Associations - Networks and Professional Development Opportunities

2008 D-Net Program

9th December 2008

Christmas Meeting and lunch

Topic: “It’s Never Too Late” - the ‘be active’ benefits for lifelong involvement

This years Christmas meeting at the Henley Bowling Club will include an hour of bowling, including a lesson for beginners.  The meeting will be followed by lunch.

Meeting Agenda Link (151kb)

Meeting Minutes from 9 December 2008 (67kb)

Presented by Pauline Brooks

The ‘be active’ Physical Activity Strategy for South Australia is committed to encouraging and facilitating lifelong involvement in physical activity for all South Australians.
While there is compelling evidence that physical activity is associated with a range of positive health outcomes by comparison physical inactivity is now the second most important risk factor, after tobacco use, which contributes to the burden of disease, morbidity and mortality in Australia.

In It’s never too late! Pauline will explore the benefits of encouraging people to renew their involvement in physical activity through sport and recreation opportunities. Through identifying and overcoming barriers, shaping messages, marketing concepts, diversifying products, and establishing collaborative partnerships and networks, Pauline will examine some of the pathways to successfully reaching out and involving more of the community in the ‘be active ‘ vision.

Background

Pauline is currently working as a Consultant and Trainer in the area of Physical Activity, Health, Recreation and Active Ageing. She has a background in Physiotherapy and has been promoting ‘health for life’ throughout her career. She has worked Nationally and Internationally for Governments, Corporate and Community organizations to help people maximize their quality of life through health promotion and education programs.

Pauline was appointed by the State Government as Chair of the State Physical Activity Council of South Australia (2005-2007).

Pauline has worked closely with Active Ageing Australia® and the Office for Recreation and Sport in the development and implementation of a number of programs. In 1995 Pauline received the Medal of the Order of Australia for her contribution to the health and fitness of the community and in 2003 was awarded the Centenary Medal for her services to older people.

Please fill out the agenda registration page and either email or fax it to :

Club Development
Industry Development and Training
Fax (08) 7424 7674
Participation@saugov.sa.gov.au

Click here for the Minutes from 28 October(69kb PDF)

Upcoming Meetings

2009 Meeting dates to be advised.

D-Net meets five times each year.

Its primary role is to ensure that State Development Officers in sport and recreation organisations have access to the latest information. Each D-Net meeting includes updates on programs and resources being developed or provided by the Office for Recreation and Sport, training opportunities and professional development programs.

Attendance is free and both paid and volunteer State Development Officers can attend, as can representatives from associated bodies, such as training providers, schools, the health sector, disability services, youth groups, multicultural groups, local government, or any group with an interest in promoting and developing sport and active recreation opportunities in South Australia.

Between meetings information is provided via e-mail.

D-Net on 27 May 2008

The latest D-Net meeting was held on Tuesday 27 May at the Office for Recreation and Sport. Minutes from this meeting are attached below along with the presentations delivered.

To access the full report of the study on the 'Profile of Youth Sport in South Australia' click here (191kb PDF)

Regional D-Net
Through a network of be active Regional Field Officers regional D-Net workshops are being conducted to support regional Development Officers.

For further information
D-Net Project Officer

Office for Recreation and Sport
Phone: +61 8 7424 7633
Email: participation@saugov.sa.gov.au