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Above and Beyond: Recognising our Sports Administrators
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Following its inauguration at the 2021 SportWest Awards, The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) Sports Administrator of the Year is back for a third year.
DLGSC Sports Administrator of the Year Award acknowledges the hard work and dedication of sports administrators from across the WA sport industry. The finalists for the award, as determined by the Community Sport Selection Panel, are: Troy Kirkham (Australian Rules Football), Abid Imam (Football), and Shayley McGurk-Davy (Hockey).
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National road cycling championships race into Perth
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Thousands of elite cyclists are set to race into Perth for the largest participation road cycling event in Australia.
The Cook Government has secured the AusCycling Road National Championships for 2025, 2026 and 2027.
This is the first time the prestigious event has been held in Perth since 1997, and the first time it is being held outside of Victoria in 17 years.
The Championships include three sub-events: a road race, comprising of elite, under 23, para-cycling, masters, club and junior road races; time trials; and a criterium, a bike race consisting of several laps around a closed circuit.
📷 Tourism Western Australia
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Inflatable Free Arch Free to Hire
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Looking for a great way to make your outdoor sports event more memorable? The Sport and Recreation, WA inflatable arches are a perfect way to add an exciting and professional element to any event! Not only will the arch be a stand-out your event, but also provide: Crowd direction, An official start, Great photo-opportunities.
Get your next event pumped up with an inflatable arch - the benefits are endless. Reach out to the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries for more information.
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Grant Opportunity |Improving Health Outcomes for Priority Populations of Women and Girls
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This grant opportunity will contribute to implementation of the National Women’s Health Strategy 2020-2030 which outlines a national approach to improving health outcomes for all women and girls, particularly those at greatest risk of poor health.
The 2022-23 March Budget allocated funds for community-led initiatives and organisations to support the health of disadvantaged and marginalised Australian women and girls.
The objective of this grant opportunity is to support innovative approaches to trialling new initiatives, or expanding existing health promotion activities that focus on improving health literacy, reducing risk, and improving health outcomes within priority population groups.
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Women Leaders in Sport Leadership Workshops
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This workshop series is an excellent opportunity for eligible women involved in the sports industry, including sports administrators, coaches, officials, club volunteers, and those in sports media who want to enhance or refresh their leadership skills.
The program provides individuals with contemporary leadership techniques, imparts valuable insights into the sports world, and fosters connections among women from every corner of the country. Applications close January 28, 2024.
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WA's Big Ocean Relay
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Join Swimming WA for an Open Water Relay Competition open to all in the community. Gather your team of four and challenge yourselves in your choice of a 2km or 4km relay.
Date: Saturday 9 March, 2024
Location: Swanbourne Beach.
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Rugby SVNS
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This weekend the Perth leg of the Rugby7s kicks off at HBF Park!
Perth is one of eight international cities to be hosting a leg of the tournament, which prides itself on creating a great party-like atmosphere with live music and entertainment, food markets, a beach club and a party stand
This is going to be a huge few days of jam-packed action for rugby fans, so don’t miss out!
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WA Volunteer of the Year Awards Nominations open!
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Sport thrives off a community of hardworking and dedicated volunteers!
Whether it's the coach who inspires, the team manager who organizes like a pro, or the dedicated volunteer who keeps the spirit of the game alive – Nominate your volunteers for the 2024 WA Volunteer of the Year Awards!
Nominations open until 8 March, 2024.
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Child Safeguarding Workshop
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You are invited to attend the True Sport Child Safeguarding Workshop where you will have the opportunity to better understand the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations (National Principles) and consider the work your SSA is already doing to implement each National Principle and identify your next focus areas.
This workshop is for WA State Sport Associations (SSAs). SSAs are recommended to identify their most appropriate staff member(s) and/or volunteer(s) to attend this interactive workshop
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Mental Health and Wellbeing Workshop
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Register for our upcoming True Sport Mental Health and Wellbeing Workshop at SportHQ.
This workshop will help State Sporting Association staff to embed True Sport – Mental Health and Wellbeing resources within their sporting context and become Mental Health Champions.
Participants will learn skills appropriate for a sport administrator to respond to mental health issues and help promote positive mental health and wellbeing outcomes.
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