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Barriers broken for Para-athletes
More than 100 Para-athletes will continue chasing their dreams at upcoming summer and winter Paralympics with the backing of a critical funding boost from the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and Paralympics Australia.
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ASC and Australian Army strengthen ties
Kieren Perkins OAM has reinforced the Australian Sports Commission (ASC)’s partnership with the Department of Defence (Army).
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Aussies urged to find their place in sport as millions miss out
Australia is known as a sport loving nation, but when it comes to participating in organised sport, we’re spending more time on the bench than on the playing field.
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Paralympians and veteran join Play Well group to champion inclusion in sport
Military and Invictus Games alumnus Rachel Kerrigan says sport transformed her life – and she's committed to ensuring all Australians, particularly those with disability, have the same opportunity to experience its benefits.
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Opportunity for sporting organisations to boost gender equity
Sporting organisations looking to build stronger, more inclusive cultures are being encouraged to apply for the ASC's Women Leaders in Sport Executive Program.
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Australia unearths 346 future stars in historic talent search ahead of Brisbane 2032
Australia’s ambitious goal to pull off a record-breaking performance at Brisbane 2032 is gaining momentum, with 346 Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls uncovered through the nation’s largest-ever talent search.
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National research unit to strengthen sport participation through evidence and insight
A new national research unit has been established to build the evidence base needed to improve sport participation in Australia.
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Elite athletes team up with schools to inspire young problem solvers
Ten athletes are heading back to school to help young Australians tackle problems, think creatively and connect with sport.
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Getting kids on track for an active life
Helping more Australians develop their physical literacy – the movement skills, confidence and motivation required to be active for life - is at the heart of a new national action plan launched today.
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New leadership and voices join AIS Athlete Advisory Committee
The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Athlete Advisory Committee has had a fresh injection of experience, welcoming three new athlete representatives as well as two members of the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) Board.
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Have your say on the future of community sport infrastructure
Do you work in a sporting organisation, in local or state government and want to help shape the future of community sport infrastructure in Australia?
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Volunteers at the heart of Australian sport
The volunteers of Sydney 2000 had a significant impact on the Australian psyche.