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 Feb 2024: Women. Angie Ballard (Former). Lisa Corrigan (Former). Lisa McIntosh (Former) - Gold Women's 100m EAD. ... Women. Angie Ballard (Former). Amanda Fraser - Gold Discus F37; Silver Shot Put F37.
2 Jul 2024: There are many factors that can influence sports participation or non-participation.
2 Nov 2012: Inquiry into women in sport and recreation in Australia
22 Feb 2024: The ability to host successful major events signals competence and projects positive perceptions of Australia.
Gendered Online Harassment in Women’s Sport Survey. The research aims to examine the experience, impact and potential solutions to gendered online harassment experiences of professional and elite women’s sports ... Access/Audience:. Open. Date:. Title
16 May 2024: Research has identified a number of factors that either motivate or provide barriers to volunteer participation.
15 Feb 2024: Women. Michelle Gallen. Michelle Von Kotze. Coach. Ralph Richards. Commonwealth Long Course Records. ... Nicole Livingstone - Women's 200m Backstroke 2:10.52, Melbourne, Australia. Image gallery.
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