.

02 Annika TooheyAnnika is an outstanding role model both on and off the pitch and her commitment to improvement is the major factor behind her selection success.

Residing in Port Macquarie, Annika has been a significant influence on the growth of hockey in this region, always giving of her time to help other athletes reach their dream. Annika is a fast and powerful striker with great determination in her pressing role.

Charlie Dorman03Charlie is a well-grounded young man, who has transitioned into university this year. As a creative midfielder Charlie provides that flare integral for NSW team success.

As a member of AAP over the last three years, Charlie has been involved in both Batyr and the Don't Mess With Drugs programs.

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04 Claudia JohnstonClaudia is a versatile athlete who has narrowed her focus to hockey over the past two years. This has allowed for her selection into multiple NSW teams. She is an elusive attacking player with an excellent shot on goal.

She is also a leader at training and both on and off the pitch with citizenship and athlete culture. Claudia has played for the NSW Under 18 team for the last two years and was a part of the gold medal team at Nationals in Launceston this year.

05 Sam WrightHailing from the New England town of Armidale, Sam is a late developer in hockey, showing the Hockey NSW pathway is a success. Sam was identified through Northern Inland Academy of Sport and then transitioned into AAP. Sam is now a member of the NSW Under 18’s team, which is his first appearance in a State team.

Sam is an outstanding athlete topping the scores in AAP physical testing, which allows for a high work rate on the pitch. Off the pitch, Sam is a leader of his school TAS and is involved in many extra-curricular activities.

06 Maddi SmithA rising star of hockey after being identified at a young age, Maddi possesses a strong hitting technique and is a competitor on the pitch. Maddi was elevated to the Hockey NSW Arrows last year and was the youngest team member in the AHL campaign in Perth.

As a defender Maddi has great ability to read the play and be an on-field leader. Residing in Wollongong Maddi has travelled to Sydney regularly for training a part of the NSWIS program.

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2018 ResultsFIELD STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS

UNDER 13 GIRLSDivision 1 Illawarra South Coast 1

Division 2 Bathurst & Newcastle 1

Division 3 Parkes

Division 4 Wagga Wagga

INDOOR STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS

UNDER 13 BOYSDivision 1 Newcastle 1 & Parkes 1

Division 2 Manning Valley

Division 3 Northern Sydney and Beaches

Division 4 Nepean & Lithgow

UNDER 15 GIRLSDivision 1 Illawarra South Coast 1

Division 2 Sydney South 1

Division 3 North West Sydney 2

UNDER 15 BOYSDivision 1 Illawarra South Coast 1

Division 2 Parkes 1

Division 3 Goulburn

UNDER 18 WOMENDivision 1 Metropolitan South West 1

Division 2 Northern Sydney and Beaches 1

Division 3 Parkes

UNDER 18 MENDivision 1 Newcastle 1

Division 2 Sydney South

Division 3 Port Macquarie Hastings

OPEN WOMENDivision 1 Metropolitan South West 1

Division 2 Tamworth 1

Division 3 Grafton

OPEN MENDivision 1 North West Sydney 1

Division 2 Nepean 1


UNDER 13 GIRLS

Division 1 Goulburn 1


Division 3 Bathurst 1 & Illawarra South Coast 2

Division 4 Coffs Coast

UNDER 13 BOYS

Division 1 Newcastle

Division 2 Sydney East & Port Macquarie Hastings

Division 3 Goulburn

UNDER 15 GIRLS

Division 1 Illawarra South Coast 1


Division 3 Bathurst

UNDER 15 BOYS



Division 3 Bathurst

UNDER 18 WOMEN



UNDER 18 MEN

Division 1 Hockey New England

Division 2 Parkes

OPEN WOMEN


Division 2 Orange

OPEN MEN

Division 1 Central Coast

Division 2 Tamworth

MEN'S MASTERS

Division 1 Nepean

Division 2 Hockey New England 2

WOMEN'S MASTERS

Division 1 Nepean 1


Division 3 Metropolitan South West 3

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WOMEN MENUnder 13s Stars 4th 2nd

Under 13s Lions 1st 3rd

Under 15s State 1st 3rd

Under 15s Blues 7th 7th

Under 18s State 1st 5th

Under 18s Blues 7th 7th

Under 21s State 1st 6th

Country 2nd 1st

Australian Hockey League 1st 2nd

FIELD NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS

INDOOR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTSWOMEN MEN

Under 13s Stars 3rd 1st

Under 13s Lions 1st 2nd

Under 15s 2nd 2nd

Under 18s 1st 1st

Under 21s 1st 1st

Opens 2nd 1st

AGE RESULT

Over 35s 4th

Over 40s 3rd

Over 45s 1st

Over 45s Waratahs 4th

Over 50s 3rd

Over 55s 4th

Over 60s 1st

Over 65s 1st

WOMEN’S MASTERS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS

MEN’S MASTERS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS

AGE RESULTOver 35s 2nd

Over 40s Team 1 2nd

Over 40s Team 2 2nd

Over 40s Team 3 3rd

Over 45s Team 1 2nd

Over 45s Team 2 1st

Over 50s Team 1 4th

Over 50s Team 2 2nd

AGE RESULT

Over 55s Team 1 4th

Over 55s Team 2 6th

Over 55s Team 3 7th

Over 60s Team 1 1st

Over 60s Team 2 1st

Over 65s 1st

Over 70s 7th

Over 75s 1st

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Australian Representatives

Kookaburras Hockeyroos

Tim BrandTom Craig

Matt DawsonBlake Govers

Kieran Govers Flynn Ogilvie

Lachlan Sharp Tristan White

Jocelyn BartramGreta Hayes

Georgina Morgan Kaitlin Nobbs

Mikaela PattersonEmily Chalker (nee Smith)

Grace Stewart Mariah Williams

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Hall of FameFIRST NAME SURNAME YEAR OF INDUCTION

Alyson Annan OAM 2007

Paul Dearing 2007

Dianne Gorman OAM 2007

Robyn Leggatt OAM 2007

Ena McRae 2007

Pat Nilan OAM 2007

Ron Riley OAM 2007

Les Stephenson 2007

Liane Tooth 2007

Ken Wark Jnr 2007

Tory Wicks 2007

Michael York 2007

Robyn Bannerman OAM 2008

Warren Birmingham 2008

Elaine Carr 2008

Keith Leeson 2008

Colleen Quinn OAM 2008

Des Spackman 2008

Joy Payne 2009

Olga Corrigan 2009

Stephen Davies 2009

John McCormack 2009

Jack Hurrell 2011

Nancy Fennell 2011

Muriel ‘Pixie’ Picton 2011

Robert ‘Bob’ Proctor 2011

Loretta Dorman 2012

David Gentles 2012

Brent Livermore OAM 2012

Lisa Roach 2015

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Life MembersMillicent Allen*A. Clifton*Phyllis Clubbe*E.G. Foskett *George Moir*Katherine Ogilvie MBE*Harold A. Riley*Walter Rothwell*Winifred M. West CBE*Ormond P. Wood*A. Palgrave Young*William Wilcox*

1936E. Collingridge*

1941Margaret L. Davy CBE*

1946A.M. Craig*Harold J. Flockhart*D. Ross*S. Austin Seaman*

1948Ernest Abel*E.S. Grant*Janet Holt*

1949Nancy Wicks MBE*

1962D. Carlton*Marjory Cowley*Yvonne Edwards*Ruby Ford*Marjory Johnson*Herbert S. Wharton*

1963G.M. Anderson*Lena Hodges*Olive Watkins*Norman R. Richardson*

1964James Brophy*Reginald Hansen*Stanley Cambridge*

1966Molly Dive OAM*N. Maxwell Hill OAMAmy Smith*

1969Herbert A. Fibbins OAM*E.J. Gordon*Carlie Johnston*Ena Martell*

1978Mervyn M. GoodridgeJack R. Hannaford*W. Garnett McCallum*

1979Stephan A. Lutton*Betty Timms*Joan Stilgoe

1980John P. McCormackHarry M. Stephens*Ronald W. Riley OAM

1981Eric H. Ralphs RFD, ED *Jean W. Webster OAM*

1982Paul BrinleyEdward Tozer

1983Godfrey Phillips

1984Bruce Barnier*Ian. D Southwell OAM*

1950Dorothy Friend*

1951Erica Fielding*Dr. Marie Hamilton*Tory Wicks*

1952R. Byrnes*

1955Dr. D.S. Frazer*

1956C. Dyball*Eva Redfern*

1959H. Edwards*

1960Anita Hockter*Neville Hurrell*M. Humbley*

1961P.R. Thompson*J.J. Worley*

1970Leila Donaldson*T. Patrick Jones*Bessie Rosen

1971Jean Sutton*Bruce R. Watt*

1972Albert Dilano*Charles E. HadfieldJames Hulme*

1973Stanley E.G. Imer*Stanley McPhee

1974Paul Dearing*C. White*

1975Gwen AtwellE. Kevin Geoghan*T.P. Jones*Patrick J. Nilan OAMJ. Frazer Wilson*

1976Gloria Mortimer*Betty Robins*

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1986 Ken Crispo Jeanette McD. Slade OAM 1987Rodney C. Hadfield Elaine McVicker Julene Mangelsdorf Leslie B. Stephenson Pamela M. Tye OAM

1988John Alcorn*

1989Martin D. (Mick) AndersonMervyn Breakspear*Phillip DowneyMichael Tooth

1991Robert AberneathyIan CookeGraeme May

1992Robert Aitken AMRobert J. CarrJohn JennisonLarry McIntosh

1998Neil Gambrill*Rae MorrisJacqueline PotterColleen N. Quinn (OAM)

2000Ollie Rinkin

2001Stanley B CleaverMavis Randle

2002Kevin Flack

2003Anthony Morley

2004Robyn A. Bannerman OAMJames BissakerRobert ProctorCarol PurdyBeverley Wilson

2010Patrick McCabePeter Krepp

1993Margaret PearsonPatrick G. Ryan OBEKenneth C. Wark Jnr.

1994Warren BirminghamSandra FentonAnn Paul*Kevin E. Spedding*Liane M. Tooth OAM

1995Colin FreemanJudy LucasAdele McDonaldJames B. O’Hearn

1996Dianne R. Gorman OAMIan HeffernanWilliam Hughes*Geoffrey TattamGraeme Tooth

1997Donald BoydRodney GiffenKenneth E. Wark (Snr)*

2011Helen Taylor

2013Barry Dowd

*indicates deceased

FINANCIAL REPORTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31st December 2018

39 - DIRECTOR'S REPORT 42 -FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 54 -INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT 57 - INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S DECLARATION

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HOCKEY NEW SOUTH WALES LIMITEDA.B.N. 12 104 263 381

Directors and Company Secretary

Director Name Appointed Resigned RoleCraig Colvin 26/11/2016 DirectorMichael Tentomas 1/05/2015 Vice PresidentBianca Broadhurst 22/11/2014 DirectorBeth Shea 26/11/2016 DirectorChris Sheppeard 22/11/2014 DirectorColin Richardson 18/03/2016 22/11/2018 Director - IndependentKaren Kennedy 28/11/2015 10/03/2018 DirectorLyn Whitlam 23/03/2018 26/08/2018 DirectorTolly Saivanidis 15/09/2012 17/08/2018 Director - IndependentTony O'Leary 18/03/2016 Director - IndependentPeter Friend 17/10/2018 Director - Independent

David Thompson 15/07/2016 Chief Executive Officer

Principal Activities

Operating Result & Review of Operations

Strategy & Objectives

1. Recruit and retain players in hockey.2. Deliver player development programs that optimise individual potential.3. Amplify visibility and profile of hockey in NSW.4. Align quality and quantity of facilities to support growth.5. Maximise existing and identify new revenue streams.

Equity

Dividends

Directors' Benefits

Indemnification and Insurance of Officers and Auditor

6. Increase quality and quantity of coaches and officials.

The entity is incorporated under the Corporations Act 2001 and is an entity limited by guarantee. If the Company is wound up, the Constitution states that eachmember is required to contribute a maximum of $1 each towards meeting any outstandings and obligations of the Company. At 31st December 2018 the collectiveliability of members was $27,245 at $1 per member.

The Company is a Company limited by guarantee having no share capital and as such, is precluded from the payment of dividends.

Directors donate their time to the organisation and do not receive any Directors fees. Since the previous financial report, Directors have not received or becomeentitled to receive any direct benefit by reason of a contract made by the Company.

The Directors of the Company and such other officers as the Directors determine, are entitled to receive the benefits of an indemnity contained in the Constitutionagainst liabilities incurred by them in their respective capacities in successfully defending proceedings against them. During or since the end of the financial period,the Company has paid premiums under contracts insuring the Directors and officers of the Company. No indemnities have been given or insurance paid, during orsince the end of the financial period, for any person who is or has been an auditor of Company.

Hockey NSW's Strategy is:

The Company Secretary in office at the date of this report is :

DIRECTORS' REPORT

Your Directors present the financial report for the twelve months ending 31st December 2018. These accounts include the previous reported financial results from the quarter ending 31st December 2017 and the year ending 30th September 2017.

The name of each person who has been a Director during the period and who is in office at the date of this report are set out hereunder:

The principal activities of the Company during the course of the financial period were to promote, manage, control and supervise all activities within the state of NewSouth Wales relating to the licensing, marketing, sponsorship, coaching, technical development programs and the promotion and development of hockey. Therehave been no significant changes in the nature of these activities during the financial period.

The Surplus/(Deficit) of the Company for the year ending 31st December 2018 was a surplus of $85,519. The deficit for the previous reported period (three monthsending 31st December 2017) was a deficit of ($415,832). The Company has no external borrowings as at 31st December 2018. The Company, which is a tax-exemptentity, has net assets of $1,231,294.

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Proceedings on behalf of the Company

Significant Changes in State of Affairs

After Balance Date Events

Future Developments

Auditors' Independence Declaration

Directors' Meetings

# Held # AttendedCraig Colvin 8 7Michael Tentomas 8 8Bianca Broadhurst 8 8Beth Shea 8 7Chris Sheppeard 8 8Colin Richardson 8 6Karen Kennedy 1 1Tolly Saivanidis 4 3Tony O'Leary 8 7Lyn Whitlam 4 4Peter Friend 1 1David Thompson (Company Secretary) 8 8

______________________________CRAIG COLVINPRESIDENT

Dated 28-February-2019

There are no matters or circumstances which have arisen since the end of the period which significantly affected or may significantly affect the Company'soperations, the results of those operations or the state of affairs of the Company in future financial years.

The Company expects to maintain the present status and level of operations and hence there are no likely developments in the Company's operations. The financialyear end is 31st December.

The Directors believe the Company has complied with all significant environmental regulations under a law of the Commonwealth or of a State or Territory.

No person has applied for leave of any Court to bring proceedings on behalf of the Company or intervene in any proceedings to which the Company is a party for thepurpose of taking responsibility on behalf of the Company for all or any part of those proceedings. All previous proceedings have been resolved.

In the opinion of the Directors, there were no significant changes in the state of affairs of the Company that occurred during the financial period.

DIRECTORS' REPORT

Environmental Issues

Director Name

Directors' Meetings

A copy of the Auditors' Independence Declaration is included in this annual report.

The number of Directors' meetings and the number of meetings attended by each of the Directors & secretary during the period was:

Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors.

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The Directors of the Company declare that:

1

2

This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors.

______________________________CRAIG COLVINPRESIDENT

Dated 28-February-2019

In the Director's opinion, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due andpayable.

(a) comply with Australian Accounting Standards (including the Australian Accounting Interpretations) ; and

(b) give a true and fair view of the financial position as at 31st December 2018 and of the performance of the Company for the year ended on that date.

DIRECTORS' DECLARATION

The attached financial statements and notes are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001:

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Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive IncomeFor the year ended 31st December 2018

Note

Revenue and Other Income 2 5,133,511 664,104 4,892,577

State Teams (1,219,236) (40,815) (1,322,746)

Employment Expenses (1,708,816) (462,414) (1,651,216)

Insurances (222,899) (55,027) (241,819)

State Championships (354,062) (84,294) (301,018)

State Levy (453,985) (65,816) (259,581)

Development (457,873) (247,131) (458,142)

Events & Awards Night (69,417) - (44,854)

Directors Expenses (14,433) (2,967) (21,898)

Computer & Software Expenses (28,922) (16,110) (19,801)

Legal and Consulting (74,956) (3,440) (25,664)

Telecommunications & Website (52,602) (4,352) (54,163)

Leave Provisions 10 (14,000) (4,000) (16,500)

Hire of Equipment (25,462) (5,883) (24,522)

Audit and Accounting (12,600) (5,250) (14,350)

Rent (90,587) (21,656) (89,369)

Marketing & Merchandise (37,325) (12,682) (19,959)

Bad Debts - - -

Depreciation 9 (38,597) (5,244) (26,957)

Profit/(Loss) on Disposal of Assets - - -

Other Operating and Administrative Expenses (172,220) (42,855) (185,819)Surplus/(Deficit)for the period 85,519 (415,832) 114,199

Other Comprehensive IncomeTotal Comprehensive Surplus/(Loss) for the period 85,519 (415,832) 114,199

Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$

Audited - Refer to Auditor's ReportThe accompanying notes form part of these financial statements


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Note


State Teams (1,219,236) (40,815) (1,322,746)


Insurances (222,899) (55,027) (241,819)


State Levy (453,985) (65,816) (259,581)

Development (457,873) (247,131) (458,142)









Rent (90,587) (21,656) (89,369)


Bad Debts - - -

Depreciation 9 (38,597) (5,244) (26,957)




Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$


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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITIONFor the year ended 31st December 2018

Note

ASSETSCURRENT ASSETSCash and cash equivalents 5 2,103,271 2,720,179 3,349,223

Trade and other receivables 6 112,158 81,476 317,156

Inventories 7 - - 0

Other current assets 8 150,524 78,054 198,619

TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 2,365,953 2,879,709 3,864,998

NON-CURRENT ASSETSProperty, plant and equipment 9 160,810 67,348 60,558

TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 160,810 67,348 60,558

TOTAL ASSETS 2,526,763 2,947,057 3,925,556

LIABILITIESCURRENT LIABILITIESTrade and other payables 10 1,295,469 1,801,282 2,363,949

TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 1,295,469 1,801,282 2,363,949 TOTAL LIABILITES 1,295,469 1,801,282 2,363,949 NET ASSETS 1,231,294 1,145,775 1,561,607

EQUITYRetained Earnings 1,231,294 1,145,775 1,561,607

TOTAL EQUITY 1,231,294 1,145,775 1,561,607

Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$



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Note


State Teams (1,219,236) (40,815) (1,322,746)


Insurances (222,899) (55,027) (241,819)


State Levy (453,985) (65,816) (259,581)

Development (457,873) (247,131) (458,142)









Rent (90,587) (21,656) (89,369)


Bad Debts - - -

Depreciation 9 (38,597) (5,244) (26,957)




Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$


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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITYFor the year ended 31st December 2018

AccumulatedSurplus ($)

Balance at 30th September 2017 1,561,607

Surplus/(Deficit) for the three month period (415,832)Balance at 31 December 2017 1,145,775

Surplus/(Deficit) for the year 85,519

Balance at 31st December 2018 1,231,294

STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS For the year ended 31st December 2018

Note

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIESReceipts from players, members and customers 5,075,199 670,744 4,684,143

Payments to suppliers and employees (5,011,438) (1,300,433) (4,716,750)

Facilities Funding Grant Received - - -

Facilities Funding Grant Paid (599,375) - -

Interest Received 50,765 12,679 59,797

Net cash generated/(used) in operating activities 11 (484,849) (617,010) 27,190

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIESPurchases of Property, plant & equipment 9 (132,059) (12,034) (9,156)

Proceeds fron sale of Property, plant & equipment - -Net cash used in investing activities (132,059) (12,034) (9,156)

Net increase/(decrease) in cash held (1,227,918) (629,044) 18,034

Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period 5 3,331,189 3,349,223 3,331,189

Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 5 2,103,271 2,720,179 3,349,223

Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$



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Note


State Teams (1,219,236) (40,815) (1,322,746)


Insurances (222,899) (55,027) (241,819)


State Levy (453,985) (65,816) (259,581)

Development (457,873) (247,131) (458,142)









Rent (90,587) (21,656) (89,369)


Bad Debts - - -

Depreciation 9 (38,597) (5,244) (26,957)




Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$


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Basis of Preparation

Accounting Policies(a) PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

The depreciation rates used for each class of assets are:-

Class of Property, Plant & Equipment Depreciation Rate Per AnnumLeasehold Improvements 17%Computer & Other Equipment 10% - 50%Office Fixtures & Fittings 8% - 40%Motor Vehicles 25%

(c) REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE

(d) INCOME TAX

(e) ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

(f) COMPARATIVE AMOUNTS

(g) GOODS & SERVICES TAX

Trade and other payables represent the liability outstanding at the end of the reporting period for goods and services received by the Company during thereporting period which remain unpaid. The balance is recognised as a current liability with the amounts normally paid within 30 days of recognition of theliability.

Trade receivables and other receivables are recorded at amounts due less any allowance for doubtful debts.

NOTES TO AND FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSFor the year ended 31st December 2018

No provision has been made in respect of income tax as the Company is deemed to be exempt from income tax under Division 50 of the Income TaxAssessment Act 1997.

Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the AustralianTaxation 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 expense. Receivables andpayables in the statement of financial position are shown inclusive of GST. Cash flows are presented in the statement of cash flows on a gross basis, except for the GST component of investing and financing activities, which are disclosedas operating cash flows.

NOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Australian Accounting Standards set out accounting policies that the AASB has concluded would result in a financial report containing relevant and reliableinformation about transactions, events and conditions to which they apply. Material accounting policies adopted in the preparation of this financial report arepresented below. They have been consistently applied unless otherwise stated.

The financial statements are general purpose financial statements that have been prepared in accordance with applicable Australian Accounting Standards,Australian Accounting Interpretations and the Corporations Act 2001.

Maintenance, repair costs and minor renewals are charged against income in the period in which they are incurred.

Property, plant and equipment is measured on a cost basis. The carrying amount of property, plant and equipment is reviewed by the Directors annually, toensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount from those assets. The recoverable amount is assessed on the basis of the expected net cash flows whichwill be received from the assets' employment and subsequent disposal. The expected net cash flows have not been discounted to present values indetermining recoverable amounts. The Australian Accounting Standards do not require not for profit entities such as the Company to revalue their non-currentassets to current market value, therefore these assets are recognised at their cost less any adjustments for amortisation and/or depreciation.

(b) DEPRECIATION

The financial statements are for Hockey New South Wales Limited as an individual entity, incorporated and domiciled in Australia. Hockey New South WalesLimited is a Company limited by guarantee.

Each class of property, plant and equipment is carried at cost or fair values as indicated, less, where applicable, accumulated depreciation and impairmentlosses.

The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at the end of each reporting period. Asset classes carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset’s carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverableamount.Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with the carrying amount. These gains or losses are included in the statement ofcomprehensive income. When revalued assets are sold, amounts included in the revaluation reserve relating to that asset are transferred to retained earnings.

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

Where required by Accounting Standards comparative figures have been adjusted to conform with changes in presentation for the reported period.

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Accounting Policies

(i) FINANCIAL ASSETSInitial recognition and measurement

Classification and subsequent measurement

Amortised cost is calculated as:

(i) Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss

(ii) Loans and receivables

(iii) Available-for-sale financial assets

(iv) Financial liabilities

Fair Value

Impairment

(v) Financial liabilitiesDerecognising

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when the entity becomes a party to the contractual provisions to the instrument. For financial assets, thisis equivalent to the date that the Company commits itself to either purchase or sell the asset (i.e. trade date accounting is adopted). Financial instruments areinitially measured at fair value plus transactions costs except where the instrument is classified ‘at fair value through profit or loss’ in which case transactioncosts are expensed to profit or loss immediately.

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


Financial assets are derecognised where the contractual rights to receipt of cash flows expires or the asset is transferred to another party whereby the entity nolonger has any significant continuing involvement in the risks and benefits associated with the asset. Financial liabilities are derecognised where the relatedobligations are either discharged, cancelled or expired. The difference between the carrying value of the financial liability, which is extinguished or transferredto 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.

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 theeffective interest method; andiv. 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 exactlydiscounts estimated future cash payments or receipts (including fees, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life (or whenthis 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 inprofit or loss.

Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market and are subsequentlymeasured at amortised cost.Loans and receivables are included in current assets, except for those which are not expected to mature within 12 months after the end of the reporting period,which will be classified as non-current assets.

Financial assets are classified at ‘fair value through profit or loss’ when they are held for trading for the purpose of short-term profit taking, or where they arederivatives not held for hedging purposes, or when they are designated as such to avoid an accounting mismatch or to enable performance evaluation where agroup of financial assets is managed by key management personnel on a fair value basis in accordance with a documented risk management or investmentstrategy. Such assets are subsequently measured at fair value with changes in carrying value being included in profit or loss.

At the end of each reporting period, the entity assesses whether there is objective evidence that a financial instrument has been impaired. In the case ofavailable-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 statement of comprehensive income.

Available-for-sale financial assets are non-derivative financial assets that are either not capable of being classified into other categories of financial assets due totheir nature, or they are designated as such by management. They comprise investments in the equity of other entities where there is neither a fixed maturitynor fixed or determinable payments. Available-for-sale financial assets are included in non-current assets, except for those which are expected to be disposedof within 12 months after the end of the reporting period.

Non-derivative financial liabilities (excluding financial guarantees) are subsequently measured at amortised cost.

Fair value is determined based on current bid prices for all quoted investments. Valuation techniques are applied to determine the fair value for all unlistedsecurities, including recent arm’s length transactions, reference to similar instruments and option pricing models.

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Accounting Policies

(j) EMPLOYEE ENTITLEMENTS

(k) CASH & CASH EQUIVALENTS

(l) REVENUE

(m) RELATED PARTIES

(n) PROVISIONS

(o) IMPAIRMENT OF ASSETS

(p) CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS

Provisions are recognised when the entity has a legal or constructive obligation, as a result of past events, for which it is probable that an outflow of economicbenefits will result and that outflow can be reliably measured. Provisions recognised represent the best estimate of the amounts required to settle theobligation at the end of the reporting period.

At the end of each reporting period, the entity reviews the carrying values of its tangible and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication thatthose 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 andvalue 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 statement ofcomprehensive income. Where the future economic benefits of the asset are not primarily dependent upon the asset’s ability to generate net cash inflows and when the entity would, ifdeprived of the asset, replace its remaining future economic benefits, value in use is determined as the depreciated replacement cost of an asset.


Provision is made for the Company’s liability for employee benefits arising from services rendered by employees to the end of the reporting period. Employeebenefits that are expected to be settled within one year have been measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liability is settled. Employeebenefits payable later than one year have been measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows to be made for those benefits. Indetermining the liability, consideration is given to employee wage increases and the probability that the employee may not satisfy vesting requirements. Thosecash outflows are discounted using market yields on national government bonds with terms to maturity that match the expected timing of cash flows.Contributions are made by the entity to an employee superannuation fund and are charged as expenses when incurred.

We have a commercial arrangement with Pryor, Tzannes and Wallis (PTW Law). Legal fees have been paid for independent legal advice totalling $39,173.20(including GST). Tolly Saivanidis is a partner of PTW Law resigned from the Board of Hockey NSW on 17th August 2018.

Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an assets class, the entity estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit towhich the class of assets belong.Where an impairment loss on a revalued asset is identified, this is debited against the revaluation surplus in respect of the same class of asset to the extent thatthe impairment loss does not exceed the amount in the revaluation surplus for that same class of asset.

The Directors evaluate estimates and judgments incorporated into the financial statements based on historical knowledge and best available currentinformation. Estimates assume a reasonable expectation of future events and are based on current trends and economic data, obtained both externally andwithin the Company.

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

Grant revenue is recognised in the statement of comprehensive income when the entity obtains control of the grant and it is probable that the economicbenefits gained from the grant will flow to the entity and the amount of the grant can be measured reliably. If conditions are attached to the grant which mustbe satisfied before it is eligible to receive the contribution, the recognition of the grant as revenue will be deferred until those conditions are satisfied.When grant revenue is received whereby the entity incurs an obligation to deliver economic value directly back to the contributor, this is considered areciprocal transaction and the grant revenue is recognised in the state of financial position as a liability until the service has been delivered to the contributor,otherwise the grant is recognised as income on receipt. Interest revenue is recognised using the effective interest rate method, which for floating rate financialassets is the rate inherent in the instrument. Dividend revenue is recognised when the right to receive a dividend has been established. Revenue from therendering of a service is recognised upon the delivery of the service to the customers.

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NOTE 2 - REVENUE AND OTHER INCOMERevenuePlayer and Insurance Levy 2,389,849 90,352 2,213,261

State Championship Fees 484,099 123,859 449,619

State Team Player Contributions 1,054,707 15,854 1,224,171

Sponsorships and Grants 453,207 35,106 337,896

Game Development 678,258 377,987 599,915

Total Revenue 5,060,120 643,158 4,824,862 Other IncomeInterest Received 50,765 12,679 59,797

Other Income 22,626 8,267 7,918

Total Other Income 73,391 20,946 67,715 Total Revenue & other income 5,133,511 664,104 4,892,577

NOTE 3 - OTHER EXPENSES FOR THE PERIODEmployee Costs including:

Salaries, Wages & Benefits 1,470,257 382,201 1,519,442

Superannuation 135,318 30,018 131,774

Employee Leave Provisions 14,000 4,000 16,500

Depreciation of non-current assets 38,597 5,244 26,957

NOTE 4 - REMUNERATION OF AUDITORSAuditing the financial report 12,600 5,250 13,750

Other services - - 600

NOTE 5 - CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTSCurrentCash on Hand - -

Cash at Bank 603,271 606,802 740,640

Cash on Deposit 1,500,000 2,113,377 2,608,583

2,103,271 2,720,179 3,349,223

NOTE 6 - TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES

CURRENTTrade & Other Receivables 112,158 81,476 317,156

Other - -

TOTAL 112,158 81,476 317,156

Cash at bank earns interest on floating rates based on daily bank deposit rates. Short-term deposits are made for varying periods of between one day and sixmonths, depending on the Company's cash requirements. These deposits earn interest at market rates.

Provision for Impairment of ReceivablesCurrent trade receivables are generally on 30-day terms. These receivables are assessed for recoverability and a provision for impairment is recognised when there is objective evidence that an individual trade receivable is impaired.

Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$

The Company does not hold any financial assets whose terms have been renegotiated, but which would otherwise be past due or impaired. There are nobalances within trade receivables that contain assets that are not impaired and are past due. It is expected that these balances will be received when due.

Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$

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NOTE 7 - INVENTORIESCurrentStock of Uniforms & other merchandise - - -

NOTE 8 - OTHER ASSETSCURRENTPrepayments 55,828 40,973 158,672

Accrued Income 20,203 10,327 13,193

Deposits paid 74,493 26,754 26,754

TOTAL 150,524 78,054 198,619

NOTE 9 - PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENTComputer & Office Equipment At cost 51,566 27,187 17,606

Less: Accumulated depreciation (18,629) (4,967) (2,851)

32,937 22,220 14,755 Office Fixtures & Fittings At cost 38,618 38,618 36,638


18,193 25,769 25,536 Motor Vehicles At cost 100,696 30,576 30,576


74,138 16,115 17,199 Game Development Equipment At cost 41,100 3,541 3,068

Less: Accumulated depreciation (5,558) (297) -

35,542 3,244 3,068

TOTAL PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT 160,810 67,348 60,558

Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$

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NOTES TO AND FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSFor the year ended 31st December 2018Gross Carrying Amount

Computer & Office EquipmentBalance at the beginning of the period 22,220 14,755 22,243

Disposal - - (9,567)

Additions 24,379 9,581 14,726

Depreciation expense (13,662) (2,116) (12,647)

Carrying amount at the end of the period 32,937 22,220 14,755

Office Fixtures & FittingsBalance at the beginning of the period 25,769 25,536 33,184

Disposal - - -

Additions - 1,980 928



Motor VehiclesBalance at the beginning of the period 16,115 17,199 22,932

Disposals - - -

Additions 70,121 - -



Game Development EquipmentBalance at the beginning of the period 3,244 3,068 -

Disposal - - -

Additions 37,559 473 3,068

Depreciation expense (5,261) (297) -


Gross Carrying Amount at 31st December, 2018 231,980 99,922 87,888 Accumulated Depreciation at 31st December, 2018 (71,170) (32,574) (27,330)Net Book Value at 31st December, 2018 160,810 67,348 60,558

Movements in the carrying amounts for each class of property, plant and equipment between the beginning and end of the financial period are as follows:

Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$

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NOTE 10 - TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES CURRENTTrade Payables 147,537 34,740 255,613

Facilities Funding Grant Unexpended 600,625 1,200,000 1,200,000

Income Received in Advance 183,380 150,369 369,596

Other Creditors & Accruals 220,420 286,666 413,233

Employee Entitlements 143,507 129,507 125,507

1,295,469 1,801,282 2,363,949

EMPLOYEE ENTITLEMENTS

Opening Balance at the beginning of the period 129,507 125,507 109,007

Additional liability raised/(reduced) during the period 14,000 4,000 16,500

Closing Balance at the end of the period 143,507 129,507 125,507

Annual Leave 84,630 75,130 75,130

Long Service Leave 58,877 54,377 50,377

TOTAL 143,507 129,507 125,507

NOTE 11 - CASH FLOW INFORMATIONReconciliation of cash

Cash on Hand -

Cash at Bank 603,271 606,802 740,640

Cash on Deposit 1,500,000 2,113,377 3,349,223

Reconciliation of cash flow from operations with (Deficit)/Surplus after income tax(Deficit)/Surplus after income tax 85,519 (415,832) 114,199

Non-Cash flows - Depreciation & Profit/Loss on Disposal of Fixed Assets 38,597 5,244 26,957

Changes in net assets and liabilities:(Increase)/Decrease in trade and other receivables (30,682) 235,680 (148,637)

(Increase)/Decrease in inventories - - -

(Increase)/Decrease in other assets (72,470) 120,565 (4,021)

Increase/(Decrease) in trade and other payables (505,813) (562,667) 38,692

Cash flows generated /(used) in operations (484,849) 617,010 27,190

NOTE 12 - EQUITY

NOTE 13 - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONSTransactions between related parties are on normal commercial terms and conditions no more favourable than those available to other persons unlessotherwise stated.

The entity is incorporated under the Corporations Act 2001 and is an entity limited by guarantee. If the Company is wound up, the Constitution states that eachmember is required to contribute a maximum of $1 each towards meeting any outstandings and obligations of the Company. At 31st December 2018 thecollective liability of members was $27,245 being 27,245 members at $1 per member.

Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 20173 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$

Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 201713 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$

Dec 201812 months

$

Dec 201713 months

$

Sept 201712 months

$

Trade payables are non interest bearing, and for goods and services acquired from within Australia, are normally settled within 30 days.

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NOTE 14 - FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT

Credit riskExposure to credit risk relating to financial assets arises from the potential non-performance by counterparties of contract obligations that could lead to afinancial loss for the Company. The Company does not have any material credit risk exposure.

Net Fair Values - Fair value estimationThe fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities can be compared to their carrying values as presented in the statement of financial position. Fair valuesare those amounts at which an asset could be exchanged, or a liability settled, between knowledgeable, willing parties in an arm’s length transaction.

The Company’s financial instruments consist mainly of deposits with banks, local money market instruments, short-term and long-term investments, accountsreceivable and payable and leases.

Financial Risk Management PoliciesConsisting of senior committee members, the finance committee’s overall risk management strategy seeks to assist the Company in meeting its financialtargets, whilst minimising potential adverse effects on financial performance. Risk management policies are approved and reviewed by the finance committeeon a regular basis. These include credit risk policies and future cash flow requirements.Specific Financial Risk Exposures and ManagementThe main risks the Company is exposed to through its financial instruments are credit risk, liquidity risk and market risk relating to interest rate risk and equityprice risk.

Market Riski. Interest rate riskExposure to interest rate risk arises on financial assets and financial liabilities recognised at the end of the reporting period whereby a future change in interest

rates will affect future cash flows or the fair value of fixed rate financial instruments. The Company is also exposed to earnings volatility on floating rateinstruments.ii. Price riskPrice risk relates to the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market prices of securities held.

The Company is exposed to securities price risk on investments held for trading or for medium to longer terms. Such risk is managed through diversification ofinvestment.

Liquidity riskLiquidity risk arises from the possibility that the Company might encounter difficulty in settling its debts or otherwise meeting its obligations in relation tofinancial liabilities. The Company manages this risk by preparing forward looking cash flow analysis in relation to its operational, investing and financingactivities, maintaining a reputable credit profile, managing credit risk related to financial assets, only investing surplus cash with major financial institutions andcomparing the maturity profile of financial liabilities with the realisation profile of financial assets.

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NOTE 14 - FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT

Interest Rate Risk

Dec 2018 Dec 2017 Dec 2018 Dec 2017 Dec 2018 Dec 2017 Dec 2018 Dec 2017 Dec 2018 Dec 2017% % $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

Financial AssetsCash and cash equivalents 2.10 1.90 603,271 606,802 1,500,000 2,113,377 - - 2,103,271 2,720,179 Trade and other receivables 112,158 81,476 112,158 81,476 Other 150,524 78,054 150,524 78,054 Total Financial Assets

Financial LiabilitiesTrade and other payables - 1,295,469 - 1,295,469 - Total Financial Liabilities - - 1,295,469 - 1,295,469 -

Net Fair Value of Financial Assets and Liabilities

Estimation of fair values

NOTE 15 - CAPITAL MANAGEMENT


Fixed Interest RateFloatingEffective The Company’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

NonInterest TotalInterest

NOTE 17 - COMPANY DETAILS

Within 1 yearMaturing

Management controls the capital of the entity to ensure that adequate cash flows are generated to fund its operations and programs, and such that returns from investments are maximised.The Finance Committee ensures that the overall risk management strategy is in line with this objective. The Finance Committee operates under policies approved by the Board of Directors.Risk management policies are approved and reviewed by the Board on a regular basis. These include credit risk policies and future cash flow requirements. Management effectively managesthe entity’s capital by assessing the entity’s financial risks and responding to changes in these risks and in the market. There have been no changes to the strategy adopted by management tocontrol the capital of the entity since the previous financial report.

NOTE 16 - EVENTS AFTER THE BALANCE DATE

Interest Bearing

There have been no events subsequent to reporting date, which would have a material effect on the information contained in the financial statement of the Company.

Cash and cash equivalents and non-interest bearing monetary financial assets and liabilities are shown at their carrying value. There are no other monetary financial assets or liabilities.

All financial instruments reflected in the above tables have fair values which been measured at cost less impairment adjustments.

RateRate

The registered office and principal place of business of the Company is Level 3, Sydney Olympic Park Hockey Centre, Shirley Strickland Drive, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127.

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