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Working closely with both the New South Wales Rugby League and the National Rugby League, NSWRLRA develops, coaches and mentors young aspiring referees from Districts through to First Grade.
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Vale Jack Danzey
It is with great sadness to report that one of our Association’s greats Jack Danzey #634 has passed away. Jack…
NSWRLRA LES MATTHEWS MEMORIAL GOLF DAY
The Board of Directors would like to hold this important social event this year. Golf with some restrictions has been…
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Darian Furner Golf Day
As many of you are aware NSWRLRA / NRL Member Darian Furner has undergone a serious medical issue in recent times. Darian…
Save the Date- SCG Life Members Reunion Luncheon
The 2020 Life Members Reunion Luncheon will be unable to be held this year due to COVID-19 restrictions. The Board…
Meetings
NSWRLRA General Meeting
The first General Meeting for 2019 will be on WEDNESDAY 1ST MAY 7.30PM FOR A 7.45PM START @ NSWRL Centre…
Annual General Meeting- AGENDA- 30th January 2019
Just a reminder that tomorrow night the Association will be having their 111th Annual General Meeting at the new NSWRL…
Meeting Minutes
Minutes – 2017 AGM
NSWRL REFEREES’ ASSOCIATION Annual General Meeting Meeting Date 11.12.2017 Venue: Riviera Room, St George League Club Paul Simpkins in the…
General Meeting 3rd May 2017
GENERAL MEETING Date: 03.05.17 Time: 7.30p.m Location: Canterbury Leagues Club, Bridge Street, BELMORE. Present: As per Attendance Sheets (75 in…
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NSWRL officials to acknowledge First Nations Round
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Huge congratulations to Group 10 referee Stuart Halsey, who has earned a fantastic appointment to referee the Under 18 Girls Grand Final at the Australian Schools Championships in Coffs Harbour today! The Grand Final will see NSWCHS take on Queensland White
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Continuing with our new daily series: Behind the Whistle!
Each day, we’ll shine a spotlight on a referee or touch judge who has helped shape, serve and contribute to the great game of rugby league.
Today we recognise Darcy Thomas Elgan Lawler, one of the most prominent and talked-about referees in Rugby League history.
A leading NSWRFL official through the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s, Lawler controlled more than 300 first-class matches across club, interstate and international football. He was trusted with some of the biggest appointments of his era, including 8 first grade Grand Finals, with his final match in the middle being the famous 1963 NSWRFL Grand Final between St George and Western Suburbs at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
Lawler’s career was one of authority, pressure and incredible longevity. Like many officials who controlled the biggest games, he was not without controversy, but his impact on Rugby League refereeing remains significant.
Darcy Lawler’s name still holds an important place in the history of the whistle — a referee from a different era who helped shape the story of our game.
Who will be featured tomorrow? Stay tuned!
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