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Frequently Asked Questions
REGISTRATION
How do I register?
All Registrations are done online via the Squadi Portal website https://registration.squadi.com/login
Have you registered your child on PlayFootball?
As important as the registration on Squadi, your child must be registered on PlayFootball for the 2026 season.
What is it? PlayFootball is Football Australia’s National Registration, aiming to connect players, coaches, referees & volunteers to their respective clubs. Consider it a resume of your dedication to the game!
Register here: Home | Play Football
*Please note, your child’s registration on Squadi does not become active until the Play On Voucher has been processed (if you used one) and the PlayFootball registration is completed.
How much is 2026 season registration?
MINIROOS
U5 – U8: $315 (governing body + Club fee), $18 National Registration fee (NRF) =$333 (total fee 2026)
U9 – U11: $337 (governing body + Club fee), $18 National Registration fee (NRF) = $355 (total fee 2026)
YOUTH
U12: $364(governing body + Club fee), $18 National Registration fee (NRF) = $382(total fee 2026)
U13 to U18: $364 (governing body + Club fee), $18 National Registration fee (NRF) = $382 (total fee 2026)
SENIORS
FQPL3 Men & Women (19+): $418 (governing body + Club fee), $42 National Registration fee (NRF) = $460 (total fee 2026)
Community (Div) Men (19+: $418 (governing body + Club fee), $42 National Registration fee (NRF) = $460 (total fee 2026)
*Governing body (Football Queensland & FQ Whitsunday Coast), Football Australia (NRF) and Club fee (Mackay Wanderers FC)
^PlayOn vouchers - if players are eligible the voucher MUST be obtained BEFORE registering.
How do I pay?
As part of FA & FQ’s payment policy NO PAYMENTS can or will be accepted directly to the Club, and all payments MUST be made via one of the options offered on the Squadi registration portal. Players are unable to take the field in any match unless they are registered and financial.
Am I able to use a PlayOn voucher?
Yes. If you are eligible, have applied for and received a PlayOn voucher, you will be able to add the voucher when you register. You will also need to provide the voucher to the Club. Attention and email them to TREASURER a[email protected]. Visit the website https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/fairplay
What is included in registration?
Governing body fees (Football Australia, Football Queensland, FQ Whitsunday Coast) and Club (MWFC) fees make up the registration.
Each player also receives a training shirt as part of their registration. These will be received after the season starts (approx. April). All Mackay Wanderers FC players and their families receive free entry to all home games at Wanderers Sports Park. Be sure to politely let the gate attendant know.
PLAYERS & TEAMS
How old do I have to be to play?
Players turning 4 in 2026 (born 2022) are the youngest eligible players to play and there is no restriction on the oldest aged player.
I have never played before, but I would love to play. Can I?
Yes! We welcome and cater for players of all abilities and ages.
Do you have girls only teams, or is it just mixed?
Yes! MWFC have girls only teams from U5 through to U14. Girls can play in a girl only team but also can play in a mixed team in if they wish. Girls from the age of 15 can play in the Women’s team. Girls aged 13 to 16 play in the mixed competition. However, we are currently working in building the numbers for our Fillies age group (13 to16) and we’d love to have you!
What Senior teams do you have?
MEN
WOMEN
What Junior teams do you have?
MINIROOS
YOUTH (FQPL & Divisional)
How will I know what team I am in?
This information will be relayed to you once team selections have been finalised.
TRAINING
What are the training days and times for Seniors?
Senior Men
What are the training days and times for Miniroos and Youth?
Youth
Miniroos
What do I wear to training?
Football boots, shin pads (compulsory), training shirt and shorts. Until you receive your training shirt you can wear an old training shirt or another shirt of your choice.
Where do you train?
Wanderers Sports Park, Ben Nevis Street Beaconsfield.
GAME DAYS
When are games played?
How will I know when my game is?
You can view the draw via the Squadi App. Your Coach/Manager will also be able to provide more information on where to find this. The Draw is administered by Football Queensland Competitions.
Miniroos and Youth do not play through the school holidays. Where possible long weekends also have no fixtures scheduled but please ensure that when the draw is released that you double check in advance and don’t make any assumptions as this may be subject to change should a catch-up game be required to be played.
Will I need to pay an Entry Fee at Venues?
Yes. Mackay Football Park charges an entry fee. They do provide season passes. Football Queensland will provide free entry to all volunteers in the game from clubs who meet the following criteria. If you are on the Committee (6 positions) or are a Coach or Manager simply show this in the Squadi App on entry. This initiative is to reward all volunteers who support the game. All other Club grounds (away venues) charge an entry fee.
ATTIRE
What do I wear to games?
All players will be required to purchase the 2026 playing attire to take the field:
Where do I buy shorts and socks from?
Playing shorts and socks are ONLY available for purchase from Intersport at Greenfields.
Where and how do I purchase supporter/club wear?
Mackay Wanderers FC have a wide array of supporter wear. These can be purchased directly from the Club Canteen on Thursday Training Session times or during home games on Friday and Saturday nights.
EXTRAS
How can I make sure I don’t miss any important information?
I am interested in coaching. Who should I speak to?
Club President - Greg Kliese - 0422 982 159
Vice President - Seniors - Tania Wood 0418 423 820
Vice President - Juniors - Jen Hokins 0402 274 522
Secretary - Melinda Studt 0477 770 903
Alternatively, mention it to a current coach or manager and they will point you in the right direction.
If you are worried you have little or no experience but still think you’d like to give coaching a go?
All coaches are provided with Coach Education and receive certification from FQ. The club and the Coaching Coordinator will be there to support you every step of the way. Coaching is an extremely rewarding experience and one you will not regret. All coaches and managers are required to obtain and hold a Blue Card (Working with Children). Anyone who volunteers and registers as a Coach will receive free entry to Football Park.
I am interested in volunteering. Who should I speak to?
Get in touch with any of our committee members or send an email through to our email address [email protected] and we will contact you.
I think my business/workplace would be interested in sponsorship or donating services. Who should I speak to?
Get in touch with Club President - Greg Kliese 0422 982 159, or alternatively send an email to [email protected]
How do I register?
All Registrations are done online via the Squadi Portal website https://registration.squadi.com/login
Have you registered your child on PlayFootball?
As important as the registration on Squadi, your child must be registered on PlayFootball for the 2026 season.
What is it? PlayFootball is Football Australia’s National Registration, aiming to connect players, coaches, referees & volunteers to their respective clubs. Consider it a resume of your dedication to the game!
Register here: Home | Play Football
*Please note, your child’s registration on Squadi does not become active until the Play On Voucher has been processed (if you used one) and the PlayFootball registration is completed.
How much is 2026 season registration?
MINIROOS
U5 – U8: $315 (governing body + Club fee), $18 National Registration fee (NRF) =$333 (total fee 2026)
U9 – U11: $337 (governing body + Club fee), $18 National Registration fee (NRF) = $355 (total fee 2026)
YOUTH
U12: $364(governing body + Club fee), $18 National Registration fee (NRF) = $382(total fee 2026)
U13 to U18: $364 (governing body + Club fee), $18 National Registration fee (NRF) = $382 (total fee 2026)
SENIORS
FQPL3 Men & Women (19+): $418 (governing body + Club fee), $42 National Registration fee (NRF) = $460 (total fee 2026)
Community (Div) Men (19+: $418 (governing body + Club fee), $42 National Registration fee (NRF) = $460 (total fee 2026)
*Governing body (Football Queensland & FQ Whitsunday Coast), Football Australia (NRF) and Club fee (Mackay Wanderers FC)
^PlayOn vouchers - if players are eligible the voucher MUST be obtained BEFORE registering.
How do I pay?
As part of FA & FQ’s payment policy NO PAYMENTS can or will be accepted directly to the Club, and all payments MUST be made via one of the options offered on the Squadi registration portal. Players are unable to take the field in any match unless they are registered and financial.
Am I able to use a PlayOn voucher?
Yes. If you are eligible, have applied for and received a PlayOn voucher, you will be able to add the voucher when you register. You will also need to provide the voucher to the Club. Attention and email them to TREASURER a[email protected]. Visit the website https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/fairplay
What is included in registration?
Governing body fees (Football Australia, Football Queensland, FQ Whitsunday Coast) and Club (MWFC) fees make up the registration.
Each player also receives a training shirt as part of their registration. These will be received after the season starts (approx. April). All Mackay Wanderers FC players and their families receive free entry to all home games at Wanderers Sports Park. Be sure to politely let the gate attendant know.
PLAYERS & TEAMS
How old do I have to be to play?
Players turning 4 in 2026 (born 2022) are the youngest eligible players to play and there is no restriction on the oldest aged player.
I have never played before, but I would love to play. Can I?
Yes! We welcome and cater for players of all abilities and ages.
Do you have girls only teams, or is it just mixed?
Yes! MWFC have girls only teams from U5 through to U14. Girls can play in a girl only team but also can play in a mixed team in if they wish. Girls from the age of 15 can play in the Women’s team. Girls aged 13 to 16 play in the mixed competition. However, we are currently working in building the numbers for our Fillies age group (13 to16) and we’d love to have you!
What Senior teams do you have?
MEN
- FQPL3 Men
- FQPL3 U23
- WC League Division 1
- WC League Division 2
WOMEN
- FQPL3 Women
- FQPL3 U23
What Junior teams do you have?
MINIROOS
- U5
- U6
- U7
- U8
- U9
- U10
- U11
YOUTH (FQPL & Divisional)
- U12
- U13
- U14/15
- U16/18
How will I know what team I am in?
This information will be relayed to you once team selections have been finalised.
- Youth and Miniroos will receive an email with the team’s name and coach details
- Where possible we do make allowances to enable friends to play in the same team (except where players are graded into teams). It is a requirement of Football Queensland that participants play in their actual age group e.g. turning 10 in 2026 you will play in U10.
- Seniors will be given this information after player selections have been made by the coaches.
TRAINING
What are the training days and times for Seniors?
Senior Men
- Tuesday 6:30 pm All Grades
FQPL3 Men, U23’s, WC League (Div 1 and 2) - Thursday 6:30 pm
FQPL3 Men, U23’s
WC League (Div 1 and 2)-optional
- Tuesday 6:30 pm
- Thursday 6:30 pm
What are the training days and times for Miniroos and Youth?
Youth
- Tuesday 5:00 pm* subject to change
- Thursday 5:00 pm* subject to change
- Tuesday 4:30 pm
- Thursday 4:30 pm
Miniroos
- Thursday 4:30 pm
What do I wear to training?
Football boots, shin pads (compulsory), training shirt and shorts. Until you receive your training shirt you can wear an old training shirt or another shirt of your choice.
Where do you train?
Wanderers Sports Park, Ben Nevis Street Beaconsfield.
GAME DAYS
When are games played?
- Friday night for Senior Women (all grades) and WC League Men (Division 1 and 2)
- Saturday for Miniroos, Youth, FQPL3 Men and FQPL3 U23s
- Junior and Miniroos games are played at Mackay Football Park at Glenella.
- Youth games will be played on a home and away schedule around the region.
- Senior Men’s and Women’s games are played on a home and away schedule around the region.
How will I know when my game is?
You can view the draw via the Squadi App. Your Coach/Manager will also be able to provide more information on where to find this. The Draw is administered by Football Queensland Competitions.
Miniroos and Youth do not play through the school holidays. Where possible long weekends also have no fixtures scheduled but please ensure that when the draw is released that you double check in advance and don’t make any assumptions as this may be subject to change should a catch-up game be required to be played.
Will I need to pay an Entry Fee at Venues?
Yes. Mackay Football Park charges an entry fee. They do provide season passes. Football Queensland will provide free entry to all volunteers in the game from clubs who meet the following criteria. If you are on the Committee (6 positions) or are a Coach or Manager simply show this in the Squadi App on entry. This initiative is to reward all volunteers who support the game. All other Club grounds (away venues) charge an entry fee.
ATTIRE
What do I wear to games?
All players will be required to purchase the 2026 playing attire to take the field:
- Playing shorts and socks are purchased by the player and are ONLY available from Intersport at Greenfields
- Football boots and shin pads (compulsory)
- The playing Jersey is provided by the Club and remains the property of the Club
Where do I buy shorts and socks from?
Playing shorts and socks are ONLY available for purchase from Intersport at Greenfields.
Where and how do I purchase supporter/club wear?
Mackay Wanderers FC have a wide array of supporter wear. These can be purchased directly from the Club Canteen on Thursday Training Session times or during home games on Friday and Saturday nights.
EXTRAS
How can I make sure I don’t miss any important information?
- Like and follow our Facebook page
- Make sure all your contact details are up to date in Squadi!
I am interested in coaching. Who should I speak to?
Club President - Greg Kliese - 0422 982 159
Vice President - Seniors - Tania Wood 0418 423 820
Vice President - Juniors - Jen Hokins 0402 274 522
Secretary - Melinda Studt 0477 770 903
Alternatively, mention it to a current coach or manager and they will point you in the right direction.
If you are worried you have little or no experience but still think you’d like to give coaching a go?
All coaches are provided with Coach Education and receive certification from FQ. The club and the Coaching Coordinator will be there to support you every step of the way. Coaching is an extremely rewarding experience and one you will not regret. All coaches and managers are required to obtain and hold a Blue Card (Working with Children). Anyone who volunteers and registers as a Coach will receive free entry to Football Park.
I am interested in volunteering. Who should I speak to?
Get in touch with any of our committee members or send an email through to our email address [email protected] and we will contact you.
I think my business/workplace would be interested in sponsorship or donating services. Who should I speak to?
Get in touch with Club President - Greg Kliese 0422 982 159, or alternatively send an email to [email protected]