A review of the operation and effectiveness of the Working with Children (WWC) Act is currently underway.If you would like to contribute to the review, public submissions are being accepted by the independent State Government Officer, until Wednesday 29 February 2012. MORE INFORMATION Alternatively, you are welcome to provide feedback directly to Helen Cunningham for the potential inclusion in WASF’s Submission by Wednesday 15 February 2012, via email or phone 9387 8100.

The Hon. Terry Waldron, Minister for Sport and Recreation, announced that the State Government will be contributing $100,000 towards the development of a Sports Academy in the Mid-West region. The exact nature of this academy is yet to be determined.  READ MORE

Those interested in hosting events in regional WA may apply for funding under Eventscorp’s Regional Events Scheme, an initiative partly funded by Royalties for Regions. Funding of $5,000 to $50,000 is available for events being held between 1 July 2012 and 30 June 2013. MORE INFORMATION

Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) WA is hosting a one-day conference that aims to address major issues faced by facility planners, designers and managers. PLA WA has provided a list of key themes and is calling for abstracts that meet one or more of these. MORE INFORMATION

Play by the Rules (PBTR) is conducting a survey to gauge the awareness, relevance and quality of their program. As PBTR is an online tool for sport and active recreation organisations and clubs, it is important to gain feedback from such bodies to guide future direction. Complete the 2012 PBTR survey.

The annual EOC International Women’s Day breakfast is being held on Thursday 8 March 2012 from 7.30am to 9.00am at the Pan Pacific Hotel, Perth. The 2012 theme focuses on participation and perception of women in sport. MORE INFORMATION

The Australian Institute of Company Directors is hosting a Leaders Edge Luncheon on Wednesday 8 February 2012 from 12.00pm to 2.00pm at Pan Pacific Hotel, Perth. James Strong AO FAICD will lead a discussion about the current topics and issues of interest, relating to Boards, governance and leadership. MORE INFORMATION

Football West, the peak body for soccer in WA, has been a member of WASF since 1950. They have over 37,000 registered players, and service over 130 metropolitan clubs and almost 80 regional clubs. To learn more about Football West, including their key areas of focus at the present and highlights in the past year, read their member profile.

Chartered Secretaries Australia (CSA) is holding a Certificate in Governance for Not-for-Profits (Intensive) course from Wednesday 29 February to Friday 2 March 2012. MORE INFORMATION

Lotterywest, in partnership with the Department of Sport and Recreation, is offering grants to help eligible organisations plan or construct a new trail, or upgrade and or promote an existing trail. MORE INFORMATION

As part of the Sports 4 All initiative, community volunteer grants of up to $2000 are available for incorporated not for profit sport and active recreation clubs. Grants are for the purpose of assisting clubs to recruit, retain or up-skill volunteers. MORE INFORMATION

The Local Sporting Champions program provides financial assistance for young people, aged 12-18, who are competing, coaching or officiating at a state or national sporting championship that is endorsed by a national sporting organisation. MORE INFORMATION

Issue 3 of the OAMPS Sports Risk Management Newsletter focuses on insurance coverage for sports participants. To provide a greater understanding of this insurance type, the article discusses a typical Personal Accident Policy used in sporting organisations. To read the article click here.

Sports Medicine Australia (SMA) has released their 2012 course schedule for First Aid and Level One Sports Trainer Courses. For more information, including dates and costs, click on the respective course schedule: Semester One | Semester Two.

Nominations are open for the 2012 Sports Officials Awards. The Awards, coordinated through the Department of Sport and Recreation, are being held on Friday 24 February 2012. State sport associations have the opportunity to recognise and reward officials for their contribution to sport in WA. MORE INFORMATION

Sports Medicine Australia (SMA), in partnership with Healthway, is offering grants of up to $3000 for incorporated clubs. Clubs need to be playing in a recognised sporting competition over the 2012 winter season with the aim to make their clubs safer and healthier, as well as providing training and education opportunities. To download an application form click here. MORE INFORMATION

Swimming WA, together with the WA Olympic Council, is holding a special lunch on Thursday 16 February 2012 to celebrate WA hosting the Australian Open Water Championships. To download a copy of the flyer click here.

The Australian Government announced the creation of a new Department of Regional Australia, Local Government, Arts and Sport (DRALGAS). To visit the Department of Regional Australia, Local Government, Arts and Sport website click here. READ MORE

In light of the ANZ Sports Star Awards, the Gibson & Gibson Lawyers article for November focuses on legal considerations in event planning. Sponsorships, contracts, industrial issues and permits and licences are the types of issues covered in this article.

WASF members have the opportunity to advertise job vacancies via Sports Press.

 

  For a full list of jobs available in WA including salaried, community sport, volunteer and intern/traineeships, please click here.

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