On Thursday 12 April 2012, a unique opportunity will be available for sporting clubs operating within the East Gippsland Shire. A free sports forum will be held at the Lakes Entrance Mechanics Hall from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. A variety of organisations operating within the local area will provide a snapshot of what is available to assist with the growth and sustainability of local community sporting clubs.

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The first of a series of six Sideline Help courses across Gippsland kicked off last Tuesday at Korumburra. An astonishing 30 volunteers took up the opportunity of the FREE Sports Medicine Australia (SMA) course that was hosted by GippSport.

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A fantastic opportunity is available for people of all abilities to develop their basketball skills in a fun and friendly environment. On Wednesday 21 March at 4pm a new and exciting accessible basketball program will be starting at the Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre.

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Sale Tennis Club, National Goodsports Club of the Year, are continuing their winning streak with alcohol management by raising the most money of any Good Sports club nationally for febfast.

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Angela McKenzie is this Month's Volunteer of the Month.  Angela has been a valuable member of the Nyora Cricket Club ever since her daughter Skyla joined the club in 2010.

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Don't miss the next online workshop.  Sponsorship is a hot topic in the sporting club world, valuable tips on getting $$ into your club.  Register now as places are limited!

Sponsorship (Attracting Sponsorship)  
(Monday 16 April @ 8pm).

To register for this session please click here for our online registration!

Understanding Food Handling for Community Groups Forum’ is the second Forum for 2012 delivered through Latrobe City’s Community Groups Information and Training program.

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The Gippsland Sports Academy has been fortunate to secure a VLine life development session to be presented by former AFL player Nathan Thompson on bullying.  The Sports Academy has limited places left so if interested please make contact asap.
Details:
VLine Life Presentation session
Sunday March 25, 2012
11-1pm
GippsTAFE – Yallourn Campus
No cost
Parents, coaches and mentors are welcome to attend.  Anyone who is interested should contact Judi Buhagiar on judib@gippstafe.edu.au

Do you remember being a beginner golfer and are forever thankful to the person who helped you get started? Mentoring new people to take up golf and seeing them improve and enjoy the game can be extremely rewarding.  Now you have the opportunity to learn the basic skills and develop the confidence to help introduce future participants to golf by learning how to coach and set up beginner programs at your club!  See flyer for details.

VCFL Grants Program
Provider: Victorian Country Football League
Provides assistance to increase participation, ecouragement and development of AFL within VCFL Jurisdiction.  Includes computer purchases, RSA Courses, Level 1 Coaching, Uniforms & Food Handling Courses.  Click here to download Guidelines.

Community Energy Efficiency Program
Provider: Australian Govt Climate Change & Energy Efficiency.
Funding range Min: $50,000
To support a range of local councils and community organisations increase the energy efficiency of different types of non-residential council and community-use buildings, facilities and lighting
Closing Date  23 March 2012. 
For more information please click here.

FOR INFORMATION ON OTHER GRANTS OR TO SUBSCRIBE TO REGULAR UPDATES - CHECK OUR GRANTS PAGE!

THE FOLLOWING CLUBS HAVE BEEN ACCREDITED TO THE NEXT LEVEL OF THE GOOD SPORTS PROGRAM.  CONGRATULATIONS!

Veronica Maybury Memorial Recreation Reserve Level 1, Meerlieu Cricket Club Inc. Level 2, Sale United Football Club Level 3, Wy Yung Cricket Club Level 3, Newborough Bulldogs Cricket Club, Level 3 Monitoring, Paynesville Football Club Level 3 Monitoring

Is your club a GoodSports Club?  to find out more click here.

Where:Leongatha Football Netball Club, Leongatha
When: Wednesday March 28, 2012 at 6.30 pm - 10.30 pm

Where: East Gippsland Community College, Dalmahoy Street, Bairnsdale             
When: Wednesday March 26, 2012 at 6.00 pm - 10.00 pm

Cost: Good Sports Clubs $30
Non Good Sports Clubs $50
Registrations must be made by Friday 23 March, 2012 to GippSport on 51358335 or info@gippsport.com.au
Due to limited numbers registrations are essential and will not be taken on the night.  Payment must be sent to PO Box 63, Newborough 3825 and will not be accepted on the night.

Has your club lost old bank accounts, term deposits or the like due to changes in committee?  Check out Money Smart for your club.  Click here to do a search by club name.

Latrobe Leisure Churchill is once again preparing for Monash Mixed Netball which begins 19^th March. We are in need of umpires for the semester which will run for 10 weeks. Games begin @ 6:45pm on a Monday night and continue until 9pm. Each umpire will be umpiring for 2-3 games per night and receive $15 per game. You do not need to be a certified umpire. This is social sport so is a very relaxed competition.
If anyone is interested please contact Richelle at Latrobe Leisure Churchill on 51203 888.   Richelle.rowed@latrobe.vic.gov.au