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Community Champions Recognised Through WA Local Sports Stars Volunteer Recognition Program
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The WA Local Sports Stars Volunteer Recognition Program is proud to recognise two outstanding volunteers whose dedication is making a lasting impact in community sport.
At just 16 years old, Alyssa Bradbury is already a driving force within her club, volunteering as a coach, supporting fundraising activities, assisting with events and helping foster a positive club culture. Alyssa has also championed mental health awareness through the Mind Over Matter: Sport and Mental Health Symposium and volunteers as a youth leader and mental health speaker across multiple sporting communities. Alyssa is helping to shape a stronger sporting culture while inspiring the next generation of volunteers and leaders.
Also recognised, Wendell Calvin, the founding president of Perth's Western Swifts badminton group. Through years of quiet and dedicated service, Wendell has helped create a welcoming and inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ participants, allies and players of all abilities. His leadership has been instrumental in building a thriving community centred on connection, belonging and participation, while his commitment to mentoring future leaders has helped ensure the long-term sustainability and success of the Western Swifts, creating a legacy that will continue to benefit the community for years to come.
Both Alyssa and Wendell embody the spirit of community sport, demonstrating how volunteers play a vital role in creating inclusive, welcoming and thriving sporting environments. Their contributions are helping strengthen communities and inspire future generations of volunteers across Western Australia.
Congratulations to Alyssa and Wendell on this well-deserved recognition. |
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Celebrate the Next Generation of Women in Sport Leadership
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Join us to connect, support and recognise women shaping the future of sport in Western Australia.
This mid-program event for the Women of Sport Leadership Program will showcase the potential of our 2026 Emerging Leaders, along with the university students joining the program for the first time this year.
Over breakfast, you’ll hear reflections from participants on what they’ve learned so far. Mentee guest presenters Janine Birkett, Netball WA, and Makayla Pugliese-Thompson, Edith Cowan University student, will also share their experiences and key takeaways from the program to date.
Our program partner, Metisphere, will provide insights on the program’s impact.
Whether you’re a leader, peer, mentor, or ally, your attendance helps build a more inclusive and supportive sport industry.
Date: Wednesday, 22 July 2026
Time: 6:45am arrival for a 7:00am start
Event Concludes: 9:30am
Venue: Sunset Terrace Scarboro Function Centre, The Esplanade, Scarborough Beach
RSVP: Before 5pm Wednesday, 15 July 2026
Cost: SportWest Members $30 | Non-members $45. Breakfast is provided |
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Save the Date | WA Sport Industry Conference
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The WA Sport Industry Conference returns on 14 October 2026 at Pan Pacific Perth.
Now in its second year, the Conference will expand into a larger venue, creating more opportunities for attendees to connect, collaborate and strengthen networks across the sector.
The 2026 program will also grow, with an expanded line-up of speakers set to share insights, ideas and perspectives from across the sport industry.
Building on the success of its inaugural year, the Conference continues to provide a valuable platform for industry engagement, learning and professional development in Western Australia.
Further details, including speaker announcements and ticket information, will be released soon. |
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GeckoSports Winter School Holiday Programs Are Back!
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Looking for a fun and active way to keep the kids entertained these winter school holidays? GeckoSports has you sorted with their exciting multi-sport programs designed for maximum fun, energy and engagement!
This July, there are brand new locations added to the line-up, making it even easier for families across WA to get involved.
With a mix of sports, games and skill-building activities, GeckoSports sessions are perfect for kids of all abilities—keeping them active, social and smiling throughout the holidays.
Check out the GeckoSports July calendar to find out more information and register.
Let the kids burn some energy while having a blast these school holidays! |
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Do or die: West Coast Fever host a home semi-final this Sunday
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There's nothing like finals on home soil and West Coast Fever have earned a home semifinal at RAC Arena this Sunday! Tickets are on sale now, and the Fever are calling on the WA sport community to help pack the stands and roar the team on.
FEVER V MAVS | SUN 21 JUN | 2PM | RAC ARENA
One game. Everything on the line. It's do-or-die as the Fever attack finals with their eye on the trophy.
Get behind a WA team chasing a Grand Final spot and be part of the atmosphere.
This will sell out - Get tickets now!
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Last Chance for Perth Bears Foundation Membership
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Perth Bears fans have just days left to secure their place in club history, with Foundation Memberships closing at 1pm on Tuesday 23 June. Demand has surged beyond expectations, with more than 18,000 members already signed up, putting the club on track for sellout matches at HBF Park in its inaugural 2027 season and making this the final chance to secure priority access to future ticketed memberships.
Membership includes a limited-edition pack and recognition within the club’s high-performance facility. Strong WA support has driven the momentum, helping the Bears quickly build a supporter base comparable to established NRL clubs, with more membership options to be released later this year. |
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Future Green and Gold heads to Western Australia to discover our next Olympic stars
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The Future Green and Gold Talent Search is heading to Arena Joondalup on Sunday 28 June, offering Western Australians aged 13-23 the chance to discover their Olympic potential.
Delivered by the AIS in partnership with Rookie Me, the event assesses participants across a range of physical tests - including speed, strength, power and endurance - with the aim of connecting athletes with high performance pathways where they can thrive.
Those identified as having strong potential may be matched with a sport and invited to undertake development opportunities within Australia's high performance system ahead of Brisbane 2032.
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Leadership Matters: Road to Glasgow Breakfast Event
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With excitement building ahead of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, four scholarship athletes from the Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) have been invited to feature in Seven West Media’s Leadership Matters breakfast series next week, in front of up to 600 WA corporate leaders.
As elite athletes competing on the world stage, each has demonstrated exceptional dedication, resilience and determination in pursuit of success. Beyond their sporting achievements, these athletes are powerful role models who champion inclusion, perseverance and high performance, inspiring communities and future generations to pursue their goals with confidence and ambition. |
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Webinar | Understanding and Implementing the Racial Discrimination Policy and Toolkit
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As part of the True Sport Cultural Education initiative, SportWest will host a free webinar on Monday, 29 June to support organisations to implement inclusive policies in practice.
Webinar: Understanding and Implementing the Racial Discrimination Policy and Toolkit
Creating safe, respectful and welcoming environments is essential across sport and recreation. This session will support organisations to understand, adopt and confidently implement the policy in practical and meaningful ways.
Facilitated by Iain Roy, CEO of Sports Integrity and Governance Partners Australia (SIGPA), the webinar draws on extensive experience in sport integrity and governance, including direct involvement in developing the policy and supporting toolkit.
You’ll gain insights into:
The session will also cover implementation guidance, including endorsement, complaints pathways, and embedding the policy into club culture.
Webinar Details:
Date: Monday, 29 June 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: Free |
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Start a Supportive Conversation This Men’s Health Week
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Men’s Health Week is a reminder that small, supportive conversations can make a real difference in community sport.
Using simple check-in language like “I’ve noticed you haven’t seemed yourself lately” or “Is everything okay?” can open the door to a meaningful conversation and show you care.
True Sport’s How to Have a Supportive Conversation guide provides practical steps to help you listen well and respond with confidence. |
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