Australia’s first social enterprise leisure management company, Collective Leisure, has been re-certified for a second time as a legitimate social enterprise through Social Traders’ world-leading framework - Building a more inclusive Australia.

Collective Leisure hosted Western Sydney Moving on 2nd June 2022. A free 3-hour virtual stakeholder event promoting a whole of system well-being approach to reduce physical inactivity in Western Sydney.

SECNA is a sector-led peak body that represent the interests of social enterprises across New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory.

‘Your challenges can be your biggest gift’ says David Burns, guest on the We Not Me podcast. As the co-founder of Collective Leisure, a social enterprise dedicated to improving community health through sport, David has sought challenges and found many gifts along the way as he has relentlessly harnessed all the diversity that the community can offer. This is extreme teamwork in action – and for good – so don’t miss it!

There are many definitions of a social enterprise but in general, the broad sense is that it’s a business that trades goods and services, is purpose and mission-focused, and puts at least half of its profits back to achieving its mission.

Social enterprises are not driven by the need to maximise profit for shareholders and owners. We are an innovative breed of businesses that exist to create an equitable and more sustainable world. Social enterprises provide a market solution to societal problems.

Collective Leisure Chief Executive, David Burns suggests that taking a systems approach and creating partnerships is “how we enable wellbeing without boundaries and is at the heart of how Collective Leisure operate.

“Thanks to the ATP Cup Legacy Fund we’ve partnered with SSMG, Tennis NSW, and South Eastern Sydney Local Health District to design to deliver the program.”

CEO David Burns was asked to speak on Spotlight - a radio program that throws the spotlight on important people and issues in Western Sydney.

The interview focused on the health crises and the alarming statistics of chronic disease of Australians such as obesity, mental health and heart disease etc.

Brisbane was excitedly announced as the winning bid by the International Olympic Committee in July this year to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2032.

Leveraging the Golden decade to reduce physical inactivity

Australia’s first social enterprise leisure management company, Collective Leisure, has been re-certified as a legitimate social enterprise through Social Traders’ world-leading framework - Building a more inclusive Australia.

Collective Leisure is run by a team dedicated in enabling well-being without boundaries and a mission to co-create programs that work for communities through a ‘systems’ approach.

It’s clear there are health inequalities in society which I have talked about previously, but one key statistic that still stands out for me is that one in two Australians have a lifestyle chronic disease.

Collective Leisure engaged to deliver an online well-being webinar for its members supporting the aquatic and recreation industry.

The ARI is excited to formally announce the commencement of our online webinars! The first one is scheduled for Thursday 16 September 2021 at 11:30am - 12:30pm. Click here to register.

David Burns, ARI Member, shares with us the Ironman Journey that shows how commitment and growth mindset helped him to believe and achieve when he was at breaking point.

The inclusion program aims to improve participation in physical activity, for all abilities children in the school holidays. Given COVID and the recent lockdown, there are now more barriers to people being physically active. It is more important than ever for children to be active and connected.

Collective Leisure in collaboration with Sport Inclusion Australia facilitated a 90-minute virtual think tank - Physical Activity and Sports for People with Disability NSW.

Collective Leisure in collaboration with Auburn Youth Centre, is delivering a sports mentoring program specifically for young adults aged between 18-25 from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. The project is designed to improve physical, mental and emotional well-being. It will also support participants’ growth and confidence by providing training and employment opportunities in the sport and leisure industry.

The awards showcase the outstanding work of the Community Sector across the greater Western Sydney region led by Western Sydney Community Forum (WSCF).

“This project will benefit members of the local community, providing valuable mental health support through tennis.”

“The ATP Cup brought tennis’s superstars to Sydney. The Fund builds on that legacy through projects that support facility upgrades and encourages participation across NSW,” Mr. Lee said.

What’s the purpose of Collective Leisure?

To enable ‘wellbeing without boundaries’. This means no matter who you are, where you’re from or what your background is, you should be able to access education, services and opportunities to enable your wellbeing and reach your potential.

We all understand the health benefits of sport and activity but despite our best efforts we have failed to distribute these benefits fairly. Leaving those with the greatest health needs most excluded.