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.
April’s acrobatic saves 🧤
From full-stretch denials to lightning-quick reflex stops, these keepers formed an unstoppable last line of defence for their teams.
Who delivered the most jaw-dropping moment between the sticks? Comment below to crown your Save of the Month!
❤️ Riley Shortland – @kawana_fc
🤗 Elli Chapple – @lionsfc1
😆 Caitlin Richards – @logan_lightning_fc
😮 Tyler Adams – @northlakesunitedfc
😢 Nikola Popovic – @stgwfc
😠 Jessica Joyce – North Lakes United
📺 Watch the top saves from April now on #FQTV
May 30

Queensland, it`s time to show us what you`ve got! 🎥
We`re on the hunt for the craziest goals, silky skills and iconic celebrations to be featured in our Veo Community Gols of the Week.
Send us your clips for your chance to be featured and bragging rights with your mates, link in bio!
May 30

In 2024, Football Queensland`s continued focus on targeting growth in commercial income through strengthened partnerships brought significant benefits, reducing the organisation`s reliance on registration income and allowing for strategic reinvestment back into the game ⚽
Find out more in the 2024 Annual Report on the FQ website.
#FootballinQueenslandUnited
May 30

April’s audacious strikes 🎯
Sit back, hit play, and relive the screamers, curlers, and top-bin brilliance from across April.
Who scored your Mitre Goal of the Month? React or drop a comment to cast your vote!
❤️ Rhys Jones - @mitcheltonfc
🤗 Jack Stewart - @northlakesunitedfc
😆 Kelsey Grant - @sunshinecoastwanderers
😮 Patrick Theodore - @southsunitedfc
😢 Mia Green - @brisbanecityfc
😠 Sara Daly - @olympicfc
📺 Watch the highlights from April on #FQTV!
May 30
