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Blue Card Changes Keeping Kids Safe

Changes to the blue card system will affect Clubs where workers or volunteers require blue cards. From 31st August, when the new laws come in, everyone will need to have a blue card before they start work with kids.
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Discover Sailing in QLD 2020

It is exciting to note that QLD Discover Sailing Centres have started back on the Learn To Sail Programs including Tackers, Start Sailing, Start Crewing and OutThere Sailing as well as a few Discover Sailing Day opportunities.
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Club Coaching Programs – A membership retention and growth strategy.

The benefits of using coaching and mentoring are significant. Club coaching programs are both a member recruitment and a member retention strategy. It provides a means of connection, learning and belonging as well as pathways, if it is conducted in an efficient and productive manner. Pairing experienced coaches with up and coming sailors supports them in the environment and can give guidance on personal development for the future.
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What Is Happening With OutThere Sailing

The pilot year for the new OutThere Sailing program for teens was unfortunately disrupted by the pandemic, but fortunately gained enough traction nationally to confirm that it is a sustainable program for the future.
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Queensland COVID Safe Sailing – STAGE 3

From Friday 3rd July 2020 the Stage 3 requirements under the Queensland Government’s “Roadmap to easing Queensland’s restrictions - A step-down approach to COVID-19” will take effect. Australian Sailing welcomes these relaxations and thanks the Queensland Government for providing the framework.
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