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02 May 2012
2012 Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge
Clubs WA is looking to sponsor a community driven young person to represent Western Australia in Clubs Australia’s annual Kokoda Youth Leadership Challeng...
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28 Mar 2012
Congratulations!
Clubs WA would like to congratulate the Royal Perth Yacht Club and the Cowaramup District Social Club for winning the Club of the Year (Large) and Club of the Year (Small/Medium) awa...
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01 Mar 2012
Clubs Australia Industrial is in the process of submitting a review of the current Registered & Licensed Clubs Award to Fair Work Act Review Panel. The submission calls out for revaluation on:
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16 Feb 2012
Peter Seaman as the Executive Director of Clubs WA was invited to make a submission to the above independent panel late last year. The submission would examine the social, economic and environmental c...
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07 Dec 2011
Clubs WA is aware that Police are issuing infringement notices to licensed clubs which in the main have been incorrectly issued or could have been easily avoided. Clubs are asked to brief their approv...
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25 Oct 2011
Clubs WA User Manual (Handbook) which was launched at our AGM on Wednesday 19 October 2011 is now available on our website.
This is a handy tool in identifying contents of Clubs WA’s website wh...
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29 Sep 2011
We have added a Questions and Answers feature to our Workplace Relations Service (under Awards and Rates). These questions were inquired by our member clubs to the MEC.
Example: What is the minimum s...
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28 Sep 2011
Australian Taxation Office has noticed a spike in ATO scams directed to the general public. The latest being the Refund Scams which are hoax emails linked to a bogus ATO website where potential victim...
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13 Sep 2011
Signage templates for Approved Manager and Temporary Manager on duty in a licensed premises is available here. Both templates are in PDF and Word, the Word format enables member clubs to insert their ...
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07 Sep 2011
Social gambling can be considered a thrilling and enjoyable way to spend time with your fellow clubbies. Although it is not unlawful in Western Australia, a duty of care still needs to be applied, in ...
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30 Aug 2011
This discussion paper is a submission by ClubsAustralia as a response to the propose income tax reforms by the Federal Government which concentrate on income tax assessments for not-for-profit sector....
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22 Aug 2011
Clubs WA is run by a state council of 12 elected representatives from clubs throughout Western Australia. Councillors are elected for two-year terms.
We welcome any person expressing an interest in n...
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09 Aug 2011
This guide from the ATO will be beneficial for member clubs in determining the directions of their clubs as well as their eligibility for Tax Income exemption.
The publication also provides sporting ...
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28 Jul 2011
Past and present members are invited to the 50th anniversary dinner at the club on August 20. Cost: $20. RSVP: August 15. Open bar from 6pm to 7pm then dinner will commence at 7pm. Contact: Barbara Ma...
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28 Jul 2011
An invitation is extended to all past members to attend a 60th anniversary afternoon tea to be held at Safety Bay Bowling Club, 130 Gloucester Crescent, Safety Bay, on Tuesday, August 16, at 2pm. RSVP...
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20 Jul 2011
Clubs WA congratulates Jeny Kulotugan on her wedding last Saturday in her home country of Singapore. Jeny is well known by our member clubs and sponsors through events such as: Clubs WA Awards for Exc...
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19 Jul 2011
Templates for the above are now available here.
Function Hire template provides information in relation to conduct of the functions and other details from menus to damages.The template for Kitchen L...
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12 Jul 2011
It is important to all clubs to have control of their liquor stock at all times and to do this a monthly stocktake should be done. By counting stock monthly and including that figure in your Profit &a...
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30 Jun 2011
Wage Rates Handbook as of 1 July 2011 is now available in our Industrial Relations section. Please be advised that this is only accessible for Clubs WA Workplace Relations Service members only.
For C...
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14 Jun 2011
Please read our publications in relation to the New Framework for Approved Managers. New updates as of Tuesday 7 June 2011 in regards to Online Lodgement and the requirements for the lodgement are als...
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16 May 2011
Western Australian clubs were treated to a fantastic celebratory night on Sunday 8th May 2011 at the Astral Ballroom, Burswood Entertainment Complex for the annual Clubs WA’s annual Awards ...
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04 Apr 2011
*source: Department of Racing, Gaming and Liquor
Licensees are reminded of their obligations regarding trading on Anzac Day and Good Friday as set out in the Liquor Control Act 1988
Good Friday (Apr...
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04 Apr 2011
Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge
Do you know anyone between the age of 16 and 22 and who has displayed outstanding leadership qualities? Nominate your junior members for the Kokoda Youth Leader...
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16 Mar 2011
More on the new approved manager's licensing framework. This is for members only.
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28 Feb 2011
Abridged version of Responsible Service of Alcohol Course will no longer be recognised as an approved course for the purpose of section 103A of the Liquor Control Act from Monday 2 May 2011.
The Dire...
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28 Feb 2011
Statement of Amendments to The Liquor Control Amendment Act 2010 has been realeased by the Department of Racing, Gaming and Liquor in relation to updates on new licensing framework for Approved Manage...
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19 Jan 2011
Clubs WA 2011 Awards for Excellence
An easier process this year!
We understand that you may be busy with the day-to-day running of your club.
That’s why, we’re offering to assist you in...
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21 Dec 2010
Is there one of more contractors working for your club? As an employer, do you know if superannuation needs to be paid to the contractor?
Two recent cases against Federal Commissioner of Taxation hav...
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16 Dec 2010
Another fact sheet from www.rethinkdrink.com.au about the sale and supply of alcohol and penalties to licensee, manager, employee and the offending individual when an offence occurs.
Please click her...
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07 Dec 2010
This publication was developed by www.rethinkdrink.com.au. It provides bar staff with brief information about the responsible service of alcohol.
It covers topics which includes: things to reme...
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01 Dec 2010
Please note that our office will close at noon on Friday, 24th December 2010 and will re-open on Tuesday, 4th January 2011.
From all of us at Clubs WA, have a wonderful Christmas and a fantastic New ...
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01 Dec 2010
The dates for 2011 Responsible Service of Alcohol & Course in Liquor Licensing is now available here.
Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)
The face-to-face training runs from 9am to 11.30a...
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22 Nov 2010
The 2010 Clubs WA Christmas Specials booklet is now out!
The booklet contains very attractive discounts for your club during this festive season, allowing you to save time and money!
Members may dow...
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03 Nov 2010
Fact Sheet on Alcohol and Injury is now available here.This injury prevention Fact Sheet is developed by Injury Control Council of Western Australia (ICCWA).
More Fact Sheets can be downloaded from w...
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28 Oct 2010
Official Opening
Clubs WA is having its official opening on Monday, 8th November 2010 at 2pm. Minister for Racing, Gaming & Liquor, Hon Terry Walron MLA will be officiating the ceremony.
If you ...
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26 Oct 2010
Paid Parental Leave Bill 2010 that was introduced in May 2010 has commenced since 1 October 2010. Employers need to know when employees are entitled of this leave, the procedures for employees in appl...
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04 Oct 2010
The Gosnells Bowling Club is holding an Open Day on Saturday, 9th October 2010 between 10am and 12pm.
Come along and discover what the club has to offer! Try your hand at a game of bowls, pool or dar...
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30 Sep 2010
Early Bird Specials EXTENDED!
Clubs WA AGM, Club Industry Forum & Trade Expo
Tickets are only $75 per person ! If more than 1 person is attending from the same club, the next consecutive persons...
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29 Sep 2010
Clubs that sell tobacco products need to familiarise themselves with the new laws which were introduced on Wednesday, 22 September 2010 by the Government of Western Australia Department of Health.
On...
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22 Sep 2010
If your club subcontracts a bookkeeper, do they complete your BAS on your behalf? Do you know if they are a registered BAS agent?
To find out more about bookkeepers services as BAS agents, please cli...
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17 Sep 2010
From Kings Park to Kokoda
Western Australia’s lacrosse league has always struggled for public recognition thanks to competition from sporting giants such as football, cricket, soccer and rugby ...
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16 Sep 2010
The Clubs WA AGM, Club Industry Forum and Trade Expo is back!
Monday, 25th October 2010
Lake Karrinyup Golf Course
8.30am - 3pm
Tickets : $75.00 (inc GST)
*Early Bird Sp...
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07 Sep 2010
The latest on Service Bulletins and e-Club Updates are now available.
These are Members Only sections and you will be prompted for your club's User Name and Password.
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06 Sep 2010
The 2010 Corporate Directory is now available here!
This directory lists all Clubs WA Partners who have been strong supporters of the club movement. Our partners have the potential to ...
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26 Aug 2010
Recent studies have shown that 64% of employees prefer to work for between 1 -3 organisations in their lifetime. Would your club be one of these? Attend this seminar and learn how to create a workplac...
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24 Aug 2010
Parliament is considering a bill introduced by the Minister for Racing, Gaming & Liquor that proposed a new system that will introduce two levels of Managers’ Licence; one of which will be s...
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18 Aug 2010
5 lucky winners who respond to each of the below questions will win a 1800 on hold gift card valued at $649.00!
• Would you like our monthly Service Bulletin to focus on any particula...
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16 Aug 2010
ClubsWA is proud to introduce online Course in Liquor Licensing for Licensees and Approved Managers at www.workbehindabar.com.au.
This site allows you to complete your LLC course in your own time and...
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16 Aug 2010
Held on 1st October 2010, National Walk to Work Day is an annual event that is an initiative of the Pedestrian Council of Australia (PCA), a not for profit organization, and is funded by the Australia...
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13 Aug 2010
Eventscorp is encouraging event organisers to apply for the second round of funding through the Government’s Regional Events Scheme.
This is designed to help regional events develop ...
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13 Aug 2010
Recent studies have shown that 64% of employees prefer to work for between 1 -3 organisations in their lifetime. Would your club be one of these?
ATI-Mirage presents ‘Workforce Evolut...
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12 Aug 2010
Check our Grants Recipients section (Members only) for ClubsWA club members who received up to $5000 per club from Woolworths Community Grant 2010.
New Grants are also available. Most of them are spo...
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12 Aug 2010
There have been changes to the Directors Policy on Juveniles on Licensed Premises.
Our Members Only section for Liquor Licensing provides you with updated policies from the Department of Racing Gamin...
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10 Aug 2010
The Service Bulletins are now updated, please click here. This is Members only section and you will be prompted for your club's username and password.
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10 Aug 2010
Wage Rates Booklet effective as of 1st July 2010 is now available online under Industrial Relations section. Please be advised that this is Members only section and you will be prompted for your club'...
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09 Aug 2010
Please check our latest e-Club Updates.
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30 Apr 2010
Please check our e-Club Updates for information on current events such as: increase on cigarettes tax, Anzac day public holiday Award Rates and more.
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30 Apr 2010
To see if you are eligible for a grant, please log into our Members site.Some of the new grants available are:Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Community Grants The Bayswater/Noranda Community Grants Program...
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30 Apr 2010
In a measured response to the spiralling fees levied by PPCA for its R1 Tariff for music in restaurants (including those in licensed clubs), Clubs WA via our national body ClubsAustralia has created a...
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14 Apr 2010
Clubs WA is offering one person between the ages of 16 and 22 the opportunity to walk the Kokoda Track as part of the Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge, a program now in its 6th year and sponsored by ...
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09 Apr 2010
Updated pricelists are now available for Carlton United Breweries, HLW and Pernod Ricard. These are special prices for ClubsWA members.To view these pricelists please log into our 'Members' site....
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31 Mar 2010
FotoFreo is a month long biennial festival of photography that showcases the work of Australian photographers alongside leading photographers from Asia, Europe and North America between March 2...
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31 Mar 2010
Blind Courage www.blindcourage.com is the idea of blind guitarist Lorin Nicholson and his brother john (who is also blind), and will see the brothers ride tandem bikes across Australia. The ride...
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24 Mar 2010
Clubs WA welcomes the Premier’s announcement yesterday to open natural disaster relief funding to those affected by the storms on Monday. The funding will be made available through the Wes...
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24 Mar 2010
Every day across the country, millions of Australians volunteer their time and energy to help others. They help out at local sporting clubs, they deliver meals on wheels and they also reach out to the...
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22 Mar 2010
The National Club News for February 2010 is now available. You would have received a copy in the March issue of the Clubs WA Service Bulletin.Alternatively, you may wish to visit our Members Only sect...
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16 Mar 2010
With Good Friday and Anzac Day approaching, licensees are reminded of their trading obligations under the Liquor Control Act 1988. Good Friday (April 2):Under section 98 of the Act, h...
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15 Mar 2010
Baseball WA is offering Clubs WA members a Free Family Pass Coupon into one finals game which will be held at the Baseball Park from 16th - 27th March 2010. Please visit http://c...
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15 Mar 2010
Have you been receiving all our publications and e-Club Updates?Please visit http://clubswa.com.au/clubs/ to update your contact details to ensure you are kept up-to-date with all Clubs WA commun...
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08 Mar 2010
Clubs WA has introduced some slight changes on course pricing as of 1st March 2010. We will now be offering a straight discount to club members, instead of the rebates, as long as your membership fees...
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08 Mar 2010
Clubs WA is hosting the Coroporate Golf Challenge in Albany alongside The Nationals WA on Friday, 26th March 2010. The event will be held at the Albany Golf Club and all club Presidents and...
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08 Mar 2010
Please note that the 2010 Awards for Excellence is now scheduled for Sunday, 16th May 2010 at 5.30pm. The event will be held at The Astral Ballroom in Burswood. Tickets will be made available in April...
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14 Dec 2009
Nominations are now open to all Clubs WA members for the 2010 Awards for Excellence. The 2010 Awards for Excellence is here! Nominations are now OPEN! All clubs should have recently receive...
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09 Dec 2009
Clubs WA, like our members, is very upset with the announcement that sees a massive annual fee hike for having a club licence. Clubs WA has called for a review of the new fee structure, which would in...
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09 Dec 2009
This week Clubs WA has launched a new interactive website, www.workbehindabar.com.au, where individuals can complete their SITHFAB009A - Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol course (RSA) onlin...
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10 Nov 2009
The first ever Telethon Mega Bingo will be held at Burswood Dome on Wednesday 18 November. Go along and show your support for Telethon, whilst enjoing a great night out. Plus, a brand new Holden Barin...
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28 Oct 2009
Recommended for leaders of non-profit organisations with limited financial management experience. The financial literacy online training course course is delivered totally online via the TAFE Vi...
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14 Oct 2009
A push by Australian record companies to make clubs, hotels, restaurants and cafes pay tens of millions of dollars more in fees charged to play music has backfired with clubs deciding to turn off musi...
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06 Oct 2009
Your school, childcare centre, sporting club or community group could win this 12-seat Commuter Bus from City Toyota, converted to LPG courtesy of Lovato Autogas. Anyone with a normal C-class licence ...
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21 Sep 2009
The Gosnells Football Club will be celebrating 100 years of community football in 2010.The club is in the process of updating its records and would like to hear from anyone who has knowledge of the ea...
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04 Sep 2009
The Australian Government's Broadband for Seniors initiative will see the installation of up to 2000 free internet kiosks installed over three years across the country.Forty-two kiosks are already ope...
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21 Aug 2009
Non-profit clubs who are supported by volunteers can apply for Australian Government grants of up to $5,000 to purchase equipment and cover the cost of petrol.$21 million will be distributed across Au...
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28 Jul 2009
Clubs WA has announced that 16 year old Sophie Smith from Bunbury will represent Western Australia as part of the 2009 Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge. The Kokoda Challenge is a program that of...
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22 May 2009
APPLICATIONS CLOSING SOON!It’s the opportunity of a lifetime, an all expenses paid trip to walk the entire 155km wartime trail that is the Kokoda Track. Clubs WA along with state club assoc...
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14 May 2009
National Volunteer Week (NVW) is the largest celebration of volunteers and volunteerism in Australia, and provides an opportunity to highlight the role of volunteers in our communities and to say than...
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23 Apr 2009
Clubs across Western Australia will be hosting ANZAC Day events to pay their respects to those who landed on Gallipoli shores in 1915. Over 30 dedicated RSL and Ex-Servicemen clubs will be holdin...
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21 Apr 2009
Royal Perth Yacht Club has been announced winner of the Clubs WA Large Club of the Year, and Lesmurdie Club the Small/Medium Club of the Year at the 2009 Clubs WA Awards for Excellence held ...
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02 Apr 2009
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18 Mar 2009
Clubs WA has today officially announced the finalists for this year’s Awards for Excellence evening to be held on Sunday, 19th April 2009.The awards night is to celebrate the achievements of clu...
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06 Mar 2009
Clubs throughout Australia were again quick off the mark to assist fellow Australians in a time of need. The total national contribution from clubs to the Red Cross and Salvation Army for the Victoria...
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06 Mar 2009
The Greens proposal to ban liquor industry sponsorship of not-for-profit local community clubs is “unaustralian” and completely unfounded. Clubs WA Executive Director, Peter Seaman sa...
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04 Mar 2009
Thank you to all clubs that have worked hard to submit their nominations for the 2009 Clubs WA Awards for Excellence. Judging is now well under way with the finalists due to be announced in late March...
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12 Feb 2009
Following the terrible fires in Victoria the Board of Management has decided to dedicate this coming week to raising funds for the victims of the firesAll proceeds from this Thursday’s Junior Pl...
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12 Feb 2009
The Board of Management and Members of the Pinjarra Golf Club have been deeply touched by the tragedy of the Victorian bush fires. The club is holding a fundraising Social Ambrose with all funds...
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11 Feb 2009
For details on how you can support the Clubs WA Victoria Bushfire Disaster Clubs Appeal please click here.
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09 Feb 2009
The latest WA Police figures on crime statistics indicating a 70 per cent increase in offences committed by young women is appalling and unacceptable. Recent statistics released by the WA P...
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09 Feb 2009
Clubs WA has today launched an appeal to raise money for the victims of the devastating bushfires that have raged the past few days across many parts of Victoria.
Clubs WA Executive Director Peter Se...
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05 Feb 2009
Small Business Solutions ® is a new Government initiative that offers low cost business mentoring to all small businesses, associations and clubs. A highly affordable rate of $350 for three hours ...
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12 Jan 2009
More than 7,200 community organisations across the country will benefit from $21 million in Australian Government funding for volunteer grants. The Volunteer Grants Program 2008 will support about 900...
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07 Jan 2009
Nominations are now open to all Clubs WA members for the 2009 Awards for Excellence. All clubs should have recently received their nomination pack, containing all the relevant information needed. This...
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06 Jan 2009
Effective the 1st January 2009, Clubs WA's training fees have changed to the following rates:Short Course in Liquor Licensing: $300 per personShort Course in Liquor Licensing (RSA already completed): ...
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20 Nov 2008
On 18 November, the Federal Government announced a $300 million program to build local community infrastructure in all of Australia's 565 local council areas.Funding will be delivered under the progra...
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20 Nov 2008
On 14 October 2008, the Federal Government announced a $10.4 billion Economic Security Strategy to strengthen the Australian economy and support Australian households. The Federal Government's one off...
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27 Oct 2008
National Club News is a ClubsAustralia Publication The Aussie SpiritClubs have a strong bond with our nation's wartime past.Our RSL clubs open their doors to new generations, building relationshi...
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15 Oct 2008
Over ten long days I was able to get a glimpse of the meaning behind the four words used to describe Aussie soldiers today and used to praise the diggers of the past - Courage, Sacrifice, Enduran...
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07 Oct 2008
Only pay $30.00 (save $10.00) if you register now for the AGM! Clubs WA's Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, 22nd October 2008 Join us for our AGM and an evening of fun-fille...
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22 Sep 2008
Unfortunately, as some of you may have noticed, the Clubs WA website was down last week due to technical issues.Clubs WA is pleased to announce that not only has the website been successfully restored...
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26 Aug 2008
Clubs WA is part of the national body ClubsAustralia that is represented in each state by individual state governing bodies. Together we represent 4,000 RSL, football, bowling, golf, ethnic, community...
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24 Jul 2008
Featuring an Interactive Workshop style seminar facilitation by professional MC Mr Allan Tranter.This annual seminar is well received by our members and has been a great success for the past six years...
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10 Jul 2008
On Thursday the 10th of July, interviews for The Kokoda Youth Leadership Clubs Challenge were held at The Celtic Club, West Perth. Our selection panel included State President of the RSL Mr William Ga...
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09 Jul 2008
Clubs WA officially closed applications for The Kokoda Youth Leadership Clubs Challenge on Sunday 6th July. Applicants will now be shortlisted and invited to attend an interview at The Celtic Club in ...
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13 Jun 2008
The search is on for 1 young Western Australian to walk the Kokoda Track in September this year.The Kokoda Youth Leadership Clubs Challenge will pay for 8 people from across Australia and between...
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13 May 2008
The Federal Government has announced that from 27 April 2008 there will be additional tax on Ready-To-Drinks (RTD’s).This includes mixed spirit products such as Bacardi Breezers, Jim Beam and Co...
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22 Apr 2008
Marmion Angling and Aquatic Club has been announced winner of the Clubs WA Metropolitan Club of the Year, and Pinjarra Golf Club the Regional Club of the Year at the 2008 Clubs WA Awards for Excellenc...
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11 Apr 2008
Since 2001, Clubs WA has run the Ace of Clubs group buying scheme through wholesaler Australian Liquor Marketers (ALM) and its subsidiary Harbottle On-Premise but we have become disenchanted with thei...
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18 Mar 2008
Clubs WA officially announced yesterday the finalists for this year's Awards for Excellence evening to be held on Sunday, 20th April 2008.The awards night is to celebrate the achievements of clubs thr...
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29 Feb 2008
Clubs WA is considering offering workshops to your members on the use of mobile phones, the internet and email. The workshops are part of the Telstra Connected Seniors Grants on offer in WA, and Clubs...
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25 Feb 2008
Thank you to all clubs that have worked hard to submit their nominations for the 2008 Clubs WA Awards for Excellence. Judging is now well under way with the finalists due to be announced in March.Alth...
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04 Feb 2008
Government grant monies extended to the City of Mandurah for works to relocate a roadway through the site occupied by the Mandurah Bowling Club for over 50 years will sound the death nell for the popu...
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07 Nov 2007
Western Australia's 930 licensed sporting and social clubs have become the unintended target of government liquor regulation and over 300 are currently looking to surrender their liquor licence. "...
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17 Oct 2007
From November 2007 all liquor licensees will begin to receive their annual fee invoices.This year signals a significant change to the way in which licensees will pay their fee. Invoices and payments w...
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27 Sep 2007
The recent reforms to the liquor legislation require licensees to satisfy certain requirements with respect to their Internet websites.The new section 113A of the Liquor Control Act provides that:&quo...
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27 Sep 2007
The new Liquor Control Act sets out a host of additional training requirements for staff employed in the sale or supply of liquor. All licensees, approved managers, supervisory and general staff ...
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27 Sep 2007
On 15 August 2007 Telstra launched a nationwide $3 million grants program called Telstra Connection Seniors, aimed at encouraging older Australian to use mobile and internet technology to improve comm...
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09 Sep 2007
The Australian Fair Pay Commission has handed down its second wage-setting decision to apply on or from 1 October 2007. The decision applies to employees who are covered by the Federal Industrial Rela...
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09 Sep 2007
Employers need to provide the Workplace Relations Fact Sheet to their existing employees before 20 October 2007. New employees hired after 20 July 2007 must get one within seven days of starting work.
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09 Sep 2007
A policy of the Director of Liquor Licensing on Approved Managers now clears up the confusion on ‘the phase in period’ which applies to existing licensees. The policy states that "As ...