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NEWSupport Outdoor Education in the National Curriculum!
Show your support and sign the petition NOW! Click here.
Read Outdoor Education Australia's detailed submission and comments:
Comments on the Draft Shape Paper for Health and Physical Education.
Go to the Outdoor Education curriculum campaign for more details on how to
respond.
Behind the scenes - Trails Reference Group.
Advocating for access to recreational facilities like trails is an ongoing part of the work of Outdoors WA
Click here to see recent achievements.
The Department of Water has released its Draft Policy 13 on Recreation within public drinking water source areas on Crown land.
This is the last opportunity for clubs, organisations and individuals to have a say on their access to these water catchment areas. Outdoors WA has been pushing for more consultation in access for outdoor activities so please take up this opportunity to voice your opinion on this important issue.
Link to feedback site.
Outdoors WA response.
Changes to NOLRS by the Outdoor Council of Australia
Restricted Guides“SROVTR001A Perform Vertical Rescues” will be a requirement for all abseil and climbing registration categories under NOLRS.
2) “Restricted Bushwalking Guide” and “Restricted Single Pitch Abseiling Guide (Artificial)” will be removed from the NOLRS. . Please click on the link for more.
Thanks to Hal Paine
Hal has resigned from his position on the Industry Standards Panel. The Outdoors WA Board and the Industry Standards Panel would like to recognise the hard work and significant effort of Hal in supporting the development of professional standards across the sector and wish him well in future endeavours. Thanks Hal, we'll see you on the water.
The Outdoor Sector Industry training initiative
held over 3 days was a great success with leaders participating from schools, youth work and outdoor guides. Please click on the link for more.
Important notice regarding the AAS
The Outdoors WA Board has determined that the NOLRS registration requirements are to be deferred until February 2013 for all activity areas covered by the Adventure Activity Standards. The AAS can be found via the 'Industry Quality Framework' button on the right. (NOLRS registration is still required to access abseiling on DEC estate)
New Executive Officer Announcement
It is with pleasure that the Board of Outdoors WA announces the appointment of Jamie Bennett as the new Executive Officer. Jamie is known and respected by many in the outdoor sector in Western Australia. His involvement includes significant experience in not-for-profit, commercial, government and education areas. The Board is confident that Jamie has the skills, knowledge and values that are needed by Outdoors WA at this time.
At the same time, it is with regret that in early December we said farewell to Katrina Vilardi in her role as Administrative Officer. Due to budgetary constraints, this position has been made redundant. The Board of Outdoors WA records its appreciation of Katrina’s work with us, especially during the period without an Executive Officer when she took on additional responsibilities. We wish Katrina well.
Become a Member!
Being a member of Outdoors WA provides you with the links and networks to remain at the top of your profession and is an integral part of being linked into the great outdoors! more.
Support Outdoor Education in the National Curriculum!
Show your support and sign the petition NOW! Click here.
Read Outdoor Education Australia's detailed submission and comments:
Comments on the Draft Shape Paper for Health and Physical Education.
Go to the Outdoor Education curriculum campaign for more details on how to
respond.
Behind the scenes - Trails Reference Group.
Advocating for access to recreational facilities like trails is an ongoing part of the work of Outdoors WA
Click here to see recent achievements.
The Department of Water has released its Draft Policy 13 on Recreation within public drinking water source areas on Crown land.
This is the last opportunity for clubs, organisations and individuals to have a say on their access to these water catchment areas. Outdoors WA has been pushing for more consultation in access for outdoor activities so please take up this opportunity to voice your opinion on this important issue.
Link to feedback site.
Outdoors WA response.
Changes to NOLRS by the Outdoor Council of Australia
Restricted Guides“SROVTR001A Perform Vertical Rescues” will be a requirement for all abseil and climbing registration categories under NOLRS.2) “Restricted Bushwalking Guide” and “Restricted Single Pitch Abseiling Guide (Artificial)” will be removed from the NOLRS. . Please click on the link for more.
Thanks to Hal Paine
Hal has resigned from his position on the Industry Standards Panel. The Outdoors WA Board and the Industry Standards Panel would like to recognise the hard work and significant effort of Hal in supporting the development of professional standards across the sector and wish him well in future endeavours. Thanks Hal, we'll see you on the water.
The Outdoor Sector Industry training initiative
held over 3 days was a great success with leaders participating from schools, youth work and outdoor guides. Please click on the link for more.Important notice regarding the AAS
The Outdoors WA Board has determined that the NOLRS registration requirements are to be deferred until February 2013 for all activity areas covered by the Adventure Activity Standards. The AAS can be found via the 'Industry Quality Framework' button on the right. (NOLRS registration is still required to access abseiling on DEC estate)
New Executive Officer Announcement
It is with pleasure that the Board of Outdoors WA announces the appointment of Jamie Bennett as the new Executive Officer. Jamie is known and respected by many in the outdoor sector in Western Australia. His involvement includes significant experience in not-for-profit, commercial, government and education areas. The Board is confident that Jamie has the skills, knowledge and values that are needed by Outdoors WA at this time.
At the same time, it is with regret that in early December we said farewell to Katrina Vilardi in her role as Administrative Officer. Due to budgetary constraints, this position has been made redundant. The Board of Outdoors WA records its appreciation of Katrina’s work with us, especially during the period without an Executive Officer when she took on additional responsibilities. We wish Katrina well.
Become a Member!
Being a member of Outdoors WA provides you with the links and networks to remain at the top of your profession and is an integral part of being linked into the great outdoors! more.
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