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2011 August Locker Room
KiwiSport | GACU | Sport Summit | Project Interactive | Sport Leaders | Local Board Submissions | Cycling | GRx Community Groups | CEA | ActivAsian Sport Forum | Funskills | Active Families | FMS | Legacy Reports | Massey University Sport Excellence Awards
 Much of Harbour Sport‘s work is in the background. Whether it‘s providing Fundamental skills training for teachers in North Rodney schools, running a forum for Chinese in Northcote on engaging in sports, mentoring student coaches in secondary schools, helping a club developing a strategic plan or working with a school club partnership to support a KiwiSport project.So there are times when Harbour Sport needs to highlight the great work that we do. Recently Harbour Sport were named finalists in the EEO Trust Work and Life awards celebrating diversity in the workplace and the Westpac North Business awards—Not for Profit category. This is extremely pleasing as we are a work environment that believes in our values. Values should reflect the environment you work in and at Harbour Sport we believe in a hugely supportive work/life balance priority. Our staff model behaviours that are applauded by sport and we are proud to now be recognised in the wider business community. As an organisation who values volunteering, coaching and supporting community sport, Harbour Sport will continues to provide support to develop our sport sector and maintain a high standard of organizational and personal values.
It is Harbour Sport‘s intention that there will be up to twelve $3000 projects. The key difference is that these projects have a reduced application process and require no partner contribution. The ―Kick Start‖projects will be 100% contestable and will remain open until the funding has been allocated. Please click here to download the ―Everything You Need to Know About KiwiSport‖. These projects are still required to meet the underpinning KiwiSport principals of:
Harbour Sport has recently had to review all the current KiwiSport projects. To date Harbour Sport‘s investment in Kiwisport projects has seen over 6,500 hours of sport delivery to over 17,000 school-aged children. These figures will continue to grow as Harbour Sport has additional new projects that have yet to start being delivered in the community. Back to top . . .
I recently had the privilege of attending the NZ Equestrian Sport Coach Educators Conference at Massey University in Palmerston North. Talk about getting outside your comfort zone. The conference provided me with a number of surprises and great insights into the equestrian world. Having had no previous experience in the horse world I could not believe just how big and un-predictable these animals can be. A little like 8 and 9 year old boys I guess. I came away from the weekend with a whole new appreciation for the challenging and unique environment that equestrian coaches are faced with. Not only is it important for them to develop a quality coach-athlete relationship, on top of that add the constraint of building a rapport with an animal. In my role I am fortunate to attend a number of sport coaching conferences. The equestrian conference would have to be one of my highlights. I was so impressed with the innovation and the constant focus on continuous learning by the group of coach educators. The concept of experiential learning is that each learning experience or activity you have provides the platform to evaluate and assist you with further learning opportunities.Back to top . . .
Introduction for David Keelty
David comes to us from Sport Wanganui where he had great success as the Sport Development Advisor for the region. David brings a wealth of coaching experience and knowledge to the position and a great passion to see fellow community coaches up skilled and up lifted. David is driven towards success and has several goals. These goals include establishing a Harbour coaching club, which is a brand new GACU led approach to enable community coaches to collaborate with one another and share their coaching experiences and knowledge. Additionally, David will be working with community groups to recruit, train and retain quality coaches for the benefit of the Harbour region. Harbour Sport and GACU welcome David to the Harbour region and look forward to the positive impact that he will make on the coaching community.
The Sport Summit was held on June 8 with a purpose of Sport engagement in Council and Local Board process planning. The summit was the first opportunity after the change in structure of Auckland governance to discuss how we, as Sport Leaders and Community Leaders, determine new ways of working together. The goal was to discuss ways to benefit Sport and Recreation in our region. Attendees included key sport leaders in the community, Auckland Councilors from the North Harbour Region, Local Board Chairs and Board members, Auckland Council Sport and Recreation officers, Harbour Sport Board Members and Harbour Sport Staff. Issues in the region were discussed, with a focus toward finding what’s best for sport. Types of issues included, the way in which sub regional and regional planning occurs for sport under the new co-governance structure. What methods of communication would be best to ensure all parties receive and forward quality information? What management process should be put in place to make decisions for the region regarding sport and recreation? Toni-Maree Carnie, CEO of Harbour Sport said, “It isn’t beneficial to have Sports and Boards having to present a number of times to each other when there are critical issues that affect the whole of the sub region or several Sports”. The meeting proved to be positive for all parties involved. All agreed to contribute further to developing a model where each party can collaborate to solve sporting issues. The North Harbour region has always prided itself in being at the front of the pack. This forum and the process which will evolve is a further opportunity to demonstrate that sport is important in our community. Key community leaders see the importance and value of sport. Sport provides significant health and well being outcomes as well as social cohesiveness, social capital and economic benefits. New Zealanders love to play sport as it great fun. Our role is to ensure we all can. Click Here to view Harbour Sport Summit Summary Report.
Project InterACTIVE has been a 3 year project in the Beach Haven/Birkdale area. The project aims were:
The project included Professional Development opportunities for teachers, providing training in the delivery of Fundamental Movement Skills and sport specific skills. To complete the project a workshop was held in which all five schools attended a school sport development day. Participants included the principals and two teachers from each school who are responsible for the management and delivery of sport in their school. Participating schools were Kauri Park School, Beach Haven Primary, Birkenhead Primary, Birkdale North Primary and Verran Primary. The purpose of the one day workshop was firstly to develop a strategic sport plan for each school that linked to the schools strategic plan. Secondly to link the plan and sport and recreation to the school curriculum. It is envisaged that the learning’s from the workshop will see sport plans rolled out throughout schools in the region. Topics included:
All participants found the day very interesting and useful. Several of the schools have already started their consultation with staff and parents to evolve and develop their plan to meet their needs. The ultimate aim is to ensure a plan exists which allows our students to access sport and recreation easily. Issues of affordability, locality, quality of coaches and managers are critical to ensure all students have a chance to participate in sport and recreation. We need a plan to address these issues and provide all students with the chance to participate in a fun sporting experience. The next stage is the completion of the School Sport Plans in each school through final consultation with the community. Lastly to implement the yearly plans to meet the needs of the community and most importantly meet the needs of the students. Harbour Sport would like to see all schools implement a School Sport Plan and will provide support to do this. If you would like to develop School Sport Plans in your cluster or as an individual school, then please contact Renate Smith at youthsport@harboursport.co.nz
The Sport Leaders Workshop was held for Leaders in the Sports Community at Harbour Sport on Thursday 18th August. The focus for the workshop was developing public relations and media skills. This was presented by Gail King, Managing Director of Word Sense Ltd, an Auckland based company specialising in tender and proposal writing, corporate writing, and communication services. She is a qualified journalist with a successful background in sales, marketing, public relations and business. Topics covered in the Workshop included:
Participants reported back on the value and knowledge learned, and some of the hints to getting their articles into the media. Useful insights were gained on the process of getting releases into newspapers, linking with reporters, and the value of local magazines to promote your sport. Finally the types of topics that are most likely to create media interest. “I found the session very useful. It gave me some additional ideas on how to market and promote our activities to the community. I gained some useful facts on how newspaper and magazines publish the news. I will definitely use this knowledge in the future” – Mark Mayerhofler. Community Rugby Manager, Harbour Rugby. Other topics covered in the workshop included an update on the Harbour Sport Summit where leaders of sport met with Local Boards, Auckland Council to discuss the issues around the delivery of sport and co-governance. The meeting proved very successful with all parties agreeing the need to evolve collaborations between Harbour Sport, Regional Sports Organisations, Auckland Council and the Local Boards to ensure sport and recreation is easily accessible for the community. “We now need to ensure that sport and recreation can grow and develop with Local Board support and we have in place the processes and structures to make it happen in a timely, coordinated, efficient and effective manner,” said Toni-Maree Carnie, CEO, Harbour Sport. It was discussed in detail the role that North Harbour Sport Council (NHSC) can play within North Harbour and the sports community perception of their existence? It was agreed that there is a need to develop an effective communication strategy to relay key messages to the 23 RSO’s and 100,000 affiliated member on NHSC activities and outcomes. THE ROLE OF THE NHSC IS:
Harbour Sport’s Capability Team has been busy putting together informative submissions in support of the five Local Boards Draft Plans (Upper Harbour Local Board, Kaipatiki Local Board, Rodney Local Board, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and Hibiscus and Bays Local Board). Our intention is to create a unified voice for sport and recreation which will provide a streamlined communication link with all of the Local Boards. If you want to read the submissions in more detail you can visit our website: www.harboursport.co.nz. The key message we wanted the Local Boards to hear from the North Harbour Sport and Recreation sector is: Key Message:Research has shown that increasing community participation in organised sport and recreation contributes to social capital which acts as the social fabric that binds New Zealand communities. Sports clubs, community organisations, recreational parks and facilities are important conduits for developing social capital and are good indicator of community strength. The key benefits of increased social capital through community sport and recreation include:
The North Harbour Region has one of the fastest growing populations in New Zealand, with clear indications suggesting that growth will occur around existing town centres in areas such as Devonport-Takapuna, Kaipatiki, Rodney, Upper Harbour and Hibiscus and Bays. These factors need to be taken into consideration when developing effective community strategies around sport, recreation, parks and facilities in the region. Harbour Sport supports the key projects/initiatives outlined in the Local Board Plans and encourages the Local Board Members to consider the following when making the final decisions:
If you would like to talk to the Sport Capability Team about the Harbour Sport submission or would like to discuss any of your sports issues pertaining to local board please contact
Cycling is one of the fastest growing sports and recreational activities in New Zealand. SPARC's Activity Survey of adults (2007-2008) identified cycling as the 5th most popular physical activity in New Zealand. When comparing SPARC's two activity surveys (2000 and 2008) there has been an 81% increase in the numbers of people cycling. Growth has occurred across all age groups over 25 years of age. Encouragingly, cycling is also gaining increasing popularity in Auckland with a 13% rise in 2010 and a further 3% increase in 2011. Auckland Transport has just released the latest “snapshot” cycle counts undertaken in March 2011 which showed a 34% increase on Taharoto Road / Northcote Road, Takapuna. For further information: http://caa.org.nz/media/e-news/auckland-cycle-count-results-for-2011/
NEW MOUNTAIN BIKE TRACK NEAR ALBANYThe interest in cycling is enhanced by council developments in reserves such as the newly opened mountain bike track, suitable for children at Sanders Reserve in Paremoremo. Link for information: http://cyclingauckland.co.nz/front/2011/08/sanders-reserve-family-fun/
TELSTRACLEAR CHALLENGEYour Opportunity To Cycle Across The Harbour Bridge On December 11th 2011! Auckland now has an iconic cycle event! A unique course which involves riding over the Auckland Harbour Bridge and on the Northern Bus way. This event really is a ‘must do’ for any cyclist. Options for all ages and abilities: 110km/50km/15km/8km/2km For more information: http://www.telstraclearchallenge.co.nz/
BIKE-ON PROJECTBike-On is a very successful not-for-profit organisation that began in November 2009 at St Mary’s School in Hastings providing a specially designed track at the school to allow pupils to ride their bikes at school. Harbour Sport is working collaboratively with the 3 other Regional Sports Trusts in Auckland and Auckland Transport to support the development of Bike-On tracks in Auckland schools. If your school is interested in seeing more kids on bikes in your school then please contact Jay Martin For link to Bike-On website: http://www.bikeon.co.nz/about.html
BEACH HAVEN
NORTHCOTE
 NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPENHarbour Sport is proud to announce that nominations for the 2011 annual Massey University Harbour Sport Excellence Awards will open on Monday 29th August. The awards recognise exceptional performances, efforts and contribution to sport in the North Harbour region. Categories for the 2011 Harbour Sport Excellence Awards are:
Nominations will close on Friday 30th September 2011 at 5pm.Winners will be announced on Friday 18th November 2011 at the Massey University Harbour Sport Excellence Awards. The Awards evening will be held at North Harbour Stadium, Albany.
These awards will recognise significant effort and contribution to communities through individuals, groups and organisational activities that are aimed at increasing the quality and quantity of sport and recreation. This is an opportunity to acknowledge, thank and celebrate those unsung heroes in our community who often give their time to make our community a better place to live. Participating in sport and recreation makes us physically and mentally healthier; it benefits our families, nurtures self-esteem and strengthens our community. The categories are:
The Nominations will be open between 3rd and 31st of October 2011 and winners will be announced on the 11th of November 2011 More information will available from 3rd October 2011 at www.harboursport.co.nz
Harbour Sport’s ActivAsian team hosted the second Chinese Sport Forum on the 11th August 2011. The forum attracted around 100 people with at least 70 attending from the Chinese community on the North Shore and 30 from Regional Sport Organisations and aligned organisations. THE CHINESE SPORT FORUM WAS HELD WITH THE MAIN OBJECTIVES OF:
Harbour Sport was honoured to have The Hon Jonathan Coleman present at the forum to outline the importance for sports to engage the Chinese community. Royal Reed, Director and Lawyer of Prestige lawyers, also presented to the Regional Sport Organisations some pointers on connecting with the Chinese community. The panel provided the participants with interesting insights and shared their experiences in Ethnic engagement in sports.
Small group discussions then allowed the Chinese community to voice their ideas regarding Sport and Recreation. It also enabled sport organisations to identify a direction in engaging the Chinese community and subsequently grow their members and their sport. Harbour Sport would like to hear from any other Regional Sport Organisation or Clubs who would support in better engaging the Asian community in their sport. A full report on the Chinese Sport Forum will be available on the Harbour Sport website in a couple of weeks. www.harboursport.co.nz
Funskills is a free, after school physical activity programme for Year 1-3 students who have not been physically active or previously involved in sport. The programme is designed to develop important fundamental movement skills in young children which are essential to learn before they can master more complicated activities, games and sports. The first group of 2011 finished at the conclusion of Term 2. Now after the holidays, Funskills is ready to start again with more groups. We will be working with 2 schools this term: Manuka Primary School and Baywiew Primary School. Sadly Windy Ridge Primary School will be not involved in Funskills this term because the hall is being repaired. We are looking forward to starting and providing more fun and skills for the children.
GLENFIELD ACTIVE FAMILIESActive Families has a new and exciting session at Target Road Primary School, Glenfield. Working with children that are overweight, the goal of Active Families is to use the family as the agent of change and develop healthy lifestyle habits. As well as this, we emphasise the need to generate confidence for children to become more involved in sport and recreation. A free programme, families are encouraged to contact Jenny for further information.
Harbour Sport Support for Primary SchoolsDeveloping Fundamental Movement Skills at an early age is a key part of a child’s physical and mental development. Harbour Sport provides free support to the Primary School Sector, specifically in Sports, Physical Education and Fundamental Movement Skills. The services include:
Please feel free to contact Miguel Gallardo if you are interested in any of the above services or you would like to have more information.
MIGUEL GALLARDO
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AUT Research has shown that children in Project interACTIVE have had an 18% increase in physical activity levels during weekdays over the 3 year duration of the project. This is great news for the schools and community in Beach Haven and Birkdale where this vertical integration model has been implemented.
This model aligns educational organisations from Early Childhood Centres to Secondary Schools in delivering consistent messages about the benefits of physical activity, sport and recreation.
This project has also:
- Provided considerable professional development related to Fundamental Movement Skills and sport to teachers
- Brought together aligned organisations (e.g. Waitemata District Health Board, Harbour Health PHO, Travel Wise, In2It) to work in a collaborative manner in this community.
Harbour Sport has surveyed the pupils in the primary and intermediate schools regarding their participation in sport over the past year with many age groups indicating an increase in sports participation in school and through clubs.
LINK TO HARBOUR SPORT SURVEY REPORT:
Harbour Sport has completed a full Legacy Report including learning's and successes.
LINK TO LEGACY REPORT:
AUT is presenting the findings of their research on Wednesday 14th September, 3-5pm at AUT.
If you would like to attend please RSVP to Julia McPhee: julia.mcphee@aut.ac.nzPhone: (09) 921-9999 ext 7779
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