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 May 2024: AusPlay Data Portal: Sport-related participation – frequency of participation, Australian Sports Commission, (accessed 29 June 2023). ... AusPlay Data Portal: Sport-related participation – non-playing roles, Australian Sports Commission, (accessed 29
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29 Nov 2023: Many volunteers have been recognised over the years for their contribution to sport and society.
25 Jun 2024: The benefits of regular sport and physical activity are numerous and supported by a broad body of research and evidence.
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25 Jan 2024: 11. An estimated 1,384,000 (39%) of Australian men [aged 55+] and 902,000 (23%) of Australian women [aged 55+] participated in a sport-related activity at least once a ... AusPlay Data Portal: Sport-related participation – frequency of participation,
4 Oct 2022: 18 Aug 2022. Aurelie Pankowiak. Free paper title: More women and girls play male-dominated sports but they “Keep advocating to be heard”.
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