For more information on specific events visit the pages below:
September
Hockey ACT’s annual Brophy McKay Presentation Evening celebrates all those involved in each hockey winter season by recognising and acknowledging the outstanding support and achievements of players, umpires, and volunteers.
Brophy McKay Awards Night Page
Teams with Capital League 1 teams are expected to attend the event, with each Team having a table.
Clubs nominate members for perpetual awards presented at this event. The Membership Coordinator will send out information to clubs on what awards clubs need to be nominated for. This information can also be found on the competitions page of the club handbook.
HACT Contact – Communication & Events Coordinator: communications@hockeyact.org.au
Come & Try Weekend is Hockey ACT's annual event which kicks off our outdoor junior registration drive.
Designed to provide the Capital region community with a taster of what the sport of hockey can offer, and an easy introduction to our Club structure.
Rounds of Significance
May
Hockey ACT's Reconciliation Round acknowledges the contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to Hockey and to our community. The round celebrates the culture, histories and stories and ensures this legacy is highlighted throughout our competitions, events, and operations.
Clubs are invited to participate in this round through a change of uniform, an acknowledgement of country before games or via the one of the events/activities set up for the weekend.
More information about the weekend can be found on the Reconciliation Round Page. This page is updated each year with the events and schedule.
Club Committees should be aware that this event is early on in the season, usually around round 8. If clubs/teams would like to change uniform they must inform the Participation & Inclusion Coordinator.
If your club is creating a new shirt/Uniform for this round with an indigenous print, please send to the Participation & Inclusion Coordinator for Approval from Hockey ACT and Reconciliation Action Committee.
HACT Contact – Participation & Inclusion Coordinator: participation@hockeyact.org.au
June
The aim of the round is to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community. We welcome all clubs to join us in celebrating the round. We encourage clubs to celebrate through taking part in the initiatives planned, and increasing visibility across the weekend.
Clubs are invited to participate in this round through a change of uniform and/or via the one of the events/activities set up for the weekend.
More information about the weekend can be found on the Pride Round Page. This page is updated each year with the events and schedule.
Club Committees should be aware that this weekend occurs at the end of June. If clubs/teams would like to change uniform they must inform the Participation & Inclusion Coordinator.
HACT Contact – Participation & Inclusion Coordinator: participation@hockeyact.org.au
July
The purpose of the round is to promote awareness and conversation around Mental Health within the Hockey ACT community. By shining a light on the importance of mental health, we hope to help reduce the stigma attached.
Clubs are invited to participate in this round through a change of uniform or via the one of the events/activities set up for the weekend. Clubs are encouraged to start conversations around mental health with there members and teams.
More information about the weekend can be found on the Livin for Hockey Round Page. This page is updated each year with the events and schedule.
Livin for Hockey Mental Health Awareness Round Page
Club Committees should be aware that this weekend occurs at the end of July. If clubs/teams would like to change uniform they must inform the Communication & Events Coordinator.
HACT Contact – Communication & Events Coordinator: communications@hockeyact.org.au
August
The Chris MacKinnon Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend is an annual Hockey ACT event where the hockey community goes pink to help raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research. The weekend has been running since 2013 in honour of one of the Hockey ACT community Life Members, Chris MacKinnon, who sadly lost her breast cancer battle in January 2013.
Clubs are invited to participate in this round through a change of uniform or via the one of the events/activities set up for the weekend.
More information about the weekend can be found on the Chris Mackinnon Round Page. This page is updated each year with the events and schedule.
Chris Mackinnon Breast Cancer Awareness Round Page
Club Committees should be aware that this weekend occurs in August each year. If clubs/teams would like to change uniform they must inform the Communication & Events Coordinator.
HACT Contact – Communication & Events Coordinator: communications@hockeyact.org.au
Competitions
Hockey ACT’s winter outdoor competitions run from March to September and provide structured hockey opportunities for all ages and skill levels across the ACT and surrounding region. Competitions include senior grades (men’s and women’s) and junior divisions with clubs entering teams across multiple levels. The season typically features weekly fixtures at the National Hockey Centre, Tuggeranong Hockey Park and other regional venues, leading into finals series to determine premiers. These competitions focus on development, participation, and high-level performance, offering pathways for players, umpires, and coaches.
The competition rules are avalible on the publications page under the competitions section:
HACT Contact - Membership Coordinator: competitions@hockeyact.org.au
Hockey ACT’s indoor competition runs during the summer and provides a fast-paced, skill-focused version of hockey for players of all ages and abilities. Competitions include senior, junior, and social divisions, with matches held indoors at the National Hockey Centre and Melrose Hich School. The season offers opportunities for player development, team participation, and pathway progression, while maintaining a strong focus on fun and skill growth. Finals are held at the end of the season to determine the premiers.
The indoor competition rules are avalible on the publications page under the competitions section:
HACT Contact - Membership Coordinator: competitions@hockeyact.org.au
Hockey ACT’s Summer Social Competitions run during the warmer months and provide a fun, relaxed way to stay active and connected. The competitions are designed for all ages and abilities, with flexible formats and an emphasis on participation and enjoyment rather than formal competition.
There are three main offerings: Midweek Social, Sunday Social, and the Women’s Masters Social Competition. Midweek Social is aimed at existing players wanting full-field, fast-paced hockey with a competition ladder and bar prizes. Sunday Social is more family-friendly and inclusive, with two skill-based divisions and modified rules to encourage beginners and casual players. The Women’s Masters Social is for players aged 34+, played as 5-a-side matches on half fields, providing a welcoming and social environment.
All matches are held at the National Hockey Centre in Lyneham, with flexible registration options for individuals or teams. These competitions keep players engaged over summer, promote fitness and skill maintenance, and focus on creating an enjoyable social hockey experience.
HACT Contact - Competitions Administration: admin@hockeyact.org.au
Carnivals
Hookin2Hockey carnivals provide an opportunity for participants to apply the skills they have developed during the program as well as meet and play with other clubs. Hockey ACT runs two Hookin2Hockey Carnivals per year, one Northside at Nicholls Synthetic Fields and one Southside at Melrose Synthetic Fields.
The Participation & Inclusion Coordinator organises these carinvals and it is imporant for the clubs Hookin2Hockey Coordinator to have communication with them around the carnival and team nominations.
for more information about the carniva or assistannce view the Hookin2Hockey page below or reach out to the Participation & Inclusion Coordinator.
HACT Contact – Participation & Inclusion Coordinator: participation@hockeyact.org.au
Hockey ACT run a June Long weekend Carnival every year. Regular competition games do not occur on this weekend. The June Long Weekend Carnival provides fantastic development opportunities for junior players in Canberra and regional areas through New South Wales and Victoria
Canberra players can participate in this carnival through the regional program. For more information about the regional program visit the page below or reach out to the Hockey ACT Pathways Manager.
HACT Regionals Contact - Pathways Manager: pathways@hockeyact.org.au
For more information about the June Long weekend Carnival visit the the page below.
HACT Contact – Communication & Events Coordinator: communications@hockeyact.org.au