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NZ Herald
a day ago
- Sport
- NZ Herald
Kea Kids News: Silver Ferns coach Chatham Islands kids
Reporter Shylar is on lovely Rēkohu, where Silver Ferns Remi Kamo and Maia Wilson are showing the kids some netball skills, and for Remi to connect with her Chathams roots.
The Advertiser
24-06-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Money worries top Super Netball player concerns: survey
Australia's leading netballers are most worried about financial security and fair pay - and most don't feel comfortable about raising issues with governing body Netball Australia. The first anonymous player survey conducted by the Australian Netball Players' Association considered Super Netballers' thoughts on issues such as fertility, career transition, mental health and workload balance, as well as money. Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, minimum salaries will rise to $46,600 and the average salary to $86,500 by 2026. By comparison, AFLW players' average salary will increase to $82,000 by the end of 2027. But the minimum salary for AFLW players has risen this year to $67,337, which is a large leap from netball. According to the survey, which asked players to rank their key challenges, 69 per cent listed financial security as No.1, with a number of players requiring additional external employment. "This remains the most pressing concern, reflecting ongoing issues around salary equity, job stability, cost of living pressures, and the need for supplementary income through work outside netball," the ANPA survey stated. More than half of the players surveyed (56 per cent) stated scheduling and workload balance as their second biggest challenge - attempting to balance training, travel and games with work, study and a personal life. The other top two challenges were career transition support post netball (47 per cent), and mental health and well-being (25 per cent). "While fewer players listed this as a key challenge compared to other categories, it still reflects that one in four athletes experience wellbeing difficulties significant enough to impact performance or life satisfaction," the survey posits. The survey also showed that 56 per cent of players accessed mental health support services in the past year. While almost all players are comfortable raising concerns with their teammates or the ANPA, only 12 per cent said they were with Netball Australia (NA). The governing body was accused earlier this year of mishandling a complaint against the Queensland Firebirds by former player Remi Kamo. Kamo became the first Super Netball player to lodge an official complaint, accusing the club of bullying, gaslighting and an "unsafe environment" before her departure in mid-2024. After a seven-month independent review, NA announced in March that Kamo's allegations "were not substantiated". However Kamo was backed by the union, which claimed "key steps expected in a fair and thorough process may have been missed". The survey also questioned players about reproductive health with 28 per cent reporting "anxiety", while 89 per cent would participate in a free fertility check. "This demonstrates a high level of interest in reproductive health support and suggests that access to services like fertility testing could empower players with valuable information about their future options," the ANPA wrote. The players' body said the results would guide targeted support strategies across the sport. Australia's leading netballers are most worried about financial security and fair pay - and most don't feel comfortable about raising issues with governing body Netball Australia. The first anonymous player survey conducted by the Australian Netball Players' Association considered Super Netballers' thoughts on issues such as fertility, career transition, mental health and workload balance, as well as money. Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, minimum salaries will rise to $46,600 and the average salary to $86,500 by 2026. By comparison, AFLW players' average salary will increase to $82,000 by the end of 2027. But the minimum salary for AFLW players has risen this year to $67,337, which is a large leap from netball. According to the survey, which asked players to rank their key challenges, 69 per cent listed financial security as No.1, with a number of players requiring additional external employment. "This remains the most pressing concern, reflecting ongoing issues around salary equity, job stability, cost of living pressures, and the need for supplementary income through work outside netball," the ANPA survey stated. More than half of the players surveyed (56 per cent) stated scheduling and workload balance as their second biggest challenge - attempting to balance training, travel and games with work, study and a personal life. The other top two challenges were career transition support post netball (47 per cent), and mental health and well-being (25 per cent). "While fewer players listed this as a key challenge compared to other categories, it still reflects that one in four athletes experience wellbeing difficulties significant enough to impact performance or life satisfaction," the survey posits. The survey also showed that 56 per cent of players accessed mental health support services in the past year. While almost all players are comfortable raising concerns with their teammates or the ANPA, only 12 per cent said they were with Netball Australia (NA). The governing body was accused earlier this year of mishandling a complaint against the Queensland Firebirds by former player Remi Kamo. Kamo became the first Super Netball player to lodge an official complaint, accusing the club of bullying, gaslighting and an "unsafe environment" before her departure in mid-2024. After a seven-month independent review, NA announced in March that Kamo's allegations "were not substantiated". However Kamo was backed by the union, which claimed "key steps expected in a fair and thorough process may have been missed". The survey also questioned players about reproductive health with 28 per cent reporting "anxiety", while 89 per cent would participate in a free fertility check. "This demonstrates a high level of interest in reproductive health support and suggests that access to services like fertility testing could empower players with valuable information about their future options," the ANPA wrote. The players' body said the results would guide targeted support strategies across the sport. Australia's leading netballers are most worried about financial security and fair pay - and most don't feel comfortable about raising issues with governing body Netball Australia. The first anonymous player survey conducted by the Australian Netball Players' Association considered Super Netballers' thoughts on issues such as fertility, career transition, mental health and workload balance, as well as money. Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, minimum salaries will rise to $46,600 and the average salary to $86,500 by 2026. By comparison, AFLW players' average salary will increase to $82,000 by the end of 2027. But the minimum salary for AFLW players has risen this year to $67,337, which is a large leap from netball. According to the survey, which asked players to rank their key challenges, 69 per cent listed financial security as No.1, with a number of players requiring additional external employment. "This remains the most pressing concern, reflecting ongoing issues around salary equity, job stability, cost of living pressures, and the need for supplementary income through work outside netball," the ANPA survey stated. More than half of the players surveyed (56 per cent) stated scheduling and workload balance as their second biggest challenge - attempting to balance training, travel and games with work, study and a personal life. The other top two challenges were career transition support post netball (47 per cent), and mental health and well-being (25 per cent). "While fewer players listed this as a key challenge compared to other categories, it still reflects that one in four athletes experience wellbeing difficulties significant enough to impact performance or life satisfaction," the survey posits. The survey also showed that 56 per cent of players accessed mental health support services in the past year. While almost all players are comfortable raising concerns with their teammates or the ANPA, only 12 per cent said they were with Netball Australia (NA). The governing body was accused earlier this year of mishandling a complaint against the Queensland Firebirds by former player Remi Kamo. Kamo became the first Super Netball player to lodge an official complaint, accusing the club of bullying, gaslighting and an "unsafe environment" before her departure in mid-2024. After a seven-month independent review, NA announced in March that Kamo's allegations "were not substantiated". However Kamo was backed by the union, which claimed "key steps expected in a fair and thorough process may have been missed". The survey also questioned players about reproductive health with 28 per cent reporting "anxiety", while 89 per cent would participate in a free fertility check. "This demonstrates a high level of interest in reproductive health support and suggests that access to services like fertility testing could empower players with valuable information about their future options," the ANPA wrote. The players' body said the results would guide targeted support strategies across the sport.
Perth Now
24-06-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Money worries top Super Netball player concerns: survey
Australia's leading netballers are most worried about financial security and fair pay - and most don't feel comfortable about raising issues with governing body Netball Australia. The first anonymous player survey conducted by the Australian Netball Players' Association considered Super Netballers' thoughts on issues such as fertility, career transition, mental health and workload balance, as well as money. Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, minimum salaries will rise to $46,600 and the average salary to $86,500 by 2026. By comparison, AFLW players' average salary will increase to $82,000 by the end of 2027. But the minimum salary for AFLW players has risen this year to $67,337, which is a large leap from netball. According to the survey, which asked players to rank their key challenges, 69 per cent listed financial security as No.1, with a number of players requiring additional external employment. "This remains the most pressing concern, reflecting ongoing issues around salary equity, job stability, cost of living pressures, and the need for supplementary income through work outside netball," the ANPA survey stated. More than half of the players surveyed (56 per cent) stated scheduling and workload balance as their second biggest challenge - attempting to balance training, travel and games with work, study and a personal life. The other top two challenges were career transition support post netball (47 per cent), and mental health and well-being (25 per cent). "While fewer players listed this as a key challenge compared to other categories, it still reflects that one in four athletes experience wellbeing difficulties significant enough to impact performance or life satisfaction," the survey posits. The survey also showed that 56 per cent of players accessed mental health support services in the past year. While almost all players are comfortable raising concerns with their teammates or the ANPA, only 12 per cent said they were with Netball Australia (NA). The governing body was accused earlier this year of mishandling a complaint against the Queensland Firebirds by former player Remi Kamo. Kamo became the first Super Netball player to lodge an official complaint, accusing the club of bullying, gaslighting and an "unsafe environment" before her departure in mid-2024. After a seven-month independent review, NA announced in March that Kamo's allegations "were not substantiated". However Kamo was backed by the union, which claimed "key steps expected in a fair and thorough process may have been missed". The survey also questioned players about reproductive health with 28 per cent reporting "anxiety", while 89 per cent would participate in a free fertility check. "This demonstrates a high level of interest in reproductive health support and suggests that access to services like fertility testing could empower players with valuable information about their future options," the ANPA wrote. The players' body said the results would guide targeted support strategies across the sport.
The Advertiser
10-05-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Thunderbirds clip Firebirds' wings in Super showdown
Reigning champions Adelaide have snapped a two-game losing streak, overcoming Queensland in a Super Netball top-four clash in Brisbane. The Thunderbirds moved to outright second on the competition table with a rousing 62-53 win over the Firebirds on Saturday, as all teams chase the unbeaten NSW Swifts. Suffering a third straight loss, the Firebirds remain in fourth with the remainder of the round to be completed. The loss capped a forgettable week for the Queensland side, who were back in the headlines with allegations by ex-player Remi Kamo of a toxic culture at the club resurfacing. Adelaide were missing star defender Shamera Sterling-Humphrey, who announced her pregnancy last week, but goal defence Latanya Wilson stepped up with a stand-out performance. "We knew that we wanted this game and we did it for our skipper (Hannah Petty) as it was her 100th game," said Wilson, who was named player of the match. "I'm so proud of my own performance as I've known that there's been room for improvement but I'm humbled to go out there and try to do the best for the team in each game." The Firebirds got off to a strong start, racing to a 19-17 lead, with goal-shooter Mary Cholhok finding the ring for 11 goals. But Adelaide answered to dominate the second stanza to hold a 33-30 lead by halftime. Little split the teams in the third quarter, although the visitors were able to maintain their three-point buffer thanks to Romelda Aiken-George. The veteran sharpshooter finished the match with a haul of 34 goals from 46 attempts while goal attack Lauren Frew was on range, bagging a valuable 22 from 23. It had an immediate impact with Aiken-George and Lauren Frew scoring back-to-back goals for a 52-49 lead. With the margin blowing out to five goals, Firebirds coach Kiri Wills tried the same tactic but her side were unable to close the gap in the dying minutes. Cholhok finished with 35 goals from 47 attempts to lead their scoring while goal-keeper Isabelle Shearer was the star performer in defence. Reigning champions Adelaide have snapped a two-game losing streak, overcoming Queensland in a Super Netball top-four clash in Brisbane. The Thunderbirds moved to outright second on the competition table with a rousing 62-53 win over the Firebirds on Saturday, as all teams chase the unbeaten NSW Swifts. Suffering a third straight loss, the Firebirds remain in fourth with the remainder of the round to be completed. The loss capped a forgettable week for the Queensland side, who were back in the headlines with allegations by ex-player Remi Kamo of a toxic culture at the club resurfacing. Adelaide were missing star defender Shamera Sterling-Humphrey, who announced her pregnancy last week, but goal defence Latanya Wilson stepped up with a stand-out performance. "We knew that we wanted this game and we did it for our skipper (Hannah Petty) as it was her 100th game," said Wilson, who was named player of the match. "I'm so proud of my own performance as I've known that there's been room for improvement but I'm humbled to go out there and try to do the best for the team in each game." The Firebirds got off to a strong start, racing to a 19-17 lead, with goal-shooter Mary Cholhok finding the ring for 11 goals. But Adelaide answered to dominate the second stanza to hold a 33-30 lead by halftime. Little split the teams in the third quarter, although the visitors were able to maintain their three-point buffer thanks to Romelda Aiken-George. The veteran sharpshooter finished the match with a haul of 34 goals from 46 attempts while goal attack Lauren Frew was on range, bagging a valuable 22 from 23. It had an immediate impact with Aiken-George and Lauren Frew scoring back-to-back goals for a 52-49 lead. With the margin blowing out to five goals, Firebirds coach Kiri Wills tried the same tactic but her side were unable to close the gap in the dying minutes. Cholhok finished with 35 goals from 47 attempts to lead their scoring while goal-keeper Isabelle Shearer was the star performer in defence. Reigning champions Adelaide have snapped a two-game losing streak, overcoming Queensland in a Super Netball top-four clash in Brisbane. The Thunderbirds moved to outright second on the competition table with a rousing 62-53 win over the Firebirds on Saturday, as all teams chase the unbeaten NSW Swifts. Suffering a third straight loss, the Firebirds remain in fourth with the remainder of the round to be completed. The loss capped a forgettable week for the Queensland side, who were back in the headlines with allegations by ex-player Remi Kamo of a toxic culture at the club resurfacing. Adelaide were missing star defender Shamera Sterling-Humphrey, who announced her pregnancy last week, but goal defence Latanya Wilson stepped up with a stand-out performance. "We knew that we wanted this game and we did it for our skipper (Hannah Petty) as it was her 100th game," said Wilson, who was named player of the match. "I'm so proud of my own performance as I've known that there's been room for improvement but I'm humbled to go out there and try to do the best for the team in each game." The Firebirds got off to a strong start, racing to a 19-17 lead, with goal-shooter Mary Cholhok finding the ring for 11 goals. But Adelaide answered to dominate the second stanza to hold a 33-30 lead by halftime. Little split the teams in the third quarter, although the visitors were able to maintain their three-point buffer thanks to Romelda Aiken-George. The veteran sharpshooter finished the match with a haul of 34 goals from 46 attempts while goal attack Lauren Frew was on range, bagging a valuable 22 from 23. It had an immediate impact with Aiken-George and Lauren Frew scoring back-to-back goals for a 52-49 lead. With the margin blowing out to five goals, Firebirds coach Kiri Wills tried the same tactic but her side were unable to close the gap in the dying minutes. Cholhok finished with 35 goals from 47 attempts to lead their scoring while goal-keeper Isabelle Shearer was the star performer in defence.
Perth Now
10-05-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Thunderbirds clip Firebirds' wings in Super showdown
Reigning champions Adelaide have snapped a two-game losing streak, overcoming Queensland in a Super Netball top-four clash in Brisbane. The Thunderbirds moved to outright second on the competition table with a rousing 62-53 win over the Firebirds on Saturday, as all teams chase the unbeaten NSW Swifts. Suffering a third straight loss, the Firebirds remain in fourth with the remainder of the round to be completed. The loss capped a forgettable week for the Queensland side, who were back in the headlines with allegations by ex-player Remi Kamo of a toxic culture at the club resurfacing. Adelaide were missing star defender Shamera Sterling-Humphrey, who announced her pregnancy last week, but goal defence Latanya Wilson stepped up with a stand-out performance. "We knew that we wanted this game and we did it for our skipper (Hannah Petty) as it was her 100th game," said Wilson, who was named player of the match. "I'm so proud of my own performance as I've known that there's been room for improvement but I'm humbled to go out there and try to do the best for the team in each game." The Firebirds got off to a strong start, racing to a 19-17 lead, with goal-shooter Mary Cholhok finding the ring for 11 goals. But Adelaide answered to dominate the second stanza to hold a 33-30 lead by halftime. Little split the teams in the third quarter, although the visitors were able to maintain their three-point buffer thanks to Romelda Aiken-George. The veteran sharpshooter finished the match with a haul of 34 goals from 46 attempts while goal attack Lauren Frew was on range, bagging a valuable 22 from 23. The Firebirds got back to within a goal with just over eight minutes left on the clock with Thunderbirds coach Tania Obst calling a timeout and imploring her team to continue to attack. It had an immediate impact with Aiken-George and Lauren Frew scoring back-to-back goals for a 52-49 lead. With the margin blowing out to five goals, Firebirds coach Kiri Wills tried the same tactic but her side were unable to close the gap in the dying minutes. Cholhok finished with 35 goals from 47 attempts to lead their scoring while goal-keeper Isabelle Shearer was the star performer in defence.
