The concept was inspired by the Bledisloe Cup, a similar competition featuring the Australia and New Zealand national rugby union teams.

The Constellation Cup will provide an equally enduring focus for netballers on both sides of the Tasman and recognise the wide participation in the sport.

[14] On 29 August 2010, both governors-general, Sir Anand Satyanand and Quentin Bryce AC, attended the first test of the inaugural 2010 Constellation Cup series played at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

The base of the trophy is made out of 5,000 year old ancient Murray River red gum and in total it stands at 47.3 cm tall.

The transportation box, which houses the Constellation Cup and display case, includes leather from the Distinguished Visitor's chair from the Australian Senate Chamber.