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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6 Jul 2021: It's about free play and sport sampling and ensuring appropriate, progressive and enjoyable sport participation across the lifespan – it’s all happening at the foundational levels!
28 May 2021: 18 Apr 2017. Prof. Damian Farrow, Professor of Sports Science VU and AIS. ... Professor Farrow, a world leading expert in skill acquisition and decision making in elite sport, has worked with coaches from a variety of both individual and team sports.
6 Jul 2021: 08 Nov 2016. Alen Stajcic, Matildas Coach. An interview with Matildas coach Alen Stajcic on the talent pathways for football.
28 May 2021: Share current & potential future HP sport system activities & projects. ... Opportunity for connection for the HP sport system Performance Nutrition network.
28 May 2021: 28 Mar 2017. Prof. Russell Hoye, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Development) & Director, La Trobe Sport. ... research, sport performance and participation, as well as industry collaboration for innovation in sport.
8 May 2024: Movement science forum. Gold Coast Sports & Leisure Centre, Gold Coast, Queensland. ... The forum aims to celebrate smart science and discuss how we identify and tackle impactful sport questions.
28 May 2021: 10 Sep 2012. Clare Humberstone [nee: Gough], University of Canberra / AIS. Synopsis. The amount of haemoglobin that an athlete has in their blood is a strong predictor of their aerobic power, and hence, their performance in endurance events.
8 May 2024: Movement Science Forum. Australian Institute of Sport, Canberra. The Movement Science Forum is an annual information sharing initiative for movement science specialists working within the Australian sport system.
18 Sep 2023: Prior to his time working on the Invictus Games, Michael spent 10 years with the Australian Paralympic Committee (APC), carrying out roles including Chief Executive Officer and General Manager, Sport. ... In 2020, Michael received the Order of Australia
28 May 2021: Synopsis. The correct management of concussion events in sport is vital to protect the short and long term wellbeing of participants at all levels.