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Mental Health Day |
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Mental Health Week runs from 4 to 11 October, and this Friday we mark World Mental Health Day, a global reminder of the importance of mental wellbeing in every aspect of life, including sport.
This year’s WA Mental Health Week theme, “Empowering Communities, Thriving Workforces”, resonates deeply with community sport.
True Sport is proud to support WA sporting organisations with a suite of mental health and wellbeing resources, from interactive workshops and eLearning modules to practical eToolkits and the True Sport Mental Health Champions Network. These tools help clubs and teams foster safe, inclusive environments where mental wellbeing is a shared priority.
This Mental Health Week, let’s champion the connection between mental wellbeing, meaningful roles in sport, and the strength of supportive sporting communities. |
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Employee and Volunteer Assistance Program |
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The SportWest Employee and Volunteer Assistance Programs (EAP/VAP) are available to eligible SportWest members to access, no matter where your heads at.
In a further boost to the program, eligible organisations can now access up to six (6) sessions with a counsellor through both the EAP and VAP to proactively support volunteers and club members!
Visit the True Sport website to read the FAQs and find out how you can access this vital service for yourself or your colleagues club members.
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WA Sport Industry Conference | Final Week to Secure Your Spot! |
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Time’s running out to join the most important conversation in WA sport. With just one week left of ticket sales, now’s your chance to be part of the 2025 WA Sport Industry Conference, a full-day event dedicated to leadership, innovation, and the power of sport to shape our communities.
Held in partnership with the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport, this year’s conference brings together leaders from across the sector to explore what it truly means to lead, on the field, in the boardroom, and behind the scenes.
Whether you're driving change in grassroots clubs or steering strategy at the highest level, this is your moment to help shape the future of sport in WA. |
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Women of Sport Leadership Program | End of Program Celebration |
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Join us for an inspiring afternoon as we celebrate the conclusion of the 2025 Women of Sport Leadership Program, a transformative initiative dedicated to empowering women in sport administration across Western Australia.
Hosted by SportWest and proudly supported by the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport, this event will showcase the achievements of our incredible mentors and mentees. Hear personal stories from participants about their leadership journeys and the impact of tailored networking, education, and mentoring throughout the program.
This celebration marks a significant milestone in advancing gender equity in sport.
Industry leaders, stakeholders, and supporters – we warmly invite you to be part of this special occasion. Come connect, reflect, and celebrate the future of women in sport leadership.
Date: Wednesday 5 November 2025
Venue: Claremont Hotel, 1 Bay View Terrace, Claremont 6010
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
RSVP: by Wednesday 29 October 2025
Details: Cocktail food and drink on arrival. Cash bar available.
Cost: SportWest members $25, non-members $38 |
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Best on Road Online Information Session |
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"Best on Road" is SportWest's partnership with the West Australian Government's Road Safety Commission. The partnership is supporting initiatives to reduce instances of road trauma on Western Australia's roads. The project will fund SSAs, clubs and individuals to deliver road safety initiatives across community sport in WA.
The partnership is comprised of four key elements:
1. Club Rewards Program
2. The Captains Club
3. WA Sport Awards Partnership
4. Ambassador Program
This session will provide an opportunity to discuss the detail of each of these elements and explore how clubs or sports can make the most of the funding opportunity.
Date: Tuesday 14 October 2025
Time: 10:00am - 10:30am. Teams link will be emailed on Monday prior to info session
Registration: Closes at 11:59pm, Sunday 12 October 2025
Cost: SportWest Members Free |
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Industry Workforce Capability Course Opportunity | The New Manager |
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We're excited to engage AIM WA to deliver a course for sports professionals, targeting managers, team leaders, or other people who are planning a career in management, free of charge. AIM WA is an organisation with over 60 years' experience delivering tailored training and development programs that meet the needs of West Australian organisations.
This three-day face-to-face program equips new and emerging sport industry managers with practical skills in leadership, project and financial management, stakeholder engagement, and team performance.
Participants will develop tools to manage people, priorities, and change effectively, while building leadership styles, emotional intelligence, and strategies to achieve both individual and organisational goals. |
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2025 ASC Sport Volunteer of the Year
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Do you know a sport volunteer who has made an exceptional impact over the past 12 months? The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) is on the lookout for the 2025 Sport Volunteer of the Year.
The ASC Sport Volunteer of the Year award recognises a volunteer who has made an outstanding contribution to a sporting organisation, club, team or program over the previous year. The nominee is inclusive, community-focused and helps to create a positive legacy. The volunteer gives their time selflessly and without financial gain.
The winner of this annual award will receive national recognition and a special presentation at their home club this December. |
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Recreational Spaces Snapshot Survey |
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It's Recreational Spaces Snapshot Week! If you find yourself near a park between now and this Sunday 12 October, you can help Nature Play WA by recording your observations for 5 minutes while you're there.
Simply click on the link below, and record what you see. You can contribute as many parks, on as many days and as many timeslots as you like - this week only. The data will help capture park usage and shape the future planning of our recreational spaces. |
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Tennis West Strategic Facilities Plan – seeking Expressions of Interest |
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Tennis West invites Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified consultants to revise and modernise the WA Strategic Facilities Plan (2018). The updated plan will guide future investment and development of tennis facilities across Western Australia.
With their Strategic Plan recently refreshed, alignment to updated themes and objectives is a priority. Submissions are due by 24 October 2025. |
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Sporting Legends Day at Ascot | Saturday 18 October
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Meet WA’s sporting heroes, from AFL, rugby, cricket and swimming, and support Danny Green’s Stop the Coward Punch campaign. Snap selfies, grab autographs, and enjoy social media phenomenon Big John Fisher’s Bangers spinning tracks. The event celebrates WA sport with fan experiences, entertainment and racing action.
Limited offer: SportWest Members get 2-for-1 tickets – just $14 for two! Ages 17 and under enter free. Use code LEGENDSDAY2for1 when booking online. First in, best dressed! |
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Online Safety in Sport Webinar |
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In support of Children's Week 2025, join SportWest and the eSafety Commissioner for a must-attend webinar tackling the biggest online safety risks facing kids in sport. From cyberbullying and image-based abuse to new social media age restrictions coming this December, this session will help SSOs stay informed, prepared, and proactive.
Learn how to spot online harm, respond effectively, and use True Sport resources to build safer digital environments. Hear directly from experts, ask questions live, and get practical tools to protect young people in your organisation.
Who is this session for: State Sport Organisations (SSOs). SSOs are recommended to identify their most appropriate staff member(s) and/or volunteer(s) to attend this interactive webinar.
When: Wednesday, 22nd October 2025
Where: Online (a link will be sent to registered participants closer to the event date)
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am
Cost: FREE to SportWest members. Non-members $30.
Registration: Registration is essential, please register online via the below button. |
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