Fair Access in Sport
What is fair access in sport?
We value our sporting community and the variety of sports that women and girls participate in within Port Phillip. We are committed and excited to further drive this participation by making sure that women and girls have access to the best courts, grounds and facilities, as well as access to convenient competition and training times.
Join the Women in Sport Network
Join the Women in Sport Network to stay connected, hear about opportunities, and be part of a growing community across Port Phillip.
Policy and Action Plan
This policy has been created to help make sport fairer for women and girls. It follows the Fair Access in Sport Policy Roadmap, which was developed by the Office for Women in Sport and Recreation, together with Sport and Recreation Victoria and VicHealth.
The policy shows our promise to support gender equality and inclusivity in sport.
The action plan explains what the Council and local sports clubs can do to collectively support this.
How clubs can support fair access
This is a self-assessment designed to help clubs reflect on how inclusive and equitable their practices are, especially around gender and access. It’s part of a broader effort to support fair participation in community sport. It’s the first action in the Fair Access in Sport Policy and Action Plan endorsed by Council in June 2024.
News and opportunities
Please check in here for any news or announcements relating to gender equality in sport.
Confident Communicators Masterclass with Carol Fox.
Confident Communicators Masterclass Launches Women in Sport Network
On Friday 22 May 2026, women from across Port Phillip’s sporting community gathered at the South Melbourne Life Saving Club for a day focused on confidence, communication and connection.
As part of the Women in Sport Network, the Confident Communicators Masterclass, delivered by Carol Fox, brought together 20 participants from a wide range of roles in local sport. Coaches, administrators, officials and club leaders came together, many already playing key leadership roles within their clubs.
Throughout the day, the group explored practical tools to strengthen communication and presence in sporting environments. Just as importantly, the session created space for participants to share experiences, reflect on challenges and connect with others navigating similar roles across different sports.
A strong sense of openness and support developed in the room, with participants engaging deeply and learning from one another as much as from the session content itself.
The Masterclass formed an important part of the ongoing development of the Women in Sport Network, supporting women’s participation and leadership across local sport.
If you’re interested in future opportunities through the Women in Sport Network, please sign up using our online form.
This opportunity is free, and funded with the support of Change Our Game. This session and the subsequent network that will be developed from this is in response toto the Fair Access in Sport Action Plan, specifically:
Action 1.11 Create opportunities for women to meet likeminded sporting/active women to network, collaborate or exercise together in the municipality.
Action 2.4 Create opportunities for women and girls to meet likeminded women to network, collaborate or participate in sport together.