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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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Inspiring Women Series | The Courage to Lead: Lessons in Resilience, Leadership and Creating Change
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Join two of Australia's most influential women in sport for an engaging breakfast conversation about leadership, resilience and creating meaningful change.
Olympic gold medallist Natalie Cook brings insights from the highest levels of sporting performance, sharing lessons from success, setbacks, leadership under pressure and the courage required to keep moving forward.
Alongside her, Kerry Turner, one of Australia's leading voices in women and girls' sport, will share her experience driving change across sport and government, influencing policy, creating opportunities and leading reform.
This is a unique opportunity to hear a genuine conversation between two women who have represented Australia at the highest level of sport and gone on to influence the future of the sector in different ways. Together, they will explore lessons from elite competition, leadership, resilience and the courage required to create meaningful change.
Be inspired by their stories, learn from their experiences, and take away practical insights to help you lead with confidence in your own career, sport and life.
Date: Thursday 15 October 2026
Venue: Novotel Hotel Perth Murray Street
Time: 7.30am – 9.30am
Details: Includes sit-down plated breakfast
Registration: Limited tickets available! Registration closes at 12:00pm, Thursday 8 October.
Cost: SportWest Members $50. Non-members $75. |
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Registrations are now OPEN for Physical Literacy Week 2026!
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Registrations are now OPEN for Physical Literacy Week 2026! From 2–8 November, schools, early learning services and families across Australia are invited to Play. Move. Explore. with free activities and resources designed to get children moving, playing and building their physical literacy.
Register early for access to hard-copy resource kits and some fantastic early bird prizes from HART Sport, GeckoSports and Ready Steady Go Kids. |
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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.
Details on each topic can be found below.
Growing your volunteer team | Tuesday 13 October 2026, 5-6pm
Supporting people who support your club | Wednesday 4 November 2026, 5-6pm
Celebrating the season and shaping what's next | Wednesday 18 November 2026, 5-6pm
Measuring change and the difference your club makes | Wednesday 2 December 2026, 5-6pm |
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Beyond the Boundary | Thursday, October 1, 2026, Mineral Resources Park
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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.
This special event will explore the power of building an authentic and influential brand in today's digital landscape.
Hear from a panel of leaders and trailblazers:
Trisha Squires - Head of AFLW Operations
Nicole Moody - Managing Director of Hunter Advisory & Board Member of the West Coast Eagles
Georgie Cleaver & Ella Roberts - AFLW Players
Enjoy a two-course lunch as our speakers share their experiences navigating leadership, visibility and influence. Throughout the afternoon they'll each discuss the importance of authenticity, resilience and reputation, and provide insights into building meaningful and a lasting impact both personally and professionally. |
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Inclusion Solutions | Inclusive Sport Pathways Workshop
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How can we better support athletes with intellectual disability to progress from community participation to elite competition?
Join Inclusion Solutions and Sport Inclusion Australia in the Inclusive Sport Pathways workshop to explore the topic further!
They will be joined by guest speaker Robyn Smith OAM, President of Virtus Sport and a leading advocate for inclusive sport. With more than 35 years of experience advancing inclusive sport across Australia and internationally, Robyn brings a wealth of knowledge and insight.
You'll also hear directly from athletes in a panel discussion as they share their experiences, the support that's helped them succeed, and ideas for creating stronger pathways for future generations.
This workshop is free. Register today to secure your place. |
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Grow your sport in Mandurah
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Want to attract new members and introduce more people to your sport?
The City of Mandurah is hosting a Multi-Sport Come and Try Day on Saturday, 10 October, and all sporting organisations are invited to host a free market stall to showcase their sport and promote their local clubs.
Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to recruit new members and Mandurah is one of the fastest growing areas in WA.
Local clubs are also eligible to apply for a City of Mandurah ClubConnect grant worth $700, which can help fund display and promotional materials for your stall.
For more information or to register, please email Ariane de Rooy at ariane.derooy@mandurah.wa.gov.au. |
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WA Star Caitlin Eynon Wins Inaugural WPBL Championship
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Western Australian baseball star Caitlin Eynon has helped the Los Angeles Queens win the first Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) championship in the United States.
The 23-year-old Melville Braves player capped a memorable season as the Queens defeated the San Francisco Firebells 2-0 in the deciding fifth game at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois, on 22 September, claiming the series 3-2.
Baseball WA CEO, Lachlan Dale, said Eynon continues to be a role model on and off the field. “Caitlin has given everyone in WA baseball something to be proud of. To win a championship in the WPBL’s first season, and deliver when the pressure was on, is a tremendous achievement,” Dale said. |
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Dispute Resolution Initiative | Meet the True Sport Preferred Providers
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When challenges arise, having access to the right expertise can make all the difference.
As part of the True Sport Dispute Resolution Initiative, SportWest has established the True Sport Preferred Provider List, connecting sporting organisations across Western Australia with experienced and independently vetted mediators, investigators and dispute resolution practitioners.
This week, we’re highlighting three of the professionals available through the initiative, each bringing a different area of expertise to support sporting organisations in navigating complaints, conflicts, integrity matters and disputes.
Brendan Kays
With more than 30 years’ experience across policing, investigations, sporting governance and integrity, Brendan provides independent investigations, mediation and dispute resolution services. He specialises in National Integrity Framework matters, safeguarding, misconduct, disciplinary disputes and governance.
Keith Wood
Keith is a governance and disciplinary specialist with more than 10 years’ senior leadership experience in sport administration and independent tribunal work. His expertise includes disciplinary matters, grievance resolution, governance, regulations and process improvement.
Kelly Loakes
Kelly is an experienced investigator specialising in workplace and sporting integrity matters. She has extensive experience investigating safeguarding, National Integrity Framework and Code of Conduct matters, taking an independent, impartial and trauma-informed approach.
Explore the True Sport Preferred Provider List to find out more about the providers available to support your organisation.
Each provider has undergone a vetting process involving SportWest, CITS, a State Sporting Association representative and a legal representative. SportWest does not have any involvement in the services providers deliver, how they conduct their work or the outcomes of individual matters. |
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Working with Children Check Legislative Changes Now in Effect
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Important changes to Western Australia’s Working with Children (WWC) legislation came into effect on 17 September 2026, further strengthening child safety protections. The amendments introduce mutual recognition of negative WWC outcomes across Australian states and territories, meaning adverse interstate WWC decisions can now be recognised in WA.
Sporting organisations are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the changes and consider any implications for their workforce and volunteer management processes. The WWC Screening Unit will contact organisations directly if any existing card holders are impacted.
For more information, resources and upcoming information sessions, visit the WA Working with Children website. |
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Build Respect, Inclusion and Gender Equality in Your Organisation
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Sport and recreation organisations play an important role in shaping positive attitudes, behaviours and community culture.
The Respectful Relationships Sport and Recreation Program (RRSRP), delivered by Starick in partnership with SportWest through the True Sport Respectful Relationships Initiative, supports sporting organisations, recreation organisations and local governments to strengthen their approach to respect, safety, inclusion and gender equality.
Participating organisations will receive:
The program is offered at no cost and is designed to help organisations build safer and more inclusive environments for everyone involved in sport and recreation.
Group 6 onboarding is now underway, with the next workshop taking place on 27 October. Organisations interested in participating can contact the Starick Respectful Relationships Team.
Email: rrsrp@starick.org.au
Phone: (08) 9478 5300 |
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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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