Tennis Victoria’s Sustainable Regional Tennis Roadshow

Tennis Victoria is hitting the road to support volunteers, coaches, and clubs across Victoria, with the launch of the Sustainable Regional Tennis (SRT) Roadshow.

Building on the momentum of the SRT project, the Roadshow will deliver on and off-court upskilling opportunities with Tennis Victoria’s leaders in coaching, programs, advocacy and more, along with information on new and expanded participation programs. These include:

• Hot Shots Volunteer Delivered – building on the successful Community Play program.
• Cardio Volunteer Delivered – a new addition giving community volunteers flexibility to deliver Cardio sessions.

As part of the project’s investment, all new Victorian sign-ups will have their program fees covered in their first year, lowering barriers and ensuring volunteers are supported from day one.

The Roadshow is designed for new and existing volunteers, clubs, assistant coaches, young local leaders, and community champions, with coaches and schools also welcome.

Roadshow Locations & Dates:

• Inverloch – Sunday 26 October 2025

Tennis Victoria CEO, Kim Kachel said the Roadshow is another step in reshaping how volunteering in tennis is experienced and supported in Victoria:

"Through the Sustainable Regional Tennis project, we’re redefining what it means to volunteer. This Roadshow is about creating supported pathways for people to get involved in tennis whether as a coach, club volunteer, or community champion. By covering program fees, offering training, and backing volunteers every step of the way, we’re making sure regional tennis has the people and programs it needs to thrive."

The Sustainable Regional Tennis project has already delivered key outcomes, including the following recent updates as of Q4 FY24-25:

• Regional coaching coverage continues to grow: The percentage of affiliated regional clubs with a coach has increased from 31% to 41%, marking a significant step toward better access and support across the state.
• Professional development at scale: Over 200 deliverers participated in 30 regional workshops and courses, gaining valuable skills and insights to strengthen their local tennis communities.
• Regional Academy of Sport launched: The new program kicked off with a focus on developing young athletes – not just in performance, but in coaching and career pathways within tennis.
• Business Coaching Summit – regional voices represented: Leading regional coaching businesses attended the Business Coaching Summit in Brisbane, visiting top-tier venues and learning from industry-leading experts to bring fresh ideas and innovation back to their communities.

For further information please contact:

Samantha Day, Tennis Victoria, samantha.day@tennis.com.au or call 0466 629 370