• What is the season format for 2025?
  • The 2025 season format can be found on the NNA website. 7yrs play on Friday nights at 5.20, and 8yrs play at 6.15. All other age groups play on Saturday. 

 

• How  much does it cost?
  • At Waratah Netball Club, we pride ourselves on offering the best value that we can. We try to keep our fees as low as possible despite increases from Netball NSW. Thanks to the generous support of Port Waratah Coal Services (PWCS), we are able to keep our Junior fees to the same amount as 2023 and 2024.  Waratah Netball Club wishes to thank PWCS for their support to grassroots sports.  Our fees for 2025 are:
     
    • NetSetGo (5 - 6yrs)     $100
    • NetSetGo (7 – 9yrs)     $175     
    • Juniors (10 – 17yrs)    $210
    • Seniors                       $270
    • Non Playing Members (Coaches/Managers) - No Fee
       
  • Your uniform will cost extra - approximately $70 for a playing uniform

• How do I register?
  • Our registrations will open on 1st January 2025. However, if you want notification of registrations opening, please email registrar@waratahnetball.asn.au and we will send you a reminder.

• How do I get a uniform?
  • Uniforms can be purchased on our website at https://waratahnetball.myclubmate.com.au/Website/ShopOnline.asp
  • If you have any questions, please contact Liz on 0438 731 539

• When do we train?
  • Training days and times are yet to be advised.  We will update this site when we have more information.
  • Training is at the Newcastle Netball Courts on Union Street

• Do we have team duties or other responsibilties?
  • Yes - you will have team duties which may Include umpiring and canteen duties.
  • Your team will also have a commitment to our major sponsors which include raffles and social events at Mayfield West Bowling Club in Norris Avenue, Mayfield.

• I don't want to umpire. Can I pay someone else to do it for me? How much does it cost?
  • Although Waratah Netball Club encourages all players to do their umpiring duties, NNA does allow players to pay for umpires. The cost is approx $30 per umpire per game
  • Please call Donna on 0418 881 317 for more information

• I am keen to learn to umpire - who do I contact.
  • We are always keen to develop new umpires, and have very good support mechanisms.
  • Please call Donna on 0418 881 317 for more information

 

• I want to play netball but I can't make every game. Can I play casually? Does it cost less to be a casual?
  • The fees for the first two casual games are approx $33 dollars for each of the first two games.  If you have any questions, please email registrar@waratahnetball.asn.au or call 0468 889 500.
  • Casual players are covered in our Late Registration Policy

• How do I know which team I will be put into? Can I play with my friends?
  • Waratah Netball Club conducts a selection for senior teams, and will then advise you of the team that you are in.  We will also try to support your request to play with your friends. This is covered in our Team Selection Policy.

 

• I am interested in sponsoring a team.  What are the options?
  • Waratah Netball Club always welcome new businesses who want to support our Club
  • If you are able to sponsor us in any way, then please contact Blake on 0411 122 477

 

• I registered and paid online but now I can't play. How do I withdraw/ get a refund?
  • Depending on when you identify that you cannot play, you may be entitled to a refund.  This also depends on why you can't play, and whether it is after the Netball Australia cut-off date
  • For more details please email registrar@waratahnetball.asn.au or call 0468 889 500.