MoreSport Newsletter January 2012
Happy New Year and welcome to the first edition of MoreSport for 2012. It’s already shaping up to be another exciting year for Sports Clubs within the Municipality. If you have a story or person you would like featured in MoreSport during 2012 we would love to hear from you.
Annual and winter sports forum
When: Monday 19 March
Time: 6 pm
Where: Council Chambers (enter via Urquhart St)
Light refreshments will be provided.
We encourage two representatives from your club attend the forum where the upcoming season will be discussed.
For more information or to register your attendance, please contact Brooke Mezzetta, Leisure Technical Officer by calling 9240 2397 or via email by Monday 12 March.
Summer fees and charges
Summer fees and charges were sent to cricket clubs in early December. Any club that has a genuine reason for not being able to meet the financial obligations should contact Council in writing without delay to set up a payment plan or risk non-allocation.
Where non payment occurs Council will engage debt collection to resolve accounts and the club will incur the full cost of debt collection.
Winter and annual tenancy application forms
2012 winter and annual tenancy application forms have now been sent to sporting clubs. Forms must be completed with all relevant documentation attached and returned to Council by Tuesday 31 January.
Any enquiries are to be directed to Brooke Mezzetta.
White Ribbon
“Violence against women will only cease when men join with women to put an end to it.”
The White Ribbon Campaign is the first male-led campaign to end violence against women in the world. The campaign encourages men to take a stand and say that violence, in any form, is never acceptable.
November 25 marks both the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and White Ribbon Day, the first day of the White Ribbon Campaign.
Wearing a white ribbon is a personal pledge that the wearer does not excuse violence against women, and is committed to supporting community action to stop violence by men against women.
Men who wear a white ribbon demonstrate their opposition to violence against women and their commitment to equality between women and men. Men of all ages, from all workplaces, of all political affiliations and of all racial, ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds, sexual orientation and physical ability are needed to help establish community leadership to stop violence against women.
John Williams is the current president of the Coburg Cricket Club and Principal of Moreland Primary School. He has been a White Ribbon Ambassador for the past three years.
In his role as school Principal, it is mandatory to report any children who may be experiencing violence in the home. John also recognised parents who were experiencing forms of violence in their homes and felt disempowered and unsure of how to help. He learnt about the White Ribbon Campaign and decided to become an Ambassador.
White Ribbon Ambassadors are men and boys who live the Oath to never commit, excuse or remain silent about violence against women. As the leaders and faces of this male-led Campaign, Ambassadors reflect on and incorporate White Ribbon values into their daily lives at home, at work and in the community. By living these values, and by being a role model for other men and boys, Ambassadors further the work of the Campaign.
As an Ambassador, John now feels better resourced to provide advice to people not only within his school but also at Coburg Cricket Club. At the club, John annually speaks about the White Ribbon Campaign where the information is well-received and taken seriously. Members of the Coburg Cricket Club understand that being aware of and ignoring violence against women is just as bad a committing such an act.
Glenroy Football Club also has its own White Ribbon Ambassador – Ossie Salvatico. Ossie’s ambassadorship came out of the AFL Victoria’s Fair Game Respect Matters program. The 'Fair Game Respect Matters' program helps clubs create welcoming, socially inclusive environments. Research suggests that gender-equitable policies, programs and environments, which are based on respect, reduce the rates of violence against women.
If you would like more information about how to get involved please visit the White Ribbon website.
Club achievements
West Brunswick Tennis Club
The West Brunswick Tennis Club has been given the great opportunity of hosting a group of young tennis players from New Zealand who have come to Australia to experience watching the world’s best at the 2012 Australian Open Tennis tournament.
Seven boys and four girls aged 10-14 will be practising at the West Brunswick Tennis Club from 18 January to 23 January and will take some of the club’s top juniors through their paces with some challenging round robin singles matches during their stay. West Brunswick Tennis Club are delighted to be part of the experience for these young tennis players.
Congratulations to . . .
Brunswick Bowls Club
For their successful application in Round 1 of Sport and Recreation Victoria’s Sporting Uniform Grants Program.
The club is one of 275 clubs who will receive up to $1000 towards new sport uniforms.
Australian International Academy
This Coburg North School has been recognised for excellence in delivering fun, safe and inclusive sports activities to children through the Australian Government’s Active After School Communities (AASC) program. Pascoe Vale Soccer Club assisted AIA with their program delivery. For more information about the AASC program.
Wishing Tree
West Coburg Cricket Club is a community focused club who take pleasure in being involved in the wider community through events such as the recent Fire and Flood Relief Appeals and the McGrath Foundation Pink Stumps Day.
Every year for the past 6 years, the club have put up a "Wishing Tree" at the clubrooms where players and parents have contributed over 100 presents which are donated to the Salvation Army Depot in Brunswick for distribution to kids less fortunate than others.
The "Redback Family" gets behind this appeal to put a smile on a child's face at Christmas and each year the number of presents donated has increased.
Good Sports
Is your sports club Good Sports accredited?
The Good Sports program is an initiative of the Australian Drug Foundation (ADF) to develop safer and healthier communities. The program helps sporting clubs manage alcohol responsibly and reduce alcohol related problems such as binge and underage drinking.
Council fully supports the Good Sports Program - as per the Sports Ground User Guide; clubs that hold a liquor license are required to register with the program. Council is working together with the ADF to encourage Moreland clubs to register and go through an accelerated version of program. Good Sports is also supported by your sporting association and Victoria Police.
Please register your club before Friday 27 January by contacting Bill Karametos on 9278 8103.
Why B Active Festival
Expressions of interest
Council’s Moreland Active Recreation and Sport (MARS) project is calling for expressions of interest from local clubs in the Fawkner area to run activities at the 2012 Why B Active Festival, Fawkner. The Why B Active Festival is an after-school event which runs at CB Smith Reserve and will occur at the end of Term One.
The aim of the Festival is to show local community members the physical activity options in their local area and to encourage the community to try new activities and become more active. Last year’s festival saw over 100 children and young people participate in activities.
For more information please contact Allie Douglas, MARS Active Participation Officer.
Active Moreland website
Council’s new Active Moreland website is currently being redeveloped. As part of the new site, there will be an activity search tool to help people to find out about all the different sport and physical activities available in Moreland. We need your help to make the search tool work – we need to know about your activities!
An electronic survey will be sent to clubs at the end of January. Please ensure your club completes and returns the survey, so we can promote your activities and get more people to be more active, more often!
Moreland Relay for Life
Join a team with your friends, family, and colleagues at the first ever Relay For Life event in Moreland.
City Oval, Coburg
Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 April
4pm Saturday until 10 am Sunday
Relay For Life is an overnight, community event where teams participate in a relay style walk or run to raise funds for Cancer Council Victoria. The event brings the whole community together for a night of fun, live entertainment, celebration and remembrance. For more information and to register visit Relay for Life website.
Honouring Women in Moreland Awards
Call for nominations
This is an opportunity to recognise the diverse and significant contribution and leadership demonstrated by women in Moreland. The awards will be announced at a ceremony on Thursday 15 March.
Do you know someone who is active in the community and demonstrates exceptional commitment and leadership?
Perhaps you should nominate them for the Honouring Women in Moreland Awards!
Nominations can be made for:
- individuals or a group of women
- Nominated women must:
- live or work in the Moreland municipality and;
- be able to demonstrate the benefit of their activities as a leader or leaders in enhancing the lives of women and families in the community.
- Categories this year are:
Category 1: Gender Equity, Diversity and Active Citizenship
Category 2: Sustainability - communities building resilience in response to a changing environment.
Nominations close Wednesday 22 February, for further information visit the Honouring Women webpage.
Project Updates
Brunswick Netball Courts
Council committed to developing three new netball facilities across Moreland by June 2012. Two facilities have been built to date, at Fawkner and Glenroy. The third facility to be developed is in Brunswick. Council has undertaken planning for the facility which will be located at Reaburn Reserve on the corner of Pearson and Victoria Streets in Brunswick West. Two full size courts with lights will be constructed. Designs are currently being drawn up for the facility, ready to share with surrounding clubs and residents. These courts will be the new home of the hugely successful Brunswick Netball Club.
Staff Updates
Manager Youth & Leisure
Youth and Leisure welcomes its new Manager, Chris Leivers. Chris has a background in Youth and Recreation Services, and social infrastructure planning. He has worked in Local Government for almost 10 years – most recently at Maribyrnong City Council. Chris is keen to promote participation in Moreland and to support local clubs to play a significant role in providing these opportunities to the local community.
Access for All Abilities Officer
Leah Sumich works with Moreland’s Sport and Recreation clubs and providers by providing information and support to better include people with a disability, as well as providing promotional and networking opportunities. If you require any assistance or further information in providing inclusive opportunities please email Leah or call 9240 2351.
Do you have a Registration Day coming up?
Recreation Services is looking to advertise club registration days in the Moreland Leader. Information will be listed under locality, allowing community members to easily find a club in their neighbourhood.
Email Brooke Mezzetta with your Registration Day details before Friday 10 February.
Moreland Community Grants
Councils 2012/13 Community Grants program opens in February and close 30 March 2012. The Grants Program supports community groups and organisations to carry out programs, projects and activities that will benefit local residents.
There are 3 categories available for application in this round:
- Seeding Grant up to $3,000
- Project Grant up to $5,000
- Partnership Grant (Capital Works Projects) up to $40,000
Ideas for projects:
- Develop a new low / no cost entry level activity program to encourage more participants – funding can cover the cost of promotion, equipment, coaching fees etc
- Put together an equipment pool to ensure new participants can try your sport without having to purchase racquets, bats, balls etc
- Develop a new program targeting a particular population group – newly arrived migrants and refugees, people with a disability, indigenous people, females, mums and bubs, families or juniors
- Work in partnership with local schools to develop a school competition which can lead to new members at your club
Work in partnership with local community, cultural or religious groups to develop a program/project that will encourage new participants
Information sessions will be held at Moreland City Council locations below:
- 10 am Monday 13 February at Concert Hall, Moreland Civic Centre Coburg
- 10 am Monday 20 February at Glenroy Library
- 6 pm Wednesday 22 February at Meeting Room E, Brunswick Town Hall
The sessions are to provide interested groups with an understanding of the program, the eligibility and assessment criteria and how to complete and submit an application.
All Applications and EOI open 6 February 2012 and close 30 March 2012. Application forms will be available at from Council’s website. For further information email Councils Grants Officer or call 9204 2301.
Active After School Communities
Community Coaching Training Program
The Active After School Communities (AASC) program is offering a Community Coaching Training Program (CCTP) to support you to have the necessary skills to deliver sport and other structured activities within the Playing for Life philosophy, a requirement for delivering the AASC program.
The course will provide you with ideas, strategies and resources to deliver game-based activities for sports such as netball, hockey and rugby league, as well as other structured physical activities such as dance and circus skills.
Courses are scheduled for:
- Tuesday 24 January, 9.30 am – 4.30 pm at Gladstone Views Primary School (Gladstone Park)
- Saturday 4 February, 10 am – 2 pm and Sunday 5 February, 9.30 am – 4.30 pm at Spensley St Primary School (Clifton Hill)
For more information email Bree Cole or call 8698 7709.
Mayor’s charity cup 2012
The Moreland Mayor’s Charity Cup is an annual event where all local soccer clubs are invited to participate in a round robin soccer competition to raise funds for a charity of the Mayor’s choice.
Moreland Wolves Soccer Club will be hosting this year’s Charity Cup at Reddish Reserve in Glenroy. The Cup will be held on 25 and 26 February then the 3 and 4 March. To register your club’s interest please email George Sfirlas or call 0408 591 225.
Upcoming Events
Movies In The Park
Friday 10 February at ATC Cook Reserve, Daley Street Glenroy
Friday 17 February at CB Smith Reserve, Jukes Road Fawkner
Enjoy a sausage sizzle and entertainment before a screening of a great family movie at
sundown. Free for all attending!
For further information contact Zoe Sells on 9240 2268
Music for the People
Saturday 25 February, 1 pm - 5:30 pm
Shore Reserve, Pascoe Vale
Music for the People promises to delight with a program of activities and entertainment that reflects Moreland’s culturally diverse community. Free for all attending - don’t forget your dancing shoes!
For further information contact Zoe Sells on 9240 2268
Ride to Pool Day
Sunday 19 February, 11 am
Where: Coburg Olympic Pool, Coburg North
Friends of the Coburg Olympic Pool are once again inviting everyone to peddle down and enjoying a day of live music, gold coin donation BBQ, kids aquatic activities, and of course valet bicycle parking!
Visit the Active Moreland website for further details.
Active Moreland Family Fun Days
Every Sunday, 11 am to 3 pm
All Active Moreland Outdoor Pool facilities - Coburg Olympic Pool, Pascoe Vale Outdoor Pool, Oak Park Aquatic Centre and Fawkner Leisure Centre
These events cater for a variety of activities suitable for all ages such as pool inflatable’s, jumping castles, face painting, prizes and giveaways. Visit the Active Moreland website for further details.
Family Movie Nights
Every Saturday night during February, 7.30pm
Rotating between Oak Park Aquatic Centre (11 February) and Fawkner Leisure Centre (25 February)
Visit the Active Moreland website for further details.
Sports for Change – Family Festival
Saturday 10 March
Clifton Park, Brunswick
Sports for Change will hold its third Family Festival event in March 2012. The festival will celebrate Victoria’s cultural diversity through sports while promoting tolerance and understanding in the community.
For further information visit Sports for change.
Swimathon
Sunday 11 March
Oak Park Aquatic Centre
National swim fundraising event run across the nation. This is a free event for all participants.
Visit the Active Moreland website for further details.
