We are incredibly proud to congratulate Sam Atukorala, CEO of the Ethnic
Council, on being awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM).
This prestigious honour recognises Sam’s outstanding service and longstanding
commitment to multicultural communities, advocacy, and inclusive
leadership. His dedication has made a meaningful and lasting impact on the
lives of many, strengthening community connections and amplifying diverse
voices across our region.
On behalf of the Ethnic Council, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and
sincere appreciation for your leadership, vision, and tireless service. This
recognition is truly well deserved.
SportsKey recently engaged in important discussions around talent identification and athlete pathways, with a strong focus on ensuring young people from multicultural and Indigenous backgrounds have equal opportunities to be identified, supported, and developed.
To support this commitment, SportsKey is pleased to invite young aspiring athletes and their families to attend a SportsKey Assessment Event, designed to identify talent in a transparent, inclusive, and evidence-based way.
The event will focus on young athletes from Pacific Islands, Asian, African, South American communities, as well as Indigenous backgrounds.
Event Details
Date:Saturday 7 February 2026 Venue: Notre Dame College Sports Stadium
Age Groups for the 2026 Season
Under 13 born 2013
Under 14 born 2012
Under 15 born 2011
Assessment Schedule
Girls 9.00 am to 12.00 pm
Boys 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm
Boys optional 4.30 pm to 5.30 pm
Small Games Expo in front of senior Carlton coaches and players
Please note that students will require a morning of school off to participate.
Parents and carers can register their children by scanning the QR code on the event flyer.
SportsKey’s overall aim is to reshape talent identification by promoting transparency and equity, while providing meaningful, science based insights directly to parents and carers.
Goulburn Valley Volleyball Association Inc are excited to share that early bird registrations for Shepp Revival 2026 are officially live!
Grab your team and lock in the discounted entry rate available only for a limited time. Join in for an incredible weekend of volleyball at Shepparton Sports Stadium.
This year is extra special: volleyball will be played on the show courts for the first time ever in a full whole-stadium volleyball takeover!
Whether you’re returning or joining in for the first time, GVVA Inc can’t wait to welcome you to an epic weekend of competition, energy, and community.
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Let’s make Shepp Revival 2026 the biggest one yet!
