[1][2] After Australia reached the quarter-finals of the 2007 FIFA Women's World Cup for the first time, head coach Tom Sermanni felt the establishment of a professional league was vital for continuing the development of players.

[5][6] In 2010, Jamie Harnwell was named head coach and led the team to second and first place finishes and a first-time trip to the finals.

[10] Despite signing a two-year contract extension in August 2023,[11] Epakis left the coaching role for personal reasons in June 2024.

[13] In October 2023, Australian Professional Leagues confirmed new owners had been found for the club, which was to be Robert Brij and John Nekic.

[16] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.