Valley Sport Update - March 2021

Valley Sport Update - March 2021

March 30, 2021

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Restriction update

The Victorian Government has announced that Victoria will further relax its COVIDSafe Settings, allowing for reduced mask wearing, more visitors in the home and an increase in the number of people allowed at live sporting venues and other settings.Indoor physical recreation and community sport: A density quotient of 1 per 2sqm applies to each space. Signage must state the number of people permitted inside and electronic record keeping through the Services Vic application or a government API-linked digital system is required.

Outdoor physical recreation and community sport: No cap on outdoor fitness classes other than density quotient of 1 per 2sqm. Electronic record keeping through the Services Vic app or a government API-linked digital system is required. Venues with capacity of greater than 500 patrons must publish a COVIDSafe Plan online.Pools, spas, saunas, steam rooms and springs: Indoor venues open with a density quotient of 1 per 2sqm when using electronic recording keeping (if not using electronic record keeping, density quotient of 1 per 4sqm applies). Outdoor pools open with a density quotient of 1 per 2 sqm. Electronic record keeping through the Services Vic app or a government API-linked digital system is required.Public Gatherings: Up to 200 people (infants under 12 months are not included in the 200)Visitors at home: Up to 100 people in a day. People from different households are allowed (infants under 12 months not included)Face masks: Mandatory to wear them in public transport settings and while traveling in commercial passenger vehicles. Not required to wear them in retail settings To view the full list of COVIDSafe Settings that have been in place from 6pm Friday 26 March 2021, click here.

Strategic Planning

A strategic plan provides clear direction for your club and its members, helping define a road map for achieving future goals.

At Valley Sport we can work with your club to develop a strategic plan, fully funded by a Sporting Club Grant. Valley Sport understands that no one club or sport is the same and so through research methods and engagement processes, Valley Sport will work with your club from start to finish to develop a strategic plan.

2021 All Abilities Harmony Cup

This years 2021 All Abilities Harmony Cup saw a record number of teams and players hit the pitch at Shepparton's Princess Park. Schools and service providers from all over Central and Northern Victoria came together after months of practicing to take part in the cups sixth year and was a warm welcome back to community sport after COVID19 2020 shutdown of sport.The round robin style event provides an opportunity for people with a disability to learn cricket for the first time or put their practiced skills to action, and allows everyone to participate. Whilst also shining a light on and celebrating the wonderful contribution people with a disability, their families, careers, and volunteers make to community sport.A big congratulations to the events organisers Shepparton / Youth Club United Cricket Club, ConnectGV and Cricket Victoria along with many other community supporters for another successful year!  

Last week was This Girl Can week

If you missed out or want to stay involved, try one of the awesome at home online workouts:https://thisgirlcan.com.au/active-at-home/Or keep an eye out for future events near you: https://www.facebook.com/ThisGirlCanVIC/events

Social Sixes

To celebrate This Girl Can VIC Week; Valley Sport, Cricket Victoria and Shepparton / Youth Club United Cricket Club are excited to deliver a free 6-week Social Sixes program! Please make sure to register for the program as soon as possible by heading to the following link: https://www.cricketvictoria.com.au/socialsixes/shepparton/

Women and Girls AFL Clinic!

Wednesday April 7th 10-11am Kennedy Park, Yarrawonga!Come along for a whole lot of fun! Have a go, learn some new skills and enjoy the game of AFL. Register now: www.trybooking.com/BPLAS

Come and Try Pickleball in Cobram

Have you booked into one of the Pickleball sessions?!Valley Sport will be holding four Pickleball Come and Try sessions at the Cobram Sports Stadium on the 7th & 14th of April from 4pm until 6pm and the 20th & 27th April 12pm - 1pm. Each Come and Try Session will feature a guided run down of the rules, time to have a practice and an opportunity to play games!Book now via: https://www.trybooking.com/BPJTA

Online Responsible Service of Alcohol CourseValley Sport are delivering another Online Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) course. Now is a great time to get your qualification to support your club in 2021.Undertaking an RSA course gives participants the skills and knowledge necessary to contribute to a safe and enjoyable local sporting club environment.

Time and date: 6:30pm, 19th April 2021Cost: $50

To book now, visit: https://www.trybooking.com/BQCSG

First Aid/CPR Course

Previously known as Apply first aid or Senior first aid, this training course will give you the skills and knowledge required to provide First Aid response, life support, management of casualty(s), the incident and other first aiders, in a range of situations, including in the home, workplace or within the community, until the arrival of medical or other assistance.

The course will be delivered by TalkSmart Training.The course involves an Online component to be completed prior to a 90 minute practical assessment to be undertaken at the Shepparton Sports Stadium.

Time and date: 7:15pm, 5th May 2021Cost: $160To book now, visit: https://www.trybooking.com/BQFIT

Coming soon: Sports Trainer Courses

  • Level 1 Sports Trainer 

  • Level 1 Re-Accreditation 

Athlete Pathway Grants Program

Category 2: Victorian Sport and Recreation ClubsClubs can apply for on behalf of emerging athletes (individuals or teams) to assist with the costs of travel and accommodation costs to train or compete at events that contribute to their development within their sporting pathway. Clubs can also apply for funding for coaches and officials to assist with the costs of travel to carry out official duties at events. Closes: 6 April 2021For more information, visit our website: https://valleysport.net.au/athlete-pathway-grants-program/

Small Grants Program: Tomorrow Today Foundation - Benalla

Tomorrow Today is Benalla’s independent community foundation. Applications from local organisations and groups are invited for projects that enable residents to help build a stronger, more resilient and prosperous Benalla and district community.

Closes: 5pm 8th April 2021For more information, visit our website: https://valleysport.net.au/small-grants-program/

Community Grants - Moira Shire Council

Community Strengthening Grants provide funds that strengthen the involvement of community organisations by developing services, management of facilities, coordination of events and promotion of tourism and health in the community.

Available Grants:

  • Community Recovery Grants

  • Quick Response Grants (all year round)

Closes: 30 June 2021

For more information, visit our website: https://valleysport.net.au/community-grants-moira-shire/

Community Motor Sport Program

The Community Motorsport Program is the Victorian Government’s first dedicated motorsport investment program that provides grant opportunities through two funding categories:

  • The Motorsport Club Assistance Category

  • The Infrastructure Upgrades and Equipment Category

Closes: 30 June 2022

For more information, visit our website: https://valleysport.net.au/community-motorsport-program-2/

Grant Programs - Marysville and Triangle Community Foundation

Marysville and Triangle Community Foundation has a deep understanding of the issues, challenges and opportunities within the broader community. The focus is determined by the original source of the funds received by the Foundation and the conditions attached to the funds.

Closes: 10 May 2021

Active Kids Voucher Program

The Get Active Kids Voucher Program helps eligible families get their kids involved in organised sport and recreation activities by reimbursing the cost of membership and registration fees, along with uniforms and equipment essential for participation. Eligible children may be able to receive up to $200 each.Round 1 closes: 11th April.For more information, visit: https://valleysport.net.au/get-active-kids-voucher-program/

Coming soon: TAC Club Rewards

The TAC Club Rewards Program has been designed to help grassroots football get back on the field, providing integral support to clubs as they prepare to return after the cancellation of the 2020 season.

As part of the program, all AFL Victoria aligned clubs across regional Victoria and in the metropolitan leagues can take part and earn up to $10,000 in funding by promoting road safety to their community.Opens: 1st April 2021For more information, please visit: https://aflvic.com.au/TACClubRewards/

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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