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General Manager - Victoria Monthly Update September 2023

Published Mon 18 Sep 2023

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In this update, you will find the following:

  • Club Visits

  • Updating your details in REVsport

  • Safe Transport Victoria Back to Basics Campaign  

  • State Sailing Calendar

  • Grants - NOW OPEN


 

 

We are hitting the Road

Michael and Nadine are getting ready to hit the road and visit our clubs around Victoria.

 

Topics of discussion will be

  • Club Participation Strategy

  • Discover Sailing Centre Reviews

  • Individual Club items

We encourage clubs to invite their committees and take advantage of our staffs time at your club.

 


 

Update your details on Revsport

 

Australian Sailing uses Revsport database for committee contacts. This allows us to communicate with clubs through electronic communication and helps us know who is who are your club.

If you have recently had an AGM or any change to your committee positions, please ensure you update your details.

More Information

 

Key Instructor, Coach and Official Resource Launched

 

Today we launch a key strategy that has been designed to support you in your role as an Instructor, Coach or Official, and to help you achieve success on and off the water in the years to come. This is a critical document that will drive change in our sport, so we encourage you to read about the landmark Instructor, Coach and Official Development Strategy below, find out how it will benefit you, and keep an eye out for updates on work we’re doing to support your role ahead.

Instructor, Coach and Official Development Strategy

 

Safe Transport Victoria Back to Basics Campaign

 

National Safe Boating Week is the first week of October which is focused on the national priorities of lifejacket wear & maintenance and carrying EPIRBS.

 

You can use any of the content out of the drop box for socials or newsletters or links on your websites.  Or print a poster if you wish to put up in any club.

 

There is a dropbox with content:

 https://www.dropbox.com/sh/l8ragsm8p4et49b/AABPk8ACF0BBBLu6y1mWyCLMa?dl=0

 

And also a website with youtube links:

https://safetransport.vic.gov.au/back-to-basics/

 

The website also includes information on the changes to the Marine Safety Regulations 2023

 

Sailing Calendar

Looking for events, want to advertise your event?

 

Add it to the Victorian Sailing Calendar!

 

Each Monday we will list the events in the calendar on our Socials. If you would like to advertise with a news article, please Send us the content and photos to news@sailing.org.au

 

Vic Sailing Calendar
 

 

Sporting Club Grants Program

 

In 2023-24, there are four funding categories.

Eligible applicants can only submit one application in one of the following three categories:

 

Category 1: On-field Uniforms or Equipment

Up to $1,000 to purchase on-field playing uniforms, participation equipment for competitors and active participants, safety, injury prevention and first-aid equipment.

 

Category 2: Volunteers and Officials

Up to $2,000 for projects that provide practical improvements to strengthen volunteering and officiating.

 

Category 3: Access and Engagement

Up to $1,000 to assist with funding for tools and resources that improve accessibility, governance and strengthen engagement with members and participants.

OR

Up to $4,000 to plan and deliver a new sport or active recreation program.

 

Eligible applicants can submit one or more applications in the following category:

Category 4: Competitors

Up to $750 towards the costs of travel, accommodation and event registration fees for individual athletes selected to attend representative competition, selection trials or training camps.

 

IF YOU REQUIRE A LETTER OF SUPPORT PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLUB SUPPORT OFFICER

 

Read More

 

Australian Sailing Pulse Survey

 

Your opinion matters. The Pulse Survey is your opportunity to provide live feedback as and when you desire. The responses will be checked regularly and a summary provided direct to the AS Senior Leadership Team and Board of Directors - 

 

 

Complete the Survey

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