Grants
There are quite a few grants currently available to Affiliates, applications for some are closing soon so don’t hesitate! Key grants are noted below, however you can find information on grants on the Netball Victoria Funding Opportunities page here.
Sport and Recreation Victoria - Community Sport Sector Coronavirus Covid-19 short-term survival package - Round 2
SRV have opened a further round of the Community Sport Sector Coronavirus Covid-19 short-term survival package.
Clubs who previously applied to the fund, will automatically receive an additional $500 payment to the account nominated in previous round. You do no need to do anything to activate this funding. Clubs who did not apply or were unsuccessful in the previous round may apply for $1,000. This is a simple application process and we suggest that you encourage your clubs to apply. Click here for further information on this grant.
Sport and Recreation Victoria - Sporting Club Grants Program
This program provides grants to assist in the purchase of sports uniforms and equipment and to improve the capacity and accessibility of Victorian clubs and other community sport and recreation organisations and increase the skills of their coaches, officials and managers. Click here for more information.
VicHealth Reimaging Health Grant - Opening 16th September
VicHealth have redesigned and amplified their upcoming grant round to address the immediate needs of the community and increased the available funding pool of $2.5 million. VicHealth is offering grants of up to $3K, $10K or $50K for local organisations who can support young people (aged 0-25 years) or Victorians experiencing disadvantage, by creating meaningful social connection, providing opportunities for physical activity or by addressing food security issues. Click here for full details and to apply.
You grow community' Woolworths Grant- Closing date TBC
Woolworths invites netball clubs and associations across Australia to apply by telling us how your club or association would use the grant money. There are 125, $2,000 grants available. Click here for full details.
Community Shade Grants Program- Applications close 11th September 2020
The purpose of this grant is to prevent skin cancer. Eligible community organisations are eligible to apply for grants of up to $50,000 for shade development and sun protection items. Click here for further information .
Business Support Fund - Expansion- Applications close 14th September 2020
Businesses within metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire that are affected by the return to Stay at Home restrictions may be eligible for a one-off, $5,000 grant under the Business Support Fund - Expansion program. Click here for full details.
Volunteering Victoria – Applications close 20 September 2020
2020 Supplementary Volunteer Grants of between $1,000 to $5,000 can be used by volunteer involving organisations and community groups to support the efforts of their volunteers and encourage and increase participation in volunteering. Click here to apply.
The 2020 Commonwealth Bank Not-for-Profit Treasurers' Awards- Closes 6th October
Every community organisation understands how much they owe to the person who keeps track of the finances. But they don't often tell them so. Our Community and the Commonwealth Bank and their Not-for-Profit Sector Banking team believe Australia's treasurers deserve some recognition. For full details click here.
Bushfire Recovery Grants for Community Facilities- Applications close 30th June 2022
Bushfire Recovery Grants for Community Facilities have been established to support local organisations to repair and improve damaged or destroyed community facilities in fire affected communities. The maximum amount of funding available is $50,000. Click here for details.
The Committee Room
We are thrilled to launch the creation of 'The Committee Room'. This is a dedicated space created with grassroots netball committees in mind. The purpose of 'The Committee Room' is to be the one-stop-shop with the most current and relevant information, tools and resources at your fingertips that will assist in the operations of your Associations/Leagues and Clubs. We will continue to build on the resources already available, for now, click here to view fact sheets and sample position descriptions for your committees.
2020 Netball Victoria Membership Prices in MyNetball
As you know for the remainder of 2020, Netball Victoria on court Memberships will be available at 50% of the original price. Netball Victoria have updated the All Abilities, Junior, Senior memberships to reflect this reduction. The new NetSetGO price reflects a 50% discount after the fulfilment pack fee has been deducted from the original price. If you haven’t already we ask that you now update your product prices in MyNetball for any new memberships purchased this year. This will ensure they are sold at the discounted rate. Click here to view the Quick Tips sheet to help you update pricing.
Technology Project - Progress update
As outlined in previous Affiliate News, the process to select a MyNetball alternative is moving along well. The working group is continuing with the robust testing of both WSA and PlayHQ platforms. This has included several sessions with our Association and League Affiliates, and these are proving extremely beneficial as their observations provide great feedback and direction. We take this information to both vendors for consideration in the development of the most suitable product for all Netball Victoria Affiliates.
We will continue to work our way through the process and we’ll take the necessary time to ensure the right decision is made, ahead of the 2022 changeover. We will continue to update you of the progress, in the meantime, should you have any questions please contact a member of the Affiliate Services team.
Child Safety in Netball - Tip of the Month
All organisations that offer services to children in Victoria are required by law to implement the 7 Child Safe Standards. This applies to all netball Associations, Leagues and Clubs in Victoria. Child Safe Standard Number 3 is “A Code of Conduct that establishes clear expectations for appropriate behaviour with children”.
Netball Victoria have written a Code of Conduct for everyone involved in Netball in Victoria. The Code details the professional boundaries, ethical behaviour, acceptable and unacceptable relationships. When these expectations are clear it is more likely that people involved in your communities will behave appropriately.
So, while our courts are quiet, it is a great opportunity to have your officials and volunteers read and acknowledge the Code by signing the Code of Conduct Declaration Form.
Play By The Rules Annual Awards
Deadline 13th September
The Play by the Rules Annual Awards are open again - with a difference! In this unusual year we want to recognise the outstanding work community sports clubs and associations are doing to get through the COVID-19 period.
And there has been some magnificent work - from regular Zoom meetings, to modifying policies and codes, to skills programs and much more. There's no doubt this has been, and continues to be, an incredibly challenging year for community sport. But let's celebrate the good things - the resilience, the commitment and the innovation that's been shown by clubs and state associations.
So, why not nominate your club or association for the Play by the Rules Awards. All nominations will get the chance to showcase their work as a Case Study on Play by the Rules, regardless of the eventual winners. We want to share all the good work being done.
Click here to nominate your club.
WorkSafe Club-Reconnect program delivered by SALT
Sporting clubs and the communities that they create can play a huge part in the mental wellbeing of its players and officials as we emerge from this unprecedented global pandemic.
The WorkSafe Club Re-Connect program delivered by Sport and Life Training (SALT) is an interactive, online presentation that digs deep into how your club community is travelling right now, equipping you to support one another through this current period of uncertainty and into the future.
Presentation issues discussed include:
- Loneliness, anger, financial hardship, relational problems & alcohol abuse.
- Practical ways of looking after yourself and your mates
- The value of a genuine conversation.
Sessions are aimed at women aged 15+ and capped for groups 20 people online. A coach or club team manager will be required in the session. Program will run for 60 to 75 minutes. All netball clubs affiliated with Netball Victoria can apply. Limited sessions will be available for football teams in the WorkSafe Country Football Netball League.
As an added bonus, all participants who sign up for the WorkSafe Club Re-Connect program will go into the draw to win a meet and greet with Melbourne Vixens' goaler, Caitlin Thwaites, for their entire club! Click here to apply now.
Introduction to Umpiring and Coaching Workshops - Coming Soon
These introductory workshops have been developed specifically as online education for beginner umpires and coaches.
The Worksafe Umpires in the Field - Introduction to Umpiring is a guide to starting off on your umpiring pathway. It covers expectations of beginner umpires, how to use a whistle effectively, hand signals and infringements, and positioning on the court. It also allows time for questions that otherwise might go unanswered being away from the court in the current restrictions!
The Introduction to Coaching - Coach Development Workshop is the first step into the world of coaching. It looks at "The Coach Approach" and player-centred coaching, characteristics of a coach, and a coach's responsibilities.
Keep an eye on the NV calendar for workshops in the coming weeks - click here to view!
Autism Flashcards
Netball Victoria are pleased to announce the development of another set of flashcards, for people on the autism spectrum. The Autism Flashcards can assist with the structuring of physical activity while practicing physical distancing. They include instructions for a range of different activities including both netball skills and fitness that can be completed at home with minimal equipment.
Download the autism flashcards here, or download a black and white version here.
Please email community@netballvic.com.au if there is anything we can do to support you during this time.
We hope you have lots of fun using the flashcards!
