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Episodes

Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
In this episode of the Sport Australia Podcast, we continue our series on the new Sport Governance Principles. Today, we turn our attention to Principle Three - The Gameplan, a clear vision that informs strategy. We are joined by Rob Scott, Chair of Rowing Australia and Managing Director and Chief Executive of Wesfarmers, who talks about the board's role overseeing the development of an organisation’s vision and strategy as well as determining what success looks like.
The Sport Governance Principles Series will continue speaking with special guests about their advice and experience with governance that’s applicable for all sporting organisations, large or small.
Read more about the episode at: https://www.sportaus.gov.au/governance/case-studies#rowing_australia and read about the Sports Governance Principles at https://www.sportaus.gov.au/governance

Wednesday Oct 14, 2020
Wednesday Oct 14, 2020
Episode 3 of the Sport Australia Podcast continues with our series on the new Sport Governance Principles. Today we are discussing ‘Principle 2: The Team; with Australian Sailing CEO, and President of Commonwealth Games Australia, Ben Houston. Ben discusses how sailing worked together to govern collaboratively and create alignment to maximise efficient use of resources and implement whole-of-sport plans for the sport.
He says the One Sailing project required building trust through communication and engagement which has helped deliver a more efficient model for staff, structures and processes.
The Sport Governance Principles Series will continue speaking with special guests about their advice and experience with governance that’s applicable for all sporting organisations, large or small.
Read more about the episode at: https://www.sportaus.gov.au/governance/case-studies#sailing_australia and read about the Sports Governance Principles at https://www.sportaus.gov.au/governance

Wednesday Sep 23, 2020
Wednesday Sep 23, 2020
The Sport Australia Podcast continues to bring the new Sport Governance Principles to life, this episode we’re speaking with three-time Olympic gold medallist and world champion swimmer Petria Thomas. The discussion focuses on Principle One - The Spirit of the Game where Petria discusses how an organisation’s culture and behaviours should be underpinned by values which are embedded in board decisions and actions.
Petria is Australia’s chef de mission for the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham and says ‘When you can feel comfortable in your environment is when you're going to get the best out of yourself’. Petria talks about how board members should role model the values they want the organisation.
The Sport Governance Principles Series will continue speaking with special guests about their advice and experience with governance that’s applicable for all sporting organisations, large or small.
Read more about the episode at: https://www.sportaus.gov.au/governance/case-studies#commonwealth_games_australia and read about the Sports Governance Principles at https://www.sportaus.gov.au/governance

Wednesday Sep 09, 2020
Wednesday Sep 09, 2020
Welcome to Sport Australia’s new podcast! We’re kicking off with a series that brings the new Sport Governance Principles to life, speaking with special guests about their advice and experience with governance that’s applicable for all sporting organisations, large or small. Joining us in this episode is Peggy O'Neal, President of Richmond Football Club in the AFL, who offers advice for aspiring board members, talks about the relationship between the board and CEO and gives her definition of good governance.
Read more about the episode at: https://www.sportaus.gov.au/governance/case-studies#richmond_football_clubAnd read about the Sports Governance Principles at https://www.sportaus.gov.au/governance

Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
The Sport Australia podcast team is here to help boost your sporting experiences. No matter what role you play, we talk participation, coaching, administration, officiating, volunteering and more. From grassroots to grand slams, our trusted experts share tips, tools and real life experiences so you can get results for you and your sport.