News
23 Dec 2021- ASC
Sports grants help more Australians get active
New programs encouraging Australians to run, play, skate, sail and ride are among those to receive funding through the second round of Sport Australia’s Participation Grant program.
22 Dec 2021- ASC
Paris funding enables sports to build on Tokyo success
The Australian Institute of Sport is committing $257 million dollars for the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games.
20 Dec 2021- ASC
Heading the Australian Sports Commission a dream role for Kieren Perkins
Following the announcement Kieren Perkins will be the next CEO of the ASC, ABC Grandstand spoke with the two-time Olympic champion to hear about his vision for sport in Australia.
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.