Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Reference Group Recruitment

Expressions of interest for the Reference Group are now open and will close at 11.59pm on Sunday 12 January 2025.

Over the last few years the Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Reference Group has played a key role in assessing nominations for the Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Awards, contributed to the AllSports Newsletter, and has provided guidance and support to Council officers in relation to a number of plans and policies impacting sport, recreation and physical activity in Whitehorse.

If you are interested in applying, please complete the Expression of Interest (EOI) form below.

Closing date for EOI applications: 11.59pm Sunday 12 January 2025

Reference Group Objectives

Provide a forum for sport and recreation-related issues of interest and concern for Whitehorse to be reviewed and considered prior to Council decision making processes on all aspects of the sport, recreation and leisure environment.
Assist in the preparation or review of key sport and recreation-related strategies and policies.
Provide input on issues impacting upon sport and recreation within the Whitehorse community.
Monitor the progress of implementation of Council action/management plans relating to sport and recreation.
Provide coordination, liaison and communication with other Council appointed community groups and key external stakeholders.
Encourage and promote sport and recreation activities across all age groups, genders and abilities
Provide accessibility of sport and recreation activities to residents of City of Whitehorse

Committee Member Requirements

The Reference Group is made up of a maximum of 10 community representatives, and two Council representatives and administrated by Council’s Active Communities staff.

Membership is open to individuals participating in sport, recreation or physical activity or groups operating within the Whitehorse municipality.

We are looking for people who:

Are an active member, volunteer or participant of at least one Whitehorse sport, recreation, leisure or physical activity or group
Are willing to participate in the Reference Group for a two year term (2025 and 2026)
Want to make a difference to their local community
Can promote engagement opportunities with the Whitehorse sport, recreation and leisure community through own networks.

Five members will be appointed for a 2-year term, joining the remaining 5 community member of the group who will be seeing out the conclusion of their two-year term. (refer Terms of Reference ( PDF 155.38KB) ‘Terms of Appointment’).

Members may be appointed for a maximum of two terms in succession (i.e 4 years). Previous Reference Group members can apply again provided they have not exceeded the maximum of 2 terms in succession.

If you are interested in applying, please complete the Expression of Interest form below.

Closing date for EOI applications: 11.59pm on Sunday 12 January 2025

Please read the Terms of Reference for full details including member responsibilities and objectives of the Reference Group.

View WSRRG Terms of Reference

Submit your expression of interest

Your Details

First name

Surname

Gender

Age group

Phone

Nomination Details

Describe your involvement in sport, recreation, or physical activity within Whitehorse. Include details of any participation, as well as paid or voluntary positions you have held or currently hold.

Why are you interested in becoming involved with the Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Reference Group?

Demonstrate your knowledge of sport and recreation, specifically within Whitehorse. Include any insights into trends, current demands, and issues affecting the local community.

How do you ensure that you can represent a broad range of perspectives, especially those reflecting the diversity of the Whitehorse community?

Are you willing to actively participate in meetings and contribute meaningfully to the Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Reference Group for the full two-year term?

Yes

Experience

Are you an active member or participant of at least one Whitehorse sport, recreation or physical activity group?

Yes

List the activities or groups you are involved in and include your type of involvement

Include your type of involvement. i.e. player, coach, treasurer, etc. You can add as many as required.

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Please attach a letter of endorsement from the group/club/association

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Privacy Notification

The personal information requested on this form is being collected for the purpose of administering the Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Reference Group Leisure & Recreation Services Department. The personal information will be used solely by Council for that primary purpose or directly related purpose & will not be disclosed to any other party except as required by law.

The applicant understands that the personal information provided is for the Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Reference Group and that they may access the information held by contacting the Project Officer, Leisure & Recreation Services 9262 6371.

You can obtain the Council’s privacy policy at our Privacy Statement page. For further information on how Council manages privacy, please email customer.service@whitehorse.vic.gov.au.

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Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Reference Group Recruitment

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