The Game Plan

In 2028 Sport in the Central Highlands enriches the lifestyles of our active community, sport will be accessible, inclusive and provide opportunities for all.

That is the vision of the Game Plan – council’s 10-year plan for organised sport and active recreation in the Central Highlands.

Adopted in December 2017 and developed in consultation with community members, clubs and elected members, it serves as a framework to grow sport and and recreation under the following principles:

  1. Sustainability
  2. Collaboration
  3. Progression
  4. Actively involved organisations

Five goals indicate how sport and recreation can achieve these goals in line with the Game Plan principles.

  1. Council and clubs make informed decisions.
  2. Policies and procedures are in place to guide decisions.
  3. Healthy clubs that are compliant and here for tomorrow.
  4. Our facilities are strategically planned, creating one connected network.
  5. Council empowers clubs to be proactive and prepared to grow active participation.

Resources and support for sports clubs and establishing tenure over council-owned and controlled land and facilities lay the foundation to achieve these goals.

Indicators of long-term success will include increased participation in sport and active recreation, healthy sports clubs and communities and efficient and adaptable multi-user facilities.

Engagement and consultation

More than 100 sports clubs and 250 sports people participated in 352 hours of community engagement, 144 hours of face-to-face consultation, multiple surveys and roadshow stops.

Sport and active recreation advisory group

Our sport and active recreation advisory group is a stakeholder group to inform council policies and strategies to grow sport and recreation in the Central Highlands region.

The group has representation of elected members, council staff and community members and businesses with an interest in and an in-depth understanding of sport and recreation.

Expressions of interest are invited from members of the Central Highlands community to a space on the Sport & Active Recreation Advisory Group. Apply here. 

  • What does the group do?

    The group guides council’s strategic direction to grow sport and recreation, and provides feedback on related services, facilities management and infrastructure developments.

    1. Discuss and review policies and strategies.
    2. Establish and facilitate partnerships and community and user participation programs.
    3. Support council project working groups.
    4. Actively promote discussion and source feedback in the community.
    5. Research and prepare reports.

     

  • Who is the group for?

    The group has four community representation seats for anyone with a passion for and expert knowledge in sport and recreation. This could be an active member of a sports club or association, an industry business owner or an athlete.

  • Meetings

    Meetings occur quarterly with members expected to attend in person or via telephone conference.
    An agenda sets the meeting schedule and has contribution from council and other members.

     

  • Terms of reference

    Download the terms of reference to learn more about the requirements of being involved in the group.