Training resources.
Official coaching, development and safety resources to back our volunteer coaches, players, parents, Game Leaders and Club Referees — all from Football Australia, Northern NSW Football and other recognised Australian bodies. Every link opens on the official site.
For coaches
NNSW coaching hub
Coaching courses, the MiniRoos certificate and getting-started resources from our federation.
FA coaching resources
Free, ready-to-run session plans you can adapt by age and skill level, plus skills videos.
MiniRoos Kick-Off session guide (PDF)
Ten ready-to-run session plans for parent and volunteer coaches of 4–11s.
For players & parents
Coles MiniRoos
The official grassroots program for 4–11s — small-sided games and what to expect.
MiniRoos FAQs
Plain-English answers on age groups, training, formats and the pathway into community football.
Macquarie Football
Our local zone — competitions, clinics and player development around Redhead & Newcastle.
For Game Leaders & Club Referees
Becoming a referee
The path to qualifying (from age 13) — free online Laws modules, then the C3 course; kit included.
Laws of the Game
The authoritative full Laws of football, as adopted by Football Australia.
MiniRoos playing formats & rules (PDF)
The official modified rules for 4v4 / 7v7 / 9v9 — essential for Game Leaders.
Health & safety
Perform+ injury prevention
FA’s evidence-based warm-up program — posters and videos that cut injury risk.
Concussion in sport
The national concussion guidelines and advice for athletes, parents and coaches.
Hot weather policy
The national heat policy guiding drinks breaks and postponements on hot days.