News
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.
22 Nov 2021- ASC
Major milestone for MyGolf
Golf Australia’s MyGolf program has reached 50,000 participants through Sporting Schools since its inception in 2015.
17 Nov 2021- ASC
New Spectator Racism Guidelines launched
Sport Australia supports a new set of guidelines aimed at helping sports organisations prevent and respond to incidents of spectator racism.
15 Nov 2021- ASC
AIS Talent Program participants embrace ‘invaluable’ professional development
The AIS Talent Program has wrapped up for this year, with an impressive group of women in STEMM undertaking ground-breaking leadership programs.
15 Nov 2021- ASC
Grants boost puts athletes on pathway to podiums
The Australian Government with the AIS will deliver almost $44million in direct grants to athletes (dAIS) through to Paris 2024, supporting their longer-term medal prospects at Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games.
13 Nov 2021- ASC
AIS launches landmark study into pregnancy and sport
The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) has launched a major study into the impacts of pregnancy in high performance sport, with the research aiming to better support and increase career longevity for female athletes.