We work to maximise the health and economic benefits of sport in Australia. We also protect the integrity of sport, support elite athletes and help to bring major sporting events to Australia.
Our champion athletes win well to inspire and motivate Australians for generations to come.
The Office for Sport coordinates the Australian Government’s involvement in the bidding and hosting of major sporting events.
Sport is an important part of life in Australia. It improves our physical and mental health, benefits the economy, and helps to strengthen our national pride and international relationships.
Participating in sport and physical activity helps Australians to enjoy healthier, happier and more productive lives. It also helps to bring communities together and benefits the local economy. Find out what we’re doing to support community and elite sport in Australia.
The social media minimum age advertising campaign 'For The Good Of' launched on Sunday 19 October 2025.
The campaign raises awareness of the new law, which means social media platforms now need to take reasonable steps to prevent Australians under 16 from having a social media account.
More information can be found at esafety.gov.au/for-the-good-of.
Australia is standing for re-election to the ITU Council at the 2026 Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26) in Doha, Qatar in November 2026.
This research was conducted by the Social Research Centre
Major construction works across Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) are now complete, including a state-of-the-art terminal.
The new Thornlie-Cockburn Line and the elevated inner section of the Armadale Line have officially opened, giving communities in Perth's south-east world-class public transport.
