Netball Victoria Administration Program

Why this program matters 

Community netball relies on dedicated volunteers. Increasing compliance requirements, governance expectations and participation growth are placing significant pressure on local committees. 

The Netball Victoria Administration Program addresses these issues by: 

Strengthening governance foundations
Building practical administration capability
Supporting the transition to paid administration models
Reducing administrative workload on volunteers
Creating employment pathways and regional workforce opportunities within community sport 

 

The result is stronger, more sustainable netball organisations across Victoria.

 

How the program works 

The program is delivered through a three-stage model. 

Stage 1 – Committee Development 

Affiliate Uplift Workshops support associations, leagues and clubs to review governance practices, clarify roles and plan sustainable administration pathways. 

Stage 2 – Administrator Education 

Netball Administration Workshops provide practical, netball-specific training for volunteer and emerging administrators, building confidence in core administrative functions. 

Stage 3 – Paid Administration Support 

Targeted funding assists affiliates to implement paid administration models, embedding sustainable structures and strengthening local workforce capability. 

 

Program outcomes 

The Netball Victoria Administration Program aims to: 

Increase administrative capability across Victorian netball
Improve governance consistency and compliance
Reduce volunteer fatigue and administrative overload
Support sustainable paid administration models
Create employment pathways and regional workforce opportunities within community sport
Strengthen the long-term sustainability of local netball delivery

Program partners and support 

The Netball Victoria Administration Program is funded by the Victorian Government through Sport and Recreation Victoria as part of the Sustainable Volunteer Workforce Program. 

Netball Victoria acknowledges the co-contribution of Netball Victoria and philanthropic support of Stephen Pewtress on behalf of Margaret Pewtress OAM in delivering this initiative. 

We thank our partners for their commitment to strengthening community sport and investing in the sustainability of netball across Victoria. 

 

Who is the program for? 

The program is available to:

Netball associations
Football netball leagues
Netball clubs
Volunteer administrators
Emerging administrators seeking entry-level pathways

 

Delivery is prioritised across identified regional hubs to support communities experiencing volunteer workforce pressure. 

 

How to get involved 

Affiliates can participate by:

 

Attending an affiliate uplift workshop
Registering for netball administration workshops
Applying for funded administration support

 

 

To express interest or learn more 

Contact Melissa Murphy, Shared Services Project Manager by email education@netballvic.com.au or your Netball Victoria Region Manager.

Frequently asked questions 

A structured education and funding initiative designed to strengthen administrative capability and support sustainable governance across Victorian netball. 

Volunteer workload and governance expectations have increased across community sport. This program supports affiliates to manage these demands and build long-term sustainability. 

The program is funded by the Victorian Government through Sport and Recreation Victoria, with co-contribution from Netball Victoria and philanthropic support from Stephen Pewtress on behalf of Margaret Pewtress OAM. 

The program is currently delivered under a multi-year funding agreement through to 2027 as part of the Sustainable Volunteer Workforce Program. 

The program has been designed to create lasting administrative capability across Victorian netball. 

While delivery models may evolve beyond the current funding period, Netball Victoria remains committed to continuing to build a trained workforce and supporting sustainable paid administration pathways across the state. 

Governance-focused workshops supporting committees to review structures, roles and sustainable administration planning. 

Practical training to build confidence and skills in day-to-day administrative responsibilities. 

Funding support to assist affiliates to transition to sustainable paid administration models. 

Associations, leagues and clubs across Victoria, with priority delivery in in Central Goldfields, Greater Shepparton, Latrobe Valley and surrounding areas. 

By reducing administrative burden and embedding stronger systems, the program enables volunteers to focus on participation and community engagement.