New football record

AFTER an interrupted three seasons, the Macarthur Football Association is on track for a new participation record, with over 900 teams registered for the upcoming Winter Competition.

The key message to those that are planning to play but are yet to register –act quick to avoid disappointment.

Spots are filling fast across the 23 local clubs spanning Wollondilly, Camden and Campbelltown.

Boys and girls turning five at any stage in 2023 are eligible to join a team and play in a modified 4 v 4 format.

The MFA offers Girls-only teams playing in modified Girls-only competitions from U6, as well as mixed teams for those that prefer that option.

Players and teams are graded based on ability to ensure the best participation experience can be offered.

Players progress from 4 v 4 (U6/7), 7 v 7 (U8/9), and 9 v 9 (U10/11 and U12 Girls) before they graduate to the full-size field.

While team nominations have closed, some clubs are still advertising vacancies to fill their squads.

A full list of team vacancies can be found on the MFA Website: www.macarthurfootball.com.au

The MFA is also recruiting new match officials to help cope with the increased demand this season.

There are plenty of Referee Courses currently on offer and, as further incentive to pick up a whistle, the annual Ref- eree membership fee for new referees will be heavily subsidised by the Association. Match fees for Referee have also been increased significantly, making it even more rewarding to officiate our great game.

Rerferres are sought after.

To find a Referee Course visit: www.mdfra.com.au

Brief

Camden joins Energy Group

CAMDEN Council has recently joined the Western Sydney Energy Program, which aims to lower community energy costs and reduce carbon emissions.

The program is a collaboration between eight Western Sydney councils, coordinated by the Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC).

It focuses on four areas of activity: renewable energy transformation, transport, supporting communities, and facilities and precincts.

WSROC President Cr Barry Calvert said the program had saved councils $24m to date and highlighted initiatives such as the rollout of 52,200 new energy-saving LED streetlights, which are expected to save 40,000 tonnes of greenhouse gases.

Camden Mayor Cr

Therese Fedeli said it was important to work hard to look after the environment and help residents live happily and comfortably and helping to lower community energy costs would go a long way in achieving that aim.