Annual Report 2007 - Northern NSW Football

Annual Report 2007

(cover) John Bennis 

NBN State League player for Broadmeadow Magic, identified by a leading national 

football magazine as a potential future A-League recruit. 

(above) Newly appointed FFA CEO Ben Buckley 

joined NNSWF sponsors at a Newcastle Jets v Melbourne Victory 

match in Newcastle in January 2007

Contents 

2007 Office Bearers iv 

Staff 

iv 

2007 Annual General Meeting v 

Football 2006 – 2007 

Board of Directors’ Charter 

Professionalisation 

Business 

Marketing 

Football 

Operations 

Conclusion 

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vii 

x 

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xiii 

xiv 

xv 

2007 Supporters xvi 

Financial Statements 1 – 11 

At A Glance 12 

Telstra Football Anytime 

A successful grassroots program implemented by NNSWF in conjunction with the FFA

2007 Office Bearers Chairman Jeffrey Green 

Deputy Chairman 

Directors 

John Simpson 

Philip Holt 

Max Kershaw 

Peter Moore 

Greg Wilson 

Staff Chief Executive Officer Garry Screen 

PA to Chief Executive Officer 

Operations Manager 

Football Manager 

Business Manager 

Marketing & Communications Manager 

Staff Coach 

Administration Officers 

Dominique Sheehan 

Alan Nisbet 

David Smith 

Chad West 

David Cromarty 

Anthony Richards 

Jacqueline Elvidge 

Sandra Mason 

Nicole Penfold 

Julie Taylor 

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Northern NSW Football

2007 Annual General Meeting NOTICE is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Members 

of Northern NSW Football Limited will be held at the Travelodge Newcastle City Hotel, 

King Street, Newcastle on Saturday, 1st December, 2007 at 3.00 pm. 

Business To Be Transacted 

1. Apologies. 

2. Confirmation of Minutes: 

(i) 2006 AGM 

(ii) 2007 EGMs (22 July and 5th September 2007) 

3. To receive and consider the Report of the Chairman. 

4. To receive and consider the Directors’ and Auditor’s Reports 

for the period ending 30th September 2007. 

5. Election of Directors (scheduled for 2008) 

6. Life Membership 

7. To transact any business that may be transacted at an Annual General Meeting 

to which due notice has been given – Nil. 

Dated at the Registered Office of the Company, 

235 Old Maitland Road, Hexham on 29th October 2007. 

By Order of the Board 

W. G. Screen 

Chief Executive Officer 

Annual Report 2007 

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FOOTBALL 2006 — 2007 

Introduction 

For the first time in this year’s annual review, the Reports of the Board and 

Management are combined, reflecting the directions encompassed in our Strategic Plan 

whereby the governance and management structures, whilst operating under clearly 

delineated protocols, work as a unit to ensure optimal outcomes for Northern NSW 

Football (NNSWF). 

During 2007 the Board of Directors and Management have worked to achieve the 

outcomes of the Strategic Plan and to manage change necessary to comply with 

Football Federation Australia’s (FFA) Governance changes, policy development, 

Customer Relations Management system and the review of football under the Football 

Development Plan. 

NNSWF received strong support for its Strategic Plan and governance structure when 

at the launch of the Plan and new branding in November 2006 the former CEO of FFA 

John O’Neill described it as ‘..a model for all other football states’. It is a pleasure to 

report on progress with the Plan. 

Directorship 

This year the Board set targets to progress the professionalism of the Board. Integral to 

that progress the Board developed a Directors’ Charter, a Board Code of Conduct and a 

Communication Strategy. 

The Communication Strategy, which would have been linked to the new website, will, 

if the Board determines, be set as a target for 2008. 

Earlier this year the Board adopted the Directors’ Charter and Code of Conduct. 

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Board of Directors’ Charter 

Powers of the Board 

The powers and duties of the Directors are defined at law, in the NNSWF Constitution, 

in NNSWF By-Laws and in NNSWF Board policies, as determined from time to time. 

Responsibilities of the Board 

• act in the best interests of NNSWF, its Members and its Stakeholders 

• set the strategic direction for NNSWF 

• set the appropriate corporate culture to reflect the business and football needs 

of NNSWF 

• bring an independent and objective view to decision making 

• ensure the long term viability of NNSWF 

• enhance NNSWF’s position and standing within FFA 

• set clear and concise parameters in delegating authority to the CEO for 

management of NNSWF 

Role of the Board 

• ensure proper corporate governance 

• ensure legal and regulatory compliance 

• review and approve the NNSWF Strategic Plan 

• review and approve management reports 

• review and approve operating budgets 

• review and approve Board policies 

• monitor the financial performance 

• monitor risk management practices and associated internal control processes 

• monitor and review Chief Executive Officers performance 

• ratify the appointment and where necessary the removal of the Chief Executive 

Officer/Company Secretary 

• recommend an external auditor to Members 

• monitor, review and enhance the performance of the Board 

Role of Management 

• the CEO is responsible for the overall management and performance of NNSWF 

• the CEO manages NNSWF in accordance with the Strategic Plan and policies 

approved by the Board 

Fiduciary Duties and Responsibilities 

Comply with Statutory and Common Law fiduciary duties in accordance with the Code 

of Conduct. 

Public Relations 

• primary spokespersons for the Board and the Company, unless otherwise delegated, 

shall be the Chairman and the Company Secretary/Chief Executive Officer 

• uphold and enhance the corporate image of NNSWF and the sport of football 


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Composition of the Board 

is defined by the NNSWF Constitution. 

Board Meeting Protocols 

• frequency of meetings is determined annually by the Board 

• other meetings including extraordinary meetings will be convened as required 

• Board meetings are to be conducted in accordance with Meeting Protocols. 

(Ref. Appendix B ) 

• access – only Directors and Chief Executive Officer/Company Secretary, 

are entitled to attend any meeting of the Board, other persons are by invitation 

from the Chairman or Chief Executive Officer 

Reporting 

• Minutes of the Board Meeting shall be in accordance with the provisions of the 

Corporations Law and Board policy 

• to the Members shall be through the provision of annual accounts, the Annual 

Report, and the Chairman’s Report at the Annual General Meeting, and any other 

report approved by the Chairman from time to time 

Expenses and Travel 

for all Directors are to be approved by the Chairman in accordance with NNSWF 

policies at that time 

Remuneration 

no Member of the Board shall receive remuneration for services as a Board Member 

Amendments to Charter 

may only be effected by a majority decision of the Board 

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Director’s Code of Conduct 1. A Director must act honestly, in good faith and in the best interests of the 

Company (NNSWF) as a whole. 

2. A Director has a duty to use due care and diligence in fulfilling the functions of 

office and exercising the powers attached to that office. 

3. A Director must use the powers of office for a proper purpose, in the best 

interests of NNSWF as a whole. 

4. A Director must recognise that the primary responsibility is to NNSWF, but 

should, where appropriate, have regard for the interests of all stakeholders. 

5. A Director must not make improper use of information acquired as a Director. 

6. A Director must not take improper advantage of the position of Director. 

7. A Director must not allow personal interests or the interests of any associated 

person, to conflict with the interests of the company. 

8. A Director must declare any possible conflict of interest at the earliest possible 

opportunity and may not be involved in any discussion or decision concerning 

the possible conflict. 

9. A Director has an obligation to be independent in judgement and actions and to 

take reasonable steps to be satisfied as to the soundness of all decisions taken 

by the Board. 

10. Confidential information received by a Director in the course of the exercise of 

Directorial duties remains the property of NNSWF and it is improper to disclose it, 

or allow it to be disclosed, unless that disclosure has been authorised by NNSWF, 

or the person from whom the information is provided, or is required by law. 

11. A Director should not engage in conduct likely to bring discredit upon NNSWF. 

12. A Director has an obligation, at all times, to comply with the spirit, as well as all 

legal requirements applicable to the Board. 


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Professionalisation 

NNSWF is continuing to implement the sweeping changes to football decreed in the 

Crawford Report. With the blessing of the FFA, NNSWF will proceed with the next 

step – the introduction of professional management structures within the State’s 

seven (7) Zones. 

The management of the Zones will move away from the traditional committee 

structure to an elected Zone Standing Committee which will work with professional 

Zone management teams responsible for each Zone. The structure will provide an 

improved sustainable mechanism for the sport and deliver a central point of information, 

communication and decision making within each Zone. Management has had meetings 

with all Zones, or their representatives, and will continue to consult with Zones to develop 

the optimum processes, including a time frame, to implement this new structure. Once 

again, we are the first football state, indeed of any sport, to commence such reform. 

The Administrator’s Seminars were again well supported. This program, which is 

unique to NNSWF provides a valuable conduit to aid the development of administrators 

at the ‘grassroots’. Our Club Resource Manual, which will form the basis for the 2008 

seminars, has been updated and enhanced to provide the latest compliance information 

necessary to conduct football and business at the Club level. 

NNSWF (CEO and our Patron, the Hon. J. R. Face) has continued the Board’s policy 

of engaging with the various levels of government in our jurisdiction. In all forty 

representatives of all levels of government were contacted in an awareness program 

that is an integral part of the Strategic Plan. We sincerely thank these people, listed 

below, for providing the opportunity to meet with them and to discuss the future of 

football in Northern NSW. 

Geoff Provest MP 

Don Page MP 

Stewart Brawley 

Andrew Stoner MP 

Thomas George MP 

James Voght 

Councillor Ian Tiley 

Nigel Greenup 

Steve Cansdell MP 

Councillor Keith Rhoades 

Stephen Sawtell 

State Member for Tweed 

State Member for Ballina 

Manager of Recreational Services 

Tweed Shire Council 

State Member for Kempsey 

Leader of the NSW Nationals 

State Member for Lismore 

Councillor 

Mayor, Lismore Shire Council 

Sport & Recreation Project Officer 

Lismore Shire Council 

Mayor, Clarence Valley Council 

Manager of Open Spaces, 

Clarence Valley Council 

State Member for Clarence 

Mayor, Coffs Harbour City Council 

General Manger, Coffs Harbour City Council 

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Greg Piper MP 

Frank Terenzini MP 

Jodi McKay MP 

Robert Coombes MP 

Sonia Hornery MP 

Craig Baumann MP 

The Hon George Souris MP 

Councillor Barry Rose 

Daryl Dutton 

Kevin Humphries MP 

Peter Draper MP 

Richard Torbay MP 

Councillor Bruce Whan 

Councillor James Treloar 

Councillor John Colvin 

Councillor Fred Harvison 

Andrew Fraser MP 

John Turner MP 

Councillor Eddie Loftus 

Councillor Rob Drew 

Glenn Caldwell 

Robert Oakeshott MP 

Greg Combet 

Councillor John Clarence 

The Hon. Kerry Hickey MP - 

Matthew Morris MP 

Joel Fitzgibbon MP 

Councillor Peter Blackmore 

Councillor Ron Swan 

Councillor John Tate 

Councillor John Chadban 

State Member, Lake Macquarie 

Mayor, Lake Macquarie City Council 

State Member for Maitland 

State Member for Newcastle 

State Member for Swansea 

State Member for Wallsend 

State Member for Port Stephens 

State Member for Upper Hunter 

Mayor, Upper Hunter Shire Council 

General Manager, 

Upper Hunter Shire Council 

State Member for Barwon 

State Member for Tamworth 

State Member for Northern Tablelands 

Deputy Mayor, 

Armidale Dumaresq Council 

Mayor, Tamworth Regional Council 

Mayor, Muswellbrook Shire Council 

Mayor, Singleton Council 

State Member for Coffs Harbour 

State Member for Myall Lakes 

Mayor, Greater Taree City Council 

Mayor, Hastings Council 

Manager Sports Development 

Hastings Council 

State Member for Port Macquarie 

Federal Candidate for Charlton 

Mayor, Cessnock City Council 

State Member for Cessnock 

State Member for Charlestown 

Federal Member for the Hunter 

Mayor, Maitland City Council 

Mayor, Port Stephens Council 

Lord Mayor, Newcastle City Council 

Mayor, Great Lakes Council 


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Business 

Northern NSW Football Limited has again returned a strong result for football, with 

improved revenues generated through substantial growth in player participation and 

other revenue streams. For the third successive year NNSWF has managed to produce 

an enviable result with a $nil increase in player fees, yet continued to deliver high quality 

football programs balanced with further expansion of grassroots and community football. 

Further testimony to NNSWF’s commitment to applying proper business principles 

to its operations 2007 represents the eighteenth consecutive year that NNSWF has 

returned a surplus. 

2007 also represents a significant milestone in NNSWF’s history, in that, as at 31st 

August NNSWF had fifty thousand (50,000) registered players, in comparison with the 

thirty thousand (30,000) registered players in 1997. 

NNSWF is working closely with FFA in meeting its full statute requirements under 

FIFA, particularly in regard to the implementation of standardised regulations relating 

to Registration, Disciplinary, Conduct and Grievance policies. NNSWF is one of only 

two States that have managed to meet the FFA deadlines, thereby placing itself at 

an advantage in implementing the next stages, including the CRM system, over the 

ensuing seasons. 

Through the expertise and knowledge of our Business Manager, Chad West, NNSWF 

has assumed a leading role in piloting the new technologies for FFA necessary to meet 

the demands for a national approach to these policies. 

During the financial year, in fulfilment of directorial responsibility and proper business 

management, the Board commissioned a number of audits of various aspects of our 

operations. The audits were primarily designed to test compliance, performance and 

internal controls. To date there has not been any material deficiency upon which to 

report or action. 

NNSWF is committed to continuing to ensure its long-term financial stability and 

viability while, at the same time, identifying new services and revenue opportunities 

Marketing 

This year, led by Marketing & Communications Manager, David Cromarty, we have 

driven forward with the re-branding of Northern NSW as a Football State of FFA. 

In part this has been achieved with the valued assistance of our long-standing partner, 

NBN Television, through a successful advertising campaign, in which we have 

continued to raise the profile of NNSWF through the promotion of our marquee players, 

Stuart Musialik and Jenna Tristram, both of whom were NNSWF juniors, who have 

achieved National representation. 

Marketing has worked successfully with other Departments to better promote services, 

including: 

• the excellent promotion with the Newcastle Jets at Home games, of small-sided 

games for the Football Department, with David Smith and Anthony Richards. 

This also demonstrates our commitment to the success of the A League in our area. 

• the continuation of an exceptional partnership with McDonalds in successfully 

promoting football through the McDonalds Schools Development Program. 

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• the development of high quality publications, including the Club Merchandise 

catalogue and the Club Administration Manual. 

• the further refinement of our television advertising in partnership with NBN 

Television to produce professional advertisements for both the promotion of 

the game, in general, and specific campaigns for the NBN State league and the 

annual Armidale Camp. 

• the implementation and continued revision of a wider, more targeted news 

media footprint across television, radio and press to effectively promote the 

game across Northern NSW. 

The new website project with which we have worked closely with FFA and 

a leading international technology and web services provider will be launched in 2008. 

The new site will facilitate much improved communication between players, clubs, 

Zones, NNSWF and FFA. 

Through the expertise and dedication of David Cromarty, we have continued to grow 

our list of valued corporate partners and supporters (acknowledged separately), whom 

we thank most sincerely for their generous contribution to the promotion and enhanced 

professionalism of the game in Northern NSW. 

Football 

FFA has recently conducted a review of the Talent Development & Identification 

Programs and Pathways in Australia. The major ‘grassroots’ recommendations from 

the Review is the need to adopt age-appropriate small-sided games (SSG) as part of 

a nationally consistent format for players U/12 and below. A number of Northern NSW 

Football Zones have incorporated the SSG philosophy into their existing programs. 

We have enthusiastically welcomed the report and its recommendations in respect to 

the implementation of SSG initiatives throughout Australia, that will see all Zones from 

2009 adopt the SSG format for their Under 6, 7 and 8’s, with the program progressively 

rolled out from 2010. 

Football Federation Northern Territory and Capital Football now have all age groups 

playing according to the new format. Also, Ku-ring-gai Association in Sydney has 

implemented the new format for 6 and 7 years during this year. 

In September, the Football Department organised a SSG day at The Gardens in 

the Hunter Valley. The program was well received and supported with those who 

participated recognising the benefits of the format. 

The Board has formally endorsed these recommendations, which will be driven by 

Football Manager, David Smith and the many coaches who have willingly supported 

NNSWF throughout recent years. 

As part of our commitment to FFA, NNSWF will support Zones who wish to voluntarily 

adopt the new format in 2008 for Under 6 & 7 age groups. 

Congratulations also to our male and female State teams on their performances at the 

2007 FFA National Youth Championships, in a year which has seen six of our junior 

players selected for full Australian honours at Under 17 level and to further enhance 

the player pathways at elite level. 


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NNSWF, through David Smith, have secured an NSWIS Football program in Newcastle, 

and not in Sydney, for both female and male Northern players. We acknowledge and 

certainly appreciate David Smith’s efforts and expertise, which now enable NNSWF to 

provide quality football education for our elite players. The appointment of Garry Phillips 

as a fulltime NSWIS Coach, strategically, provides better opportunities, with our own 

NSWIS pathway, for players across Northern NSW. 

Finally, the Football Department would like to acknowledge the valuable contribution 

made by Anthony Richards during his time as Staff Development Coach, particularly 

in his dedication in the implementation of grass roots programs such as Telstra 

Football Anytime. 

Operations 

The major initiative this year was the review of NNSWF senior football competitions 

and elite pathways. 

The NBN League, 2009 – 11, will be refined to eight (8) clubs that will field U/18, U/23 

and First Grade. The NEWFM League, 2009, will comprise ten (10) clubs with U/19, 

Reserve Grade and First Grade. 

It is worthy of note that 2007 is the second year of operation of both the State and First 

Division Leagues Standing Committees thereby finalising the tenure of each Committee 

Chairman. On behalf of NNSWF we extend our appreciation to Larry Urdarov (State) and 

Vic Eather (First Division) for their excellent contributions to football. Elections for the 

positions, for which each of the retiring chairmen may renominate, will be held in 2008. 

The SYL, with the inclusion of Central Coast, will continue as a six (6) team format in 

2008. A further review of the SYL will take place for the 2009 season. 

Again, NNSWF gained the accolades from all States for its hosting of the FFA National 

Youth Championships at Coffs Harbour during July (Female) and September (Male) 

this year. Next year will be the third consecutive and final year at Coffs Harbour under 

the current agreement with FFA. The NNSWF team, led by Operations Manager, Alan 

Nisbet, have again lifted the benchmark for the conduct of future Championships. 

As part of our compliance with the Crawford Report reforms we have developed a 

structure to administer Futsal throughout our region. Notwithstanding that sixteen (16) 

centres have now affiliated with our Futsal program, there is much yet to be achieved 

to have the program effectively operational and FFA compliant. 

The Crawford Report further required the establishment of a Referees’ Standing 

Committee, of which the Chairman, Glen Gibbs (Lismore), has, with Alan Nisbet, 

gradually brought about the changes necessary to comply with FFA policies. 

To assist with the changes NNSWF has employed a Referees Development Officer, 

Ossie Bellamy, who in a short time has contributed significantly to our programs. 

Merchandise performed strongly but volume did not meet expectations. We will 

continue to supply a convenient and competitive range of football merchandise for the 

benefit of our members and the game. Our new catalogue with a new extensive range 

of supplies will assist in ensuring another strong performance in 2008. 

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Conclusion 

The progression of the Strategic Plan has achieved some important outcomes. In other 

areas, such as the development of elite training facilities, much time and effort has 

been expended but as yet without tangible gains. 

Both the Board and Management will review the Strategic Plan early in 2008. 

We wish to thank the Board - Deputy Chairman John Simpson, Max Kershaw, Phil Holt, 

Peter Moore and Greg Wilson - for the professional contribution they have made to 

make our team so successful and ensuring that the Strategic Plan is the focus of the 

operation of the Board. 

Also, we extend particular appreciation to Sandra, Nicole, Jacquie, Dominique, Julie, 

Anthony and to the management team (previously noted), which has again performed 

with skill, expertise, wisdom and consideration in managing our football and our business. 

Finally, and most importantly, we thank you - the players, coaches, officials, Clubs and 

Zones - for your contribution to, and support of, Northern NSW Football in contributing 

to the success and continued growth of the World Game. 

Jeff Green 

Chairman 

Garry Screen 

Chief Executive Officer 


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2007 Supporters Northern NSW Football would like to take this opportunity to thank the following 

organisations for their continuing support of the development of football across 

Northern New South Wales. 

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Emma Cooper 

School Development Officer

Concise 

Financial Statements 

Directors’ Report 1 – 3 

Auditors Independence Declaration 4 

Independent Audit Report 

to Members 5 – 6 

Discussion and Analysis 

of the Financial Report 7 

Income Statement 8 

Balance Sheet 9 

Cash Flow Statement 10 

Statement of Changes in Equity 11 

Herald Encouragement Awards 

Introduced in 2007, the awards recognised excellence in the 

SSI State Youth League with a male and female player from each 

participating zone acknowledged. Kelly Archibald and George Rixon 

were selected from Northern Inland Football

Concise Financial Report Northern NSW Football Ltd (ACN 001 887 467) 

Director’s Report Your Directors present their report for the period ended 30th September 2007. 

1. The Names of the Directors in Office at the Date of this Report are: 

Years of service 

as Director 

Occupation/ 

of Company 

Name Qualifications (Cumulative) 

GREEN, Jeffrey Wayne* School Teacher 14 

SIMPSON, John Gilroy** Real Estate Agent 18 

HOLT, Philip Retired 5 

KERSHAW, Maxwell John General Manager 3 

WILSON, Gregory John Lawyer 1 

*Chairman 

**Deputy Chairman 

2. Activities The principal activities of the Company in the course of the financial period ended 

30th September 2007 were the promotion and management of the game of football 

throughout Northern NSW. 

3. Results The net result of operations was a profit of $322,885 (2006 profit $430,567 ) 

The Concise Financial Report is presented in Australian Dollars. 

4. Review of Operations For the 2007 Financial year a net profit of $322,885 was generated from $3,936,814 

in revenue and $3,613,929 in expenditure. Profitability was primarily due to an increase 

in player numbers of 7.4% on last year’s participation and continued improvements of 

operating expenditure. 

5. Significant Changes There have been no significant changes in the activities conducted by the Company 

in the year under review. 

6. Events Subsequent to Balance Sheet Since the end of the financial year the Directors are not aware of any matters or 

circumstances not otherwise dealt with in the report or accounts that has significantly 

or may significantly affect the operations of the Company, the results of those 

operations or the state of affairs of the Company in subsequent financial years. 

Annual Report 2007 1


Director’s Report 

(Continued) 

7. Likely Developments and Expected Results 

There are no likely developments in the operations of the Company in subsequent 

financial years. 

8. Indemnifying Officer or Auditor The Company has not, during or since the financial year, in respect of any person who is 

or has been an officer or auditor of the company, 

• Indemnified or made any relevant agreements for indemnifying against a liability 

incurred as an officer including costs and expenses in successfully defending 

legal proceedings or, 

• paid or agreed to pay a premium in respect of a contract insuring against 

a liability incurred as an officer for the costs or expenses to defend legal 

proceedings, 

with the exception of the following matters; 

During the financial year the Company has paid a premium in respect of a contract of 

insurance insuring Directors and Officers ( including former and future Directors and 

Officers ) against certain liability incurred in that capacity. 

Disclosure of the total amount of the premiums and the nature of liabilities in respect of 

such insurance is prohibited by the contract of insurance. 

9. Auditors Independence A Copy of the Auditor’s Independence Declaration as required under section 307C of 

the Corporations Act 2001 is set out on page 4. 

10. Directors Benefits Since the end of the previous financial year no Director has received or become 

entitled to receive a benefit (other than a benefit included in the aggregate amounts 

of emoluments received or due and receivable by Directors shown in the accounts 

or received as the fixed salary of a full time employee of the Company) by reason 

of a contract made by the Company or by a related corporation with the Director or 

with a firm of which he is a member, or with a company in which he is a substantial 

financial interest. 

11. Environmental Regulations The Company’s operations are subject to various environmental regulations under both 

Commonwealth and State Legislation. The Directors are not aware of any breaches of 

the legislation during the financial period which are material in nature. 

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Director’s Report 

(Continued) 

12. Members – Voting North Coast Football 

Hunter Football 

Macquarie Football 

Northern Inland Football 

Newcastle Football 

Football Mid North Coast 

Football Far North Coast 

NBN Standing Committee Chairman 

NEWFM Standing Committee Chairman 

Referees Standing Committee Chairman 

Larry Urdarov 

Vic Eather 

Glen Gibbs 

13. Directors Attendances During the Financial Year 8 Board Meetings were held, attendance as follows: 

Board Meetings Number Held 

Name Attended Whilst in Office 

GREEN, Jeffrey 7 8 

SIMPSON, John 8 8 

HOLT, Philip 8 8 

MOORE, Peter 5 7 

KERSHAW, Maxwell 8 8 

WILSON, Gregory 6 7 

AKRILL, Michael 1 1 

BARRY, James 1 1 

BOARDS, Edward 0 1 

KEMP, Douglas 1 1 

PASCOE, Dianne 1 1 

14. Financial Report Issue Date The Financial Report was authorised for issue by the Directors on the 7th November 

2007. The Company has the power to amend and re-issue the financial report. 

15. Company Secretary The Company Secretary is Mr William Garry Screen. Mr Screen has been an employee 

of Northern NSW Football Ltd since the 7th May 1990 and was appointed to the 

position of Company Secretary at that date. 

This Report is made out in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors, and 

is signed for and on behalf of the Directors. 

Jeffrey Green 

Director 

John Simpson 

Director 

Dated 7th November 2007 



Auditor’s Independence Declaration 

Under Section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001, to the directors of 

Northern NSW Football Ltd. 

I declare that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, during the year ended 

30th September 2007 there have been: 

(i) no contraventions of the auditor independence requirements as set out in the 

Corporations Act 2001 in relation to the audit; and, 

(ii) no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct 

in relation to the audit . 

Mrs Kirsty Porteous 

Partner 

Crosbie Warren Sinclair Partners 

Certified Practicing Accountants Dated 7th November 2007 



Independent Audit Report to the Members 

To the Members of Northern NSW Football Limited. 

Report on the Financial Report 

We have audited the accompanying Concise Financial Report of Northern NSW 

Football Limited, comprising the Balance Sheet as at 30th September 2007, the Income 

Statement, Statement of Changes in Equity and Cashflow Statement for the year 

then ended and related discussion and analysis which was derived from the Financial 

Report of Northern NSW Football Limited for the year ended 30th September 2007. We 

expressed an unmodified auditor’s opinion on that Financial Report in our Audit Report 

dated 7th November 2007. 

The Financial Report 

and Directors’ Responsibility 

The Directors are responsible for preparation and presentation of the Concise Financial 

Report in accordance with Australian Accounting Standard AASB 1039: Concise 

Financial Reports, and the Corporations Act 2001. 

Auditor’s Responsibility 

Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Concise Financial Report based on 

our procedures, which were conducted in accordance with the Australian Auditing 

Standards. These Auditing Standards require that we comply with relevant ethical 

requirements relating to audit engagements. 

Our procedures in respect of the audit of the Concise Financial Report include 

testing that the information in the Concise Financial Report is consistent with the Full 

Financial Report, and examination on a test basis, of evidence supporting the amounts, 

discussion and analysis, and other disclosures which were not directly derived from 

the Full Financial Report. These procedures have been undertaken to form an opinion 

whether, in all material repects, the Concise Financial Report is presented fairly in 

accordance with Australian Accounting Standard AASB 1039: Concise Financial 

Reports. 



Independent Audit Report to the Members (Continued) 

Independence 

In conducting our audit, we have complied with the independence requirements of the 

Corporations Act 2001. We confirm that the Independence Declaration required by the 

Corporations Act 2001, provided to the Directors of Northern NSW Football Limited has 

the same date as the Auditor’s Report. 

Audit Opinion 

In our opinion, the information reported in the Concise Financial Report of Northern 

NSW Football Limited for the year ended 30th September 2007 is consistent, in all 

material respects, with the Financial Report from which it was derived and complies 

with Australian Accounting Standard AASB 1039: Concise Financial Reports. For a 

better understanding of the scope of our audit, the Auditor’s report should be read 

in conjunction with our Audit Report on the Financial Report. 

Mrs Kirsty Porteous 

Partner 

Crosbie Warren Sinclair Partners 

Certified Practicing Accountants Dated 7th November 2007 

Liability Limited by a scheme under the Professional Standards Legislation 

Directors’ Declaration 

The Directors of the Company declare that the Concise Financial Report of 

Northern NSW Football Ltd for the financial year ended 30th September 2007 

as set out in pages 6 – 9: 

a) complies with Australian Accounting Standards AASB 1039: Concise Financial 

Reports; and 

b) has been derived from and is consistent with the full financial report of 

Northern NSW Football Ltd for the financial year. 

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

signed on behalf of the Directors by: 

Jeffrey Green 

Director 

John Simpson 

Vice President 

Dated 7th November 2007 



Discussion and Analysis of the Financial Report 

Information of Northern NSW Football Ltd Concise Financial Report 

The Concise Financial Report has been prepared in accordance with Australian 

Accounting Standard AASB 1039:Concise Financial Reports and Corporations Act 2001 

and is an extract from the Full Financial Report. 

The financial statements, specific disclosures and other information included in the 

Concise Financial Report is derived from and is consistent with the Full Financial Report 

of Northern NSW Football Ltd. The Concise Financial Report cannot be expected to 

provide as detailed an understanding of the financial performance, financial position 

and financing and investing activities of the Company as the Full Financial Report. 

The accounting policies have been consistently applied by the Company and are 

consistent with the previous financial year. The Concise Financial Report is presented 

in Australian Dollars. 

A copy of the Full Financial Report and Auditor’s Report will be sent to any 

Voting Member free of charge upon written request. 

The following discussion has been included to assist Members in understanding the 

Concise Financial Report. 

Statement of Income 

The result for the year is an operating profit of $322,885, compared with an operating 

profit of $430,567 for the previous year. Current year operating profit generated from 

revenue of $3,936,814 and expenses of $3,613,929 compared with prior year revenue 

of $3,662,985 and expenses of $3,232,418. 

Balance Sheet 

The Balance Sheet sets out the assets and liabilities of the Company as at 30th September 

2007, disclosing current assets of $2,767,025 compared to current liabilities of $283,920, 

and non current assets of $330,140, compared to non current liabilities of $Nil. 

Cashflow Statement 

The Cashflow Statement discloses the net flows from operating activities of 

$428,585, investing activities of $(90,577) showing a net increase in cash of $338,008 

progressing the overall cash position of the Company from $1,661,127 to $1,999,135. 

Changes in Equity This statement reflects the profit for the year being $322,885. 



Income Statement for the Year Ended 30th September 2007 

Classification of Expenses by Nature 2007 2006 

Revenues from Ordinary Activities $3,936,814 $3,662,985 

Employee Expenses ($796,548) ($619,856) 

Depreciation Expenses ($71,294) ($59,434) 

Other Expenses from Ordinary Activities ($2,746,087) ($2,553,128) 

Profit / ( Loss ) before Income Tax $322,885 $430,567 

Income Tax Expense $0 $0 

Profit / ( Loss ) after Income Tax $322,885 $430,567 



Balance Sheet as at the 30th September 2007 

Current Assets 2007 2006 

Cash and Cash Equivalents $1,999,135 $1,661,127 

Investments $637,348 $599,691 

Receivables $96,862 $57,675 

Other $33,680 $19,229 

Total Current Assets $2,767,025 $2,337,722 

Property Plant & Equipment $330,140 $338,518 

Total Non Current Assets $330,140 $338,518 

Total Assets $3,097,165 $2,676,240 

Current Liabilities 

Payables $129,534 $74,160 

Provisions $154,386 $111,720 

Total Current Liabilities $283,920 $185,880 

Non Current Liabilities $0 $0 

Total Liabilities $283,920 $185,880 

Net Assets $2,813,245 $2,490,360 

Members Equity $0 $0 

Reserves $62,193 $62,193 

Accumulated Profits $2,751,052 $2,428,167 

Total Members Equity $2,813,245 $2,490,360 



Cash Flow Statement for the Year Ending 30th September 2007 

Cash Flows from Operating Activities 2007 2006 

Receipts from Members, 

Players & Customers 

$4,136,526 $3,904,514 

Payments to Suppliers & Employees ($3,844,725) ($3,492,403) 

Interest Received $136,784 $99,893 

Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities $428,585 $512,004 

Cash Flow from Investing Activities 

Proceeds from Sale of Assets $49,271 $55,453 

Payments for Plant & Equipment ($102,191) ($146,464) 

Increase in Short Term Deposits ($37,657) ($103,861) 

Net Cash Used in Investing Activities ($90,577) ($194,872) 

Net Increase \ Decrease in Cash Held $338,008 $317,132 

Cash and Cash Equivalents 

at Beginning of Year 

Cash and Cash Equivalents 

at End of Year 

$1,661,127 $1,343,994 

$1,999,135 $1,661,127 



Statement of Changes in Equity for the Year Ending 30th September 2007 

2007 2006 

Opening Balance – 1st October 2006 

Funds from Unincorporated Body $51,046 $51,046 

General Reserves $11,147 $11,147 

Retained Profits $2,428,167 $1,997,600 

Opening Balance – 1st October 2006 $2,490,360 $2,059,793 

Profit for Year $322,885 $430,567 

Closing Balance – 30th September 2007 

Funds from Unincorporated Body $51,046 $51,046 

General Reserves $11,147 $11,147 

Retained Profits $2,751,052 $2,428,167 

Closing Balance – 30th September 2007 $2,813,245 $2,490,360 


At A Glance 

Formation 

The Federation was established 9th September 1884 as the Northern District 

British Football Association. Northern NSW Football was established 31st January 2007. 

Membership 

• Third largest Football State of Australia 

• State Member – Football Federation of Australia (Not affiliated with NSW) 

• Boundaries – Lake Macquarie to Tweed Heads and inland (North West) 

Structure 

• 7 Zones 

• 251 Clubs 

Registrations 

• 48,511 Registered Players (Male & Female) 

• 1,085 Futsal Players 

• 1,013 Referees (Male & Female) 

Staffing 

• 10 full-time, 55 part-time/casual 

• School Visits – 210 schools / 31,500 students 

Programs 

• NSW Institute of Sport (Part funded by NNSWF) 

– 12 female players, 10 male players 

• John Warren Football Academy (Part funded by NNSWF) 

Hunter – 2 centres / 40 participants 

North Coast – 3 centres / 35 participants 

Northern Inland – 1 centre / 10 participants 

Total of 85 participants 

• Federation Premier Competitions 

– NBN State Soccer League (Hunter Region) 

– NEWFM First Division Soccer League (Hunter Region) 

– SSI State Youth League 

• Representative 

– Matildas (6 players) 

– Young Matildas (5 players) 

– Under 17 Boys (1 player) 


– National Championships (80 players – Male 14 & 15yrs/ Female 15 & 17 yrs) 

Development 

• Junior Underpinning Development Programs 

– Girls 14s (32 players) 

– Boys 13s (32 players) 

• Development/Exposure Program 

– Boys 17s, Asian Tour, Singapore/Malaysia 


At A Glance 

Formation 

The Federation was established 9th September 1884 as the Northern District 

British Football Association. Northern NSW Football was established 31st January 2007. 

Membership 

• Third largest Football State of Australia 

• State Member – Football Federation of Australia (Not affiliated with NSW) 

• Boundaries – Lake Macquarie to Tweed Heads and inland (North West) 

Structure 

• 7 Zones 

• 251 Clubs 

Registrations 

• 48,511 Registered Players (Male & Female) 

• 1,085 Futsal Players 

• 1,013 Referees (Male & Female) 

Staffing 

• 10 full-time, 55 part-time/casual 

• School Visits – 210 schools / 31,500 students 

Programs 

• NSW Institute of Sport (Part funded by NNSWF) 

– 12 female players, 10 male players 

• John Warren Football Academy (Part funded by NNSWF) 

Hunter – 2 centres / 40 participants 

North Coast – 3 centres / 35 participants 

Northern Inland – 1 centre / 10 participants 

Total of 85 participants 

• Federation Premier Competitions 

– NBN State Soccer League (Hunter Region) 

– NEWFM First Division Soccer League (Hunter Region) 

– SSI State Youth League 

• Representative 

– Matildas (6 players) 

– Young Matildas (5 players) 



– National Championships (80 players – Male 14 & 15yrs/ Female 15 & 17 yrs) 

Development 

• Junior Underpinning Development Programs 

– Girls 14s (32 players) 

– Boys 13s (32 players) 

• Development/Exposure Program 

– Boys 17s, Asian Tour, Singapore/Malaysia 


T 02 4964 8922 

F 02 4964 8921 

E admin@northernnswfootball.com.au 

235 Old Maitland Road Hexham NSW 2322 

www.northernnswfootball.com.au

Annual Report 2007 - Northern NSW Football

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