In Australia, women are under-represented in organised sport—as participants, coaches, officials, administrators, and board members—when compared to their male cohort. A variety of strategies exist to help equalise opportunities for girls and women, however, concerns continue on how gender bias may prevent them from receiving the full benefits sport and physical activity (PA) can offer.
Read moreIn practical terms ‘sport’ is defined by its social interpretation as well as its strong association with physical exertion and performance measures. What we perceive as ‘sport’ in one instance may not be in another; sport takes on many forms and is constantly changing based upon societal norms, trends, and new directions.
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14 Mar 2023: Lee. T., Human Kinetics, (2014). (held by Australian Sports Commission & Queensland Academy of Sport). ... Recently published sport science/sports medicine research from National Institute Network (NIN) researchers.
7 Mar 2024: An individual’s socio-economic status can impact on how, or if, they engage with sport or physical activity.
27 Jun 2024: Over the years, many sportspeople with disability have been recognised for their contribution to sport and society.
15 Mar 2023: Play for Purpose raffle to fundraise for grassroots sports, Sport Australia media release, (19 December 2018). ... Play for Purpose - The Sports and Charity Raffle, Sport Australia, (accessed 9 January 2019).
15 Mar 2023: Sport psychologists work with athletes, coaches, teams, and organisations across three broad domains:. ... Recently published sport science/sports medicine research from National Institute Network (NIN) researchers.
2 Jul 2024: Timeline. Wheelchair Sports Australia was established. Australian Cerebral Palsy Association was formed to cater for people with disabilities playing sport. ... The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) assumed responsibility for Government sports
14 Mar 2023: The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and Paralympics Australia support a number of athletes with a disability (AWD) who participate in a range of elite sports. ... Research. Recently published sport science/sports medicine research from National
9 Mar 2023: The aim of the conference was to promote the inter-disciplinary field of sport science and computer science in order to face challenging problems in sports and exercise sciences, supported by ... Spatio-temporal Analysis of Team Sports - Michael Horton
25 Jan 2024: Awards and honours help define, encourage and reinforce excellence.
8 Dec 2023: Many Australians from regional and remote towns have been recognised over the years for their contribution to sport and society.