Valley Sport Update - November

Valley Sport Update - November 2021

November 26, 2021

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Sports Clubs & Associations, We Want To See How We Can Help You!

Our Club Support Officers are surveying clubs to help us better understand the position of regional sports clubs and associations. Our team hopes to gain a deeper insight into how clubs are faring during what has been an incredibly interrupted couple of seasons, and we hope to be able to assist your club moving forward.

We are conducting surveys via phone or online meetings and would love to hear from your club!To book a time:Email [email protected]Or click here to book online

Insights From Supporting Regional Clubs Research Interim Report 

Throughout the months of August, September and early October 2021, the Valley Sport team worked in partnership with Regional Sport Victoria and seven other Regional Sports Assemblies to undertake surveys with local sporting clubs, leagues and associations to understand the issues facing community sport and recreation.   The findings of these surveys highlight the current mood of grassroots, community-based sport and recreation as they face the task of operating in a “COVID-normal” society.  From 400 surveys the following was uncovered:

  • 37% of respondents stated COVID-19 uncertainty is their major concern

  • 14% are most concerned about membership retention

  • 12% were concerned with a lack of volunteers

  • 17% had serious concerns for the mental health of their members 

To read the full report, click here

Current Restrictions: From 11:59pm Thursday 18 November 2021

For the physical recreation and community sport sector this means:                       

  • Venue caps and density quotients no longer apply at physical recreation premises (indoors and outdoors) with vaccination requirements applying to staff and patrons older than 12 years and 2 months

  • For community sport the vaccination requirements do not apply in relation to any indoor space or outdoor space in a physical recreation premises if that space is being operated only for the purpose of conducting a community sport activity. 

  • Community sport is still required to have COVID Check-in Marshals to record attendance at the venue.

  • COVID Check-in Marshals are not required for unstaffed gyms and fitness centres however pre-registration of members is required to ensure facilities are only accessed by fully vaccinated people

  • Unstaffed outdoor physical recreation premises do not require COVID Check-in Marshals and are exempt from the vaccination requirements (e.g. an unstaffed tennis club).

For more information on the current restrictions, please click here

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence begins on 25 November and ends on 10 December. Respect Victoria will run the Respect Women: ‘Call It Out’ campaign during this period. Together, we can continue to progress gender equality, support better outcomes for women, girls and gender diverse people, and change the attitudes and behaviours that lead to gender based violence – to stop it before it starts. Visit Domestic Violence Victoria for more information.

Get Active Kids Vouchers help eligible families get their children involved in organised sport and active recreation activities by reimbursing the cost of membership and registration fees, uniforms, and equipment. Eligible children may be able to receive up to $200 each.Applications for vouchers in Round 3 are closing at 5pm on Tuesday 30 November 2021.For more information, please click here to visit our website.

Renew Your Liquor Licence - Payment Due In Full By 31 December 2021

The VCGLR is moving the renewal process to digital. Renewal notices and liquor licences with now be sent via email. If you don't create a Liquor Portal account, you'll receive your renewal notice by post. You'll still need to ensure your postal address contact details are up to date or you run the risk of missing your annual renewal notice leading to non-payment of your licence.

Renewal notices are issued each year from late November with payment due in full by 31 December irrespective of when the licence was granted. Each licence incurs a separate fee. Several factors determine how much you are required to pay. For information on licence fees see: Liquor fees and fines 1 July 2021 

To receive your annual renewal notice via email, you'll need to register a Liquor Portal account, associate your licence and sign-up for eLicence. Payment options are listed on the renewal notice. Once payment is made, your liquor licence will be emailed within five working days ready to print and display at the licensed venue.  For more information, please click here 

Greater Shepparton City Council would like to hear from you as to how Council can continue to support and encourage women of all ages and abilities to try aquatic facilities all in a comfortable and welcoming environment supported by all female staff:

  • Aquamoves

    • Indoor aquatics: 25m indoor lap pool, leisure pool, hydrotherapy pool, spa and dry sauna

    • Outdoor aquatics: 50m pool and splash park

  • Rural Outdoor Pools located in Mooroopna, Murchison, Merrigum and Tatura

To complete the survey, visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Q7MLRZ6The survey closes Sunday 19 December 2021.

VicHealth has launched a new initiative called Future Healthy. They're investing money to see a future with vibrant communities, where young people are connected, active, enjoy wholesome food and feel great.First, VicHealth wants to hear your ideas... Would you like to see better access to healthy food for your kids' plates? A safer bike ride to school? Or maybe more opportunities for your kids to feel connected to the community. Whether you’ve got new ideas or negative feedback, when it comes to building a healthier future, it’s time to have your voice heard.To have your say click here

Accidental Counsellor Training Accidental Counsellor Training is on this Monday 29 November 2021 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM.Valley Sport have identified Accidental Counsellor training as a valuable way to teach club members how to effectively deal with difficult conversations and support others.The Accidental Counsellor Workshop provides the techniques and strategies to enable participants to successfully support those who are distressed, upset or generally requiring emotional support. The workshop is being subsidised by Valley Sport and is aimed at Committee Members, Volunteers, Coaches and Club Members. The cost of the 2.5-hour workshop will be $30.Limited spots are available, use this link to book your spot: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=828983For any further questions please contact Tristan, [email protected] 5831 8456

The Country Football and Netball ProgramThe Country Football and Netball Program provides funding to assist regional football and netball clubs, associations and umpiring organisations to upgrade and develop facilities in rural, regional and outer metropolitan locations. Eligible organisations may submit up to three applications, however no application can exceed the maximum grant amount of $200,000.Closes: 1 December 2021.To find out more, please visit: https://sport.vic.gov.au/grants-and-funding/our-grants/country-football-and-netball-program

Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant ProgramThe Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program provides grants to assist Aboriginal Victorians to participate in Aboriginal sporting carnivals, buy sports uniforms and equipment, as well as funding for travel and accommodation expenses for athletes to compete in state and national competitions.The program has three categories:Category 1 - Aboriginal Sporting Carnivals: Grants up to $1,500 for travel and accommodation costs for teams to participate in State-wide or National Carnivals.

Category 2 - Uniforms or Equipment: Grants of up to $1,000 for individuals, teams, clubs and associations to purchase sporting uniforms and/or equipment.

Category 3 - Athlete Participation Support: Grants of up to $750 for athletes and coaches to assist with travel and accommodation costs to compete or train in regional, state and national competitions or representative teams.Closes: 10 December 2021. To find out more information, please visit: https://sport.vic.gov.au/grants-and-funding/our-grants/aboriginal-sport-participation-grant-program

Sporting Club Grants ProgramThe Sporting Club Grants Program provides funding for grassroots sport and active recreation clubs and organisations across Victoria.Funding categories are:

Category 1 - Uniforms or Equipment: Grants of up to $1,000 

Category 2 - Skill Development: 

Grants of up to $2,000 for clubs or organisations, or up to $5,000 for leagues, associations or organisations that collaborate with multiple organisations.

Category 3 - Operational Capacity: Grants up to $5,000 for clubs or organisations.

Clubs and organisations attempting to grow as sports and active recreation leaders, require support and development to explore new opportunities, or improve their effectiveness within their communities.

Closes: 25 January 2022To find out more, please visit: https://sport.vic.gov.au/grants-and-funding/our-grants/sporting-club-grants-program#

Significant Sporting Events Program The Significant sporting events program helps sporting, community and event organisations to deliver significant sporting events in Victoria. The Program has three types of grants available:Event Assistance Grants (up to $20,000)Event Development Grants (up to $150,000*)Strategic Event Planning Grants (up to $20,000)

Closes: 30 June 2022.Visit our website to find out more: https://valleysport.net.au/significant-sporting-events-program-2/

Community Motorsport ProgramThe 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

Applicants may submit applications to multiple streams but can only receive a maximum combined grant amount of $20,000.

Closes: 30 June 2022For more information, visit our website: https://valleysport.net.au/community-motorsport-program-2/

Emergency Sporting Equipment Grant ProgramThe Emergency Sporting Equipment Grant Program helps Victorian sport and active recreation community organisations replace Essential Sports Equipment that has been lost or destroyed as a consequence of unpreventable and exceptional events such as fire, flood, significant storms, theft or criminal damage. 

Grants of up to $2,000 (excluding GST) are available towards the replacement cost of the lost or damaged equipment that is owned by the applicant organisation.  

This Grants program supports not-for-profit community groups and organisations, and Committees of Management within the Murrindindi Shire 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. Up to $2,000 is available.Closes: 4pm, on the last Wednesday of every month. Applications are assessed the following month.For more information or to apply, please visit our website: https://valleysport.net.au/governance-skills-and-capacity-building-grants-murrindindi-shire-council/

Quick Response GrantsThe overall purpose of the grants program is to provide a funding scheme that strengthens the involvement of community organisations in the development of services, management of facilities, events, arts and culture, tourism, promotion of health, supply of equipment, promotion of environmental sustainability and infrastructure in the community. Quick Response Grants of up to $1,000 are open all year round. These grants aim to provide community organisations a responsive opportunity to apply for funding for small projects or events that will occur within 3 months of the application.Application are ongoing.To find out more, please visit our website: https://valleysport.net.au/coronavirus-community-recovery-grant/

Strathbogie Shire Council's Sponsorship ProgramThe Sponsorship Program incorporates funding opportunities for events that compliment the focus areas identified as priorities for the Strathbogie Shire Council.Sponsorship requests of and above $1,000 and up to $5,000 are available.Applications are ongoing. For more information, please visit our website: https://valleysport.net.au/sponsorship-program-strathbogie-shire-council/

If you have any questions or would like assistance applying for any of the above grants, please don’t hesitate to get in contact. 

 

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