Update from the SportWest Board

On behalf of the Board of SportWest, I would like to inform our members and stakeholders that our Chief Executive Officer Matt Fulton has accepted the permanent appointment as Chief Executive Officer at the Western Australian Institute of Sport, a role he has been Acting in since October 2023. Matt spent close to three years […]

Launch of the Child Safeguarding Pilot Series in WA Sporting Community

In a new initiative aimed at promoting child safety and well-being in sports, the launch of the True Sport Child Safeguarding Pilot Series marks a significant milestone for the Western Australian (WA) sporting community. Developed by True Sport, this innovative program promises to usher in a new era of accountability and protection for young athletes […]

SportWest ‘Rapped’ with Turnout at RAP Rings Event

SportWest proudly hosted the third RAP Rings session last Friday 22nd March at the home of the Fremantle Dockers Football Club in the Cockburn Aquatic and Recreation Centre. With support from Reconciliation WA, the session aimed to work through breaking down stigma associated with a reconciliation journey for sporting organisations, and aimed to unite the […]

Sports Embrace the Inaugural Mental Health Champions Network Session

On Wednesday the 13th of March, the SportWest Mental Health Champions Network attended their first session out of SportHQ. Invitees were treated to a two-hour workshop facilitated by The Tomorrow Architects, focusing on effective listening and engagement tools/strategies, challenging self to support others and much more. The innovative delivery model allowed the participants to engage […]

Women of Sport Network Advisory Group Expression of Interest

SportWest is seeking expressions of interest for up to two SportWest members to join the Women of Sport Network (WoSN) Advisory Group. The purpose of the WoSN Advisory Group is to provide recommendations and information to SportWest regarding the direction and activities of the WoSN, and to guide SportWest on gender related matters and advocacy. […]

There’s no place for poor sideline behaviour. Let us Play!

SportWest, the peak industry body for sport in Western Australia, is thrilled to announce the relaunch of its True Sport Sideline Behaviour Marketing Campaign, aimed at promoting positive sportsmanship and respectful behaviour among spectators. In a world where sportsmanship can sometimes take a backseat to competitiveness, SportWest remains committed to fostering an environment where respect, […]

Summer Rebel Community Sport Champions Announced

SportWest are pleased to announce our Summer rebel Sport Community Champions – Amanda Marriot (Basketball), and Thomas Clarke (Volleyball). Our two recipients showed an outstanding commitment and passion towards their sport, continuing to inspiring others and fostering a love for sports. Thank you for your invaluable contributions. You are true champions! Meet Amanda Amanda has been […]

Celebrating Equity in Sports: Extra Funding Allocated to Empower Women

SportWest is thrilled to announce the successful application for funding from Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) to increase the delivery the Women of Sport Network (WoSN) to the WA Sporting Industry. This WoSN program will provide dedicated networking and educational opportunities to Women working and Volunteering within Sport. The program will […]

Kerr hits rare air with third WA Sports Star Award

Matilda’s superstar Samantha Kerr has taken her place among the greats of Western Australian sport, claiming the coveted WA Sports Star Award for the third time at the 2023 WA Sport Awards at HBF Stadium last night. Kerr becomes just the fifth product of the WA sports system to claim WA’s most prestigious sports award […]

Sam Kerr favourite as Jack Robinson hunting for awards first

Article Written by Aaron Kirby | The West Australia A nation-lifting performance at the FIFA World Cup has Sam Kerr, right, on the verge of her third Sports Star of the Year award while world No.5 Jack Robinson is hoping to become the first surfer to take home the honour. The West Australian can reveal […]