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Victorian Basketball Referees Association (VBRA)

Locality: Wantirna South, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9837 8086

Address: State Basketball Centre, 291 George Street, 3152 Wantirna South, VIC, Australia

Website: http://vbra.basketball.net.au

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25.01.2022 ICYMI: Basketball Victoria and the Technical Officials Commission extends their deepest condolences to the friends and family of Life Member Neil Bradbury, who sadly passed away over the weekend.

25.01.2022 The Victorian Government’s 2020-21 Sporting Club Grants Program is now open! Apply to help your club out with funding to boost equipment, skills and administration expertise!

25.01.2022 Today Basketball Australia has announced the cancellation of the 2020 Australian School Championships in Melbourne this December. Visit our website for further information about this update.

25.01.2022 Congratulations to Daniel Battye and Troy Earle who have been selected to officiate in this week's WNBL Finals!

24.01.2022 Today is International Day of the Girl, in which the world is called to recognise the unique challenges that girls face globally and their enormous potential to bring about change. We're proud to see so many girls and women flourish across all levels of our sport and will work to ensure even more opportunities are created. #InternationalDayOfTheGirl

24.01.2022 Several Victorian officials will make the journey to Queensland this Chemist Warehouse WNBL season to officiate what can only be described as a season like none other. Congratulations to the five Victorians selected; Aydin Baker, Daniel Battye, Jason Kelly, Todd Spain and Troy Earle!

24.01.2022 Important subject to everyone in basketball. We can all do more to raise the profile of women's basketball and support everyone rising up in our sport. Well worth a listen to Chris Anstey, Candy Hertz and everyone on the Two Way Talk Video Podcast.

23.01.2022 What can we say about 2020? We endured, persisted and in spite of the challenges thrown our way we made it through. 2020 won’t be a fond year for many to look back on, but at least now we can say it has come and gone. Take what you can from this year and use it to go forward. Let’s make up for lost time set your sights twice as high in 2021 and make every second in the game your best one yet. ... What are your goals for 2021? Let us know in the comments. #NYE2020 #Bye2020 #TheAirBallOfYears

23.01.2022 We have LOVED seeing you all send in your BASKETBALL IS BACK photos! Smiling faces, freshly washed uniforms and a whole lot of excitement Did you make it into our pics this week? Keep sending in your moments

22.01.2022 In these iso times, it’s common to reflect on the past... so here's something to take us all back. You can now go back and re-watch all of the memories that were most important to our life members. We hope this series of videos on YouTube can refresh your memories about the life and contributions of these officials. Some have passed on, some are still active, some are enjoying their well earned retirement. We owe them all a great debt for their work in the establishment and development of our Technical Official’s family. Enjoy!

22.01.2022 Bill Mildenhall features on the 'My Life on the Line' podcast. Well worth a listen to hear a load of Bill's stories!

22.01.2022 Congratulations to Wendy Middleton for being awarded the 'Avis Scullin' award for service to the Scoretable Association for 2020.

22.01.2022 Basketball Australia has postponed the Australian Under-20 and Ivor Burge championships for 2021. For further information, please visit our website.

21.01.2022 Please visit our website for the latest Return To Sport Update: basketballvictoria.com.au//return-to-sport-updates-for-par

21.01.2022 Our #TBT this week takes us back four years as Basketball Victoria's own Bill Mildenhall was selected as the FIBA Referee Supervisor and Referee Game Commissioner at the Rio Olympic Games!

21.01.2022 "As a referee, Darcy always officiates fairly and with the upmost integrity for the sport, often being praised for his balanced and even his refereeing is." Congratulations to Darcy Williams on being named Official of the Year in the 2020 Whitehorse Sports Awards.

20.01.2022 Basketball Victoria sends its deepest sympathies to the friends and family of Kelvin Short, who sadly passed away recently. Kelvin was an integral part of Basketball Victoria Country events, from starting out as a referee at various tournaments, mentoring many younger referees from across the region. Kelvin refereed many CBL Men's Finals and eventually moved into referee coaching, where he continued to give back to the game he loved.... Vale.

20.01.2022 Bling bling! Jaz Shelley and her Oregon Women's Basketball team mates received their 2020 Pac-12 Championship rings this week! Looking sharp!

20.01.2022 Positions available at Collingwood All Stars Basketball, Wyndham Basketball Association and Camberwell Dragons! Head to our website to see all the positional availabilities.

20.01.2022 Basketball Victoria’s Technical Officials Commission (TOC) has decided to not hold the 2020 TOC Awards Function. Further information is available via our website.

18.01.2022 Basketball Victoria would like to make the following update regarding 2020 Country events.

18.01.2022 Amazing to see works begin on the $16.5m redevelopment of the Diamond Valley Sports and Fitness Centre! Will become an incredible stadium for Diamond Valley Basketball Association and the residents of Nillumbik Shire Council! For further information on the venue redevelopment, head to the Nillumbik Shire Council website: www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au/DVSFC

18.01.2022 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! Don't miss out on your chance to attend our 2020 'Women in Basketball: Finding the Balance' FREE Zoom event! Registration to attend will end today. For everyone who has already sent in their RSVP, you can expect a link to this event via your given emails this afternoon. Find out more about our guest speakers and register for this free event today - bit.ly/WIB2020RSVP #bvwomeninbasketball

17.01.2022 The 2022 Australian Under-16 Junior Championships will be held in Perth! Head to our website for further information.

16.01.2022 Basketball Victoria invites everyone to our 2020 'Women in Basketball: Finding the Balance' FREE Zoom event. Our event will highlight how women thrive in basketball while playing multiple roles in their families, in their professions and in their lives as a whole. The event will be held in a Q&A fashion, directed by our brilliant Master of Ceremonies Candy Hertz. There will be a number of elite sportswomen, business women and coaches speaking at this Women in Basketball Event. Find out more about our guest speakers and register for this free event today - bit.ly/WIB2020Zoom #BVWomenInBasketball

16.01.2022 WE TOLD YOU WE'D BE BACK! 255 days since it all shut down but today we can rejoice knowing that our sport can return to the court

16.01.2022 Congratulations to Basketball Ballarat for today being announced as the host association of the 2022 Australian Under-18 Junior Championships and Kevin Coombs Cup!

15.01.2022 Congratulations to Arthur Stone on an amazing career at VBRA Frankston and Frankston Basketball - FDBA with plenty more games to come!

15.01.2022 Get around the Southside Flyers in today's WNBL Grand Final! It tips off in half an hour and you can watch it live via ABC & iView, Fox Sports Ch. 507 and Kayo!

15.01.2022 C-C-C-C-COMBO! Show us your best combo moves with your family and friends and we'll share our favourites on the channel!

15.01.2022 Round 2 of the $40m Victorian Community Sport Sector Short-term Survival Package is open until 16 October. Grant top ups, new funds and more available to help community sporting clubs and associations during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Head to the Victorian Government website for further information: sport.vic.gov.au//backing-grassroots-sporting-clubs-across

14.01.2022 Today we pause to reflect on 11 November at 11.11am. Remembrance Day stands as a poignant and solemn day over a century since the end of the First World War. From the entirety of Basketball Victoria, we'd like to pay our respects to the Australian servicemen and servicewomen, past and present, in recognition of the work and sacrifices made to serve the peace and prosperity of our nation. #remembranceday2020

14.01.2022 Don't forget to celebrate the unsung heroes of your basketball community! Basketball Victoria and Bulla Family Dairy are proud to present the Bulla Local Heroes Competition! We want to recognise our community superstars who give their all to grow the game and support the next generation of basketball champions! Find out MORE NOW on our website: basketballvictoria.com.au/nominate-for-the-bulla-local-her/ Melbourne United Basketball Club ... #unfakeable See more

14.01.2022 HAPPY NEW YEAR! It's upwards and onwards for 2021 with plenty of basketball to come What are your goals for the new year? Tell us below! #NewYears2021

13.01.2022 Basketball Victoria and the Technical Officials Commission would like to express their deepest sympathies to the friends and family of Lesley Burgess, who sadly passed away recently.

13.01.2022 McKinnon’s priority during lockdown was to prepare and be ready to launch the right plan to coincide with the State Government’s evolving roadmap." Find out what McKinnon Basketball Association has in store for participants with the unveiling of 'The Cage'!

13.01.2022 Today is International Day of People with Disability, a day to celebrate the 4.4 million Australians living with a disability. Basketball is an inclusive game that can be enjoyed by everyone and Basketball Victoria has a firm commitment to providing an opportunity for people of all abilities and backgrounds to be involved. It's all about 'seeing the ability in disability'. #DisableStereotypes #IDPwD International Day of People with Disability - Australia

12.01.2022 In these ‘iso’ times, it’s common to reflect on past times. Over the coming weeks we’re going to re-post our life member videos to refresh our memories about the life and contributions of these officials. Some have passed on, some are still active, some are enjoying their well earned retirement. We owe them all a great debt for their work in the establishment and development of our Technical Official’s family. Please free to share these widely ! Enjoy.... https://youtu.be/XYB2JNNMXgg

11.01.2022 With Victoria currently in lockdown, the mental health of all Victorians will again be tested. Basketball Victoria have teamed up with Lifeline to present a Mental Health Round across Victorian Junior Basketball League, Big V Basketball and NBL1 South on June 25-27, an initiative more important than ever. Statement orange Lifeline socks will be worn during the inaugural Mental Health Round. These socks are now available for pre-order before the round via Basketball Victor...ia’s Online Shop for $10 a pair with 50% of the sale proceeds going to Lifeline Australia. Purchase your socks here: bit.ly/BVLifelineSocks. Orders need to be placed by Wednesday June 16 so they can be delivered on time. On the back end of a global pandemic, support and awareness for mental health is more important than ever, and we hope this round provides an avenue for all members inside and outside of basketball to prioritise their wellbeing. We urge all players, coaches, clubs and the community to get on board with this initiative in 2021, and be involved in something that is set to make history.

11.01.2022 Basketball Victoria and the Technical Officials Commission would like to extend its deepest condolences to the friends and family of Life Member Neil Bradbury, who sadly passed away over the weekend.

11.01.2022 There’s no denying that all Victorians are doing it tough right now, and while we may not be able to give our friends and family physical hugs right now, that doesn't mean we can't still be there for them. This #RUOKDay make sure you reach out to your friends, family, team mates and anyone that just needs someone at the moment. Let them know you care and that you're always there for them. There's more to say after RUOK. Learn how to keep the conversation going at ruokay.org.au

11.01.2022 Best memories of last year's Country Jamboree. Who is keen to get back to Echuca next year?

10.01.2022 The #VJBL21 season may not tip-off until tomorrow night, but this doesn't mean our eager associations haven't been getting in some good practice! Last Friday, we took a trip to Casey Basketball to catch some of their boys pre-season practice games against Southern Basketball Association. Here's what they had to say! We can't wait to share your voices this #VJBL21 season and we're coming for you this week girls, so stay tuned!

10.01.2022 We’re % sure it’s World Statistics Day so here’s a shout out to EVERY SINGLE ONE of our amazing statisticians that help complete our game!

10.01.2022 ONE MORE WEEK TO REGISTER for our 2020 'Women in Basketball: Finding the Balance' FREE Zoom event! Our wonderful speakers are getting excited to share their voices, wisdom and anecdotes for all to listen and learn from. Register for this free event today - bit.ly/WIB2020RSVP #bvwomeninbasketball

09.01.2022 Congratulations to Victorian referee Daniel Battye who has been selected as the Crew Chief for today's WNBL Grand Final! Incredible reward for an impressive season in the bubble.

09.01.2022 The following is a Return to Sport update from Basketball Victoria. Head to our website for further information: basketballvictoria.com.au//return-to-sport-updates-for-pa/

09.01.2022 Basketball Victoria will host two webinars on Registration Types, Processes and Fees (Tuesday 1 December) as well as PlayHQ Programs (Wednesday 2 December) These free Zoom sessions are perfect for administrators, managers and volunteers to develop the skills needed to administer your programs more efficiently. Register today via our website.

09.01.2022 The South East Melbourne Phoenix Spalding contest ends TODAY! Enter now to be in the running for an incredible Spalding and NBL prize pack as well as a Phoenix two-on-two game! Enter here for a chance to transform your backyard into a ballers paradise: bit.ly/39mgWKA

08.01.2022 Applications close on MONDAY for two roles at Basketball Victoria - Community Outreach Project Officer and Design Coordinator (Parental Leave cover). Head to our website for further information on these two available positions within the sports industry!

08.01.2022 It’s time to celebrate the unsung heroes of your basketball community! Basketball Victoria and Bulla Family Dairy are proud to present the Bulla Local Heroes Competition! We want to recognise our community superstars who give their all to grow the game and support the next generation of basketball champions! We will announce a Bulla Local Heroes winner each week over 4 weeks, with each winning a THREE-MONTH supply of Bulla’s award-winning Murray St Ice Cream! Those winners ...in the running to win our major prize pack, brought to you by Bulla and Melbourne United Basketball Club, including a signed Chris Goulding jersey, premium Melbourne United home game tickets to a game of your choice and a 12-MONTH supply of Bulla Ice Cream! To nominate your community’s Bulla Local Heroes, head across to our website! basketballvictoria.com.au/nominate-for-the-bulla-local-her/ #unfakeable

08.01.2022 Basketball Victoria, in consultation with our commissions, associations and league delegates, has decided to postpone or cancel a number of basketball related competitions and events in the best interest of public health and safety. Please visit our website for further information: https://basketballvictoria.com.au//return-to-sport-update/

08.01.2022 The Victorian Government, on advice from the Department of Health, has further eased restrictions from the circuit-breaker lockdown for Greater Melbourne and Regional Victoria, with these measures starting from Thursday 10 June at 11.59pm. Unfortunately, there is some confusion with the detail of the restrictions released today, specifically for community indoor sport in Regional Victoria. We have been in close communication with Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) and what... we do know is: Metropolitan Melbourne: unfortunately, there is no indoor sport until the next announcement for easing restrictions. Organised outdoor community sport is permitted for children (those who wish to commit to outdoor games for ages 18 and under), with adults restricted to training only. Outdoor activity is restricted to a maximum of 10 people per group. Density quotient of 1 person per 4sqm applies. Regional Victoria: is open for all ages training and competition, however we need further clarity on the number allowed indoors for each venue. We will be receiving detailed Restricted Activity Directions overnight and will provide a further update tomorrow. Head to our website for further information: bit.ly/BVRTSUpdate

07.01.2022 The announcement on Monday 26 October by the Victorian Government is good news for a step towards a COVID-Normal life for Victorians and some easing of restrictions for basketball across Victoria. The following is a Return to Sport update from Basketball Victoria. Head to our website for further information: https://basketballvictoria.com.au/covid-19/

07.01.2022 Applications are now open for VicHealth's latest funding! Sporting clubs, leagues and associations who can help young people and Victorians experiencing disadvantage are eligible for up to $50,000! www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/funding/reimagining-health-grants

06.01.2022 #VJBL21 VENUE ATTENDANCE UPDATE Ahead of Round 1 of the Victorian Junior Basketball League this Friday, Basketball Victoria would like to update parents and patrons attending about venue attendance. With current Victorian Government COVID-19 restrictions still in place for patron numbers per venue, we recommend that only one adult/parent/guardian attends the venue with each player, as the capacity at each venue is different. This is to avoid disappointment if additional patrons or spectators are knocked back at the door. We also advise that teams leave the venue directly after the game to avoid unnecessary contact with teams playing after your child’s game. If you have any specific venue questions please contact your association.

06.01.2022 Andrew, Ulli, Ken or Kate? Voting for our Bulla Family Dairy Local Heroes Overall Winner tips off at 5pm TOMORROW! Head to the Basketball Victoria Facebook or Instagram to vote! #Bulla #Unfakeable

06.01.2022 Rod Bush was elevated to Basketball Victoria Life Membership this week at our Annual General Meeting. Congratulations to Rod on this accolade highlighting a lifetime of extraordinary contribution to Victorian basketball.

06.01.2022 Basketball Victoria is pleased to confirm the return of indoor basketball for participants of all ages across Victoria. Please visit our website for further information: basketballvictoria.com.au//return-to-sport-updates-for-par

05.01.2022 Basketball Victoria would like to make the following update regarding the cancellation of select representative tournaments and events throughout the remainder of 2020 and early 2021.

05.01.2022 On behalf of everyone at Basketball Victoria, we would like to wish you all a safe and happy holiday season May everything on your wishlist come true. Happy Holidays!

04.01.2022 Need your dose of Thursday trivia...? We've got you covered! For the next couple of weeks, we're teaming up with Spalding to keep you entertained with some basketball trivia WHILE giving you a weekly chance to win some prizes All you have to do is head to @basketball_vic on Instagram and answer the trivia questions on our story. There'll be a new lot of questions every Thursday night. If you get our final question correct you'll go into the chance to win whatever the weekly prize is - THAT EASY! Head to our Instagram now to see this week's prize! #BVSpaldingTrivia #TriviaThursdays #HoopsAtHome

03.01.2022 Due to the Victorian Government's circuit-breaker lockdown, basketball in Victoria will be reduced to RED-0 for the next seven days in line with our Return to Sport Guidelines. Please visit our website for further information: https://basketballvictoria.com.au//return-to-sport-updates

03.01.2022 Congratulations to Helen Pawsey for receiving the TOC Chairman's Award for 2020.

03.01.2022 Today marks the first day of #NAIDOCWeek 2020, with this year’s theme of ‘Always Was, Always Will Be.’ NAIDOC 2020 invites all Australians to embrace the true history of this country a history which dates back thousands of generations. It’s about seeing, hearing and learning the First Nations’ 65,000+ year history of this country - which is Australian history. ‘Always Was, Always Will Be.’ acknowledges that hundreds of Nations and our cultures covered this continent. All ...were managing the land - the biggest estate on earth - to sustainably provide for their future. Across this week we will share stories of Indigenous rising stars in the Victorian basketball community to help showcase their amazing journeys. If you want to know more about NAIDOC Week or want to get involved - visit naidoc.org.au We want all Australians to celebrate that we have the oldest continuing cultures on the planet and to recognise that our sovereignty was never ceded. National NAIDOC

02.01.2022 Head to our Instagram story to submit a question for our incredible speakers at the Basketball Victoria’s 2020 Women In Basketball: Finding the Balance event This year's event will be online via Zoom and will highlight how women thrive in basketball while playing multiple roles in their families, in their professions and in their lives as a whole For more information and to register for free, click here: basketballvictoria.com.au/2020-women-in-basketball-finding- #bvwomeninbasketball

02.01.2022 Please visit our website for an update from Basketball Victoria regarding our Board-endorsed management restructure and departmental realignment.

02.01.2022 Andrew Gaze is joining The Male Hug Network #Talktober Challenge... and so should you! Men are being encouraged to register during September to call a buddy every day for the month of #Talktober. Partners and Supporters are being asked to also head to the website - www.themalehug.com.au - to support someone taking the challenge!

01.01.2022 As of 1 October 2020, the new edition of the FIBA Official Basketball Rules have come into effect. Head to our website to help your return to basketball.

01.01.2022 We congratulate Neil Black for receiving his Life Membership and also our Service Award winners for 2020 - Pam Brasher, Carmel Murray, Keith Vaughan and Dennis Boyer.

01.01.2022 VicHealth is offering funding to sporting clubs, leagues and associations who can help young people and Victorians experiencing disadvantage with grants of up to $50,000! Applications open 16 September for funding by November: www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/funding/reimagining-health-grants

01.01.2022 Please visit our website for the latest Return to Sport update: basketballvictoria.com.au//return-to-sport-updates-for-par

01.01.2022 Sayin It With Sara has a big guest this week with Southside Flyers star recruit Liz Cambage! Head to the Flyers Instagram at 10am Sunday!

01.01.2022 We've selected our four favourites from the Bulla Family Dairy Local Heroes competition and now it's up to you to select our Overall Winner! Head to our Facebook or Instagram social media pages on Friday 2 October to vote! Further information on our four weekly winners and the prize they can win is available via our website: basketballvictoria.com.au/bulla-local-heroes-vote-for-overa Melbourne United Basketball Club #bulla #unfakeable

01.01.2022 Head to our Positions Available page for new career opportunities from Bendigo Stadium and Wyndham Basketball Association!

01.01.2022 This weekend referee Todd Spain was presented with his WNBL Life Membership ring at Cairns Pop-Up Arena by Basketball Australia Head of Projects and Operations, Mark Quinn. Read more https://bit.ly/3mjgqm9