| Membership
Prospect Pétanque members range in age from four to 85, making our sport truly egalitarian.
At Prospect Pétanque we strive to achieve a balance between social pétanque and those preferring competitive play. We organise regular social days, along with visits to other clubs, wineries etc.
For more information, please feel free to contact one of our Club officials - their details are in the Contact Us section of this site.
To apply for membership at Prospect Pétanque, download, print and fill out this PDF membership form - or obtain a membership form from the club. Return details are at the bottom of the form.
Prospect Pétanque membership form [pdf-30KB]
ATTENTION! Pétanque Federation Australia licence renewal must be made before 30 June 2008 to avoid cancellation.
pfa_licence_fees_2008-2009 [pdf-14kb]
June 2008 - other PFA information of particular current relevance:-
pfa-memo_non_sanctioned_tournaments_may2008 [pdf-14kb]
pfa_frequentlly_asked_questions_may2008 [pdf-16kb]
pfa_clearance_application_april2008 [pdf- 9kb]
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]
Insurance
The Pétanque Federation Australia Board has taken out more extensive Insurance Cover for all Licensed Pétanque Players in Australia for the next 12 months.
The Insurance Policy is now with Calliden Limited. The Policy Number is SUA/000242, with cover from 7th December 2006 and until 7th December 2007.
Purpose
The primary purpose of the Pétanque Federation 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 p étanque 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 Federation 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
Danielle Marchand , Australian Mauritian Association
Petanque Section NSW
email:dmarchand@grantsstrata.com.au
Tim Whelan, Eastern Suburbs Petanque Club SA
email:timbluecottage@yahoo.com.au
Postal Address: Pétanque Federation Australia
PO Box 2258 Richmond South VIC 3121 Australia
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