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New Home, Same Fierce Rivalries - ANZ Premiership Returns in 2026 to TVNZ  

Get ready for a thrilling return to the court – with the ANZ Premiership competition airing exclusively on TVNZ in 2026. Netball New Zealand and TVNZ have today announced a partnership that will see the domestic season shown across TVNZ 2 and TVNZ+ next year.

The 2026 season will showcase the best of New Zealand’s domestic netball teams, with elite athletes, epic clashes, and high-stakes match ups broadcast to audiences nationwide. The comprehensive coverage will build on TVNZ’s match-of-the-week offering, this year. TVNZ’s expert commentary, in-depth analysis, and exclusive courtside access will continue to be a key feature of the expanded partnership. 

TVNZ is committed to delivering high-quality local sport to New Zealanders and showcasing women’s sport across the motu. 

TVNZ’s Head of Sports, Events and Partnerships, Melodie Robinson, said: “Netball is one of New Zealand’s most popular codes and we’re excited to have the national domestic competition with TVNZ. Our Netballers are at the top of their game, they’re powerful wāhine toa, and we’re thrilled to be connecting tamariki with the heroes who inspire them, bringing the excitement straight into their homes each weekend.”

 Netball New Zealand Chief Executive Jennie Wyllie has welcomed the return of netball to free-to-air television, calling it a fantastic outcome for fans of a sport that continues to thrive across the country.

 “Following a season where we’ve seen, strong broadcast numbers, fantastic match attendances and unprecedented global viewership, it’s exciting to now have the opportunity for even more New Zealanders to enjoy the game on TVNZ 2 and TVNZ+. Netball is played and loved by hundreds of thousands across Aotearoa, and this move will help bring the sport closer to communities nationwide.”

 With the popular rule innovations introduced this year, including the captain’s timeout and the game changing two-point shot set to remain, viewers can look forward to even more thrilling netball action across Saturdays and Sundays when the competition returns in April. 

The 2026 ANZ Premiership will follow the two-round format, played between the six domestic teams across the motu before the Finals Series. There will be 30 round robin matches and two finals over a 12-week period.   


NETBALL NEW ZEALAND OFFICIALS NEWSLETTER | JULY 2025

Kia ora to our incredible umpiring whānau across Aotearoa!

Welcome to the July edition of Officials News - packed with updates and helpful resources to support and celebrate your officiating journey.

Exams UpdateRegistrations for the NZ Theory Exam are still open and close on 28 July.

Upcoming Exam Dates

  • NZ Zone Exam: 4 August 2025 (registrations now closed)
  • NZ Theory Exam: 18 August 2025

Resource SpotlightWe’re seeing strong results from candidates who use the NNZ Tutor Resource Guide, either on their own or in study groups. It’s a powerful tool.

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NETBALL NEW ZEALAND COACHES NEWSLETTER | JULY 2025

Kia ora to our coaches throughout Aotearoa,

Another NNZ U18 Championship and a range of U16 events have come and gone and no doubt there will be plenty of learnings to take on board.  Coaches getting feedback from your players after the U18 champs or U16 tournaments will help you to continue to grow, develop and improve on for next year. 

If you require any assistance with putting a feedback form together, please contact your Zone Coach Lead for advice and guidance.

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NETBALL NEW ZEALAND OFFICIALS NEWSLETTER | JUNE 2025

Kia ora to our officiating whānau across Aotearoa,

We’re excited to bring you this update, packed with initiatives, resources, and spotlights to help keep you connected and inspired in your officiating journey.

Meet the NNZ Officiating Team – Josh & Tania

Josh Bowring joined Netball NZ as the National Technical Officials Manager in November 2024. A retired international umpire, Josh brings a passion for developing and elevating officiating across the country. He’s excited to help lead the launch of our new Community Umpiring Strategy later this year.

Tania Fink is the Community Umpiring Programme Support at NNZ. A current IUA who also umpires in the ANZ Premiership, Tania is the engine behind the amazing content and resources you see from NNZ. Together, Josh and Tania are here to support and grow our umpiring whānau at every level.

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