29Dec07 Pétanque Federation Australia (PFA) is the peak administrative body of pétanque in Australia. Its membership is made up of an elected executive, representing more than 40 individual club affiliations across Australia. Its charter is to administer and promote the game in Australia according to the International Rules as set out by the Federation Internationale de Pétanque et Jeu Provencal (FIPJP).
There more than 1,200 registered pétanque players within Australia, playing in 47 affiliated clubs:- SA 8; Victoria 16; NSW 11; WA 6; Qld 5; Tas 1. Family members, social players and friends expand this sphere of influence to at least 7,000 individuals. PA endorses National competition, International competition and Interstate competitions together with a series of club and regional based events throughout the year.
Pétanque Australia membership form (pdf - 30Kb)
Pétanque Australia strategic plan 2005-2009 (pdf – 88Kb)
Pétanque Australia constitution Feb 2002 (pdf – 113Kb)
Pétanque Australia by-laws Nov 2002 (pdf – 74Kb)
Pétanque Australia coaching register May 2007 (pdf – 18Kb)
About Pétanque Federation Australia
To promote and foster the growth and development of petanque in New Zealand (read Australia), both as a recreational and competitive sport.
To act as the coordinating body for all the affiliated clubs througout Australia.
To maintain affiliation with the Federation Internationale de Petanque et Jeu Provencal (F.I.P.J.P.), the world governing body of petanque.
To assist with the provision of coaching to enhance player skills.
To ensure a consistent approach to the game of petanque.
To provide umpiring qualifications from club through to national level.
PFA Constitution (pdf -112kb)
PFA By-Laws (pdf - 68kb)
PFA Strategic Plan (pdf - 88kb)
01June08 Correspondence from Pétanque Federation of Australia (PFA)
PFA LICENCE FEES 2008 - 2009.pdf (14KB)
PFA MEMO NON-SANCTIONED TOURNAMENTS May 2008.pdf (14KB)
PFA FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS May 2008.pdf (16KB)
PFA Clearance Application April 2008.pdf (9KB)
Purpose
The primary purpose of the Pétanque Australia Ltd is to conduct and develop the sport of Pétanque throughout Australia in partnership with its member state associations.
Vision
Our vision is to remain committed to the highest standards for the conduct and development of the sport.
Mission
Our mission is to advance the conduct and development of Pétanque by:
• fostering international success
• growing participation and interest in the sport
Sports Principles
Fairness
Operating within the letter and spirit of the rules; never taking an unfair advantage, and making informed and honourable decisions on and off the field.
Safety
Encouraging healthy and safe choices; preventing and reporting dangerous behaviour; and demonstrating concern for other so that people can work and participate in an environment that is physically and emotionally safe.
Respect
Recognising and respecting the contribution various people in sport make, treating people with dignity, consideration and courtesy, respecting and taking care of the sporting environment, property and equipment and, winning with grace and losing with dignity.
Responsibility
Taking responsibility for one’s actions and being a positive role model on and off the field.
Values
Pétanque Australia Ltd believes the following values enhance the character of pétanque as an Australian sport:
Challenge, Citizenship, Compassion, Enjoyment, Equality, Friendship, Good Health, Inclusiveness, Integrity, & Loyalty,
Opportunity, Satisfaction, Success, Teamwork, & Trust.
The Pétanque Australia Executive is the ruling body for the game of Pétanque in Australia and is responsible for the governance of all matters pertaining to the game.
Board Members Contact details:
President
Andre Deramond, Bayside Petanque Club VIC
email: andre.13@bigpond.net.au
Secretary
Richard James Tarlinton, Camberwell Petanque Club VIC
email:richtarl@bigpond.net.au
Treasurer
Diane Elizabeth Yeomans, Bayside Petanque Club VIC
email:diyeomans@ozemail.com.au
Robin Anderson, Rockingham Petanque Club WA
email:jranders@biogpond.com
Vacant
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Postal Address: Pétanque Australia
PO Box 2258 Richmond South VIC 3121 Australia |
