Her promotion to the top grade of referees has come at a time when officials are coming under increasing criticism from the media and fans after a series of gaffes in recent weeks. Sharpe ...

Belinda Sharpe is the only other current female to have refereed under the single-referee system. She has been appointed as the referee for several games in 2024 and is also used as a sideline ...

For the first time in 111 years of professional Rugby League in Australia, a female will referee a top flight men's fixture. Sign up now for the latest news from Australia and around the world ...