Match Official of the Year
The 2026 State Nominations are now closed!
As part of the NRL Community Awards presented by Westpac, the NRL Community Match Official of the Year is presented to a match official who exemplifies character and fairness in their role within Rugby League.
2026 Match Official of the Year - Ricky Liddle
A passionate advocate for officiating in the Northern Territory, Ricky Liddle has played a pivotal role in strengthening the referee community through leadership, mentoring and development.
2026 Westpac Community Awards Winners - Match Official
His commitment to supporting match officials, improving recruitment and retention, and achieving NRL Chief Match Official accreditation has helped ensure safe, fair and sustainable rugby league competitions across the Territory.
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