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25.01.2022 The 2020 Supplementary Grants are designed to support volunteer involving organisations with a high proportion (over 40%) of volunteers. Eligible items for the grant include: Small equipment items Transport costs of volunteers with a disability... Fuel costs incurred by volunteers Training for volunteers Background screening checks of volunteers Post COVID-19 re-engagement activities for volunteers Adapting practices to support volunteers safety in relation to COVID-19 Amount: Between $1,000 and $5,000 Status: Open, closes 20 September 2020 For more information, please click here: https://www.sportsfocus.com.au/2020-supplementary-voluntee/

25.01.2022 Have you seen the new Healthy Heart of Victoria ads on TV? Theyre there to remind Loddon Campaspe residents of the importance of getting 30 minutes of activity in a day!

24.01.2022 Thank you! Our "Supporting Your Return to Play" webinars are now finished. We have had immense support from sporting clubs and organisations, and we hope that the content delivered within these sessions was of value to you.... Although the webinars are now finished, we are still always here to support you and your organisation. You are more than welcome to book in a time to meet virtually with a Sports Focus staff member to discuss any issues or concerns. For more information, and to book, please follow the link: https://qoo.ly/384nkt

24.01.2022 HHV ADVENTURE BINGO! Healthy Heart of Victoria have just launched their Adventure Bingo a fun way to explore walks across the Loddon Campaspe region. There are six great walks to explore across the region, and the rules are simple: Choose your selected walk and head there!... Mark off the sites on the Bingo card as you see them Once you find all the sites in a straight vertical, horizontal or diagonal line you’ve got Bingo! Plus, you can win sporting equipment each week simply by sending HHV a photo of your completed Bingo card or yourself with one of the sites along the way! See more information and download the Adventure Bingo Cards for each region here: https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/adventurebingo

23.01.2022 GRANT ALERT Community Short Term Survival Packages Providing urgent support to help a range of organisations and associations ride out the economic impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and help them reboot, rebound and recover.... Clubs, leagues and associations can apply for STREAM 2. Associations and leagues - up to $2,000; individual clubs and community sporting and active recreation organisations - $1,000. Stream 2 closes on the 16th of October 2020. For more information, please follow the link: https://qoo.ly/386yku

21.01.2022 Feeling the lockdown blues? Get moving again with This Girl Can VIC. Check out their Events page on Facebook for a huge range of fun activities you can do at home. From Hula Hooping to free Personal Training sessions. https://www.facebook.com/ThisGirlCanVIC/events/... #ThisGirlCanVIC

19.01.2022 Step 3 Restrictions are now in force in Regional Victoria. But what does that mean for sport...? See below for the latest sport and active recreation restrictions ... You can find more here: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/sport-and-exercise-regional-vic

19.01.2022 Sport is on hold right now.. but when its back, we wont/may not be able to share sporting equipment. The Australian Sports Foundation have just opened their Active Kids Grants, where theyre offering up to $10,000 for grassroots clubs to purchase new equipment, kits or uniforms. Get in quick, applications close on the 30th September.

19.01.2022 Have you signed up to receive our newsletter? Receive sport and active recreation information straight to your inbox. We strive to ensure that our newsletters are directly relevant to sporting clubs and associations, are easy-to-read and full of current information. Sign up here:... http://eepurl.com/GNTgP See more

18.01.2022 The Community Sport Sector Short-term Survival Package are open again! Stream 1 - grants for state sporting associations, regional sports assemblies and academies and other state sport and recreational bodies Stream 2 - grants of up to $2,000 are available for associations and leagues and grants of up to $1,000 are available for individual clubs and community sporting and active recreation organisations.... Dont miss out! Stream 1 closes 21st September. Stream 2 closes 16th October. https://sport.vic.gov.au//community-sport-sector-coronavir

18.01.2022 People who are deaf or hard of hearing may struggle when communicating while wearing a mask. Masks can be removed when communicating with someone who is deaf or hard of hearing, but only temporarily and only when maintaining at least 1.5m distance. To try to make things easier, Bendigo Deaf Hub have introduced a new set of cards for people with hearing impairment to get the message across see more here: https://www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au/story/6882755/... Watch more here: https://youtu.be/HCVpPX9M1jc

14.01.2022 2020 has presented new challenges for community sport because of the pandemic crises, but sport has stepped up, connected to the community and, in many ways, demonstrated more than ever, the value of sport in our lives. Play by the Rules would like to recognise this and showcase the positive things community clubs and associations have done over the past few months. So, nominations for the Play by the Rules Award are now open until 13th September 2020. For more information, please click here: https://playbytherules.net.au/pbtr-award

14.01.2022 Sports Focus is proud to show their support of a local initiative #BendigoTogether which sees local organisations and residential addresses putting yellow balloon stickers on their bins in support of the City of Greater Bendigos Karen community. Yellow balloons have been a symbol of Bendigos strength and togetherness since 2015, when they were used to stand up against racism, hatred and division. And now, Believe in Bendigo and Bendigo Community Health Services are again us...ing them to show the world that no matter where you come from, you are welcome in this city. The #BendigoTogether campaign began in June to support the citys Karen community after a series of COVID-19 related attacks. Put your yellow balloon sticker on your council rubbish bin and take a stand against racism and abuse. Share a photo of you and your bin on social media and tag #BendigoTogether. If you want a sticker, but havent got one yet, message Believe in Bendigo on Facebook and theyll put one in your letterbox. Read more about the initiative here: https://www.bchs.com.au//638-bendigotogether-campaign-roll Bendigo Community Health Services City of Greater Bendigo Believe in Bendigo Bendigo Karen Youth Network

13.01.2022 Does your club need to update your liquor licence nominee? Are you wanting to apply for a new liquor licence? Or do you simply want to refresh your alcohol management knowledge for next season? Dont miss out on Good Sports Liquor Licence Seminar, this Monday!... Details below: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/vcglr-liquor-licensing-semi

12.01.2022 #16DaysOfActivism #WhyWeWalk Sports Focus usually takes part in the Greater Bendigo Against Family Violence walk - and we always take the opportunity to invite local clubs to walk with us. We unfortunately can't take part in that tradition this year - but you can still go for a walk to show your support. ... If you live in Heathcote and surrounds (or anywhere really!) go for a walk and take a picture of yourself wearing orange - use the hashtag #WhyWeWalk. Encourage your club members to get involved. Remember to always be COVIDSafe. Help Your Neighbour Heathcote ComHouse

12.01.2022 Supporting Your Return to Play webinars Have you considered the impact COVID-19 has had and will continue to have on your players and volunteers as you plan your summer sporting season? How will this impact on your activities and ability to return and meet the health and government requirements?... Sports Focus are here to support the planning for your summer sporting seasons, and ensure a successful return when the time is right. This free 30 minute webinar will provide advice and guidance around how your club or association can navigate this return and some important factors that need to be considered when making decisions. It will also be an opportunity to ask questions and raise concerns that you may have. For more information or to register for one of the webinars, please click the link below. www.sportsfocus.com.au/club-support/training-education

11.01.2022 The SALT Reconnect Program is a 60-90 minute online session that helps club leaders and their teams work through the mental challenges brought about by the COVID-19 restrictions and the disrupted, then cancelled winter season. SALT - Sport and Life Training can now offer clubs two fully funded online sessions! See the below link for more information, or contact SALT at [email protected] or call 1300 980 424 to see if your club is eligible. ... https://sportandlifetraining.com.au/n/totally-recommend-it/

10.01.2022 #16DaysofActivism COVID-Safe Celebrations This year we're celebrating the 16 Days of Activism in a COVIDSafe way. Thanks to Greater Bendigo Against Family Violence for the orange gear! Does your club want to support the cause? Wear orange to #OrangeTheWorld

10.01.2022 Supporting Your Return to Play webinar Dont miss it...Our first session is tonight! Have you considered the impact COVID-19 has had and will continue to have on your players and volunteers as you plan your summer sporting season?... How will this impact on your activities and ability to return and meet the health and government requirements? Sports Focus are here to support the planning for your summer sporting seasons, and ensure a successful return when the time is right. This free 30 minute webinar will provide advice and guidance around how your club or association can navigate this return and some important factors that need to be considered when making decisions. It will also be an opportunity to ask questions and raise concerns that you may have. For more information or to register for one of the webinars, please click the link below. https://qoo.ly/372e7h

10.01.2022 Supporting Your Return to Play webinar Back by popular demand... our first round of webinars went so well, we decided to do it again! Have you considered the impact COVID-19 has had and will continue to have on your players and volunteers as you plan your summer sporting season?... How will this impact on your activities and ability to return and meet the health and government requirements? Sports Focus are here to support the planning for your summer sporting seasons, and ensure a successful return when the time is right. This FREE 30 minute webinar will provide advice and guidance around how your club or association can navigate this return and some important factors that need to be considered when making decisions. It will also be an opportunity to ask questions and raise concerns that you may have. For more information or to register for one of the webinars, please click the link below. https://qoo.ly/387bzv

10.01.2022 We are proud to announce that we are collaborating with Macedon Ranges Health, Central Victorian PCP, North Western Melbourne PHN and Gisborne & District Community Bank Branch as a part of the new Macedon Ranges Mentally Active Sports program. The project will work with two Macedon Ranges sporting clubs to identify and pilot activities over the next two years that can support suicide prevention and promote mental health of club members. Participating clubs will receive up to... $10,000 to trial player wellbeing activities and record their experiences to be shared with other clubs, codes and communities. Want more information? Follow the link below or contact Deepa Patel from Macedon Ranges Health at [email protected]. https://www.benetas.com.au//macedon-ranges-mentally-active

09.01.2022 "2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and circumstances have made it even more important for us all to stay connected and, for those who are able, be willing to support those around us. You dont have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before theyre in crisis, which can make a really positive difference to their life. Learn what ...to say after R U OK? https://www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day #RUOKDay #RUOK

09.01.2022 Were here for you! The team at Sports Focus might not be available to meet face-to-face currently, but we are still here to chat if you need us. Were still working to support clubs in any way we can. Just reach out to us. To book a Virtual Drop-In, follow the link below:... https://www.sportsfocus.com.au//free-virtual-club-support/ See more

09.01.2022 VIRTUAL RESPONSIBLE SERVING OF ALCOHOL COURSE 100% RSA qualified - 100% online $50 for Sports Focus / Good Sports Clubs... $70 for all other clubs For more information or to register, please follow the link: https://sports-focus-virtual-rsa.eventbrite.com.au

09.01.2022 Do you and your family use the Play Space at Lake Weeroona in Bendigo? If so, you might be interested in having a say in the Councils new draft Concept Plan for the redevelopment of the space. You can find more information in the link below. https://qoo.ly/387gz9... City of Greater Bendigo

08.01.2022 Supporting Your Return to Play webinar Have you considered the impact COVID-19 has had and will continue to have on your players and volunteers as you plan your summer sporting season? How will this impact on your activities and ability to return and meet the health and government requirements? Sports Focus are here to support the planning for your summer sporting seasons, and ensure a successful return when the time is right. This free 30 minute webinar will provide advi...ce and guidance around how your club or association can navigate this return and some important factors that need to be considered when making decisions. It will also be an opportunity to ask questions and raise concerns that you may have. For more information or to register for one of the webinars, please click the link below. https://qoo.ly/37yueb See more

08.01.2022 As of 13th of September 11.59PM, Regional Victoria moved to Step 2 Restrictions. So what does that mean for sport and active recreation? Read more below, or click the link: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/second-step-restrictions-region

07.01.2022 #16DaysofActivism 16 Days of Activism is an international campaign to challenge violence against women and girls. The campaign runs every year from 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day. "16 Days of Activism is all about creating momentum, raising awareness and taking action towards ending violence against women and girls. It begins on 25 November, the International day of Elimination of Violence... Against Women and ends on 10 December, which is International Human Rights Day." - Women's Health Loddon Mallee This year's theme is "Orange the World" as the colour orange is the UN's designated colour for ending violence against women and girls. Therefore, for the next 16 days we will be flooding our Facebook page with orange - and we encourage your club to do so too! Sports Focus is a proud member of Greater Bendigo Against Family Violence, and we are determined to promote and support gender equality within sporting clubs. Do you want to know how to get involved in the 16 Days of Activism campaign? Get in touch with us on 5442 3101 or email [email protected]

06.01.2022 GRANT ALERT The 2020 Supplementary Volunteer Grants are designed to support volunteer involving organisations with a high proportion (over 40%) of volunteers. Eligible items for the grant include:... Small equipment items, transport costs, fuel costs incurred by volunteer, training, background screening checks, post COVID-19 re-engagement activities for volunteers, adapting practices to support volunteers safety in relation to COVID-19. More Information: https://qoo.ly/3846dg

06.01.2022 Do your part so we can get back to what really matters... Netty! (and every other sport!)

05.01.2022 Gisborne & District Cricket Association are looking to start a seniors womens cricket competition for the first time! If youre a club within that league, and are interested in looking at starting a womens team, please see the contact details below.

03.01.2022 This week is National Child Protection Week and here at Sports Focus, we take nothing more seriously than child protection in sport. What can your club be doing right now to prepare for the return of sport? Review and update your child safety policies and procedures! Play by the Rules has some great resources which you can find in the link below. Please contact us if you would like support or guidance in updating your policies.

03.01.2022 Bendigo Community Health Services Paw Ta Moo has created this video to translate the Victorian Department of Health & Human Services Stage 3 Sport and Recreation restrictions to the Bendigo Karen community. https://www.facebook.com/bendigochs/posts/1223203628029564

02.01.2022 Unsure how Sports Focus can support your club or association? Why not check out our websites Our Work tab? Club Development Alcohol and Drug Management Disability Inclusion ... Female Participation Youth Participation Active Ageing Check out our website here: https://www.sportsfocus.com.au/

01.01.2022 REMINDER! We have completed two of our four "Supporting Your Return to Play" webinars. Theres still the opportunity to register and attend one of our last two sessions: Tonight - Wednesday 9th September at 7pm Tomorrow - Thursday 10th September at 4pm... Have you considered the impact COVID-19 has had and will continue to have on your players and volunteers as you plan your summer sporting season? How will this impact on your activities and ability to return and meet the health and government requirements? Sports Focus are here to support the planning for your summer sporting seasons, and ensure a successful return when the time is right. This free 30 minute webinar will provide advice and guidance around how your club or association can navigate this return and some important factors that need to be considered when making decisions. It will also be an opportunity to ask questions and raise concerns that you may have. For more information or to register for one of the webinars, please click the link below. https://qoo.ly/372e7h