Practical support across movement, participation and community initiatives — including program design, funding, workshops, communication and delivery.
Great ideas are everywhere. Capacity isn’t.
Across education, sport and community organisations, good ideas can be hard to turn into sustainable impact.
That’s where Aussie Active Communities comes in.
Turning ideas into action
Aussie Active Communities helps education, sport and community organisations design, fund, grow and share meaningful initiatives.
We turn ideas into practical programs, partnerships, resources and outcomes that strengthen participation, wellbeing, learning and community connection.
Whether it’s a participation program, funding application, workshop, event, communication strategy or legacy initiative, we help organisations move from ideas to impact.
Who we work with
We partner with organisations committed to strengthening participation, wellbeing, learning and community connection including:
Schools & P&C Associations
Education Departments
Sporting Clubs, State & National Sporting Organisations
Community & Not-for-Profit Organisations
Universities & Research Partners
How we help
We help education, sport and community organisations turn ideas into action through practical programs, strategic support and community-focused initiatives.
Design Programs That People Want to Join
We help create engaging, inclusive and sustainable programs that increase participation, support wellbeing and strengthen community connections.
Explore Funding & Grow Capacity
Whether you're applying for a grant, creating a sponsorship request, preparing an award submission or developing other strategic documents, we help organisations present strong applications, build organisational capacity and clearly demonstrate their impact.
Build Skills, Confidence & Capability
Through workshops, facilitation, professional learning and collaborative events, we help staff, volunteers and leaders build the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to strengthen participation, wellbeing and community outcomes.
Share Your Story & Showcase Your Impact
We help organisations communicate their successes, celebrate achievements and connect with stakeholders through compelling content, resources and storytelling.
Strengthen Participation & Community Connections
From schools and sporting clubs to community organisations, we help grow participation, engage diverse audiences and build stronger, more connected communities.
Projects & Experience
Examples of consultancy projects, employment-based roles and volunteer leadership initiatives that have shaped the practical experience behind Aussie Active Communities.
100km Club
Founder and Program Lead (2014–current)
Founded and continue to lead the development of a school participation initiative that encourages students to be active through achievable distance goals, supporting wellbeing, engagement, confidence and readiness to learn.
Silver Salties
Program Design & Delivery Support (2019–2022)
Designed program framework and resources and supported the delivery of a national active ageing initiative helping older Australians improve physical activity, wellbeing and social connection through Surf Life Saving clubs across Australia.
Funding & Grant Support
Grant Writing & Funding Support (2020–current)
Supporting 50+ schools, sporting organisations and community groups to identify funding opportunities, secure grants and strengthen participation, facilities and community impact.
Cal 100 Fun Run
Community Event Coordinator (Volunteer Role), Caloundra State School P&C Association (2025-current)
Supporting the planning, promotion and delivery of an annual community participation event that brings together students, families, volunteers, sponsors and local organisations while encouraging physical activity, community connection and fundraising.
Sport for Thought
Program Manager (2020–2025)
Managed a school engagement initiative connecting secondary students with UniSC high-performance student athletes to build leadership skills and explore future education and career pathways.
Aussie Active Desks
Co-Founder (2016–2026)
Co-developed a standing desk initiative supporting more than 70 Australian schools to create more active, engaging and flexible learning environments.
Featured Initiative
100km Club
A proven school-based initiative helping children build lifelong active habits through fun, fitness and friendship.
100km Club supports students to run or walk toward a personal goal while building wellbeing, confidence and connection.
The model can also be adapted for sporting organisations and community settings.
✔ Simple to implement
✔ Inclusive and flexible
✔ Supports wellbeing, engagement and goal setting
✔ Builds positive community culture
Why organisations work with us
We combine practical experience across education, sport, physical activity and community engagement to help organisations turn good ideas into meaningful outcomes.
Our approach is collaborative, practical and grounded in real-world delivery - because sustainable impact requires more than good intentions.
It requires the right support.
Need help with:
✓ A grant application?
✓ An award submission?
✓ A participation program?
✓ A workshop or event?
✓ Growing community engagement?
Book a free 20-minute conversation or start the conversation today!
E: aussieactivecommunities@gmail.com M: 0405 121 240