News: Sport
Rugby Australia launches health check for community clubs
Rugby Australia’s has released a new national initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots rugby by helping clubs assess and enhance their off-field operations. The Community...
Jul 21, 2025
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Sport NZ releases roadmap charting how AI is revolutionising sport and recreation
Sport New Zealand has unveiled its landmark 'AI in Sport and Recreation 2025' report, mapping out the rapid transformation underway across the sector. Providing both real-world...
Jul 20, 2025
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Royal Life Saving Australia and Swimming Australia announce partnership to advance water safety and swimming participation
The Royal Life Saving Society - Australia and Swimming Australia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to unite their expertise and resources in a partnership aimed at...
Jul 20, 2025
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Touch Football Australia appoints James Sharp as General Manager, Growth & Innovation
Touch Football Australia has appointed James Sharp in the executive leadership role of General Manager, Growth & Innovation, with the appointment effective as of today. The...
Jul 20, 2025
Sport
Visa partners with AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026
A global leader in digital payments, Visa, has partnered with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ as its Official Global Supporter marking...
Jul 20, 2025
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Tasmania Football Club 'ready to work' with incoming Government
With uncertainty surrounding which party or parties will form the state's next Government following Saturday's election, the Tasmania Football Club has released a statement...
Jul 20, 2025
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Australian Sports Commission invites industry input for survey of community sport and recreation infrastructure
Currently developing a National Sport Infrastructure Action Plan, the Australian Sports Commission is inviting professionals working in sporting organisations, local and state...
Jul 20, 2025
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Winners announced for 2025 Women in Sport Photo Action Awards
The Women in Sport Photo Action Awards, presented at the Palangi Gallery in Sydney on 17th July saw NRLW defenders, VFLW scorpions and Super Netball giants secure the top...
Jul 20, 2025
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Queensland Government cuts size of Brisbane Games Organising Committee
Looking to streamline operations for the 2032 Games, the Queensland Government has announced a culling of members of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympic Organising...
Jul 19, 2025
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Thousands march in support of new Hobart stadium and Tasmanian AFL team
On the day of the latest Tasmanian state election, thousands of people have marched through Hobart in support of the proposed new harbourfront stadium and the new Tasmanian AFL...
Jul 19, 2025
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Redeveloped Lyttelton Recreation Grounds supports array of sports in Christchurch
Christchurch City Council has advised that the $2 million redevelopment of Lyttelton Recreation Grounds involved building a new change pavilion, upgrading the grass sports...
Jul 19, 2025
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All-weather community hub to support year-round healthy, active lifestyles in Katherine
The Northern Territory Government is investing $1 million to deliver a new all weather, multi-purpose facility at the Katherine Country Club, supporting year-round community...
Jul 18, 2025
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Port Melbourne Skatepark officially reopens delivering key recreational asset for City of Port Phillip
City of Port Phillip has advised that the Port Melbourne Skatepark officially reopened on 11th June in partnership with the Victorian Government with a vibrant community...
Jul 18, 2025
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Ticket sales underway for AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia
The countdown to the biggest celebration of women’s football in Asia has commenced with thousands of eager supporters jumping online to purchase tickets for the AFC Women’s...
Jul 18, 2025
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Australian Catholic University partners with Rugby Australia to explore code's performance and better understand data
A four-year partnership between Australian Catholic University (ACU) and Rugby Australia (RA) will deliver an in-depth exploration into the code's performance, health and...
Jul 18, 2025
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NBL's Perth Wildcats unveil new 'Believe and Belong' Strategy
Aiming to deepen connections with their fanbase while fostering initiatives that aim to unify the diverse Western Australian community, the NBL’s Perth Wildcats have announced a...
Jul 17, 2025
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Fabian Ross appointed as Basketball WA Chief Executive
Basketball Western Australia has appointed Fabian Ross as Chief Executive, on a full-time basis, following a brief period in an Interim capacity. The decision to appoint Ross...
Jul 17, 2025
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Santos Tour Down cycling festival returns with all 15 women’s WorldTeams on start line and new race route
The Santos Tour Down cycling festival returns to South Australia for 10 days from 16th - 25th January 2026 with for the first time in TDU history, all 15 women’s WorldTeams set...
Jul 17, 2025
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City of Casey champions inclusive sports via Sport4All Program
The City of Casey has spotlighted its push to make local sport more inclusive and is partnering with Get Skilled Access to employ an Inclusion Coach to implement the Sport4All...
Jul 16, 2025
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Albany artificial reef delivers new surfing site for locals and tourists
Albany’s Southern Ocean Surf Reef has officially opened delivering a new surfing site for locals and tourists. The artificial reef offers an accessible surfing site offshore...
Jul 16, 2025
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New wave of grants for sports clubs across Victoria
The Victorian Government has announced 827 grants for sports clubs across the state through the Sporting Club Grants Program totalling more than $1 million. The program provides...
Jul 16, 2025
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Works underway on new Jack Dyer Stand at Richmond FC’s home at Punt Road Oval
Works have commenced on transforming AFL’s Richmond FC’s home venue, Punt Road Oval, through a redevelopment that will deliver an elite training and administration facility...
Jul 16, 2025
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New IG Arena opens in Japan's Nagoya
IG Arena, a new multi-purpose sports and entertainment facility in the Japanese city of Nagoya, has opened to the public with the hosting of the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament....
Jul 15, 2025
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Penrith City Council secures second award for Gipps Street Recreation Precinct
Penrith City Council secured the Outdoor Sport and Leisure Facility Design Award announced at the 2025 Australian Sport, Recreation and Play Innovation Awards held as part of...
Jul 15, 2025
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