Brisbane Water Netball Club (also known as St Johns Netball club), turns 50 next year and is on the lookout for memorabilia from the past half century.
Located on the Peninsula, it is one of the last remaining inaugural clubs still operating.
In the early 1970s, Woy Woy Peninsula Netball Association was formed, bringing netball to the Peninsula and making it more accessible to families.
The school clubs playing on the Peninsula at the time were St Johns Netball Club, Umina, Ettalong and Woy Woy South.
St John’s Netball Club, which was established in 1974, morphed into Brisbane Water Netball Club in the early 80s, allowing children from other areas and schools to join.
The club is trying to get in contact with any previous parents, coaches, managers or committee members who might have photos, articles or documents on the club from the past 50 years.
“We want to collect as much as we can, to showcase the great work done, amazing talent and adorable childhood memories from over the years,” a club spokesperson said.
“Unfortunately, we don’t have many past documents or photos, so need the community’s help.
“We also are establishing a contact list so we can formally invite any past members and community members who wish to attend our celebrations next year.
“We would like to hear from anyone would like to be added to the invitation list and/or is happy to share their photos, documents or articles with us.”
Documents and photos can be emailed, along with a description, to bwnc50th2024@outlook.com.
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Brisbane Water Netball Club