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Sporting Club Grants Program closing soon
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- 26.03.26
The Department of Sport and Recreation Victoria Sporting Club Grants Program is closing soon
Footy is for Everyone: Statewide Junior All Abilities AFL Program
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- 19.03.26
Geelong’s first Junior All Abilities AFL Gala Day for 2026 brought together 5 schools and 100+ students, kicking off a […]
Celebrating Community Sport at Golden Plains Rec Fest
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- 16.03.26
Golden Plains Rec Fest brought the community together for a vibrant day celebrating local sport, connection and inclusion.
Building Stronger Hockey Pathways for Women and Girls in Torquay
- Date posted
- 10.03.26
Leisure Networks is proud to have supported the growth of the Torquay Tornadoes Hockey Club through a range of initiatives
Inclusion in Action: Final Weeks to Apply
- Date posted
- 09.02.26
Final weeks to apply Applications close February 26 Apply now.
Meet the Program: Level the Field Grants Are Now Open
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- 02.02.26
Meet the Program: Level the Field Grants Are Now Open
Leisure Networks Launches Peer Mentor Program to Support All Abilities Sport in the Barwon Region
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- 28.01.26
Leisure Networks is proud to launch its Disability Peer Mentor Workforce program, delivering on-the-ground support at All […]
Building Belonging: How Level the Field Supports Real Change
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- 27.01.26
True inclusion is more than accessibility, it’s about creating workplaces where everyone feels valued, respected, and able […]
Leisure Networks joins the Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race as Inclusion Partner
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- 23.01.26
Leisure Networks is proud to announce its role as the Inclusion Partner of the Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race
Championing Inclusion: Why Level the Field Matters
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- 15.01.26
Sport and active recreation play a vital role in communities across Victoria. Yet people with disability remain underrepresented […]
Volunteering That Makes a Difference: Leisure Networks and Feed Me Surf Coast Team Up
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- 13.01.26
Leisure Networks is excited to partner with Feed Me Surf Coast to offer a new community volunteering program that gives people […]
Level the Field Grants Announced Today
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- 08.01.26
Today, Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence announced the launch of the Level the Field grant program, marking a major […]
Glee’s Ways to be Wicked Concert Shines at Geelong Arts Centre
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- 16.12.25
Leisure Networks’ Glee program wrapped up 2025 with a dazzling concert, Ways to be Wicked, held at the Geelong Arts Centre.
A Celebration Where Everyone Belonged: Co-Design in Action at LN’s IDPwD Lunch
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- 08.12.25
“Everyone deserves a seat at the table.” Rhiannon Tracey’s words settled over the room and became the heartbeat of […]
Stronger Together: Key Moments from the Leisure Networks AGM
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- 01.12.25
A Turning Point Year: Leisure Networks AGM Marks Major Progress Leisure Networks’ Annual General Meeting brought together […]
Run4Geelong 2025: A Community Powered by Inclusion
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- 13.11.25
Run4Geelong 2025 brought our community together in the best possible way, with thousands of people running, walking, wheeling, […]
New Reset Zone Brings Inclusion to Run4Geelong 2025
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- 21.10.25
Leisure Networks will debut a brand-new Reset Zone at this year’s City of Greater Geelong Run4Geelong
Inclusive Swimming Program Empowers CALD Women in Barwon Region to Build Water Confidence
- Date posted
- 17.07.25
Leisure Networks, in partnership with Swimming Victoria and Northern Bay College Family Learning Centre, proudly launched […]
There’s No Parallel When It Comes to Wheelchair Sport
- Date posted
- 30.06.25
From the 1st of July 2025 Leisure Networks will be the new home of Geelong’s Parallel Sports
Game On for Inclusion: Clubs Unite to Celebrate Belonging
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- 13.06.25
AFL Barwon clubs are turning yellow in support of Inclusion Round — celebrating belonging, visibility and the power of […]
Celebrate Inclusion with us at our IDPWD Breakfast
- Date posted
- 12.11.24
This isn’t just a breakfast—it’s a chance to be part of a community committed to inclusion, accessibility, and empowerment.
Leisure Networks to share in $5 Million Grant to Drive All-Abilities Sports Initiatives
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- 16.10.24
Leisure Networks is thrilled to have been announced as one of two organisations to share in $5 million funding from the All […]
Serenity in the Stadium will be taking over the iconic GMHBA Stadium for World Mental Health Day 💙
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- 02.10.24
Leisure Networks is proud to be part of Geelong’s first Serenity in the Stadium, happening at GMHBA Stadium on Thursday, […]
Run4Geelong partners with Leisure Networks
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- 02.10.24
As a long-time champion of inclusion, Leisure Networks has been named as the official inclusion partner for this years run4geelong
Inclusion Round Announced
- Date posted
- 24.07.24
Leisure Networks, the official inclusion partner of AFL Barwon, is thrilled to announce the first-ever Inclusion Round, set […]
Power 2 Pedal Program expands thanks to Benefit Geelong
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- 11.07.24
Leisure Networks is proud to announce the expansion of their Power 2 Pedal program, thanks to generous support from Benefit […]
Girls Court a Whole new bALL game
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- 13.06.24
Leisure Networks together with Geelong United Basketball were thrilled to learn that their application for funding to the […]
Because getting support is just the beginning
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- 03.06.24
Our customers have always loved our art groups, so much so that we started a new all-day program for 2024. Hosted at the […]
How we help you manage your NDIS plan
- Date posted
- 29.05.24
To help you make the most of your NDIS plan, you’ll need to provide us with a copy. This gives us the information and detail […]
Understanding NDIS Plan Manager and Support Coordinator roles
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- 27.05.24
A NDIS Plan Manager or a Support Coordinator can assist NDIS participants in different ways. Understanding how to make the […]
Leisure Networks supports NDIA commitment
- Date posted
- 23.05.24
Leisure Networks supports NDIA commitment to making sure every dollar invested in the NDIS helps participants live their […]
Collaboration brings disability support plans to life
- Date posted
- 20.05.24
No one who works in the disability sector would ever say that Support Coordination was simple. It’s complicated. Which […]
Leisure Networks Proudly Supports Big Freeze Geelong DIY 2024
- Date posted
- 09.05.24
Disability support provider, Leisure Networks is thrilled to announce its continued support for the Big Freeze Geelong DIY […]
Nine News shine a light on Leisure Networks support for persons with disabilities
- Date posted
- 01.05.24
Offering support for persons with disabilities, Leisure Networks is proud to share this inspiring story of friendship and […]
Want speedier payments and reimbursements on your NDIS Plan?
- Date posted
- 27.04.24
Over the past few months, the NDIA has been implementing processes to reduce fraud and non-compliant behaviour in the NDIS. […]
Disability services & support organisation, Leisure Networks, transforms lives through sport
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- 15.04.24
Sport is a big part of all our lives and for Tyler, who lives with a disability, it’s been transformative. Supported […]
3 reasons why Leisure Networks is the best choice for your NDIS Plan Manager
- Date posted
- 09.04.24
Managing your NDIS funds can be daunting and time consuming. Thankfully the friendly NDIS Plan Managers at Leisure Networks […]
Support Coordination – the simple rewards of building trust
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- 25.03.24
Our Specialist Support Coordinators had quite the win recently. Kath’s been supporting a psychosocial specialist participant […]
Leisure Networks and Geelong United Basketball partnership announced
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- 19.03.24
Leisure Networks and Geelong United Basketball are pleased to announce a partnership that will deliver greater impact to […]
Luke Maher of Leisure Networks named Dulux Community Champion
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- 18.03.24
Luke Maher of Leisure Networks took the honour of being named Dulux Community Champion at the Geelong Cats vs St Kilda Round […]
Leisure Networks and AFL Barwon partnership announced
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- 14.03.24
Leisure Networks and AFL Barwon are pleased to announce a new partnership, with Leisure Networks recognised as “The Official […]
Free program strengthens school readiness
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- 13.03.24
Leisure Networks provides Mini Movers programs for free to children in the Geelong community thanks to support from the Anthony […]
Leisure Networks supports Kane “Mr Guitar” Whistance to perform at Geelong Disability Expo
- Date posted
- 19.02.24
Friday Feb 23, Kane “Mr Guitar” Whistance will take to the stage at the Geelong Disability Expo. Alongside his support […]
Leisure Networks new CEO excited by NDIS Review Recommendations
- Date posted
- 28.01.24
Just three days into the role of CEO at Leisure Networks, one of Geelong’s leading NDIS providers, David Meade found himself […]
Plan Management – why the personal touch is so important in
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- 29.11.23
Our NDIS plan management services are personalised to your special needs. Leisure Networks’ plan manager, Cindy, recently […]
Optus Outage Restored
- Date posted
- 08.11.23
8 November 2023 5pm We’re pleased to inform you that Optus mobile phone services have gradually been restored this afternoon. […]
Announcement of the 2023 Annual General Meeting of Leisure Networks Association
- Date posted
- 02.11.23
1 November 2023 Paul Chow, Chair Leisure Networks announced the 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Leisure Networks […]
Leisure Networks delivers more programs throughout Geelong thanks to support from the Anthony Costa Foundation
- Date posted
- 02.11.23
Thanks to a generous grant from the Anthony Costa Foundation, Leisure Networks is set to expand the positive impact of their […]
Leisure Networks and AFL Barwon named winners for Victorian Disability Sport & Recreation Awards
- Date posted
- 02.11.23
Tuesday October 5 Leisure Networks and AFL Barwon had the honour of being named Sport and Recreation Victoria Sport Initiative […]
Leisure Networks announces new CEO
- Date posted
- 26.10.23
Thursday 25th October, Leisure Networks announced the appointment of new CEO, David Meade. Hello everyone, It is my pleasure to […]
Leisure Networks launches Barwon Region All Abilities Basketball
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- 25.09.23
Following the success of the AFL Barwon Inclusion League and AAA netball in the region, with two teams heading for the State […]
Leisure Networks gets kids moving in partnership with Bellarine Community Health
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- 12.09.23
Leisure Networks is having fun bringing its very own Mini Movers program to children in Portarlington and St Leonards, thanks […]
Leisure Networks farewells outgoing CEO, Libby Mears
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- 21.08.23
Friday 18 Aug 2023 Leisure Networks farewelled Libby Mears, out going CEO after a decade of dedicated and inspiring leadership. […]
Leisure Networks Unites Geelong Schools for a day of inclusive fun
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- 21.06.23
Leisure Networks, a leading non-for-profit community organisation, become the connection in bringing five schools together […]
Supporting employment opportunities at Geelong Golf Club
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- 21.06.23
For the past four years, Geelong Golf Club have partnered with Leisure Networks to provide work experience opportunities […]
Leisure Networks supports Torquay’s Greatest Shave
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- 21.06.23
Compassion, beauty, community – just some of the words that came to mind when housemates Mon and Bel put their heads on […]
Work opportunities at Ghanda Clothing focus on ability, not disability
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- 16.05.23
Born on Victoria’s surfcoast, Ghanda Clothing is faithful to a grassroots philosophy that flows through their workplace […]
A game changer for Fair Access
- Date posted
- 29.03.23
Time for Fair Access is now. This is the message state government is sending to all Victorian councils. From July 2024, […]
All Abilities Netball just got more inclusive
- Date posted
- 29.03.23
All Abilities Netball just got more inclusive with the introduction of a low vision ball, to be used throughout the finals […]
Libby Mears announces her decision to resign her position as CEO, Leisure Networks
- Date posted
- 09.03.23
Wed 8th March, Libby Mears announced her decision to resign her position as CEO, Leisure Networks after 10 years with the […]
Connecting community through sport
- Date posted
- 19.12.22
Torquay resident Claire Osborne, saw the potential to develop a local Surf Coast Little Athletics club as she witnessed membership […]
Being successful at work
- Date posted
- 19.12.22
“I’m a big believer that when you’re passionate about what you do, you do a better job. So to be successful in your […]
Feeling Connected – Vicky’s Story
- Date posted
- 19.12.22
Vicky’s connection with Leisure Networks began more than eight years ago when she joined our Masterchef program with Bruce […]
Proud to work for Leisure Networks
- Date posted
- 13.12.22
Over the past seven years, Nat Nolan has been on a journey across the Leisure Networks organisation having worked in support […]
Leisure Networks helps create more opportunities in local AFL
- Date posted
- 01.12.22
MEDIA RELEASE 30 Nov 2022 For immediate release Media Release- Leisure Networks helps create more opportunities […]
Not just someone with a disability
- Date posted
- 30.11.22
“We’ve always been happy with what Leisure Networks have done for us,” says Rita, Alex’s sister. Alex has been with […]
Seven random Questions with Bel
- Date posted
- 28.11.22
To mark the International Day of People with Disability, we sat down with Bel, to get a bit of insight into her everyday […]
Scott Price – Accidental Advocate
- Date posted
- 24.11.22
“I am what you would call an advocate,” says Scott Price, who has been with Leisure Networks for many years and one of […]
Going for Gold!
- Date posted
- 04.11.22
When Charlie began attending the Inclusive Sports Training (IST) program every Saturday, his family knew this would have […]
Improving Mental Health Awareness in Community Sport
- Date posted
- 25.10.22
For the past two years, Leisure Networks has helped facilitate Tackle Your Feelings, a Mental Health initiative delivered […]
Bringing AFL home for everyone!
- Date posted
- 06.10.22
If there is one thing that characterised the feeling in the room at St Joseph’s Football Netball Club on Monday October […]
Creative connection with community
- Date posted
- 13.09.22
Thomas Hoffmann is creative guy. He enjoys doing art and being creative. On Fridays, he participates in the art group with […]
Giving sport a ‘fair go’ for every child, in every community
- Date posted
- 05.09.22
In partnership with Sports Integrity & Governance Partners (SIGPA), Leisure Networks has launched: ‘Safety in Sport […]
Adapting to the challenge – Newcomb Power All-Abilities Auskick
- Date posted
- 16.08.22
On the Wednesday afternoon of the first Newcomb Power All-Abilities Auskick session, Ollie’s mum Alicia rang the club’s […]
Luke & Sam helping the fight against MND
- Date posted
- 08.06.22
We were so proud to have Luke Maher and Sammy Moorfort represent Leisure Networks in the DIY Big Freeze event hosted […]
Leisure Networks are pleased to be partnering with the AFL to build a new education program
- Date posted
- 25.05.22
AFL Inclusive Clubs & Gender Equity Education Program, presented by BHP Leisure Networks are pleased to be partnering […]
Leisure Networks launches FPM portal
- Date posted
- 19.07.21
Leisure Networks launches their NEW Financial Plan Management Portal
NEW FPM Portal launching on July 19th.
- Date posted
- 12.07.21
The Countdown is on!! Leisure Networks will launch the NEW Financial Plan Management Portal on July 19th!
Financial Plan Management Update
- Date posted
- 29.06.21
Our team have been busy working behind the scenes to deliver an exciting new digital platform, as we look to continuously […]
The ugly truth of sideline fever
- Date posted
- 01.06.21
We all know the importance for parents and adults to model positive behaviour towards coaches and umpires at our children’s […]
Leisure Networks Update 17 May
- Date posted
- 17.05.21
It is 3 months since our full return post COVID so I am writing to you to let you know what has been happening at Leisure […]
Latest Updates from NDIA
- Date posted
- 26.02.21
he NDIA has reviewed all temporary COVID-19 measures to determine what is needed to safely deliver NDIS supports and services […]
Whittlesea Facility Activation Project
- Date posted
- 22.12.20
Whittlesea Facility Activation Project is offering 8 facilities available for community bookings (FREE of charge) as of now […]
Financial Plan Management Services Update
- Date posted
- 11.11.20
Leisure Networks prides itself on providing an excellent customer experience and efficient and effective processing of your […]
We Care About You campaign launched
- Date posted
- 19.08.20
Now more than ever when need to look after ourselves – As we enter into Lockdown 2.0 our priority at Leisure Networks is […]
Changes to the NDIS Price Guide from the Leisure Networks Team
- Date posted
- 16.07.20
Following the completion of the Annual Price Review to determine NDIS pricing arrangements for the 2020‒21 financial year, […]
LN Connect Podcast Trending
- Date posted
- 10.07.20
This podcast series will take our listeners through Leisure Networks journey impacting people in our community through programs […]
COVID-19 and Community Sport
- Date posted
- 22.04.20
The first of four online forums for sporting clubs across Metropolitan Melbourne was held last night to a 60 plus booked […]
Premiers Active April – Join Leisure Networks team and get active
- Date posted
- 08.04.20
It’s time to move more! It’s free to join! Premiers Active April is encouraging Victorians to be active every day. We […]
Leisure Networks appoints a wellness check coordinator
- Date posted
- 01.04.20
Leisure Networks appoints a Wellness Check Coordinator in response to COVID_19
Community-group programs and services are changing
- Date posted
- 23.03.20
With the latest announcements from the state and federal governments around COVID-19, I am updating you with the necessary […]
Leisure Networks adds new supports available immediately
- Date posted
- 19.03.20
Leisure Networks adds new supports available immediately in response to Coronavirus.
Meet an exceptional woman setting a new bar for success in business.
- Date posted
- 02.03.20
A massive congratulations to our awesome CEO Libby Mears being announced as a 2020 state finalist in the Telstra Business […]
Industry Insights into careers in the disability support sector
- Date posted
- 18.02.20
Industry insights into careers in the disability support sector kicked off yesterday with a full house hearing from our People […]
Libby named a Finalist for the Sports Administrator of the Year
- Date posted
- 17.12.19
Leisure Networks CEO Libby Mears was nominated, judged by a panel of leaders in the Victorian sporting community (including […]
Fiona receives change our game scholorship
- Date posted
- 10.12.19
Congratulations to Fiona Bennett who continues to advance her leadership learning and skills through the #changeourgame scholarship. […]
Customer Listening Room kicks off
- Date posted
- 21.10.19
Our first customer listening room kicked off where we had great conversations with our wonderful customers and families
Leisure Networks says thank you to our carers
- Date posted
- 21.10.19
Thank you to all our wonderful carers
On your bike: new projects open up sport to more Victorians
- Date posted
- 26.06.19
Children with autism will have the opportunity to learn how to safely ride bikes as part of a new VicHealth program aiming […]
MiniMovers gets the green light
- Date posted
- 26.06.19
Leisure Networks are so excited to be launching a new program focusing on physical literacy. The program “MiniMovers” kicks […]
Leisure Networks receives funding from Give Where You Live Foundation
- Date posted
- 19.06.19
Congratulations to Give Where You Live Foundation for distributing $1.3 million to 61 organisations at last nights Grants […]