Club development focuses on enhancing the organisational performance of a sport and recreation club in the key areas of governance, planning and management to ensure its operations are efficient and effective and its members and participants are provided quality programs and services.
Club Development Officer
The Supervisor Club & Community Development is a part of the Community Development & Events Team. Their role is funded by the Shire of Esperance and Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries.
This role supports club development, building relationships with state bodies, information sharing and training provision within Esperance. This also includes the administration of the KidSport program, EDRA support programs (Sports Star of the Year, Junior Travel Trust Fund, Regional Talent Development Centre). The Supervisor Club & Community Development is also a contact for funding opportunities including the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries CSRFF program within the Shire of Esperance.
Every Club Funding
The Shire of Esperance has successfully received 3-year funding from the DLGSC Every Club Grant Scheme to enable organisations to support sport and recreation clubs to build their organisational capacity and capability with a focus on governance, planning and management practices.
The grant scheme is part of the broader Every Club Program aimed at providing a holistic, accessible and sustainable model of club support to sport and recreation clubs across Western Australia.
Upcoming Training & Workshops
Do you know the impact you have on shaping the future of sport? Join us for an enlightening webinar, specifically created for community sport by Sports Integrity Australia, to highlight the vital role grassroots coaches play in fostering sport integrity.
We’ll explore:
- The unique opportunities you have to instil positive behaviours and values in your players.
- How you can inspire other adults in sport to uphold these same values.
- Practical tools to create an environment that encourages respect and stamps out poor behaviour.
This session is tailored to empower you with knowledge and tools for positive change and to strengthen community sport.
Date: 8 April 2025
Time: 5.30pm
Location: Online
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Spread the word—tag a fellow coach or share with your network. Let’s work together for a brighter, more respectful sporting future!
Are you a volunteer in community sport, or thinking about joining your local club? Feeling the pressure of increasing compliance requirements? Sports Integrity Australia is here to support you with our Sports Integrity 101 for Community Sports Volunteers webinar, just in time for National Volunteer Week 2025!
This session will empower and educate community volunteers by covering:
- Best practices for promoting fair play and integrity in sport.
- How to keep yourself and children safe while fostering an inclusive sporting environment.
- Strategies and resources to tackle common challenges faced by volunteers.
Whether you're already volunteering or considering stepping up, this webinar is your chance to gain valuable tools and knowledge to make a positive impact in your sporting community.
Date: 15 May 2025 Time: 5.30pm Location: Online
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Share this with your club or association and encourage your network of volunteers to join us. Together, let’s build stronger, safer, and more respectful community sports!
A truly thriving sporting community is one that's welcoming, respectful, and inclusive—a place where everyone is treated with equality, respect, and dignity. Join Sports Integrity Australia for an insightful webinar on Handling Member Protection Concerns, designed to equip you with the tools to foster a positive and safe environment in your sport.
This webinar will help you:
- Understand and implement member protection safe practices.
- Empower all members to ensure acceptable behaviour within your community.
- Navigate situations where expectations of respect and inclusivity aren't met.
Whether you're a coach, parent, committee member, staff, or participant, this session is for you! Together, let’s commit to demonstrating good behaviour, while confidently addressing poor behaviour when it arises.
Date: 5 June 2025 Time: 10.30am Location: Online
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Encourage your club or association to share this with their network—it’s a step toward building a safer and stronger sporting community for all!
Previous Workshop Information
Club Governance
Effective governance is crucial for the success and sustainability of sporting clubs. It ensures transparency, accountability, and strategic decision-making, fostering a positive environment for athletes, members, and stakeholders. Good governance practices help in managing resources efficiently, maintaining integrity, and achieving long-term goals. By prioritizing governance, sporting clubs can build trust, enhance performance, and create a lasting impact in their communities.
To save time for clubs we have put together some information to help clubs create strategic plans, provide advice on committee roles, and offer policy templates to ensure effective governance.
Strategic Plans
Creating strategic plans can seem daunting and overwhelming. However, with Game Plan, clubs can develop their strategic plans quickly and effectively, removing the fear and doing all the hard work for you. Let Game Plan simplify the process and help your club achieve its goals with ease.
If you want to know more about your clubs Game Plan profile contact the Supervisor Club & Community Development
Every Club Resources
Whether you are a first time committee member or a long serving member DLGSC Every Club have put together some great guides to assist Sporting Clubs.
Position Descriptions - President, Secretary, Treasurer, Tips for Officials and Coaches
Running your Club - Problem Solving, Effective Club Meetings, Delegation
Volunteers - Volunteer Management, Templates information and Guides
Club Promotion Sponsorship, Promotion, Social Media
Club Planning Planning for your Club - The future is in your hands