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Final Tickets Remaining for the 2026 WA Sport Industry Conference
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The countdown is on, with just days to go until the 2026 WA Sport Industry Conference and only a limited number of tickets remaining.
We're also thrilled to announce Peter Bol OLY as the latest addition to this year's speaker lineup. Peter will join our panel discussion on Why sport systems must rethink athlete development, participation and potential, bringing a unique perspective shaped by his journey from grassroots athletics to the Olympic stage.
Peter joins an outstanding lineup of speakers who will explore this year's theme, Beyond Sport: Where health, community and economy connect, through thought-provoking discussions on participation, leadership, innovation, integrity and economic impact.
With only a limited number of tickets remaining, now is the time to secure your place. Ticket sales close this Sunday, 4 October. |
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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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True Sport Announced as Finalist in Two AIM WA Pinnacle Awards
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SportWest is delighted to announce that True Sport has been recognised as a finalist in both the Corporate Social Impact Excellence Award and Local Engagement Excellence Award categories at the 2026 AIM WA Pinnacle Awards.
The dual recognition acknowledges the impact True Sport is making in helping sporting organisations create safer, more inclusive and more connected environments through education, resources, partnerships and industry collaboration.
True Sport's success is built on the collective efforts of our members, partners, participants and supporters who continue to drive positive change throughout the Western Australian sporting community.
Winners will be announced at the AIM WA Pinnacle Awards Gala Dinner on 19 November 2026 at Crown Perth.
We extend our sincere thanks to the WA Government, State Sporting Associations, clubs, volunteers, coaches, officials, participants, partners and community leaders whose support and collaboration continue to drive the success and impact of True Sport across Western Australia. |
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Supporting Officials in Practice
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The Australian Sports Commission's new Supporting Officials in Practice online course is now live on the Australian Sport Learning Centre.
Supporting Officials in Practice is a world-first, cross-sport course designed to support those who play a critical role in developing officials. The course provides practical guidance for officials' coaches, mentors, observers, appraisers and other support personnel to help officials learn, develop and thrive in their officiating environments.
The course is built on the ASC's Modern Approach to Officiating, the Officials Development Model, and contemporary evidence on how adults learn and develop. Through a series of engaging modules, learners explore how to effectively support officials before, during and after practice and performance experiences, with a focus on creating meaningful learning opportunities and facilitating long-term development. |
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2026 Sport Volunteer of the Year Award | Nominate Today
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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.
Nominations Open: Monday 14 September 2026
Nominations Close: Sunday 18 October 2026
Finalists Announced: Monday 23 November 2026
Winner Announced: Saturday 5 December 2026 (International Volunteer Day) |
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WA Cricket: FREE Virtual Athlete Wellbeing Workshops |Thursday 29th October via Zoom
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Butterfly Foundation are a long-standing national charity that works to prevent eating disorders and body dissatisfaction from occurring, and support those who are affected. WA Cricket is proud partner with Butterfly, and invites you to help foster confidence and connection in your cricket community. Register for these free online workshops during Women & Girls week now!
Being a BodyKind Athlete
Junior Players aged 12-17
4.30pm-5.30pm
- What body image is and why it matters in sport.
- Key influences on body image; language, puberty, social media and comparisons
- The importance of challenging body ideals in sport
- How to support eating, movement and training
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The Digital Sideline: Online Safety for Young People in Sport
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The eSafety Commissioner, in partnership with SportWest, will deliver this practical and informative webinar exploring the evolving online safety landscape for young people in sport.
Topics will include:
- Current research, trends and insights into young people's online experiences in sport.
- Types of online harm affecting young people and the emerging risks including AI-related harm
- How to respond effectively to online safety incidents and support young people who may have experienced harm.
- Practical strategies, tools and resources available to sporting organisations, clubs, coaches, volunteers and parents to help create safer digital environments.
- Guidance on taking images, videos and livestreaming
This webinar is designed for:
- Sporting organisation and club administrators
- Coaches, officials and volunteers
- Board members and leaders
- Integrity, safeguarding and member protection personnel
- Parents, carers and educators working with young people in sport
This webinar will provide attendees with the knowledge, confidence and practical resources needed to better understand, prevent and respond to online harms, helping to create safer and more inclusive sporting communities for young people.
This webinar is held during WA Children's Week, 24th October to 1st November 2026, with this year's theme being Article 30: Children have the right to use their own language, celebrate their culture and practise their religion.
Date: Wednesday 28 October 2026
Venue: Online
Time: 9:00am-10:00am
Details: Webinar link will be emailed to participants on Monday prior.
Registration: Closes at 5pm Monday 26 October 2026
Cost: SportWest Members Free | Non-members $30 |
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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.
Laura Johnston
Laura is a lawyer by training who transitioned to people & culture, facilitation and sport integrity roles, before starting her own consulting business. With 12 years’ experience in child safeguarding and misconduct in sport, Laura is a trusted complaint handler, investigator of sensitive issues, review lead for cultural concerns, policy expert, as well as a facilitator of integrity workshops and strategy and team workshops for sporting clients.
Neha Dubey
Neha is a barrister with a broad range of experience in acting for both athletes and sporting organisations, particularly in relation to selection, safeguarding and commercial or governance disputes. She has appeared in the National Sports Tribunal and Sports Resolution (UK) Tribunal, has drafted integrity codes to align with national standards and sits as a tribunal member for various sporting bodies.
Peter Mathie
Peter Mathie has a long history of involvement with the not-for-profit and human service sectors. This has involved him working in leadership roles within services, representing government funding agencies, as a management consultant and mediator. He has served in the role of mediator with sporting, arts, housing and community service organisations.
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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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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