At Netball Australia, we believe quality facilities are essential to creating safe, inclusive and welcoming environments where everyone can enjoy and participate in netball. This Facilities Hub provides practical resources to support Associations, Clubs, Schools, facility owners and managers to plan, develop, maintain and improve netball facilities. Whether you are planning a new facility, upgrading an existing venue or looking for practical ways to improve your current environment, these resources provide guidance to help create facilities that are safe, accessible, welcoming and fit for purpose. Together we can create facilities that support positive experiences and help more individuals enjoy, participate and belong in netball.
Facilities Guidelines
The Netball Australia Facilities Guidelines provide practical guidance to help Associations, Clubs, Schools and facility managers create safe, accessible, inclusive and welcoming netball environments. The Guidelines consider the broader facility experience including courts, pathways, accessibility, amenities, changerooms, lighting and other integral facility components. Use these Guidelines to identify opportunities to improve existing facilities or inform the planning of future developments.
Facilities Technical Manual
The Netball Australia Technical Manual provides detailed guidance to support the planning, design and development of quality netball facilities. The Manual covers key technical considerations including court design, playing surfaces, lighting, equipment, amenities and accessibility. It is a valuable resource for Associations, Clubs, Schools, Local Government Agencies and other stakeholders involved in facility planning and development.
Facilities Fact Sheets
The Netball Australia Facilities Fact Sheets provide simple, practical information on key facility topics. Designed to be easy to use and share, the Fact Sheets provide key considerations and practical tips to support Associations, Clubs, Schools and facility stakeholders identify opportunities for improvement and support facility planning and decision making. Explore the Fact Sheets below and share them with committee members, volunteers, facility managers and other stakeholders involved in your facility.
- Compliance Fact Sheet (PDF)
- Court Covers and Airhalls Fact Sheet (PDF)
- Court Maintenance Fact Sheet (PDF)
- Designated Substitution Zones Fact Sheet (PDF)
- Inclusive Facilities Fact Sheet (PDF)
- Joint Facilities Fact Sheet (PDF)
- Lighting Fact Sheet (PDF)
- NetSetGo Modified Rules Fact Sheet (PDF)
- Substitution Information Fact Sheet (PDF)
- Tactical Changes Update Fact Sheet (PDF)
For More Information
Netball Australia encourages Associations, Clubs, Schools and Local Government Authorities to contact their respective State or Territory Member Organisation for further information and guidance on facilities.