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
Proud of the 1️⃣3️⃣ Queensland match officials representing our state during the recent Hahn Australia Cup fixtures 👏
Well done and congratulations team 💪
Jul 28
Three matchweeks to go! Here`s how the #NPLQLD and #FQPL ladders are shaping up 📊👀
Jul 28
Pen Power`s Cup Specialist Strikes Again🏆
Niyah Joseph finds the back of the net in the #KappaQueenslandCup once again, taking his tally to 9 goals, topping the Golden Boot standings. After finishing as the competition`s top scorer in last year`s campaign, Joseph continues to prove why he`s one of Queensland`s most dangerous forwards
With another decisive contribution from their star striker, @peninsulapower have booked their place in the Final.
🎟️ Get your tickets now via the FQ website!
Jul 27
@gcunitedfc Set Up Derby Decider 🌴
Gold Coast United are through to the 2026 Women`s #KappaQueenslandCup Final after a commanding 3-0 victory over Edge Hill United in Cairns. Forward Letitia Emerich stole the show with a clinical brace, helping United overcome the Far North Queenslanders and secure their place in the competition`s showpiece event on the 22nd of August.
The victory sets up an all Gold Coast Final, with local bragging rights and Cup glory on the line in what promises to be a blockbuster decider.
🎟️ Get your tickets for the Final now via the FQ website
Jul 26
Lions book yet another Cup Final berth 🦁
@lionsfc1 are through to the 2026 #KappaQueenslandCup Final after a hard-fought 2-1 win over Marlin Coast Rangers in Cairns. Joshua Pin gave the hosts an early advantage, but Lions found another gear after the break. Blair Ponting`s back post header restored parity before Shaun Carlos struck the decisive goal in a physical and fiercely contested semi-final clash.
Jul 25
