You may be aware that the Committee of Management of PRAV has for some time been developing plans to facilitate the transformation of PRAV into a national organisation to be known as Play Australia and to develop an organisation which will accurately reflect our membership base, and provide services and support to the development of play across all states and territories within Australia.
PRAV has been in operation for 95 years, responding to changing needs within the many industry sectors involved in play. While PRAV is currently based in Victoria, there are a growing number of members from around Australia, which clearly demonstrates that the organisation needs to change its structure and plans to better service a national market. There is no equivalent organisation anywhere else in Australia, and the need is clear for PRAV to develop in such a way so as to support all of our members, and to better promote the development of play across the country.
Accordingly, the last Annual General Meeting unanimously approved the name change to Play Australia, and over recent weeks the Victorian Government’s Department of Consumer Affairs has indicated that the new name is now registered.
So, PRAV is now Play Australia, and over the next period of time, you will see the transformation take place.
We are hopeful of receiving funding to support a Project which will assist in the development of Play Australia in consulting with members and key agencies outside Victoria so that all of our members are connected and involved. All states and territories have indicated support for the development of Play Australia, and we are very enthusiastic about the potential to develop an organisation which is based on networks, support and quality advice and promotion in partnership with like-minded organisations across Australia.
If you have any queries about your membership please do not hesitate to contact Barbara on info@playaustralia.org.au
Best wishes
Barbara Champion
Executive Director