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Please find attached the Flyed concerning the last Level One Coaching Course being run by Qld Cricket.  All relevant information is in the flyer.

JOB TITLE:                                 Development Officer x 2 (Full Time)                 

REPORTS TO:                                        Board of Cricket Gold Coast      

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JOB SUMMARY

The Development Officer role is to provide support to a number of clubs in the Cricket Gold Coast competition.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Development Officer will be required to report on a regular basis to the executive committee of all the cricket clubs within their allocated cluster, as well as reporting to the board of Cricket Gold Coast.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Training and support to ensure long term sustainability through the development of management principles, strategic plans and a policy & procedure manual.
2. Facilitate training for volunteers in youth issues, health & nutrition and sports injury management.
3. Education and assistance to develop strategies to obtain grants and sponsorship and to identify other fundraising opportunities.
4. Identify and provide pathways for junior cricketers to progress into senior ranks, and to assist clubs to guide talented players to higher levels.
5. Facilitate the delivery Cricket Gold Coast, Queensland Cricket and Cricket Australia programs such as In 2 Cricket, The Spirit of Cricket and various coaching and education programs.
6. Liaise with the local council and provide assistance in targeting growth areas and strategies to recruit new players and volunteers to the sport.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive experience working with not-for-profit clubs or similar environment;

Excellent administration and communication skills, supported by previous experience or a tertiary degree;

Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Suite, and various internet based applications.

Proven ability to work in an autonomous environment;

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Working with Children Blue Card

Must have own vehicle and current drivers license.

Minimum Level 1 Cricket Australia Coaching Accreditation (Preferred but not essential)

All Applications are to be addressed to:-  The Secretary,  Bonnie Graham and either can be mailed to P.O. Box 214, RUNAWAY BAY, QLD.  4216 or emailed to eleventy8@bigpond.com

Application must be received no later than close of business on the 13th January, 2012.  Any queries please do not hesitate to call Bonnie Graham on 0427071689.

Cricket Gold Coast is pleased to announce the format of The Gabba Sporting Products Cup 1^st Grade Competition for 2011/12.  After calling for submissions for all clubs previously represented in the 1^st Grade Competition, the board has determined the 1^st Grade Competition for 2011/12 will be contested by the following eight clubs, and it is planned that all clubs will play each other in a two day and one day match.

• Alberton
• Broadbeach-Robina
• Mudgeeraba Nerang
• Palm Beach-Currumbin
• Queens
• Runaway Bay
• Southport-Labrador
• Surfers Paradise-Benowa

There has also been a promotion / relegation system implemented, where clubs who are not currently in 1^st grade have the chance to gain entry after a successful season in 2^nd grade.

The 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd grade competition will feature a mix of one and two day matches, with 1^st grade and 2^nd grade and the majority of 3^rd grade matches played on turf wickets,  4^th, 5^th and possibly 6^th grade, depending on team numbers, will be a one day competition played on synthetic wickets.

The season will kick off on Saturday 8^th October.

Please see attached for information regarding upcoming Level 1 Coaching Courses.

Downloads Page contains the enrolment form.

On Tuesday 31st May, all clubs met to discuss a proposal that has been developed regarding the format of the senior cricket competition for 2011/12.

The proposal is attached and all clubs are invited to review and provide feedback to the secretary of Cricket Gold Coast eleventy8@bigpond.com no later than 7th June.  Clubs are asked to provide solutions or alternatives to concerns raised and supply constructive criticism to help Cricket Gold Coast develop the best possible format for the coming season.

Congratulations to all teams who contested the grand finals this season, the following teams prevailed:

1st Grade: Palm Beach Currumbin
2nd Grade: Broadbeach Robina
3rd Grade: Southport Labrador
4th Grade: Queens
5th Grade: Surfers Paradise
6th Grade: Coomera Hope Island
Over 40's: Broadbach Robina

Under 17's: Palm Beach Currumbin
Under 15's: Mudgeeraba Nerang
Under 14's: Palm Beach Currumbin
Under 13's: Broadbeach Robina
Under 12's: Surfers Paradise Benowa

All information with regard to wet weather and ground availability/closures will appear below. 

Even on days of wet weather, if your ground is not mentioned below, please assume your ground is fit for play. A decision may then be made later that day by the captains/managers/upmires with regard to playabilitiy.

Seniors:
Please contact the coordinator Richard Griffiths on 0404-862-744.

PLEASE NOTE: DO NOT CALL FOR 4th OR 5th GRADE WASHOUTS - JUST ENTER THE RESULT IN MYCRICKET

Juniors:
Please contact the secretary Bonnie Graham on 0427-071-689.

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The following grounds, for Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th January 2012 have been called off: