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Valley Sport COVID - 19 Update Vol. 7
Valley Sport COVID-19 Update Vol. 7
Valley Sport COVID-19 Update Vol. 7
To all of the club volunteers in the Goulburn Valley, thank you!
We understand that the return to Stage 3 restrictions is going to be challenging and wish to acknowledge your hard work over the past few months to work towards a safe return to sport and active recreation. These efforts will put your club in a favourable position when restrictions ease and community sport can return. In the meantime, we strongly encourage all sporting clubs and associations to stay connected with your members.
If your club requires assistance or support we encourage you to contact us via email using [email protected], phone on 5831 8456 or contact any staff that you have an existing connection with directly.
Stay safe and active.The Valley Sport Team.
COVID-19 Return to Stage 3 Restrictions in Regional Victoria
As announced by the Victorian Government from 11:59pm on Wednesday 5th August, regional Victoria returned to Stage 3 "Stay at Home" restrictions due to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases being recorded across the state. Therefore, there is only four reasons to be out: Shopping for food and essential items, care and caregiving, daily exercise with one other person or household members, work and study - if you can't do it from home.
"Stay at Home" restrictions are due to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases being recorded across the state. Key changes for sport and recreation activities:
Community sport – Closed
Indoor sport and recreation – Closed
Outdoor sport – Only allowed to exercise, or activities such as fishing, golf, boating, tennis, surfing with one other person or household members, provided 1.5 metre distance can be maintained
Outdoor sporting facilities – Closed, except for facilities where public gathering and physical distancing limits can be adhered to and there is no use of shared equipment or communal facilities (e.g. tennis courts, golf courses)
Swimming pools – Closed
Playcentres – Closed
Playgrounds – Closed
For the latest information from the Department of Health and Human Services, click here.
We are continuing to constantly monitor the current situation to get a bigger picture about the impact coronavirus (COVID-19) is having on community sport. This information is being collated and regularly updated to ensure the Goulburn Valley sporting community can easily access the information they need.
To view the most recent COVID-19 information for Goulburn Valley Community Sport click here:
We are always here to support the needs of your sporting organisation. If you need assistance please contact our Valley Sport team at [email protected], phone on (03) 5831 8456 or get in touch through the
page on our website.
Online Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Course
Valley Sport are delivering an Online Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) course for sporting clubs. Now is a good time to get your qualification to support your club when sport returns. Undertaking an RSA course gives participants the skills and knowledge necessary to contribute to a safe and enjoyable local sporting club environment.Course details: Wednesday the 26th of August 2020 starting at 6:00pm.To book now, click here: https://www.trybooking.com/BKWPM
Keeping Active – Children
Introducing physical activity and movement into a child’s life from a young age will start good habits early.The following are the Physical Activity Recommendations for children (birth to 5 years):
Infants (birth to one year) physical activity particularly through supervised interactive floor-based play in safe environments should be encouraged from birth. For those not yet mobile, 30 minutes of tummy time including reaching and grasping, pushing and pulling, and crawling spread throughout the day during awake periods is encouraged.
Toddlers (1 to 2 years) should spend at least 180 minutes a day doing a variety of physical activities including energetic play such as running, jumping and twirling spread throughout the day (more is better).
Pre-schoolers (3 to 5 years) should spend at least 180 minutes a day in a variety of physical activities, of which 60 minutes is energetic play such as running, jumping and kicking and throwing, spread throughout the day (more is better). For more information, please click here: https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/health-pubhlth-strateg-phys-act-guidelines
Benefits to a child’s health and fitness:
Better sleep patterns
Improved posture
Improved concentration
Building stronger bones and muscles
Improved balance
Skills development
Increased flexibility
Opportunities to make friends and enhance social skills
Click the links below for some keeping active resources for children: Orienteering at HomeActive for Life - VicHealthTiny Trainers
Mindfulness refers to taking a moment in your day to stop and focus on one thing, whether it’s your breathing or a simple everyday task. It is a good idea to practice mindfulness on a regular basis. The Smiling Mind App facilitates mindfulness, self-confidence & awareness. It is a unique program, designed to help bring balance to your life. To download the app, click here: https://www.smilingmind.com.au/smiling-mind-app
Good Sports
Good Sports is a program that has helped over 9,500 sporting clubs across Australia provide a safe and inclusive environment, where everyone can get involved.Good Sports has been proven to reduce harm and positively influence healthy behaviours, as well as strengthen club membership and boost participation.The program consists of three accreditation levels:Level 1 accreditation focuses on compliance with the relevant state or territory liquor laws.Level 2 is all about taking the learnings from level 1 and using them in the management of alcohol-related activities in the club. Level 2 assists clubs by putting in place a range of practices on responsible alcohol management.Level 3 puts everything into practice from levels 1 and 2 to create a comprehensive alcohol management policy for the club.Contact us to progress your accreditation or to take the first step to becoming a Good Sports Club today!
Applying a Gender Lens on Women and Girls Return to Sport
Throughout the current COVID-19 crisis inclusive community sport has been heavily discussed and questioned within the sporting community. We all want to see the return to sport be a ‘new normal’ model of sport, where opportunities to participate in sport and active recreation are much more accessible and inclusive for all.This document includes practical examples you can use to actively be more welcoming and inclusive. It also includes a small section of information to help better understand gender and the gender lens, as well as a great list of resources to help you explore this topic further.To read the Applying a Gender Lens on Women and Girls Return to Sport document, click here. How you can use this resource:
Share it at your next committee meeting
Send it to your teammates and members and chat about any ideas you would like to implement
Create an action plan using some of the examples
Use the examples as a checklist to see what is already working well at your club or organisation
When safe to do so, print the sheets and display or distribute at your venue or facility
Funding Now Available:The Governance, Skills and Capacity Building Grants (Murrindindi Shire Council)This Grants program supports not-for-profit community groups and organisations, and Committees of Management to meet governance requirements, develop new skills and build capacity. This includes activities that improve the ability to operate effectively, undertake future planning and support sustainability.Applications close at 4pm, on the last Wednesday of every month. Applications are assessed the following month.For more information or to apply, please click here: https://valleysport.net.au/governance-skills-and-capacity-building-grants-murrindindi-shire-council/Quick Response Grants (Murrindindi Shire Council)Quick Response Grants provide essential, urgent support to not-for-profit community groups and organisations who can demonstrate financial hardship as a result of an emergency or unforeseen events.Applications are ongoing. The maximum amount you can apply for is $1,000. For more information, visit: https://valleysport.net.au/quick-response-grants-murrindindi-shire-council/Minor and Major Event Grants (Greater Shepparton City Council)Between $500 and $5,000 is available through round one 2020/2021 of the grants. This program will be granted for events that are held from the 1st January 2021 through to the 31st December 2021 and will only be available for events held during this period. Applications close on 26th August 2020 at 5pm. For more information, visit our website: https://valleysport.net.au/minor-and-major-event-grants-greater-shepparton-city-council/If you have any questions or would like assistance applying to any of the above grants, please don’t hesitate to get in contact.
Follow the Valley Sport Facebook page to keep up to date with resources and tips that will be useful for you and your club during this unprecedented period. We encourage you to share our posts with your members. Click here: facebook.com/ValleySport.GVSA
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