In Search of Committee Cohesion – Why is there so much conflict in clubs?
2020 has been a fascinating year for fuelling the flames of committee conflict. News outlets and social media thrive on…
The Continued Importance of Cultural Awareness
In this article we explore the importance of cultural awareness and striving for cohesion and understanding in our community. We discuss…
Volunteers or Contractors: Who’s going to fix that dodgy pergola?
To ensure your club is a safe and happy place, there are some considerations that your management committee should make…
Member Protection practices to build safe, fair, and inclusive sport cultures
An MPIO can act not only to provide information about complaints, policies and procedures, but also to prevent issues in…
Leave Your Business Hat On; Even in Your Volunteer Position
Recent news articles exposed that elite school sporting associations in Brisbane have been quietly offering enticing sporting scholarships, not only…
Don’t be afraid to make the big calls
Sandgate Hawks Football Club was going to shut, until the board decided to make a change.Listen to the interview with…
What makes a happy volunteer?
Did you know that the average Australian volunteer spends 2.5 hours per week volunteering? If your volunteers are spending well…
Mergers & Amalgamations: what’s our shirt going to look like?!?
Mergers and amalgamations are in the wind. They’re being whispered about in committee meeting rooms and broadcast widely as many…
Board Induction Training for Club Management Committee and Board Members
As a volunteer for a sports club or community organisation in Australia, you play a crucial role in the success…
MPIO Certification Training for Surf Life Saving Queensland
MPIOs provide information about the rights, responsibilities and options available to an individual making a complaint. They are central to…