Leading Ice Hockey in Western Australia
Ice Hockey WA (IHWA) is the governing body for ice hockey in Western Australia and a proud member of Ice Hockey Australia, the national sporting organisation for the sport. We oversee and support the growth of ice hockey across the state, providing pathways for players of all ages and abilities—from those stepping onto the ice for the first time through to athletes competing at the highest levels of Australian competition.
Established in 1963, Ice Hockey WA has grown into a thriving sporting community with more than 900 members aged between 5 and 79 years. Today, IHWA administers three junior divisions and five senior divisions, delivering more than 400 regular season games and over 25 playoff matches each year across a 27-week season. Western Australia has developed a proud reputation for producing talented athletes, coaches, and officials who have represented the state and Australia on the national and international stage. Our role extends beyond competition management. We are committed to developing players, coaches, officials, volunteers, and clubs while fostering a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for everyone involved in the sport.
Our Commitment
Ice Hockey WA is committed to strong governance, transparency, and responsible leadership to support the continued growth and success of ice hockey across Western Australia. The organisation is governed by an elected Council, which is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the association, ensuring sound financial management, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, and acting in the best interests of our members and the wider ice hockey community. Council members are elected by members at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and work collaboratively to oversee the operation, development, and sustainability of the sport throughout the state.
What We Do
• Administer junior and senior state competitions
• Support affiliated clubs and their members
• Coordinate Western Australian State Teams and national championship participation
• Develop players, coaches, officials and volunteers
• Promote safe, inclusive and enjoyable participation
• Support pathways including para ice hockey and programs for girls and women
• Maintain the governance, policies and standards that underpin the sport in WA
Governance Framework
To support effective decision-making and accountability, Ice Hockey WA maintains a range of governance documents, policies, and procedures that guide the management of the association. These documents, including the Constitution, Council Handbook, policies, and committee terms of reference, are available on the Resources page.
Executive Council
The current Executive Council consists of:
- President – Michael Sucher
- Vice President – Simon Prigmore
- Treasurer – Jennifer Binetti
- Secretary - Jennifer Binetti
- General Council Members - Aaron Budarick, Aleks Williams, Dane Franklin, Demelza Dravnieks, Gavin Denz and Lauren Cornes
The Executive Council is supported by elected Council members, committees, volunteers, and stakeholders who contribute their expertise and time to the development of ice hockey in Western Australia.
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting provides members with an opportunity to receive updates on the performance and direction of the association, review financial reports, participate in elections, and contribute to the future of the sport. Information regarding upcoming AGMs, meeting notices, agendas, and election processes can be found on the AGM page.
Annual Reports
Ice Hockey WA publishes annual reports outlining organisational achievements, governance activities, financial performance, and strategic priorities. View our Annual Reports on the AGM page to learn more about the progress and development of ice hockey in Western Australia.