the National Code of Practice for Tournament and Event Organisers
During 2005 the MAIA will be conducting a review the aforementioned Industry Codes.
The current Codes can be downloaded from the Publications and Forms Section of this site.
We are inviting submissions, comments and input from all industry participants on this matter.
We are happy to receive submissions until 1 May 2005
The review and subsequent upgrading of these codes will be managed by Mr. Kevin Blundell.
Kevin is a member of the MAIA Special Advisory Committee, he has extensive experience in the martial arts industry both as an instructor and tournament organiser, he is a Level Two NCAS accredited coach and has been employed by the NSW Department of Fair Trading for the last ten years.
Kevin can be contacted on 0418 640 298 or email
admin@kumiai-ryu.com.au
| Submissions can be sent via email or posted to |
| Kevin Blundell PO Box 9479 Port Macquarie 2444 |
Notice 2
Consultation with Martial Arts Industry on 'Reportable Conduct'
Recent changes to NSW legislation in the area of reportable conduct will have wide implications for the martial arts industry. Discussions with representatives from NSW Department of Tourism, Sport and Recreation have highlighted issues for the industry in the area of child protection, sexual assault, harassment and related conduct.
During 2005 the MAIA will commence an 'industry consultation' of reportable conduct in the martial arts industry in NSW. While based in NSW it may have national implications.
The review will firstly map the extent of this problem in the martial arts industry and then seek to set up mechanisms and procedures to identify and deal with these issues in our industry. The Women in Martial Arts Organisation has already indicated its support and co-operation in this project.
The outcomes of this project will be shared with all industry participants and stake-holders.
Information and or submissions can be directed to the MAIA at
Notice 3
Legal Services Project
During 2005 the MAIA will liaise with the Marsden Legal Group, Sportscover Australia, Aradlay Insurance and the broader martial arts industry to develop a legal work that documents all cases and judgements involving martial arts industry participants.
The nature of the case, what occurred and how these cases impact on the broader martial arts industry. This information will be compiled and made available to all industry stakeholders, State Governments and the ASC.
Information and/or submissions can be directed to the MAIA at
Notice 4
Aboriginal Martial Arts History Project
In 2005 the MAIA will commence a research project with a view towards publishing a book on the History and Nature of the various martial arts styles developed by the Australian Aborigine
The work will cover all aspects of this subject including the influence of the Chinese traders, on indigenous martial art development, in the 15th and 16th centuries.
The final work will be for mainstream distribution as well as schools, universities and libraries.
This project will be managed by special advisory committee member Alf Cocco
Information and/or submissions can be sent to Alf Cocco at
Notice 5
Garry is a professional safety investigator who carries out accident investigations in the rail transport and construction industries. He holds a number of tertiary qualifications in investigations, auditing and safety sciences. Garry is a member of the Australian Kung Fu (Wu Shu) Federation Inc and has over 30 years experience in martial arts training and coaching. Garry can be contacted via email on garry@maia.com.au
