News
17 Dec 2021- ASC
Kieren Perkins to lead Australian sport
The Chair of the Australian Sports Commission Josephine Sukkar AM welcomes the appointment of Kieren Perkins OAM as its new Chief Executive Officer.
17 Dec 2021- ASC
Outgoing Paralympics Australia CEO joins ASC Board
Australian Sports Commission Chair Josephine Sukkar AM has welcomed the appointment of Lynne Anderson to the Board.
17 Dec 2021- ASC
Increased funding for Australia’s young athletes
Sport Australia's popular Local Sporting Champions program is expanding, along with additional support for young para athletes.
16 Dec 2021- ASC
Scholarships supporting athletes in sport, education and life
Thirty-seven athletes from 19 sports and 21 tertiary institutions have been awarded more than $100,000 in AIS Education Scholarships.
15 Dec 2021- ASC
Finalists announced for 2021 Sport Australia Media Awards
The Sport Australia Media Awards have been running since 2002 and recognise excellence in Australian sports journalism, broadcasting, production and photography.
13 Dec 2021- ASC
Study looks at how surfers save lives while staying active
We all know the benefits sport has on our physical and mental wellbeing, but a new study from the University of New South Wales and Surfing NSW is looking at how it can help save lives.
10 Dec 2021- ASC
Sports grant to improve water safety and help Aussies swim safely
The Australian Government is investing in swimming and water safety education, encouraging more teachers into the pool to strengthen skills and save lives.
09 Dec 2021- ASC
Hockeyroo changing the conversation about sleep through A.H. Beard partnership
Hockeyroo Sophie Taylor is on board as an athlete ambassador for the recently extended partnership between the AIS and A.H. Beard.
08 Dec 2021- ASC
Sports leaders headline new Director Education course
Sport Australia has launched a free online resource to support sporting directors and develop stronger sporting communities.
08 Dec 2021- ASC
Sport Australia welcomes Champions of Change report
Sport Australia congratulates the Champions of Change Coalition on the release of its 2021 Impact Report.
06 Dec 2021- ASC
Digital Athlete shaping up as future of sports technology
Griffith University biomechanical researchers have produced 'Digital Athlete' and it could be the ultimate coaching tool for elite sport.
03 Dec 2021- ASC
Paralympians share their stories on International Day of People with a Disability
On International Day of People with a Disability, Aussie Paralympians shared their personal experiences about how sport has empowered them.