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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28 May 2021: 26 Nov 2013. Kevin Sheedy AM. Biography. Kevin Sheedy AM is one of Australian sports most enduring figures.
6 Jul 2021: 29 Jul 2016. Various. More than 30 of Australia’s young basketballers put through a talent camp for US college coaches, a first at the AIS through Australia’s Winning Edge strategy.
27 Oct 2021: 12 Oct 2021. Eric Haakonssen, Senior Physiologist, Australian Cycling Team.
28 May 2021: 14 Dec 2017. Joshua Sear, Australian University Sport.
28 May 2021: 07 Jun 2016. Dr Marijke Welvaert, Statistician, University of Canberra/Australian Institute of Sport. ... In her role as statistician, she provides statistical advice and training to sport and exercise scientists.
28 May 2021: Biography. Dr Ian McCurdie is a sports physician based in London with extensive experience in high performance sport. ... He is currently a member of the medical team for the Wimbledon Tennis Championships & ATP World Tour Finals and a sports physician
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.
28 May 2021: This Conference, and its theme ‘The Next Steps to Global Sports Innovation’, is a reflection of the opportunity Australia has to be one of the world leaders in both sports product ... The Program features a range of Australian and international
28 May 2021: This Symposium was jointly presented by Sports Medicine Australia ACT and the Australian Institute of Sport.
28 May 2021: In March 2012, the Healthy Islands through Sport (HITS) forum was held in Brisbane. ... Representatives from all 14 Pacific Island countries signed an outcome statement which provides a regional platform for partnerships between Health and Sport