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Make the call be a ref!



Start your refereeing journey today

Refereeing is a fun, exciting, non-contact way to be involved with Rugby League.
You get to see all the action from the best position on the field and it’s a great way to keep fit at the same time.
Referees play an important role in providing a fun and safe environment for all Rugby League participants.

Step 1: Community Referee E-Learning

6 - 12 Years Referee

This is the NRL’s entry level course for Match Officials and is open to anyone wanting to referee in the 6 -12 years age group.

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13 - 15 Years Referee

This is the NRL’s entry level course for Match Officials and is open to anyone wanting to referee in the 13 - 15 years age group.

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16+ Referee

This is the NRL’s entry level course for Match Officials and is open to anyone wanting to referee in the 16+ years age group.

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Step 2: Community Referee Workshops

6 - 12 Years Referee Workshop

This is the NRL’s entry level course for Match Officials and is open to anyone wanting to referee in the 6 -12 years age group.

  • New & Beginning Referee
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13 - 15 Years Referee Workshop

This is the NRL’s entry level course for Match Officials and is open to anyone wanting to referee in the 13 -15 years age group.

  • New and Beginning Referee
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16+ Years Referee Workshop

This is the NRL’s entry level course for Match Officials and is open to anyone wanting to referee in the 16+ years age group.

  • New and Beginning Referee
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Course Information

Courses overview

Understand the National Referee Accreditation Policy and where to start your Referee journey.

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Renew your Accreditation

The National Referee Accreditation Policy states a referee, match official and referee coach accreditation expires as of the 30th of June each calendar year.

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Other courses

From Touch Judging to Wheelchair Officiating check out your other Refeering options.

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