Netball ACT is a prominent sports club in Canberra, Australia, that is dedicated to promoting and developing the sport of netball in the region. With a rich history that dates back to the 1940s, the club has played a pivotal role in the growth and success of netball in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).
The club first began as the ACT Women's Basket Ball Association in the 1940s and later evolved into the Canberra Netball Association (CNA) and the South Canberra Netball Association (SCNA) in 1970. To ensure the sport's organisation and governance, the ACT Netball Association (Netball ACT) was formed in 1973, consolidating these two associations. Netball ACT was granted full membership to Netball Australia in 1975, making it the governing body for netball in the ACT.
Netball ACT boasts several member associations, including the Belconnen Netball Association (BNA), Arawang Netball Association (ANA), and Tuggeranong Netball Association (TNA). These associations operate across different locations in Canberra and contribute to the overall development and participation in netball in the region.
The headquarters of Netball ACT is located at the Solarhub Netball Centre in Southwell Park, Lyneham, which has been its operational base since 1990. The Solarhub Netball Centre is a state-of-the-art facility that provides top-class training and competition opportunities for netball enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.
Netball ACT offers a range of programmes and competitions catering to various age groups and abilities. The club organises the HCF State League, which showcases the best netball talent in the ACT. Additionally, social competitions are available for those looking for a more casual and recreational netball experience.
In addition to its focus on competitions, Netball ACT actively engages with the community through various events and initiatives. The club collaborates with schools through the Sporting Schools programme to introduce netball to young students. They also run the Woolworths NetSetGO programme, which provides introductory netball experiences for children aged 5 to 10.
Netball ACT has partnerships with organisations such as SolarHub, who have extended their naming rights agreement with the club. These partnerships contribute to the overall development and sustainability of netball in the ACT.
As a socially responsible organisation, Netball ACT acknowledges and respects the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which it is based, the Ngunnawal people. The club pays its respects to Elders past, present, and emerging and recognises the contributions of all indigenous people and families connected to the lands of the ACT and region.
With its strong history, state-of-the-art facilities, and commitment to community engagement, Netball ACT continues to be a prominent force in promoting and developing netball in Canberra and the surrounding areas.