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Official Returns to Home Ice After Growing the Game in OZ

When it comes to the career paths of ice hockey officials, not all journeys are the same. Some start young and work their way up, one level at a time. Others enter the black and white striped community later in life. But probably very few can claim a story as unique as David Gal’s, whose officiating career has taken him far across an ocean, from Massachusetts to an ice rink “down under” and back.
Announcements Ice Hockey Australia Member Associations IIHF
Wed 04 Mar 2026

Expression of Interest: Referee-In-Chief (RIC)

Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) is excited to announce an expression of interest for a Referee in Chief (RIC). The Referee in Chief is responsible for the leadership, development and execution of a nationally integrated officiating strategy that drives development across all levels of ice hockey in Australia. This role works very closely with the High Performance, Player & Coaching Heads, IHA Directors and respective subcommittees.
Announcements Ice Hockey Australia IIHF Member Associations IHA
Fri 16 Jan 2026

Expression of Interest: Head of Para Ice Hockey (HPIH)

Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) is excited to announce an expression of interest for a Head of Para Ice Hockey (HPIH). The Head of Para Ice Hockey (HPIH) is responsible for the leadership, development and execution of a nationally integrated Para Ice Hockey strategy that drives athlete development across all para levels of ice hockey in Australia. This role works very closely with the High Performance, Player, Coaching and Officiating Heads, IHA Directors and respective subcommittees.
Announcements Ice Hockey Australia IIHF Member Associations IHA
Fri 16 Jan 2026

Expression of Interest: Head of Coaching Development (HCD)

Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) is excited to announce an expression of interest for a Head of Coaching Development (HCD). The Head of Coaching Development (HCD) is responsible for the leadership, development and execution of a nationally integrated Coaching development strategy that drives coaching development across all levels of ice hockey in Australia. This role works very closely with the other IHA Directors and appointed Heads.
Announcements Ice Hockey Australia IIHF Member Associations IHA
Fri 16 Jan 2026

2025 IIHF Championship Program: Officiating Assignments

Every season, the IIHF analyses the list of nominated on-ice game officials by reviewing national recommendations and past performance at IIHF events to map out their future potential. Game officials are then matched to an appropriate IIHF event and provided the opportunity to showcase their talents and show why they belong to the elite international community.
Announcements Ice Hockey Australia IIHF Member Associations IHA
Thu 17 Oct 2024

NZ and Australia Ice Hockey Historic Shift to Americas Region

The New Zealand Ice Hockey Federation and Ice Hockey Australia are proud to announce a historic change in their regional affiliation with the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF). Following a vote by the IIHF Council and Member National Associations at the 2024 Semi-Annual Congress, both New Zealand and Australia’s bid to transfer from the Asia region to the Americas region has been successfully approved.
Announcements Ice Hockey Australia IHA IIHF Member Associations Media Release
Mon 30 Sep 2024

2025 EOI IIHF U18 & U20 MEN'S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Ice Hockey Australia is calling for nominations for its National Men’s U18 & U20 Teams to represent Australia at World Championships in 2025. We are seeking dedicated and skilled athletes who are ready to excel at the highest level of competition and represent our country with distinction. This championship presents an unparalleled opportunity for elite players to showcase their talent on an international stage.
Announcements Ice Hockey Australia World Championships IIHF WM20
Sun 01 Sep 2024

IHA/IIHF Level III Coaching Accreditation Course for 2024

Ice Hockey Australia Announces IHA/IIHF Level III Coaching Accreditation Course for 2024 Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) is pleased to announce the commencement of the IHA/IIHF Level III Coaching Accreditation Course in September 2024. The course will feature both a face-to-face classroom component and virtual online sessions.
Announcements IIHF IHA
Mon 12 Aug 2024

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – ICE HOCKEY AUSTRALIA NATIONAL WOMEN’S TEAM

Ice Hockey Australia is calling for nominations for its National Women’s Team to represent Australia at the IIHF Division II, Group B, World Championships held in Cape Town, South Africa 13th Feb 2023 to 1st March 2023. We are looking for those players who have continued to develop high-performance skills, gameplay, fitness and attitude and who believe that they are ready to perform at this level of competition, considering the short lead-up time.
Announcement Teams WW IIHF IIHF Women's World Championship National Women's Team South Africa
Fri 09 Dec 2022

IHA PARTICIPATION IN THE 2022 IIHF WOMEN’S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2022

PRESS RELEASE: Australian National Team Participation World Championships 2022, Senior Womens, IIHF Division II, Group B, March 22 – Croatia Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) has made the difficult decision to withdraw from the 2022 IIHF Division II, Group B, Women’s World Championships. IHA had hoped to send our first team overseas since the COVID outbreak, and we are disappointed to have to make this announcement. After extensive consultation with team staff and our Chief Medical Officer
Announcement Ice Hockey Australia National Teams NWT WW IIHF IIHF Women's World Championships
Thu 13 Jan 2022
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