Valley Sport Update - November 2022

Valley Sport Newsletter - November 2022

November 28, 2022

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Community Sport Flood Recovery Program

Through the new Community Sport Flood Recovery program, clubs and associations will be able to receive help in getting back to playing sport as quickly as possible.

When clubs are ready to return to sport, you will be able to receive support from our friendly, knowledgeable and supportive team. Our team consist of members of our Member Regional Sports Assemblies, based across regional Victoria and understanding of the challenges you face in resuming sport.We’re ready to support you with queries on completing the clean-up, resuming competitions, grant opportunities and so much more.

To access support please contact [email protected] or complete our survey here

Flood Financial SupportClubs who have been impacted as a result of floods have access to a number of different funding streams to aid in the flood recovery including:

  • Business Community Sport Emergency Flood Recovery Grants

  • Community Sport Emergency Flood Assistance Program

  • Emergency Sporting Equipment Grant Program

  • Flood Waste Disposal

  • Sport specific support (AFL, Bowls)

Find out more information under the 'funding' section of this months newsletter.

    Club Relocation - What Does This Mean for My Clubs Liquor Licence?Clubs needing to relocate their facilities as a result of flood damages and wish to continue selling alcohol at their new venue, will need to do one of the following to ensure they can continue serving alcohol at the new facility. 

    • Temporary Liquor Licence Holders (Licence number will begin with a 9 – application number will begin with a 22)

      • If a Club has a TLL where they need a venue change they should email the LCV contact centre at [email protected],

    • Permanent Liquors Licence Holders (Licence Number will begin with a 3)

      • For the holders of permanent liquor licences who wish to relocate, after checking that the venue they are proposing to relocate to does not already have a liquor licence, Clubs will need to apply for a Temporary Liquor Licence.

    To find out more information, please click here.

    Get Active Kids Voucher ProgramBecome a Get Active Kids Voucher Activity Provider Today!You can register NOW to become a Get Active Kids Activity Provider and help kids get involved in sport and active recreation.By registering with the Program, you will be able to accept vouchers of up to $200 to support families facing financial barriers to pay for sporting memberships and participation costs.The Program is a great way to attract more participants and to support existing members facing financial barriers to participation.To be eligible under the Program you must meet the following criteria:

    • Be an incorporated entity registered with the appropriate regulator.

    • Possess an active Australian Business Number (ABN).

    • Be affiliated to a Sport and Recreation Victoria recognised Victorian State Sporting Association (SSA) or Victorian State Sport and Active Recreation Body (SSARB).

    The full eligibility criteria and conditions of registration are available in the Program Guidelines.Registration is quick, easy and will only take a few minutes.To register click here.For further information please visit www.getactive.vic.gov.au/vouchers or email [email protected]

    Vic Kids Eat WellVic Kids Eat Well is a exciting new movement Victoria wide. The movement supports schools, sports clubs and the wider community to offer healthier food and drink options. Health promotion professionals work alongside your club to develop a set of healthy eating practices. Is your club interested in finding out more? Please email Katie Thorp to find out how your sport club can help Vic Kids Eat Well. Take a look at the how the Stawell Sports and Aquatic Centre is providing healthy food and drink options for children as a part of the Vic Kids Eat Well movement.

    16 Days of ActivismThe 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence begins on 25 November and ends on 10 December.In 2022 Respect Victoria and Safe and Equal are partnering to deliver and support local community engagement with the 16 Days of Activism ‘Respect Women: Call It Out (Respect Is)’ statewide campaign.

    On The Front Foot 

    Does your club have members struggling with ill mental health. Do you hold concerns for a teammate, coach or volunteer, but don't how you can best support them? Your club should consider hosting a free On The Front Foot Workshop.  On the Front Foot is designed to educate members of local community sports clubs on how they can identify and support not only themselves but other club members that may be dealing with ill mental health.  If you have any questions or would like to express interest in hosting a FREE workshop at your sporting club please contact [email protected]

    Running Your AGM

    A number of clubs will be hosting their AGM's over the next month. 

    Find out what needs to be done when organising and facilitating your clubs AGM, including:

    • Meeting Preparation

    • Meeting Papers

    • Nominations

    • Post AGM

    Find more information here  If you are concerned about your organisation’s ability to hold its annual general meeting (AGM) or lodge its annual statement with CAV in time, you can apply for a free extension for a period of up to three months. More information

    Grant Writing Workshop 

    July 2022 Valley Sport host an online grant writing workshop for sporting clubs.

    The aim of the workshop was for participants to develop a better understanding of the grant writing process and how they can write successful grants.

    If you are interested in viewing a recording of the session, please visit our website

    Strategic Planning Workshop

    Earlier this year Valley Sport hosted an online strategic planning workshop for clubs.

    Club representatives from across the region attended the session to learn the importance of having a strategic plan and how it can help their club, as well as the basis of developing their own strategic plan. 

    If you are interested in viewing a recording of the session, please visit our website

    Best Practice Financial Checklist for Sporting Clubs

    In partnership with

     Valley Sport have developed a best practice financial checklist and webinar for sporting clubs. The checklist and webinar can be a great resource for new or returning club treasurers

    If you are interested in viewing a recording of the webinar, please visit our website

    Tri State Games A Huge SuccessEarlier this month after years of postponement, Valley Sport had the pleasure of delivering the Tri State Games alongside a host of other organisations and local councils. 200+ families, athletes and teams flocked to the Cobram Barooga area.The enthusiasm and sportsmanship on display by the athletes throughout the week was something to behold. We can’t wait to welcome the teams back next year for the 2023 games.Valley Sport would like to recognise and thank all the community volunteers and clubs who volunteered their time throughout the week.

    Bring on 2023!!!

    Activate Inclusion Sports DaysActivate Inclusion Sports Days (AISD) are an opportunity for people with a disability to try sports they might otherwise miss out on. Aimed at participants with learning difficulties, intellectual, sensory and physical disabilities, the days are an opportunity to have a go in a fun and inclusive environment.Activate Inclusion Days will be taking place this December at:

    • Seymour Sports & Aquatic Centre

    • Shepparton Sports Stadium (5-18)

    • Shepparton Sports Stadium (18+)

    For any questions, please contact Kristy Rohrer 0426 507 995 or via email [email protected]

    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.  

    Community Sport Emergency Flood Assistance Program The Community Sport Emergency Flood Assistance program provides provides a $5000 payment for flood affected clubs. The application process has been designed to make it as simple a possible to apply for, and requires minimal information from flood effected clubs. Payments will be made to clubs within 10 business days of their application.Funds can be used for the following:

    • Playing equipment e.g. bats, match balls, equestrian jumps, racquets, gymnastic mats, gloves and badminton nets

    • Injury prevention equipment e.g. goal post padding, batting pads, gloves, goalie gear, helmets, catcher’s gear

    • First-aid equipment e.g. defibrillator, stretchers, first aid supplies, kits and signage

    • Non-participation equipment e.g. public address systems, trophies, wicket covers, IT equipment, alarm systems, scoreboards

    • Canteen or clubroom items e.g. lockers, shelving, furniture, microwaves, food and drinks, cooking utensils, carpet, and whitegoods

    • Maintenance equipment e.g. lawn mowers, rollers, line markers, hose, compressors, cleaning equipment

    Closes:

     13 January 2023

    Business and Community Sport Flood Recovery GrantsGrants are now available to support flood-affected Victorian businesses, not-for-profit or community sport and active recreation organisations in eligible local government areas.If your business or organisation has experienced direct damage to your property, assets, stock or equipment during the recent Victorian floods you may be eligible for up to $50,000.The grant can be used to cover eligible expenses to help you clean up, recover and resume operating as quickly as possible.To apply for the Flood Recovery Grant, you need to first successfully apply for the $5000 one-off grant from either the Small Business Immediate Flood Relief Program or the Community Sport Emergency Flood Assistance Program. The $50,000 includes the $5000 already received through these grant programs.If you wish to apply for the grant of up to $50,000 but have difficulties first applying for the $5000 grant, call the Business Victoria Hotline on 13 22 15 or register online for support from a Business Relief Adviser.This program is jointly funded by the Commonwealth and Victorian Governments through Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.For information or to apply, see: business.vic.gov.au/floodrecoveryThis program is jointly funded by the Commonwealth and Victorian Governments through Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.

    Closes:

     1 May 2023

    Flood Waste DisposalThe Victorian Government is helping flood affected communities clean up and recover by removing charges to dispose of flood waste: Waste may include:

    • green waste

    • hazardous materials

    • whitegoods

    • electrical waste

    • furnishings.

    To find out more information, please visit: https://www.vic.gov.au/october-2022-flood-recovery 

    AFL Community Relief FundAFL Victoria recently announced that Community football clubs affected by the floods in Victoria can access initial immediate assistance grants of up to $5,000 through the AFL's 'Community Relief Fund', to help deal with emergency support. AFL Victoria is in the process of making contact with all impacted clubs and is encouraging clubs to make contact through AFL regional offices. Clubs can also reach out to their local AFL Regional offices.AFL Goulburn MurrayPhone: 03 5823 5021Email: [email protected] AFL North East Border Phone: (03) 5722 1993Email: [email protected] AFL Outer EastPhone: 9735 5448 Email: [email protected]

    Bowls Disaster Relief Fund The Bowls Disaster Relief Fund will aim to assist clubs who have been affected by natural disasters (fire ,floods etc.) The Funding provided support in following areas:

    • Restoring Community Facilities

    • Replenishing Loss of Equipment 

    • Restoring Social Networks and Functioning 

    Applications are ongoing 

    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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