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Join Us at the 2026 WA Sport Industry Conference
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The 2026 WA Sport Industry Conference is set to bring together leaders, decision-makers and changemakers from across sport, recreation, government, business and community sectors to explore this year's theme, Beyond Sport: Where health, community and economy connect.
From the economic impact of sport and the future of community infrastructure to workforce development, storytelling and participation, the conference will feature an inspiring program of keynote presentations, panel discussions and industry conversations designed to challenge thinking and spark new ideas.
We are proud to present this year's conference in partnership with the WA Government, whose ongoing commitment to advancing sport and recreation in Western Australia helps make this event possible.
Don't miss the opportunity to connect, learn and be part of the conversations shaping our sector's future. |
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SportWest Connect | Photography Hints & Tips
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Want to elevate the quality of your sport’s content and strengthen your digital storytelling?
Join SportWest and Leederville Camerahouse for an engaging and practical session where their expert team will share top tips and techniques for capturing high-quality photos and videos that resonate with your audience.
This is also a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow professionals working in marketing, communications and events roles across the WA sporting sector, share ideas, and build your network.
Date: Tuesday 22 September, 2026
Time: 9:30AM – 10:45AM
Location: Leederville Camera House | 201 Oxford Street, Leederville 6007 |
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SportWest Webinar | HR Law for WA Sporting Organisations
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Employment and governance matters can be complex for sporting organisations, particularly when managing staff and volunteers, meeting compliance obligations, and fulfilling board responsibilities.
Join employment law specialist Laura Fry and commercial law specialist Cass Wright as they share practical insights into key HR and legal considerations for sporting organisations. This webinar will cover common workplace challenges, compliance requirements, governance obligations and strategies to help minimise legal risk while supporting a positive workplace culture.
Date: Wednesday 23 September 2026
Time: 9:30AM – 10:30AM |
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International Day of People with Disability 2026 Event Sponsorship up to $1250
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Got a great idea to celebrate people with disability in your community? Community groups, not-for-profit organisations and local government authorities can now apply for funding to help make IDPwD 2026 a celebration to remember.
IDPwD is celebrated on 3 December every year, and this year's WA theme is Valued. Included. Leading. It celebrates the strengths and achievements of West Australians with disability, and the important role they play in our communities.
You can apply for grants of up to $1,250 to run an event or initiative raising awareness and celebrating people with disability. |
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Sport and Recreation Events Funding Program
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Applications are now open for the Sport and Recreation Events Funding Program, which supports a calendar of sport and recreation events in metropolitan and regional Western Australia.
Funding helps sport and active recreation organisations secure and deliver international, national and mass participation events across the State.
Funding is available across three streams:
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Event Projects - grants supporting development of a strategic events plan/business case to identify future WA-hosted sport and/or active recreation events that align to the program objectives.
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Event Hosting - grants supporting national, international and mass participation events. The delivery of the event must include sport development initiatives utilising elite athletes or other key personnel to enhance local sport development.
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Country Sport Enrichment Scheme - support towards high-level events and sport development opportunities in regional WA. The event delivery must include sport development initiatives in regional WA utilising elite athletes or other key personnel to enhance local sport development.
Before starting your application, you must read the guidelines and contact your CITS sport advisor or regional officer to discuss your event. |
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Inclusion Webinar 3: Co-design in Practice
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The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport, invite you to attend their upcoming Inclusion webinar on Co-design in Practice.
This webinar will teach you the fundamentals of co-design and how to embed participant experience into sport participation program design and delivery to improve relevance and retention.
What we'll cover:
1. What is co-design
2. Applying co design for participant led engagement.
When: Wednesday 9 September 2026
Time: 11am to 12pm AWST
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: Free |
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Volunteer Advantage Webinar Series 2026
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The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport is delivering the Volunteer Advantage Webinar Series, facilitated by Louise Giles - Manager Training and Development, Volunteering WA.
This series offers 4 online sessions to help sporting and recreation organisations strengthen volunteer engagement and build more sustainable clubs.
This series explores practical approaches to volunteer recruitment, retention, support and succession planning, providing participants with achievable strategies that can be applied immediately.
There are 4 opportunities available through this program you can attend. Sessions are presented non-sequentially, so you can join the ones that suit your needs.
Choose one session or attend all 4. It is up to you.
Introduction to succession planning | Wednesday 16 September 2026, 5 - 6 pm
Growing your volunteer team | Tuesday 13 October 2026, 5 - 6 pm
Supporting people who support your club | Wednesday 4 November 2026, 5 - 6 pm
Celebrating the season and shaping what's next | Wednesday 2 December 2026, 5 - 6 pm |
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Beyond the Boundary | AFLW Luncheon
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Join the West Coast Eagles for an afternoon of connection, insight and shared purpose at the Beyond the Boundary AFLW Luncheon.
In a world where digital content is constant and audiences are more connected than ever, this year's luncheon will explore the opportunities and challenges of building, protecting and evolving a personal brand. Through engaging conversations with athletes, business leaders and industry experts, we'll unpack what it takes to remain authentic, relevant and resilient while navigating social media, public visibility and an increasingly connected landscape.
Bringing together leaders from sport, business and the broader community, the event will provide valuable perspectives and meaningful discussions that inspire impact both on and off the field. |
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True Sport X Evolve WA | De-Escalating Conflict & Aggression Workshop
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SportWest is proud to deliver a Evolve WA facilitated workshop as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting safer and more respectful community sport environments.
Conflict is an inevitable part of working with people, and at some point we will all encounter an agitated, aggressive or emotional interaction. How we respond can make the difference between a smooth resolution and an escalating situation.
This practical workshop will provide participants with tools and techniques to confidently respond to threatening, violent, aggressive and unexpected behaviour. It is particularly valuable for those in public-facing or high-pressure environments, including sport and recreation settings.
Who should attend:
This workshop is ideal for participation, competition and forward-facing staff who regularly engage with members of the public or community sport environments, and who may experience or manage challenging, escalated or high-emotion interactions.
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Causes and triggers of conflict
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Preventing violence and escalation
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Stages of escalation
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Responding to emergencies
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Self-awareness and calming strategies
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The role of body language
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Defusing techniques
Date: Wednesday 16th of September 2026
Venue: Peel CITS Office | 16 Dolphin Dr, Mandurah WA 6210
Time:1:30pm-4:30pm
Details: Afternoon tea included
Registration: Closes at 11:59pm, Monday 14th of September 2026
Cost: SportWest Member Organisations free. Non-members $50. |
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Being an Active Bystander in Sport Workshop
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Creating safe, welcoming and respectful sporting environments starts with all of us.
True Sport and Starick's Respectful Relationships team invite sport leaders, administrators, coaches and volunteers to attend a free Being an Active Bystander in Sport workshop facilitated by Trent Larkman from Everyday Actions.
These interactive sessions will help participants better understand the drivers of family and domestic violence, recognise harmful language and behaviours, develop strategies to respond to challenging situations, and build confidence to stand up for others as an active bystander.
Workshop Details
Day Session (best suited to sport leaders and administrators)
Date: Tuesday, 6 October 2026
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am
Location: Sport HQ, 203 Underwood Ave, Floreat
Cost: Free to attend (including free parking)
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Evening Session (best suited to club coaches and volunteers)
Date: Tuesday, 6 October 2026
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Swan Active Beechboro, 332 Benara Rd, Beechboro
Cost: Free to attend (including free parking)
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Whether you're a coach, volunteer, committee member or administrator, this workshop will provide practical tools to help foster a culture of respect both on and off the field.
Register today and help create sporting clubs where everyone feels safe, welcome and respected. |
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Have Your Say: Join Our Youth Advisory Group
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SportWest is calling for young people aged 14-25 to join our Voices of Children and Young People Advisory Group.
This is your opportunity to share your ideas, influence decisions that affect young people in sport, connect with the WA sporting sector, and help shape the future of sport in Western Australia.
We're keen to hear from young people from First Nations, culturally and linguistically diverse, disability, regional and remote communities, as well as girls and women, and those involved in sport as participants, athletes, volunteers, coaches, officials and leaders.
Expressions of Interest are now open and close Friday 18 September 2026 at 5pm. |
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Working with Children Check Amendments: Information Sessions Available
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The Working with Children Screening Unit is hosting a series of free online information sessions to help organisations and individuals understand recent and upcoming amendments to the Working with Children Check legislation.
These sessions will provide practical guidance on what the changes mean, who may be affected, and any actions organisations should take to ensure ongoing compliance. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and hear directly from the Working with Children Screening Unit.
Secure your place by registering and stay informed about your obligations under the Working with Children Check framework. |
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