Organisations and individuals in the business of providing programs based on physical activity do Australians a huge service. They are the groups leading the campaign to forge a healthier and more physically active Australia.
The opportunities these organisations and individuals provide have a direct impact on how participants feel about physical activity and whether they are likely to continue participating.
These groups make every effort to ensure they are servicing their clients by providing well managed activities that meet their clients’ needs in safe and welcoming environments.
In recognition of these efforts a number of opportunities exist for Local Government authorities to nominate for a range of awards which recognise good practice in the provision of sport and recreation programs and facilities for local communities throughout Australia.
Being part of the Active Australia Local Government Network makes you eligible to apply for an Active Australia Award. The Active Australia Awards recognise good practices within the sport and recreation industry and will be presented at Parliament House in Canberra by the Federal Minister for Sport on 2 December.
The categories for 1999 are as follows.
- Education – for schools. Two awards will be given: primary and secondary schools.
- Club/organisation – for well managed clubs/organisations with initiatives that promote and encourage participation in physical activity. Three awards will be given: local, state and national levels.
- Training – for initiatives in sport and recreation training.
- Local Government – for Councils that promote and encourage participation in physical activity.
- Volunteer management – for organisations with initiatives that demonstrate good volunteer management practices.
- Innovation – for special and innovative initiatives that promote and increase participation in physical activities.
- Active Australia event – for initiating events that promote and demonstrate the principles of Active Australia.
- Margaret Pewtress – for contributions by an outstanding individual that improve access to sport, recreation and physical activities for women and/or girls.
All winners will receive an Active Australia commemorative plaque and cheque for $1,000.
How to apply
Applicants need to complete an ‘Expression of Interest’ form available by contacting (02) 6214 1522 and return it to the address below to receive an Application Booklet detailing specific award category criteria.
Applications addressing the award criteria then need to be completed and returned by 30 September 1999 to:
Project Officer Active Australia Awards
Australian Sports Commission
PO Box 176
BELCONNEN ACT 2616
Fax (02) 2614 1640 Email Heather.Reid@ausport.gov.au
