A Blueprint for active and healthy children in Western Australia has been launched to address the physical inactivity of children and adolescents in WA.

WA Sports Federation is part of the Executive Committee of The Children’s Physical Activity Coalition of Western Australia (CPAC) who worked together to develop the Charter.

The Coalition’s vision is to see all children and adolescents in Western Australia actively participating in sufficient physical activity for good social and physical health.

The Charter is calling for action from the WA Government and community, and for the allocation of a minimum 10 million dollars each year to support a comprehensive ongoing 10-year strategy based on the CPAC’s Charter for Active Kids.

The Charter:
1. Lists ten key action areas that need to be priorities.
2. Identifies key strategies within each of these key action areas.
3. Provides supporting information and evidence for the importance of each action area and for the effectiveness of the listed strategies.

The Charter also aims to encourage further community initiatives to target the inactivity of children and adolescents.

To download the Charter for Active Kids PDF visit http://www.wasportsfed.asn.au/newsandevents.php

The 2008 ANZ Sports Star Awards will be held on Thursday 8 January 2009, at the Astral Room, Burswood Entertainment Complex.

WA Sports Federation members will shortly receive an Information Pack in preparation for the 2008 ANZ Sports Star Awards.

WA's premier sports awards is an opportunity for our sporting community to celebrate the achievements and contributions of sportspeople during 2008.

For information about previous Award winners and updates about the 2008 Awards visit http://www.wasportsfed.asn.au/anz_sports_star.php

...by nominating them for the 2009 Australian of the Year Awards.

The categories include:

• Australian of the Year
• Senior Australian of the Year (60 years and over)
• Young Australian of the Year (16 to 30 years) and
• Local Hero (Metropolitan & Regional)

The Australian of the Year Awards recognise Australians who have made outstanding achievements in their field, who are inspirational role models and have contributed in a significant way to our nation. 

Nominations are sought for Australians of excellence from all backgrounds and fields including: community service, humanitarian, business, science & technology, the arts, entertainment, sport, education and the environment.

The Western Australian representatives will go to represent the State at the National level. 

Nominations close on 31 August. 

For more information about the Awards and how to nominate people see http://www.australianoftheyear.org.au

Healthway News: Healthway has welcomed a new Executive Director, David Malone, who started his role on 25 August.

Creating a healthier future for West Australians

As a result of an extensive review and consultation, Healthway has produced a Strategic Plan for 2008 - 2011 with the vision of creating 'A Healthier WA'. 

This plan seeks to build upon the past achievements and goals of the 2004 - 2007 Strategic Plan. 

Healthway's work will continue to emphasise collaboration and partnerships with others as well as addressing health inequalities and the effects of disadvantage on health.

For further information, or to download the Healthway 2008 - 2011 Strategic Plan, visit http://www.healthway.wa.gov.au/Default.aspx?MenuID=485

Coaching Workshop
Traditional V Game Sense Coaching with Les Bee

Les is Manager, Sport Education Victoria, based at the Victorian Institute of Sport and has worked in coach education for over twenty years.

He presents regularly on Games Sense at state and national level coaching conferences and at the annual Victorian ACHPER Conference.

What is Game Sense?
Game Sense is a relatively new approach to teaching and coaching which uses games at the focus of the session. By focusing on the game, rather than on technique practice, players are encouraged to become more tactically aware and make better decisions during the game, as well as beginning to think strategically about game concepts whilst developing skills within realistic contexts and most importantly, having fun.

When: 15 September, 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm
Venue: Department of Sport and Recreation

Register: Contact Jacqui Jashari on 9492 9760 or mailto:Jacqui.Jashari@dsr.wa.gov.au

Register by 10 September

Member Protection Information Officer Course (MPIO)

The revised MPIO course provides members of sporting organisations with an opportunity to increase their awareness of safer and harassment-free club environments and learn practical skills to take on a Member Protection Information Officer role.

The Department of Sport and Recreation, Australian Sports Commission and WA Sports Federation are working together to deliver a relevant, informative and practical course.

There are two MPIO courses to choose from:

Course 1: 7th October (9am - 4.30pm) and 14th October (9am - 4.30pm) or
Course 2: 9th October (5.30pm - 9pm), 16th October (5.30pm - 9pm) and 25 October (9am - 4.30pm).

Cost: $60 per person.
Contact: Emily Anderson on 9492 9827 or mailto:emily.anderson@dsr.wa.gov.au

Register by 26 September

Advanced Officiating - General Principles Course

Further develop your skills in:
• Personal development plans
• Self analysis, reflection and mental toughness
• Manage the people and the environment
• Mentoring and conflict
• Administration Strategies

Course details: 19th October, 9.30 am - 2.30 pm, $48, Department of Sport and Recreation
Contact:           Jason Washington-King on 9202 4919

Registration by 13 October