SPORTS CLUBS
Not only do sports clubs help people stay active, they also help participants develop strong social bonds within the community.
The City of Vincent is home to over 25 sports clubs, with many who train and play on reserves deemed suitable for organised sports and activities (active reserves).
All sporting codes have recommended boundary clearance zones between pitches, with most codes requiring this clearance to be 3 metres. This is designed for player, spectator and bystander safety. With this mind we ask that you keep a distance of 3 metres from active players and sporting pitches in use.
Organised sport on dog exercise areas
While many active reserves are approved dog exercise areas, please note that dogs are not allowed off-leash while organised sport is in progress.
If you are walking your dog in one of these areas during organised sport, please keep it on a lead.
Local sports clubs
Click below to find out more about a sports club, including training locations.
Australian Rules Football
East Perth Football Club
Nicknamed the Royals, East Perth Football Club is a semi-professional club who entered the West Australian Football League (WAFL) in 1906.
Their home ground and club office is located at Sullivan Logistics Stadium (Leederville Oval), 246 Vincent Street Leederville.
Visit the East Perth Football Club website for more information about the club.
Subiaco Football Club
Nicknamed the Lions, East Perth Football Club is a semi-professional club who entered the West Australian Football League (WAFL) in 1901 and WAFL Women's (WAFLW) in 2019.
Their home ground and club office is located at Sullivan Logistics Stadium, 246 Vincent Street Leederville.
Subiaco Football Club also trains on Les Lilleyman Reserve. Dogs are not permitted off-leash at Les Lilleyman Reserve when it is booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view Les Lilleyman Reserve’s availability calendar to see when it has been booked.
Visit the Subiaco Football Club website for more information about the club.
Mt Hawthorn Cardinals Junior Football Club
Mt Hawthorn Cardinals Junior Football Club is an amateur junior sports team for boys and girls in pre-primary to Year 12.
The Cardinals home ground is Menzies Park in Mt Hawthorn. Their Auskick and older youth teams also train on Charles Veryard Reserve.
Dogs are not permitted off-leash on these reserves when they are booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view Menzies Park’s availability calendar and Charles Veryard’s availability calendar to see when they have been booked.
Visit the Cardinals website for more information about the club.
Soccer
Floreat Athena Football Club
Floreat Athena Football Club is a semi-professional soccer club in the National Premier Leagues Western Australia.
Established in 1951, Floreat Athena has a rich history in Vincent, particularly for our local Greek community.
Their home ground is Litis Stadium in Leederville.
They also train at the neighbouring Britannia Road Reserve. Dogs are not permitted off-leash at Britannia Road Reserve when it is booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view Britannia Road Reserve’s availability calendar on Spacetoco to see when it has been booked.
Visit the Floreat Athena Football Club website for more information about the club.
Perth Soccer Club
Perth Soccer Club is a semi-professional soccer club in the National Premier Leagues Western Australia. They have senior men, senior women, junior and social teams.
Established in 1948 as Perth Azzurri, the club was founded by Italian migrants from the WA Italian Club.
Their home ground and club office is located at Dorrien Gardens, 3 Lawley Street West Perth.
Perth Soccer Club also train on Beatty Park Reserve and Forrest Park.
Dogs are not permitted off-leash on these reserves when they are booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view Beatty Park Reserve’s availability calendar and Forrest Park’s availability calendar to see when they have been booked.
Visit the Perth Soccer Club website for more information about the club.
North Perth United Soccer Club
Formed in 1973, North Perth United Soccer Club is an amateur sports team playing in the Football West Sunday Premier League.
North Perth United Soccer Club train on Woodville Reserve. Dogs are not permitted off-leash at Woodville when it is booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view Woodville Reserve’s availability calendar to see when it has been booked.
Visit North Perth United Soccer Club’s Facebook page for more information.
Cricket
Leederville Cricket Club
Established in 1946, Leederville Cricket Club share their love of the sport with senior and junior members.
Leederville Cricket Club’s home ground is Britannia Road Reserve, but they also train on Les Lilleyman Reserve and Menzies Park.
Dogs are not permitted off-leash on these reserves when they are booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view their availability calendars to see when they have been booked.
Visit the Leederville Cricket Club website for more information about the club.
Leederville Mt Hawthorn Junior Cricket Club
Part of Leederville Cricket Club, the Leederville Mt Hawthorn Junior Cricket Club has boys teams from under 10 to under 17 and three teams for girls under 11, under 13 or under 15.
Their home ground is Britannia Road Reserve, but they also train on Les Lilleyman Reserve and Menzies Park.
Dogs are not permitted off-leash on these reserves when they are booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view their availability calendars to see when they have been booked.
Visit the Leederville Cricket Club website for more information about their juniors club.
North Perth Cricket Club
Established in 1948, the North Perth Cricket Club was formerly known as Tuart Hill Cricket Club.
North Perth Cricket Club train on Charles Veryard Reserve. Dogs are not permitted off-leash at Charles Veryard Reserve when it is booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view Charles Veryard Reserve’s availability calendar to see when it has been booked.
Visit the North Perth Cricket Club website for more information.
Wembley Districts Junior Cricket Club
Wembley Districts Junior Cricket Club offers cricket programs for children aged 5-17.
Wembley Districts Junior Cricket Club train on Forrest Park. Dogs are not permitted off-leash at Forrest Park when it is booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view Forrest Park’s availability calendar to see when it has been booked.
Visit Wembley Districts Junior Cricket Club’s Facebook page for more information.
Tennis
Leederville Tennis Club
Leederville Tennis Club welcomes players of all ages and abilities all year round.
Located at 139 Bourke Street Leederville, the club hosts organised social play as well as specialised coaching.
Visit the Leederville Tennis Club website for more information and membership enquiries.
North Perth Tennis Club
Established in 1913, North Perth Tennis Club welcomes new members and visitors.
Located at 10 Farmer Street North Perth, the club hosts organised social play as well as specialised coaching.
Visit the North Perth Tennis Club website for more information and membership enquiries.
Loton Park Tennis Club
Loton Park Tennis Club is an LGBTI-managed club welcoming anyone who is accepting of diversity.
Located on the corner of Lord Street and Bulwer Street Perth, the club hosts organised social play and events.
Visit the Loton Park Tennis Club website for more information and membership enquiries.
Robertson Park Tennis Centre
Managed by Tennis Central, Robertson Park Tennis Centre offers comprehensive tennis programs for players of all ages.
Located at Robertson Park, 176 Fitzgerald Street Perth, Tennis Central hosts organised social play as well as specialised coaching.
Visit the Tennis Central website for more information and coaching enquiries.
Aquatic sports
City of Perth Swimming Club
The City of Perth Swimming Club supports members in performing to the best of their abilities in an environment that is fun, fosters personal growth and encourages a strong sense of belonging.
Established in 1923, our swimming club benefits from the rich heritage as the oldest and most successful club in WA and caters for swimmers of all levels from the junior level through to the elite athlete and welcomes you to book a trial and come join our community, only 3km from the Perth CBD!
Training is provided by Formidable Strength & Conditioning, who provide tailored training programs for both competitive and non-competitive swimmers.
For more information about the club or to find out about membership, visit www.cityofperthswimmingclub.org
Beatty Park Masters Swimming Club
Established in 1978, the Beatty Park Masters Swimming Club help members improve their fitness and swimming technique.
The club regularly trains at Beatty Park Leisure Centre.
Visit the Beatty Park Masters Swimming Club website for more information and membership enquiries.
Perth Rainbow Swans Swimming Club
The Perth Rainbow Swans Swimming Club is Perth's premier LGBTQIA+ inclusive Masters swimming group and caters to both competitive and social/fitness focused swimmers.
The club trains regularly at Beatty Park Leisure Centre.
Visit the club's Instagram or email contact@perthrainbowswans.org for more information.
Beatty Park Bears Winter Swimming Club
Established in 1977, the Beatty Park Bears Winter Swimming Club train at Beatty Park Leisure Centre from April to October.
Visit the Beatty Park Bears Winter Swimming Club for more information and membership enquiries.
Phantoms Water Polo Club
Formed in 1987, Phantoms Water Polo Club has a number of juniors, seniors, Flippa Ball and Phun Ball teams that train at Beatty Park Leisure Centre.
Visit the Phantoms Water Polo Club website for more information and membership enquiries.
Triton Water Polo Club
Established in 1963, Triton Water Polo Club regularly train at Beatty Park Leisure Centre.
Visit the Triton Water Polo Club website for more information and membership enquiries.
West Coast Splash Synchronised Swimming Club
Formed in 2010, West Coast Splash Synchronised Swimming Club offer recreational, competitive and masters training sessions at Beatty Park Leisure Centre.
Visit the West Coast Splash Synchronised Swimming Club website for more information and membership enquiries.
Other sports
Modernians Hockey Club
Established in 1932, the Modernians Hockey Club welcomes players of all ages to join their competitive and social teams.
Modernians Hockey Club train on Charles Veryard Reserve. Dogs are not permitted off-leash at Charles Veryard Reserve when it is booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view Charles Veryard Reserve’s availability calendar to see when it has been booked.
Visit the Modernians Hockey Club website for more information.
Perth Rams Rugby Union Football Club
Founded in 2018, the Perth Rams Rugby Union Football Club are an inclusive club with predominantly LGBTQIA+ membership.
Visit the Perth Rams website for more information.
Vincent City Ducks Gridiron
Established in 2020, the Vincent City Ducks are a gridiron team based at Litis Stadium, Leederville.
Vincent City Ducks also train at the neighbouring Britannia Road Reserve. Dogs are not permitted off-leash at Britannia Road Reserve when it is booked for organised sports. To help you plan your next visit, view Britannia Road Reserve’s availability calendar on Spacetoco to see when it has been booked.
Visit the Vincent City Ducks Facebook page for more information.
North Perth Bowling Club
Established in 1907, North Perth Bowling Club offers memberships and casual games for people of all ages.
Located at 10 Farmer Street, North Perth, their headquarters has two grass greens and six rinks per green that can be booked for casual games and corporate groups.
Visit the North Perth Bowling Club website for more information and membership enquiries.
Forrest Park Croquet Club
Located at 66 Harold Street Mt Lawley, Forrest Park Croquet Club hosts social croquet play and tournament play, as well as members events and croquet parties.
Visit the Forrest Park Croquet Club website for more information.
More information
For more information please contact 08 9273 6034 or facilitybookings@vincent.wa.gov.au
KidSport
KidSport enables eligible Western Australian children aged 5 to18 years to participate in community sport and recreation by offering them financial assistance of up to $150 per calendar year towards club fees.
All Western Australian children aged 5 to 18 with a valid Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card are eligible for KidSport.
The fees will go directly to the sporting club through the City of Vincent.
What are the eligibility criteria?
- Applicants must be aged 5 to 18 years;
- Applicant must have a Health Care Card or Pension Concession Card;
- Applicant's primary place of residence must be in the Local Government Area they are applying.
What else?
Funding will cover the cost of fees to join the nominated sport or recreation club.
Maximum of up to $150 per child per calendar year, you can use this to join more than one club if you like.
No retrospective fees will be paid.
No limitations to number of applications per family as long as the criteria is met.
How to Apply?
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Currently KidSport can be applied for online.
KidSport applications are assessed by the local government in which the child resides. If an application is approved, the parents will receive a code (unique to the application) via email. The code needs to be provided to the club so that the approved amount can be deducted from the registration fees.
- Please contact Beatty Park Leisure Centre for further information by emailing reception.bp@vincent.wa.gov.au or calling 9273 6080.
For more details visit the Department of Sport & Recreation website.
Local Sporting Champions Program
Funding opportunity for young people via the Australian Sports Commission.
Young people find it difficult to meet the ongoing and significant costs associated with participation at sporting competitions, particularly those from regional areas.
The Local Sporting Champions program is an Australian Government initiative designed to provide financial assistance for young people aged 12-18 towards the cost of travel, accommodation, uniforms or equipment when competing, coaching or officiating at an official national sporting organisation (NSO) endorsed state, national or international sporting championships or a School Sport Australia state or national championships.
Application form
Local Sporting Champions Program - Individual Application
Who is eligible?
The Local Sporting Champions program is designed to support young people participating in state, national and international level sporting championships as either an athlete, coach or official.
In order to be eligible to apply for a Local Sporting Champions grant, young people must meet the following criteria:
- Be turning 12 to 18 years of age in the same calendar year as the nominated sporting championship.
- Be an Australian citizen or have been granted permanent resident status, residing in Australia.
- Be participating as an athlete, coach, umpire or referee in:
- an official state championships endorsed by the relevant Australian Sports Commission (ASC) recognised national sporting organisation (NSO), or
- an official state school sport championship endorsed by a School Sport Australia member body, or
- an official national championships endorsed by the relevant ASC recognised NSO, or
- a national school sport championships endorsed by School Sport Australia
- an international competition as a member of an official Australian team, endorsed by an ASC recognised NSO or School Sport Australia.
- Be living more than 125km from the championship venue, and travelling greater than 250km return to participate in the nominated championship.
- Must complete and submit application to the ASC prior to the nominated championship commencing.
- Must not have received a Local Sporting Champions grant for an application submitted in the same allocation year (1 March - 29 February).
- Must not have received $500 or more in federal government funding for the nominated championship.
- Must not be participating in a professional competition that involves prize money greater than $500.
Saved applications must be completed and submitted prior to the championship.
Additional resources
FAQ's
Factsheet
Eligibility Criteria
Terms and Conditions
School Sport Australia calendar of eligible events
List of Recognised National Sporting Organisations
Australian Electoral Commission
Further Information
If you require any further information, please contact the Australian Sports Commission or visit their website.
Australian Sports Commission
Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF)
The Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF) is a collaboration with the Department of Sport and Recreation (DSR) and provides assistance to community groups and local government authorities to develop basic infrastructure for sport and recreation.
The aim to increase participation in sport and recreation, with an emphasis on physical activity, through rational development of sustainable, good quality, well-designed and well-utilised facilities.
CSRFF grants
Small Grants
The total project cost must not exceed $200,000 (excl. GST). These projects must be completed in the financial year in which the grant is allocated.
Examples of small grant projects
- cricket pitch and practice wickets;
- small floodlighting projects;
- court resurfacing or upgrades;
- construction or upgrade to shade shelters
The next small grants round of CSRFF funding opens this Friday 1st February 2019 and closes on 29th March 2019.
Please remember that any applications must be discussed with the Department and with the Local Government prior to submission.
The Policy and Guidelines can be downloaded from the department’s website.
Annual Grants
The total project is between $200,001 and $500,000 (excl. GST). These projects must be completed in the financial year in which the grant is allocated.
Examples of annual grant projects
- upgrades to clubrooms/pavilions;
- large floodlighting projects;
- court or bowling green construction;
Application process and timelines for Annual Grants
| June |
| Advertisements in newspaper |
| Application forms available from the City of Vincent |
| August |
| Applications to be lodged at the City of Vincent by COB Wednesday 16 August 2017 |
| September |
| Applications are assessed by Officers from the City of Vincent |
| Report presented to Council advising of applications |
| Applications are lodged with the Department of Sport and Recreation by COB Friday 15 September 2017 |
| January/February |
| Successful/unsuccessful applicants notified by the Department of Sport and Recreation |
Forward Planning Grants
The total project is expected to exceed $500,000 (excl. GST). Grants given in this category may be allocated in one or a combination of the years in the triennium.
Examples of forward planning grant projects
- construction of large synthetic fields;
- playing field construction
- new or major upgrades to clubrooms
- large ablution block/change room
Application process and timelines
| June |
| Advertisements in newspaper |
| Application forms available from the City of Vincent |
| August |
| Applications to be lodged at the City of Vincent by COB Wednesday 16 August 2017 |
| September |
| Applications are assessed by Officers from the City of Vincent |
| Report presented to Council advising of applications |
| Applications are lodged with the Department of Sport and Recreation by COB Friday 15 September 2017 |
| January/February |
| Successful/unsuccessful applicants notified by the Department of Sport and Recreation |
Dates are subject to change, so it is recommended that you contact the City as early as possible to allow time to discuss and finalise your application. Applicants are also required to discuss their projects with DLGSC before final submissions.
Further Information
Contact the City at 9273 6000 or mail@vincent.wa.gov.au
Property Management Framework
The City has prepared a new Property Management Framework that will be used to guide future lease, licence and management agreements
Property Management Framework
Property Management Policy
Flowchart - Options for Clubs & Community Groups
Category One & Two FAQs
Our club has an expired lease. What does the PMF mean to our club?
Following endorsement of the PMF from Council, the City will commence discussions with community groups and sporting clubs that have leases which have expired and are currently in holding over.
Moving these groups onto a new lease under the PMF is the priority in order to provide them with secure tenure.
What if my club has a current lease but would like to change our lease and move over to the PMF?
The City of Vincent is happy to transition groups with current leases over to the PMF.
What if my club is happy with our current lease?
If your group has an existing lease that has not expired, you can choose to remain on this lease until its end date. This includes exercising the option for further terms, should they be part of your current lease.
At the expiration of each remaining group’s current lease or licence tenure, the City will work with them to transition them into the new PMF. All new leases moving forward will be in line with the PMF.
What if our club has not budgeted for the proposed increase in the tenancy fee and can’t afford to pay the additional amount?
If your club is in category one and two it will be required to pay an increased tenancy fee within a 4 year period from the commencement of the new lease or licence.
This will mean that an increase will occur annually at the rate of 25 per cent (of the difference between your current charge and the new change) until the new charge is reached.
Alternative leasing and licencing options may be available if your club is unable to transition to the new charging methodology within four years, such as sharing a facility or seasonal hire.
Why is the annual tenancy fee 10 per cent of the Gross Rental Value (GRV)?
The use of GRV is applied to all facilities as it provides a consistent methodology and it can be applied equitably to all clubs.
How is the Community Benefit calculated?
The annual Community Group and Sporting Club Health Check informs the calculation of the community benefit. A weighted matrix has been developed for assessing the community benefit subsidy. This matrix has criteria that determines the level of subsidy your club is eligible for. This criteria includes information relating to how your clubs is run, the membership fees you charge, the level of volunteer commitment, links to the City’s Strategic Community Plan along with social and community benefits that your group provides.
Why is there a need to submit Community Groups and Sporting Club Health Checks on a regular basis?
The Health Checks enable the City to monitor the wellbeing of our clubs and to provide assistance to clubs where needed.
The City of Vincent is often approached by external parties such as government agencies, to provide information on clubs. We use the Health Checks to inform these external conversations and will advocate on behalf of your club where we can.
The City will also use the information provided in these Health Checks to determine the level of Community Benefit Subsidy that is applied to reducing your tenancy fees.
The City will regularly review the Health Check to ensure it is as simple to complete as possible.
How do I know what the maintenance responsibilities for the club are?
The PMF includes a detailed list of maintenance responsibilities for each category and provides clarity around responsibilities for both the group and the City. This list is attached to the PMF framework and will be distributed to all community groups, sporting clubs and organisations who hold a lease or licence.
What is capital renewal and do clubs pay for them?
The City is responsible for capital renewal and repairs, which relates to major structural elements of the building such as the roof or load bearing walls.
The City is also responsible for expenses incurred to restore the original function of the facility by replacing elements that have a life cycle shorter than planned for the entire facility. For example, replacing carpets.
What are capital upgrades and why should community groups and sporting clubs pay for them?
Capital upgrades refers to enhancements to the facility to provide a higher level of service and/or extend the original functionality or space. Capital upgrades extend the asset to cater for growth or to enable additional service levels. In plain terms, they are additions to the facility that are not like-forlike replacement, or extensions.
The City will be responsible for capital upgrades and capital expansion of all assets within the leased or licenced area for all Category One (1) and Category two (2) groups and will be considered as part of the City’s annual budget process. Should clubs and groups wish to upgrade their facilities outside of this process, the City will assist groups to apply for other sources of funding for example, Lotterywest Grants or State Government Funding.
Who is paying for the new leases or licences to be drafted?
The City will be drafting these documents in house and as such, there will be no additional costs placed on community groups or sporting clubs for the drafting of these agreements.
Where can I get more information?
The Community Partnerships team can provide additional information to specific groups and sporting clubs in Category One and Two. They can be contacted via email Community.partnerships@vincent.wa.gov.au or by calling 9273 6000.
For all organisation in Category Three and Four, Corporate Strategy and Governance can assist and can be contacted via email at mail@vincent.wa.gov.au or by calling 9273 6000.