EVENTS SPORT AND RECREATION SERVICES

Events, Sport and Recreation (ESR) is a dynamic, highly skilled and experienced business unit of Community Solutions Inc. specialising in the development of quality and innovative projects and services to support community, government, university and business organisations throughout Queensland, Australia and South East Asia.

Strategic Partners

ESR has formed a strategic partnership with Quad Park Corporation Pty Ltd, a 100 hectare event, sport and recreation precinct in Kawana Waters on the beautiful Sunshine Coast within 1 km of the Pacific Ocean. This precinct includes high quality heated aquatic facilities, 40 hectares of playing fields, skate park, international standard rowing and kayak course, recreation lake and a multi purpose stadium to be constructed by 2007.

In 2006/2007, Community Solutions Inc. and Quad Park Corporation Pty Ltd will be continuing to operate a comprehensive portfolio of services to assist local sporting groups, regional and national events and international sporting teams and training camps. Further details on this exciting initiative and the Quad Park precinct are available from www.quadpark.com.au.

Quality Services

ESR has demonstrated experience, skills and resources in:

• Project Management
• Sports Development, Marketing and Administration
• Training and Education
• School and Community Programs
• Resource Development
• Conference Management
• Sports Training Camps (for individuals, athletes and teams)
• Event Development and Management

"The quality and professionalism of Community Solutions Inc. in the conceptualisation and delivery of innovative projects and services is exceptional." Campbell Rose Chief Executive Western Bulldogs Football Club 2001 Goodwill Games Brisbane

Client List

ESR has provided quality services to:

Government

• Queensland Health
• Caloundra City Council
• Maroochy Shire Council
• Noosa Shire Council

Corporations

• 2001 Goodwill Games Brisbane Pty Ltd
• Royal Automotive Club of Queensland (RACQ)

Sporting Organisations

• Western Bulldogs AFL Football Club
• Singapore Sport
• Tasmanian Cricket Team
• Sunshine Coast Junior Rugby League
• 1 metre World Yacht Championships
• Carlton AFL Football Club
• Richmond AFL Football Club
• Dutch Women’s Water Polo Team
• Australian Women's Water Polo Team
• Australian Institute of Sport Swimming Team
• Kawana Junior and Senior Rugby League
• Kawana Rugby Union
• Kawana Touch Football Association

Universities

• University of Queensland
• Griffith University, Queensland
• Australian Catholic University, Brisbane
• Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane
• James Cook University, Cairns

Events and Projects

ESR has successfully developed and managed the following projects and events including:

Project Goodwill – 2001 Goodwill Games Brisbane

Project Goodwill was developed by the 2001 Goodwill Games Brisbane, supported by the Queensland State Government and managed by Community Solutions Inc. The aim of the project was to develop and implement a high profile school and community project that provided the opportunity for approximately 50,000 of Queensland’s young people to be inspired by the excitement and positive role models associated with the 2001 Goodwill Games. Launched by Queensland’s Premier, Mr Peter Beattie, on 14 June 2001, this unique project created an unprecedented response from more than 650 Queensland primary, secondary and special schools that applied and received 50,000 tickets to attend the Goodwill Games.

Sports Training Camps

Events, Sport and Recreation offers a range of servces to elite sports clubs and athletes to fully complement any sporting event, training camp, carnival or retreat conducted on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.

With resources, facilities and key community relationships suited to meeting the needs of individuals, small and large groups, as well as multiple groups (such as teams and groups attending events), ESR offers a streamlined management and coordination solution.

To ensure the desired outcomes of athlete and team camps are met, the organisational and administrative challenges involved in planning a visit to the Sunshine Coast are effectively managed by ESR in a cost effective, professional and time efficient manner.

Upon providing a summary of planned activities and desired outcomes, ESR can prepare a comprehensive proposal of professionally managed and cost effective services including:

• Accommodation services (including beachfront)
• Access to quality sport training facilities
• Meal bookings and arrangements
• Sports science testing
• Sports medicine

Western Bulldogs AFL Football Club Community Camp – Sunshine Coast (2003, 2004 and 2005)

Community Solutions Inc. has formed a productive association with the Melbourne based Western Bulldogs AFL Football Club in the areas of training, education, employment, sports administration and game development. In 2003, Community Solutions Inc. coordinated the Sunshine Coast Community Camp in February 2003 and ‘Bulldogs Big Day Out’ to coincide with the April game in Brisbane against the Brisbane Lions.

Quincy Quek - Singapore Golf- Intensive 5-week Training Camp (2004)

Quincy Quek is one of the best young amateur golfers in Singapore.  In November-December 2004, Quincy undertook a 5-week intensive training camp on the Sunshine Coast managed by Events, Sport and Recreation Services, Community Solutions Inc.

ESR coordinated all facets of Quincy's training camp including coaching, access to the Coolum PGA Championships, gym and personal training schedules, specialised coaching on the Gold Coast, tutoring, homestay and provided access to numerous cultural and lifestyle experiences.

Sports Development and Administration (2004 - 2006)

Events, Sport and Recreation Services provides Quad Park facility user groups and the local community with on-site administration, training and coordination support via full-time staff.   Events, Sport and Recreation Services will be supporting user groups to develop their membership and enhance the operation and promotion of individual codes through additional administration support.

In addition, visiting teams and major carnivals, events and shows will be targeted to utilise the quality Quad Park facilities and provide access for user groups and the local community to elite athletes, coaches and high standard events.  Under the direction of Quad Park, Events, Sport and Recreation Services will seek funding and partnership opportunities to upgrade facilities and provide additional amenities for athletes, coaches and spectators.

To date, ESR has been providing support to user groups in the following areas - compilation and submission of funding applications, creating newsletters, mailouts to members and sponsors, creation of game booklets, compiling game statistics and maintaining player record and databases.

Sunshine Coast Schoolies Week (1997-2006)

The Sunshine Coast Schoolies Week celebration is a highly successful community strategy enjoying the support of youth, parents, schools, media, accommodation providers and businesses, as well as local and state government departments. It is exclusively for youth aged between 16 and 18 years of age and provides safe, high quality, drug and alcohol free entertainment on every night during the Schoolies Week celebrations. It is coordinated by the Sunshine Coast Schoolies Week Taskforce, an extensive transport service and security strategy, the Sunshine Coast Street Angels and a 24 hour Safety Net Service for young people requiring care and support.

International Drug Education in Schools Conference – Noosa, Queensland (2003)

This Conference was attended by delegates from throughout Australia and other countries including Austria, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Belgium, Canada and USA. The conference consisted of a two day program of international speakers and a three day skills development workshop for school teachers and administrators.

Wide Bay Events, Sport and Recreation Conference (2002 and 2003)

The 2002 and 2003 Wide Bay Sports and Events Management Conference was held in Maryborough’s state of the art Brolga Theatre. As well as featuring valuable information for organisers of community festivals and events, the full day conference was an important professional development opportunity for sporting clubs, Councils, schools and students within the sports, leisure, recreation and event management sectors.

Alcohol Free Dance Parties – Sunshine Coast, Queensland (1997 - 2006)

In conjunction with the Wharf Tavern Mooloolaba, Community Solutions Inc. host 2-3 Alcohol-Free Dance Parties each year for 16-18 year olds. The aim of the Dance Parties is to allow students to access quality and safe entertainment in an alcohol and drug free environment and meet and interact with fellow students.

For further information please contact >

Shayne Will

esr@community-solutions.com.au

Phone + 61 7 5493 7211

Fax      + 61 7 5493 7244