Useful tools and resources to help clubs run smoothly and stay connected with the cue sports community in NSW.
SBNSW works with affiliated clubs and associations across the state to support good governance, safe environments, and strong club operations. On this page, you’ll find practical templates, policy links, and information on affiliating with SBNSW — all designed to make managing your club easier.
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Joining Snooker & Billiards NSW as a Club or Area Association Member gives you access to practical support and added visibility.
Online Exposure: Your club listed on our website, with promotion of your events across our channels.
Skill Development: Access to coaching and referee clinics for players and officials.
Representation: Nominate two Delegates to attend and vote at General Meetings.
Funding Opportunities: Be first to hear about relevant grants and support for your club.
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Game Plan is a free, online self-assessment tool from Sport Australia that helps clubs improve how they operate — whether you’re just getting started or have been around for years.
Key areas Game Plan covers:
Governance & leadership
Volunteer management
Planning & strategy
Financial management
Inclusion & safety
Environmental sustainability
Why use it?
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The Australian Sports Commission offers free courses and resources to help sporting organisations adopt strong, modern governance practices.
These learning tools are designed for leaders at all levels — from club committees to state bodies — and support good decision-making across the sport.Explore ASC Governance Education »
Play by the Rules offers free training, tools, and information to help everyone involved in sport — including administrators, coaches, players, parents, and spectators — create safe, inclusive and respectful environments.
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Play by the Rules can help you get up and running with some basic policies and guidelines your club should have.
It offers easy-to-use templates for things like codes of conduct, complaint procedures, and inclusion policies.Other Template Downloads:
Meeting Minutes & Agenda Template
Need something else specific? Reach out and we’ll try to help.
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A welcoming, inclusive club is key to the future of snooker and billiards in NSW. Clubs that actively create safe, supportive spaces for women, juniors, people with disability, LGBTQI+ individuals, and others from under-represented groups don’t just do the right thing — they also grow stronger, more vibrant communities.
So how can your club take real steps to improve inclusivity? Here’s a practical guide based on best practices from Sport NSW, Play by the Rules, and SBNSW’s own Participation and Equity strategies.
1. Start with Inclusive Leadership
Your committee sets the tone. SBNSW encourages clubs to:
Commit to gender equity and inclusion at board/committee level.
Include diverse voices in decision-making.
Review governance practices through a lens of equity.
2. Make Your Club Welcoming for All
Inclusivity begins with the basics:
Use inclusive, respectful language across your communications.
Show diverse representation in images and promotional materials.
Clearly state your club's values around fairness, safety, and inclusion.
Need help getting started? Play by the Rules offers templates and resources designed for clubs and committees.
3. Understand the Barriers — and Remove Them
From venue access to club culture, under-represented groups face real barriers. SBNSW’s Equitable Acces & Usage Policy highlights that:
Most venues are not currently designed with accessibility in mind.
Participation by women and juniors remains low without targeted support.
LGBTQI+ participants may feel excluded or unseen without active outreach.
Clubs can address this by:
Auditing physical access (ramps, lighting, bathrooms).
Offering flexible formats like shorter games or social comps.
Making dress codes, rules, and expectations clear and fair to all.
4. Involve and Empower Juniors
Juniors aren’t just the future — they’re part of the now. Give young players a voice in shaping club activities:
Ask for their feedback regularly.
Involve them in leadership through youth reps or mentoring programs.
Create safe, child-friendly spaces and follow child safe sport guidelines.
5. Support Participation for People with Disability
SBNSW’s Accessibility Strategy commits to growing disability snooker through pilot programs, venue partnerships, and “Come and Try” days. Clubs can support by:
Hosting or supporting inclusive events.
Ensuring online content follows accessibility standards.
Connecting with local disability service providers for co-promotion.
6. Promote and Celebrate Diversity
Inclusivity thrives in environments where everyone is seen and valued. Clubs can:
Share stories and achievements of diverse members through newsletters or social media.
Actively recruit female, LGBTQI+, and disabled players, administrators, coaches and referees.
7. Keep Learning — and Lead by Example
Clubs can stay on track by:
Encouraging committee members to complete free Sport Integrity Australia training.
Using SBNSW’s Gender Equity Policy, and Equitable Access Policy as roadmaps for action.
Seeking feedback regularly and acting on it with transparency.
Your Club’s Role in a Stronger Snooker & Billiards Community
Inclusivity doesn’t happen by accident — it takes commitment and care. But when clubs lead the way, the benefits are clear: stronger communities, deeper member engagement, and a sport that’s truly open to everyone.
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SBNSW is here to support your club — whether it’s your first season or your 50th.
