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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

Ice Hockey Australia National Teams Update

Melbourne, Australia – Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) have been working with its member associations and close stakeholders on the reset on governance and fiscal management in order to create a sustainable future for the sport. With the recent news of the departure of Mr. Marcus Wong, Mr. Terrance Kiliwnik, Mr Jaden Pine-Murphy, Mr Josef Rezek and Ms. Alicia Kelly from our National Women’s Team management team, IHA wish to pass on our deep thanks and acknowledgement of the years of hard work a
Sun 16 Nov 2025

Ice Hockey Australia Financial Update

Melbourne, Australia – Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) has recently met with their member associations to share insights on the current and previous years financial positioning of the organisation. A number of governance initiatives were shared and agreed as IHA continue on the pathway forward. Multiple detailed sessions have been held with it’s member associations in addition to other key stakeholders including the Australian Sports Commission.
Sun 16 Nov 2025

Ice Hockey Australia Organisational Update

Melbourne, Australia – Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) has announced that General Manager, Adam Woolnough, and Senior Finance and Administration Officer, Kylie Taylor, will be leaving the organisation, with Adam concluding his role in early 2026 and Kylie finishing at the end of 2025.
Thu 13 Nov 2025

Applications are now closed: Head of Player Development

Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) is excited to announce an expression of interest for a Head of Player Development, a key role is responsible for the leadership, development and execution of a nationally integrated player development strategy that drives athlete development across all levels of ice hockey in Australia.
Thu 30 Oct 2025

Ice Hockey Australia welcomes new Board Members

Melbourne, Australia – Post the Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) Annual General Meeting in July 2025, a number of board changes were made. In addition, the last month has seen a transformation of our Board and key leadership roles.
Fri 17 Oct 2025

Youth Pan-Pacific Series Wraps Up with Outstanding Performances and Exciting Future Plans 🏒

The Youth Pan-Pacific Series has concluded, delivering an exciting showcase of emerging ice hockey talent from across the region. Hosted at IceHQ in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, the tournament brought together teams from Australia (Gold and Green), Hong Kong, China, and New Zealand for a week of high-energy competition, skill development, and international friendship.
Australian Sports Commission News Youth Pan-Pacific Series News International Ice Hockey Federation News Ice Hockey Australia News
Mon 13 Oct 2025

Ice Hockey Australia Board Update

Melbourne, Australia – Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) have recently met to review the financial position of the organisation and discuss ongoing operations. It was identified that last financial year’s reported losses were understated. A formal review has been confirmed, together with the intent to publish an updated FY25 financial statement.
Tue 09 Sep 2025

Blowing the Whistle: An Australian Linesperson’s Journey to the World Stage

When Beth Bowshall first pulled on the black-and-white stripes in 2011, she never imagined the places it would take her. Just a year later, she was already working her first National Championship. Since then, her whistle has echoed not only across Australian rinks but international arenas – from Sweden to Denmark to Asia.
Ice Hockey Australia News International Ice Hockey Federation News Australian Sports Commission News Coaching and Officiating News Women in Sport News
Thu 04 Sep 2025

Annelie Kvisle Represents Ice Hockey Australia at 2025 Hockey Together Camp in Korea

Ice Hockey Australia is delighted that Annelie Kvisle recently represented the organisation and Australia at the 2025 Hockey Together Camp, held in South Korea and hosted by the Korea Ice Hockey Association (KIHA) with the support of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF).
International Ice Hockey Federation News IIHF Flying Coaches Program Ice Hockey Australia News Coaching and Officiating News Australian Sports Commission News
Tue 02 Sep 2025
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