News

12 Dec 2024

National talent search hailed huge success

Australia’s greatest talent search wrapped up last weekend and the results speak for themselves.

10 Dec 2024

Volunteering now a focal point for the sector

While this year was all about celebrating athlete's career accolades, it is also important to recognise those who were with them from the start: the volunteers.

09 Dec 2024

Ignite Program to light up Aussie athletes

The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and Deloitte Australia have today announced the launch of the Ignite Athlete Employment Program, designed to support and develop the athletic and professional ambitions of Australian Olympians and Paralympians.

09 Dec 2024

Australia’s Para Uplift begins in South Australia

The Australian Sports Commission has welcomed the announcement of the nation’s first Para-Sport Unit which was unveiled at the South Australian Sports Institute (SASI) at the weekend.

05 Dec 2024

All-abilities advocate Julie Keillor named Sport Volunteer of the Year

In celebration of International Volunteer Day, the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) congratulates 2024 Sport Volunteer of the Year Julie Keillor.

04 Dec 2024

Parker’s remarkable Paris performance celebrated at AIS Awards

Lauren Parker’s history making double gold in Para-cycling and Para-triathlon in Paris saw her claim two awards at the AIS Sport Performance Awards (ASPAs) at Centrepiece in Melbourne on Wednesday night.

03 Dec 2024

Four sport volunteers to be recognised on national stage

Four sport volunteers will journey to Melbourne to attend the 2024 AIS Sport Performance Awards on Wednesday December 4. Each one has been nominated as a Sport Volunteer of the Year Award finalist following a record 138 nominations.

02 Dec 2024

Accelerate Immersion Experience Grants continue career support for program alumni

When it comes to chasing career goals, Paralympian Meg Lemon believes getting your foot in the door is often the hardest part.

29 Nov 2024

ASC announces sweeping investment package for Australian sport

Athletes have been handed a golden start to their preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) unveiling record investment allocations for sports.

29 Nov 2024

EOIs open for Win Well Para Uplift Steering Group

Expressions of Interest are now open for the Win Well Para Uplift Steering Group, an advisory body to support the implementation of initiatives addressing barriers faced by Para athletes in Australian high performance sport.