Introducing our 10 Referee Reforms
Record Investment
Record investment in FQ officials, strategy, training and resources
Play for Free - Officials Fee Reform
FQ junior referees will play for free with their FQ fee waived
FQ senior referees receive $80 discount when playing
Club Referee Revolution
The statewide rollout of '1 Club Referee per team' at every Queensland Club
New Roles in the Officials Dept.
NEW Club Referee Support Officer - to support clubs with the rollout of the Club Referee Strategy Appointment of Alex King as Head of Advanced Match Officials to strengthen FQ Referee development
New Investment in Matchday Coaching
Significant new investment into Match Day Referee Coaches
New Appointments Algorithm
Transformational appointment algorithm to streamline match official appointments in Squadi for 2026
Transformational Fixturing Reforms
FQ fixturing reforms to transform appointments, to now be completed several months in advance
New Online Referee Shop
Improved and streamlined access to referee apparel following significant development and rollout during 2025
Strengthened Protect Our Game
The nation leading Protect Our Game initiative has been strengthened, with stronger enforcement to support and protect Queensland match officials
Regional Coach & Development Officers
FQ Region-based Referee Coach & Development Officers have been appointed to enhance development and support regional officials
The Impact
Club Referee Program
“At first, I thought the JMFO course was just something the club wanted us to do, but it turned out to be really helpful. I understand the rules so much better now, and it’s made me a smarter player. Plus, I feel confident stepping in as a referee when the team needs me.”
Brisbane City Player
What a week it`s been🏆⚽
The 2026 @stepout.ai #FQAcademy State Championships showcased the very best of Queensland`s next generation, with players, coaches and teams from across the state coming together for six unforgettable days of football in Moreton Bay.
A huge thank you to everyone who played their part in making the biggest-ever edition of the tournament such a success.
Relive some of the best moments from the week in photos 📸
@visitmoretonbay | #visitmoretonbay
Jul 13
Marquez Walters bags a hat-trick in a #NPLQLD thriller! 🎩🔥
Walters delivered when it mattered most, firing @moretoncityexcelsiorfc to a crucial 4-3 victory in a seven-goal classic as the race heats up across the league.
Watch highlights on #FQTV.
Jul 13
@bnestrikersfc have secured promotion to the #NPLQLD and will return to the top flight of Queensland football in 2027!
After last competing in the NPL Queensland in 2021, Strikers have earned their way back and will once again take their place among the state’s best.
Congratulations to Kevin A`Herne-Evans and the entire squad on a tremendous season and a deserved promotion.
Jul 12
Congratulations to these #NPLQLD and #FQPL coaches who were at the top of their game in June, earning Coach of the Month honours 👏
𝗡𝗣𝗟 𝗠𝗲𝗻: Aaron Philp - @peninsulapower
𝗡𝗣𝗟 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻: Glynn Boyd - @goldcoastknightsfc
𝗙𝗤𝗣𝗟 𝟭 𝗠𝗲𝗻: Gary Newcome - @sunshinecoastwanderers
𝗙𝗤𝗣𝗟 𝟭 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻: Due to limited fixtures in June, this award will be combined with July’s Coach of the Month honours.
𝗙𝗤𝗣𝗟 𝟮 𝗠𝗲𝗻: Glen Volker - @grangethistle
𝗙𝗤𝗣𝗟 𝟮 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻: Trent Knack - @swqthunderfc
Jul 10
Surely you’ve got 6 weeks in your legs! 😅
PlayOn social leagues kick off on August 3, designed to be easy, affordable, and actually fun to commit to.
Just lock in a night, grab your mates, and play.
Jul 10
