Promoting Healthy Clubs - Port Pirie Hosts Key Information Session for Sporting Leaders
Sporting clubs and associations across the Port Pirie region are invited to attend an important community presentation on Thursday 26 February, designed to support healthier, safer and more inclusive sporting environments.
Delivered by the Alcohol and Drugs Foundation, the session will focus on three key areas affecting clubs today: Here for the Game, Good Sports, and Vaping Awareness.
The one‑hour presentation will provide practical tools, up‑to‑date information and strategies that committee members, coaches and volunteers can implement within their clubs.
Date: Thursday 26 February 2026
Time: 6.30pm
Location: Port Pirie Council Chambers, 115 Ellen Street, Port Pirie
Catering: Finger food provided
RSVP: For catering purposes, attendees are asked to RSVP by Monday 23 February to Beck Ainsworth, email: rebecca.ainsworth@adf.org.au or phone 0438 010 252.
Key topics include:
Here for the Game
An introduction to the initiative, including the rise of sports betting, the harms associated with gambling, and effective approaches to reduce the normalisation of gambling within sporting settings.
Good Sports Program Overview
How clubs can strengthen positive culture, improve member wellbeing and build strong, sustainable sporting communities.
Vaping Awareness
Current information on vaping trends, particularly among young people, and practical steps clubs can take to address and minimise vaping-related risks. The session will also provide an opportunity for clubs to network, ask questions and share experiences with others in the local sporting community.
Clubs are encouraged to send committee members, coaches and volunteers who are committed to fostering positive, supportive and health‑focused sporting environments.
For more information about this presentation, please contact Beck Ainsworth, email: rebecca.ainsworth@adf.org.au or phone 0438 010 252.
