CLUB NOTICEBOARD

Please email Dwayne Barlow on dwayne.b@waibop.co.nz to post a message on this page. Scroll down to find messages from clubs in our region.

  • Click HERE for information on CLUBS LOOKING FOR PLAYERS for the 2025 season.
  • Click HERE for information about club-based EVENTS.​​​​​​​

NORTHERN UNITED

Southern Conference Team Head Coach

Northern United Sports Club is looking for an experienced and dynamic coach to lead our Men’s first team in 2026. 

We are looking for a Senior Head coach to take us forward, with a restructured Northern League proposed for 2027, while also aligning with our youth development programme. The successful applicant will be responsible for all aspects of the club's senior programme, from creating a successful first team to aligning with the overall club development pathway.

If you think you have the skillset to help us achieve our goals – we want to hear from you. For a full role description please contact, via email, Perry Kendall at football@nusc.org.nz Applications are due by December 8, 2025.

MATAMATA SWIFTS

Senior Coaching Roles

We are looking for motivated people to fill two senior coaching roles for the 2026 season.

  • Senior Men’s U23 Coach: Matamata Swifts AFC is seeking a committed and technically confident coach to lead our Under 23 Men’s team as part of our senior men’s Lotto NRFL Southern Conference coaching team.
  • Senior Women’s Head Coach: Matamata Swifts AFC is seeking an experienced and confident coach to lead our Senior Women’s 1st Team and drive the ongoing growth of female football in our community.

More at the website: https://matamataswifts.co.nz/senior-coaching-roles/

If you are interested in either role, please email your application to admin@matamataswifts.com, including a summary of your coaching experience, qualifications, and a note detailing why you are suited to the role. Applications for these coaching roles close on Friday December 19.

MELVILLE UNITED

Coaches wanted

We have some great coaching positions to fill immediately. We're seeking the right people to become part of the Melville family.

Positions available: ​​​​​​​

  • Talent Development Programme coaches for our boys and girls programmes.

If you are interested please email td@melvilleunited.co.nz

Position descriptions are available on request. ​​​​​​​

NORTHERN UNITED

Part-Time Coach for Boys/Mixed Talent Development Programme 

Northern United is seeking coaches to join our Boys/Mixed Talent Development Programme and work with one of our youth teams. We are passionate about bringing positive, dedicated individuals onto our coaching team who share our vision for the future of football development.

For more information, and to apply for this role, please email your details to Che Bunce at dof@nusc.org.nz.

NGARUAWAHIA UNITED

Team Support Roles

Are you looking for a challenge and an opportunity to be part of an awesome club? We are seeking Registrations of Interest for Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Managers & other Support Staff for our Senior Men’s Teams for the 2026 Season. We will be competing in the following competitions and seek to fill some remaining vacancies within them:

  • NRFL Men’s Southern Conference
  • NRFL Men’s Southern Conference U23s
  • Waikato A
  • Waikato O35’s

If you are reliable and organised, possess the enthusiasm and skill required to assist & prepare teams for their respective competitions, we would love to hear from you. In return you will be compensated for your services and join a team of like minded people who are ready to support you.

If this sounds like you please apply by sending you CV via email to president@ngaruawahiafootball.co.nz. Applications close on 12th November 2025.

NORTHERN UNITED

Northern United Girls Football 2026 – Bigger, Bolder, and Ready to Kick Off!

After an outstanding season celebrating the talent and growth of our girls and women’s football teams, we’re gearing up for an even bigger 2026 — and we want you on the journey!

We’re expanding skills development, strengthening player pathways, and creating more opportunities for girls to thrive on and off the pitch. 

Term 4 Girls-Only Academy Skills Development Program and U13 and U15 league trials

Dates for girls aged 11 to 16:

  • Wednesday 5 November 5 to December 10 (5pm).

Registration Information:

A registration fee of $100 per participant applies to these sessions, which covers:

  • NUSC Navy Training Shirt.
  • Access to specialist coaching from experienced professionals, including Che Bunce and Scott Granville.
  • Field hire and associated costs.

If a participant already owns a NUSC Academy training shirt, the fee is reduced to $80. To register for this program, please complete HERE.

For any enquiries, feel free to contact our Youth Girls Coordinator: Shane Gleeson: jnrgirls@nusc.org.nz

MELVILLE UNITED

Melville Summer Football 6-a-side Twilight Football 2025/26

We are calling for entries for Melville United AFC’s Twilight 6-A-Side Football. Games will be played on Wednesday Nights at Gower Park.

The deadline for entries is Friday 26th September 2025. Start Date: Wednesday 8th October 2025

Payment $450 Entry Fee (Including GST). Enter HERE.