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From Self-Doubt to Self-Confidence: Building Self-Trust from the Inside Out
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Self-doubt can hold even highly capable people back from speaking up, pursuing opportunities, stepping into leadership or taking the next big step. But self-confidence isn't something we need to wait for. It's something we can build and strengthen.
In this practical and reflective workshop, you'll explore the thoughts and stories that fuel self-doubt, uncover the evidence of your own capability, and learn how to strengthen self-trust and self-confidence. You'll work through practical strategies to shift your inner narrative from "I'm not confident" to "I can figure this out" and build the courage and confidence to give anything a go.
The goal of this workshop isn't to eliminate self-doubt or become fearless. It's to help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and give you the strategies to know how to strengthen the courage and confidence to step forward, even when you don't have all the answers.
Date: Thursday 27 August 2026
Venue: Sport HQ | 203 Underwood Ave, Floreat WA 6014
Time: 9:30am - 12:00pm
Details: Includes networking opportunity and light refreshments
Registration: Limited tickets available! Registration closes at 12:00pm Friday 21 August
Cost: SportWest Members $25. Non-members $38. |
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Local Sporting Stars | Congratulations Maria and Brad
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We're proud to announce Maria Lathouwers and Brad Moor as this fortnight's recipients of the WA Local Sporting Stars Volunteer Recognition Program.
Maria Lathouwers is a driving force behind her local tennis club, serving as Social Tennis Coordinator and helping create a welcoming, connected community for members. From organising events and maintaining the club grounds to supporting members and improving club facilities, Maria generously contributes countless hours behind the scenes. Her proactive approach, attention to detail and unwavering commitment have strengthened both the club environment and its community spirit, making her an invaluable volunteer.
Brad Moor has been recognised for his outstanding contribution as his club's Mental Wellbeing Champion. Through his compassionate and reliable support, Brad helps ensure members feel valued, connected and supported both on and off the field. He regularly undertakes mental health training to strengthen his ability to assist others and is a constant presence at club events and activities. Often working quietly behind the scenes, Brad's empathy, dedication and commitment to the wellbeing of others make him a highly respected member of the club community.
Nominations for future recipients remain open, with winners selected by a dedicated panel throughout the program. Community members are encouraged to nominate the volunteers who make a difference in their local clubs and help keep sport strong across Western Australia. |
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Places to Play | Australia's National Community Sport InfrastructurePlan
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Community sport is one of Australia’s greatest strengths. It brings people together, builds healthier and more cohesive communities and creates opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to participate, connect and belong.
The success of community sport depends on having sufficient and appropriate places to play which enable welcoming, safe and inclusive experiences. Across Australia local facilities are vital places for sport and active recreation. For safe gathering in times of disaster, as sites of celebration and welcoming and as community hubs supporting essential social connection and cohesion across metropolitan, regional and remote communities.
Places to Play sets out a new, nationally aligned approach to community sport infrastructure, one that places participation outcomes at the centre of decision-making. It is not a blueprint for a single organisation, sport or level of government, but is designed to span traditional thinking about levels and jurisdictions. It is a shared plan for collective action by the system, one that recognises the different roles across the system, while uniting them around a Common Goal and a Common Ground. |
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World Trails Conference | Be part of something extraordinary
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The World Trails Conference 2026 will be held in Western Australia this October, welcoming delegates from across Australia and around the world.
The conference brings together professionals working across trails, tourism, conservation, recreation and land management to share knowledge, explore innovation and strengthen collaboration.
The program includes international keynote speakers, concurrent presentations, interactive workshops, panel discussions and extensive networking opportunities.
A key feature of the conference is the opportunity to connect with a diverse global community — including trail managers, tourism operators, government agencies, researchers and practitioners.
Delegates will also have the opportunity to experience Western Australia’s iconic trail destinations through curated conference tours, showcasing best practice and innovation in action.
The World Trails Conference is more than an event — it is a platform for ideas, partnerships and long-term industry impact.
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Empowering teen girls through sport | Workshop 2: Safe girls, strong clubs
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Delivered in partnership between the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport, and Sport Integrity Australia, this session will focus on child safeguarding in community sport.
Participants will gain practical knowledge and tools to help recognise, prevent and respond to safeguarding concerns, while building club cultures that prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. |
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Education Pathways at Diamond High Performance
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For young athletes considering what comes next, Diamond High Performance connects a passion for sport and fitness with practical skills, nationally recognised qualifications and future career opportunities.
Designed for students in Years 11–12:
Certificate III in Fitness - Love the gym? Qualify as a Gym and Group Fitness Instructor and prepare to work in the fitness industry.
Certificate IV in Fitness - Prepare for a career in Personal Training or gain an alternative university entry pathway into Sport, Health and Exercise Science.
Diploma of Sport - Maximise elite sporting opportunities through flexible, practical learning, or develop management-level skills for a career in sport. Includes an 83* ATAR equivalency for preferred university entry.
Learn in real-world facilities with experienced, high-level coaches.
Delivered at Diamond High Performance in partnership with Sero Institute (RTO 32303). |
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Butterfly Foundation Body Kind Sports
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Body Kind Sports is an initiative of the Butterfly Foundation, developed to help sporting communities foster environments where poor body image and disordered eating aren’t barriers to young people reaching their potential in sport – and in life.
This webinar, in partnership with the Peel Regional Academy of Sports, provides parents and caregivers with information and strategies relating body image and disordered eating in sport and offers guidance that aims to empower and strengthen the knowledge base so they can support their adolescent athlete to be Body Kind. |
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Supporting First Nations young people and families
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First Nations kids and young people should be empowered to express themselves and stay safe, connected and confident online all year round.
eSafety offer a range of free online safety resources developed with First Nations young people, families and carers.
Through stories, activities and yarning, these resources encourage communities to learn together and have meaningful conversations about staying safe online.
For parents and carers of First Nations kids, their short videos are a great place to start. They offer practical tips for yarning with children and young people about online safety while supporting strong connections to family, culture and community. |
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Your Behaviour is Always in Play! | Share the Video Campaign
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True Sport is proud to relaunch the Sideline Behaviour Initiative, in partnership with the WA Government, supporting sporting organisations, clubs, volunteers, officials, coaches, participants and spectators to help create positive, respectful sporting environments across Western Australia.
At the heart of the refreshed campaign is a new message: “Your Behaviour is Always in Play.”
The initiative reminds us that while the action may be on the field, court, track or pool, the behaviour demonstrated on the sidelines has a lasting impact on the sporting experience for everyone involved.
We encourage all member organisations to share the campaign video and resources across your networks, clubs and communities to help reinforce the message that respectful behaviour is everyone's responsibility.
Together, we can continue building sporting environments where everyone feels welcome, respected and supported. |
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BodyKind Sport for Coaches & Support Staff
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True Sport is partnering with the Butterfly Foundation to deliver a free BodyKind Sport for Coaches and Support Staff workshop, designed to help create safe, supportive and inclusive sporting environments for young athletes.
Facilitated by Danni Rowlands, Butterfly Foundation's National Manager for Prevention Service, this practical session will explore the important role coaches and support staff play in shaping young people's relationships with their bodies, eating and sport.
This workshop is ideal for coaches, team managers, support staff and anyone working with young athletes who wants to foster positive sporting experiences and support athlete wellbeing.
Date: Thursday, 20 August 2026
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Location: Sport HQ | 203 Underwood Ave, Floreat
Morning tea and light refreshments included
FREE to attend
Registrations close Tuesday, 18 August 2026. |
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Safeguarding 101 for Sporting Clubs
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Creating safe and welcoming sporting environments starts with understanding your safeguarding responsibilities. Join the Safeguarding 101 for Sporting Clubs workshop this August to learn the fundamentals of child safeguarding in sport, including practical steps clubs can take to protect participants, meet their obligations, and build a positive culture.
Ideal for club administrators, committee members, coaches and volunteers, this session will provide valuable guidance and resources to help your club create safer sporting experiences for everyone.
Event information
Date: Tuesday, 4 August 2026
Time: 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Location: In-person at Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport, 246 Vincent Street, Leederville, and online via a Microsoft Teams link. |
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