July 19, 2024
Included in this edition of Rowing Tasmania's eNews:
- 2024-2025 regatta calendar released
- Location change for August State Camp
- Nominate now for Masters & Coastal Rowing working groups
- Annual awards: Nominate a volunteer or coach
- Call for Elected Director nominations
- Get behind the Rowsellas in Paris!
- Learning Life Through Sport program - join us!
- MPIO training workshops - Burnie, Launceston and Hobart
- Join our Community Business Register
Calendar changes for new season
The Board of Rowing Tasmania endorsed the 2024-2025 regatta calendar earlier this month.
The new season's calendar - view it here - includes several changes implemented by the Regatta Commission, based on feedback from our members.
One significant update is that we will host two same-day junior regattas in the North/North West and in the South of the state - one before Christmas and one in 2025. This change aims to reduce travel for our junior members and their families.
However, to successfully run two regattas simultaneously in different locations, we will need additional personnel resources. If we do not receive sufficient assistance, we may have to revert to a single combined regatta.
If you would like to assist and start to learn to be a boat race official please contact our General Manager Operations Sarah Black operations@rowingtasmania.com au
The Tasmanian Club Championship will now conclude the season, providing club athletes aiming for Australian Rowing Championships optimal timing to peak in performance for ARC at Lake Barrington in 2025.
Additionally, we are excited to announce the inclusion of an Indoor Rowing event in mid-September. Following the Olympics, we aim to engage our rowing community and attract new participants from gyms, surf life-saving clubs, and those interested in trying rowing for the first time.
More details on this event will be released soon.
Exciting times ahead for the 2024-2025 regatta season!
Call for Working Group nominations
Nominations are now open for individuals interested in joining Rowing Tasmania's Rowing Masters Working Group and Coastal Rowing Working Group.
The Rowing Masters Working Group is responsible for addressing the needs and interests of master rowers.
The Coastal Rowing Working Group is dedicated to the development and promotion of coastal rowing.
How to Nominate
Selection Process
All nominations will be reviewed by the Board and successful candidates will be notified by 30th July 2024. We are looking for individuals with a strong commitment to the sport, relevant experience, and a collaborative spirit.
Joining these groups is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the rowing community. We look forward to receiving your nominations and working together to advance our sport.
Rowing Tasmania AGM and Awards nominations
With the AGM and Awards Presentation Night fast approaching we are seeking nominations for Volunteer of the Year and Coach of the Year.
If you would like to nominate a volunteer or coach who has made a valuable contribution to our sport, please complete the nomination forms below. Nominations close 26th July 2024.
Volunteer of the Year Award Nomination Form Volunteer of the Year Award - Rowing Tasmania
Coach of the Year Award Nomination Form Coach of the Year Award - Rowing Tasmania
Call for Board nominations
As notified by e-communication to members on Tuesday, 16th July 2024, and on the RT website, the CEO of Rowing Tasmania has called for Elected Director Nominations, pursuant to clause 15.1 of the Rowing Tasmania Constitution 2019.
The Board of Rowing Tasmania has determined to continue meeting the Tasmanian Government's Women on Boards Strategy 2020-2025 by dedicating one of the two vacancies up for election to be for female nominees.
Click here for full details of the requirements and the 2024 Nomination Form
Get behind the Rowsellas!
The Australian Olympic Committee has selected a 37-strong team across nine boats to contest the 2024 Paris Olympics rowing regatta at the Vires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium in Paris - and among the rowers representing Australia is former Huon rower Sarah Hawe (TIS).
Do you have your Olympic rowing "watch party" ready to fire up in support of Sarah and her Rowsellas teammates?
The rowing schedule for Paris 2024 begins on July 27 with the men's single sculls heats (5pm AEST) and ends on August 3 with the women's 8+ medal race at 6.50pm and the men's 8+ medal race at 7.10pm (both times are AEST).
Click here for the link to the Paris 2024 rowing schedule.
Go Rowsellas!
MPIO Training Workshops
Active Tasmania is running Member Protection Information Officer Workshops across the State this month and invites interested club administrators, coaches and volunteers to register.
MPIOs advise members on their rights and can provide guidance on complaint procedures.
There are three steps to becoming a Play by the Rules recognised MPIO:
STEP 1: Complete the online MPIO training course through the Sport Integrity Australia eLearning: log in to the site
STEP 2: Complete the MPIO face to face delivered workshops (see dates below)
STEP 3: Register your nationally recognised accreditation with the MPIO Register
Workshop dates and venues (all sessions are from 6pm-9pm)
- BURNIE:
Monday 22 July @ Level 1, Harris Building, 51 Cattley St, Burnie. Register here
- LAUNCESTON:
Tuesday 23 July @ The Silverdome, Prospect. Register here
- HOBART:
Monday 29 July @ Glenorchy Football Club Function Centre, Anfield St, Glenorchy, and
Wednesday 31 July @ Glenorchy Football Club Function Centre, Anfield St, Glenorchy
To register for the Glenorchy events, contact Active Tasmania Project Officer Neil Connell, neil.connell@active.tas.gov.au
The Rowing Tasmania Community Business Register will be a dedicated section on our website where members can showcase their businesses. The initiative aims to create a platform for our rowing community to support one another in their professional endeavours.
If you are a business owner or an employee and would like to be part of this collaborative effort, we encourage you to complete the short form with details about your business, including the type of services offered and any special promotions or discounts you would like to extend to your fellow rowing enthusiasts.
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