FQ Referee academy
Football Queensland’s commitment to enhancing referee development has led to the formation of a statewide Referee Academy for promising and dedicated young match officials.
The program enables the next generation to learn and develop as part of a supportive network while gaining valuable advice from experienced coaches.
Nominations for the 2025/26 FQ Referee Academy intake are now closed.
Your Refereeing Journey
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Junior Football Match Official (Level 4)
Once you complete your Junior Football Match Official field test you will be able to referee FQ Academy, Junior Community and School Football competitions.
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Senior Football Match Official (Level 3)
Officiate in U23, Senior Community and FQPL 3 - 6 competitions, with opportunities to be an assistant in the FQPL 1 & 2. This is also the minimum level required to join the FQ Referee Academy.
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Emerging Match Official (Level 2)
Referee in the NPL Queensland and FQPL 1 & 2 competitions with the opportunity to enter the National Referee Development Pathway.
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Advanced Match Official (Level 1)
The highest level a referee can reach in Queensland, allowing you to referee in top-level state and national competitions.
Take the next step on your journey by enrolling in a referee course near you.
Queensland taking centre stage at #MitreNFC26 today! 🙌
7️⃣ Queensland teams will have their matches live streamed today, giving supporters around the state a chance to follow the action live.
🎥 Watch live via Football Australia’s YouTube channel.
@ExperienceGoldCoast | #ExperienceGoldCoast
Jan 14
Our Queensland teams wasted no time making an impact as the Mitre National Futsal Championships kicked off on the Gold Coast 🤩
Day 1 brought fast, physical futsal at the Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre, with our state teams stepping onto the national stage ready to compete and leaving an impression with an impressive 63% win rate.
It’s early days, but the signs are promising. With a big week of futsal ahead, Queensland is only just getting started.
📖 Read the Day 1 wrap on the @nationalfutsalchamps website
Experience Gold Coast | #ExperienceGoldCoast
Jan 13
Let’s go, Queensland 🔥
Wishing our 23 Queensland teams the very best as they take on the nation at the 2026 Mitre National Futsal Championships kicking off tomorrow on the Gold Coast. Wear the badge with pride and enjoy every moment of the journey.
#MitreNFC26 | #ExperienceGoldCoast | @ExperienceGoldCoast
Jan 12
Referees are at the heart of every match, guiding the game, supporting players, and keeping football moving forward 🏃
If you love the game and want to stay involved in 2026, refereeing is your chance to:
⚽ Be part of the action
📚 Learn new skills
💰 Get paid doing something you love
👉 Start your online learning via entrainu and take your place in the game.
Jan 9
