History

Netball Club History
New Beginnings

The Barossa District Netball Club (BDNC) entered the Barossa Light & Gawler Netball Association in 1991. Putting together 6 senior teams and 6 junior teams for the first season, 110 registered players took the court.

Premierships
Senior 1
  • 2003 – Coach: Fiona Huppatz, Best on Court: Deanna Mason
  • 2007 – Coach: Melinda Rendell, Best on Court: Carolyn Westley
Senior 3
  • 1994 – Coach: Jan Palmer, Best on Court: Kirrily Chambers
Senior 5
  • 1995 – Coach: Malcolm Cooney, Best on Court: Tricia Mackowski
  • 1997 – Coach: Dawn Rainsford & Meralyn Schaeffer
Sub Junior 1
  • 2005 – Coach: Joanne Sainsbury
Sub Junior 2
  • 2006 – Coach: Jenny Slade
Sub Junior 3
  • 1999 – Coach: Clive & Helen Malsom, Best on Court: Meagan Boyle
  • 2005 – Coach: Jenny Slade, Best on Court: Teagan Lang
Milestone Matches
100 Games
  • Coming Soon
Netball over the Years

First Committee members in 1991:

President: Jeff Heaslip
Vice President: Jill Blacker
Secretary: Barbara Fromm
Assoc Secretary: Heather Wilkin
Treasurer: Deb Stephen
Record Officer: Deb Stephen
Tribunal Rep: Barb Kassebaum
Committee: Robyn Sullivan, Carolyn Whiteman, Karen Davis & Judy Roberts.
Social Committee: Sue Franks, Cynthia Vanstone, Jo Ruchs, Helen Down & Anne Bitter.

1992
Our first Association Best & Fairest Sub Junior – Tammie Stephen

1994
Our First Premiership, Senior 3 Premiers defeated Riverton at Tanunda 48 / 38
Best on Court Grand Final – Kirrily Chambers
Coach: Jan Palmer

1995
Senior 5 Premiers defeated Kapunda at Freeling 50 / 40
Best on Court Grand Final – Tricia Mackowski
Coach: Malcolm Cooney

1997
Senior 5 Premiers defeated Nuriootpa at Kapunda 41 / 37
Coach: Dawn Rainsford & Meralyn Schaeffer
Association Best & Fairest – Sub Junior 2 – Renae Lang

1998
Association Best & Fairest Senior 3 – Teresa Scally
Intermediate – Kimberley Cooney & Katie Rohrlach (tie)

1999
Sub Junior 3 Premiers defeated Kapunda at Nuriootpa 27 / 14
Best on Court Grand Final – Meagan Boyle
Coach: Clive & Helen Malsom
Association Best & Fairest Senior 5 – Anne Taylor

2000
Association Best & Fairest Sub Junior 2 – Casey Allchurch

2001
Senior 5 lost in Grand Final to Freeling at Willaston 50 / 22
Junior 1 lost in Grand Final to Nuriootpa 52 / 42
Association Best & Fairest Intermediate – Katrina Leibhardt
Sub Junior 3 – Lauren Sainsbury

2003
Our First Senior 1 Premiership Senior 1 Premiers defeated Kapunda at Nurioopta
Best on Court Grand Final – Deanna Mason
Coach: Fiona Huppatz
Sub Junior 2 lost in Grand Final to Kapunda
Best on Court Grand Final – Kelly Wostikow
Coach: Cheryl Jericho Association
Best & Fairest Senior 1 – Jackie Cooney

2004
Senior 1 lost in Grand Final to Gawler Centrals at Freeling
Coach: Fiona Huppatz Association
Best & Fairest Senior 1 – Fiona Huppatz
Senior 6 – Naomi Mattiske
Intermediate – Jackie Lind
Sub Junior 1 – Lauren Sainsbury

2005
Sub Junior 1 Premiers at Freeling
Coach: Joanne Sainsbury
Sub Junior 3 Premiers
Best on Court Grand Final – Teagan Lang
Coach: Jenny Slade
Association Best & Fairest Senior 3 – Teresa Scally
Senior 5 – Naomi Mattiske
Association Goal Shooting Award – Sub Junior 1

2006
Sub Junior 2 Premiers at Kapunda
Coach: Jenny Slade
Junior 1 lost in Grand Final to Gawler Centrals
Best on Court Grand Final – Laura Slade
Coach: Bronwyn Venning
Sub Junior 3 lost in Grand Final to Freeling
Coach: Jodie Ayers
Association Best & Fairest
Senior 2 – Kimberley Cooney
Senior 3 – Leonie Lang
Sub Junior 1 – Rianna Thompson
Media – Kia Junior Netballer of the Year – Lauren Sainsbury (joint winner)

2007
Senior 1 second Premiership – Senior 1 Premiers defeated Angaston at Nuriootpa 44 / 28
Best on Court Grand Final – Carolyn Westley
Coach: Melinda Rendell
Sub Junior 1 lost in Grand Final to Gawler Central 37 / 20
Coach: Cynthia Vanstone
Senior 1 Wohlers Team of the Year included Melinda Rendell

2008
Association Best & Fairest Intermediate – Rianna Thompson & Kristie Fromm (tie)
Sub Junior 3 – Hannah Majors
Media – Sub Junior Netballer of the Year – Hannah Robinson

2009
Association Best & Fairest Senior 4 – Dianne Robinson (joint winner)

2010
Currently have 10 Junior Teams and 5 Senior teams playing in the Barossa, Light & Gawler Association plus registered Net-Set-Go Centre – 10 week programme for 30 girls (5-8 year)
Senior Players : 51
Junior Players : 87
Total Registered: 138

SUMMARY TO 2010
PREMIERSHIPS
– SENIORS 5
– JUNIORS 4

ASSOCIATION BEST & FAIREST WINNERS
SENIORS 10
JUNIORS 13

MEDIA JUNIOR NETBALLER OF THE YEAR: 2
ASSOCIATION GOAL SHOOTING AWARD: 1

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5 days ago
Vintage Chef Co

This is a last-minute reminder and also showing you guys the setup of the casino night at the BDFNC at Barossa Park… kicks off at 7pm tonight.

This is not endorsing gambling but this is done as a sponsorship. HOWEVER there is a lot of money up for grabs to win at the end or whoever is left with the most chips.

The chips are given to you as part of the ticket price which is only $80 which includes gourmet can pay Catering by Vintage Chef Co

TICKETS ⬇️
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The biggest question has been whether the dietary is accounted for and yes we have dairy free gluten-free and vegan options on request.
You also can purchase beverages over the bar and you can purchase more chips if need be.

There will be a DJ for entertainment and it’s a great night to be indoors and out of the rain will also have the Footy on for anyone that wants to watch the footy 🔥🔥🔥
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It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Barossa District Football Club Life Member, Allan Turvey, on 4 June 2026, aged 84 years.

Allan was a former player with the Lyndoch Football Club and a dedicated committee member who played a significant role in the amalgamation of the Lyndoch and Williamstown Football Clubs to form the Barossa District Football Club. As an inaugural committee member, Allan served as Social Chairman and helped lay the foundations of the Club we know today.

His commitment to community sport extended well beyond our Club, with Allan also being a Life Member of the Lyndoch Cricket Club, Lyndoch Bowling Club and Willaston Football Club.

We are incredibly grateful for Allan’s significant contribution, dedication and service to our Club and the wider community. Our heartfelt condolences are extended to his wife Denise and all of his family and friends during this difficult time.

Allan’s funeral service will be held at Taylor & Forgie’s Adelaide Road Chapel on Friday 26 June at 10:30am, with a wake to follow at the Lyndoch Bowling Clubrooms.

Rest peacefully, Allan. Your legacy and contribution to our Club will never be forgotten.
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It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Barossa District Football Club Life Member, Allan Turvey, on 4 June 2026, aged 84 years.

Allan was a former player with the Lyndoch Football Club and a dedicated committee member who played a significant role in the amalgamation of the Lyndoch and Williamstown Football Clubs to form the Barossa District Football Club. As an inaugural committee member, Allan served as Social Chairman and helped lay the foundations of the Club we know today.

His commitment to community sport extended well beyond our Club, with Allan also being a Life Member of the Lyndoch Cricket Club, Lyndoch Bowling Club and Willaston Football Club.

We are incredibly grateful for Allan’s significant contribution, dedication and service to our Club and the wider community. Our heartfelt condolences are extended to his wife Denise and all of his family and friends during this difficult time.

Allan’s funeral service will be held at Taylor & Forgie’s Adelaide Road Chapel on Friday 26 June at 10:30am, with a wake to follow at the Lyndoch Bowling Clubrooms.

Rest peacefully, Allan. Your legacy and contribution to our Club will never be forgotten.Image attachment

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My sincere sympathies to Denise and family Ann

Condolences to Denise and family

Deepest condolences to his family, Denise, Mark, Caroline, Gail & Brian and families. He was the same age as my dad and they would've played and coached together for Lyndoch and Barossa District Football & Netball Club.

What an incredibly beautiful tribute to such an amazing man, miss and love you always Al, not just a step Dad, but a truly amazing, kind, funny and loving man 💖💖💖

Denise Turvey

Condolences to Denise and family. Sad to hear this news.

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🍽️ HOME GAME DINNER MENU 🍽️
From 4:30PM | Everyone Welcome
Big games deserve big feeds — and this week’s home game dinner menu is stacked! 🔥

On the menu this week:
🥩 Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
🥧 Beef Shank & Stout Pot Pie
🍝 Tuscan Style Chicken Ragu
🌯 Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl
🍗 Chicken Schnitzel & Chips
🧄 Shared bites including Garlic Bread & Mac & Cheese Bites
🍫 Plus our warm chocolate brownie dessert special & Kids Meals $10!

Whether you’re staying after the footy, bringing the family or just chasing a great meal, the clubrooms are the place to be Saturday night.
Dinner service starts from 4:30pm — all welcome!
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🍽️ HOME GAME DINNER MENU 🍽️
From 4:30PM | Everyone Welcome 
Big games deserve big feeds — and this week’s home game dinner menu is stacked! 🔥

On the menu this week:
🥩 Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
🥧 Beef Shank & Stout Pot Pie
🍝 Tuscan Style Chicken Ragu
🌯 Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl
🍗 Chicken Schnitzel & Chips
🧄 Shared bites including Garlic Bread & Mac & Cheese Bites
🍫 Plus our warm chocolate brownie dessert special & Kids Meals $10! 

Whether you’re staying after the footy, bringing the family or just chasing a great meal, the clubrooms are the place to be Saturday night.
Dinner service starts from 4:30pm — all welcome!Image attachmentImage attachment
3 weeks ago
Barossa District Football & Netball Club

Now we are back up and running at Barossa Park for 2026, we are on the hunt for more Bar staff and set up volunteers for external events.

We are working with around 1 or 2 external events each month and for those, we need both RSA accredited bar staff and junior glassies. For most events help is also required to set tables and chairs in position - this is a volunteer role and generally only takes up to an hour with a few helpers.

Earn a few extra dollars - RSA Bar Staff earn $25 per hour and Glassies $15 per hour.

If you are interested in being notified about available event shifts, follow the instructions for the Barossa Events TeamApp attached.

www.teamapp.com/clubs/917576?_webpage=v1

Thanks!
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Now we are back up and running at Barossa Park for 2026, we are on the hunt for more Bar staff and set up volunteers for external events.

We are working with around 1 or 2 external events each month and for those, we need both RSA accredited bar staff and junior glassies. For most events help is also required to set tables and chairs in position - this is a volunteer role and generally only takes up to an hour with a few helpers.

Earn a few extra dollars - RSA Bar Staff earn $25 per hour and Glassies $15 per hour.

If you are interested in being notified about available event shifts, follow the instructions for the Barossa Events TeamApp attached.

https://www.teamapp.com/clubs/917576?_webpage=v1

Thanks!
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