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. 

About sport

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.

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Community sport

Community sport provides the opportunity for as many people as possible to participate in sport. We support community sport through grants and programs.

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Elite and high performance sport

Our champion athletes are role models and a major influence in our goal to be the world’s most active nation.

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How we support sport

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.

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Major sporting events

The Office for Sport coordinates the Australian Government’s involvement in the hosting of major sporting events.

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National Sport Strategy

Our new National Sport Strategy, Sport Horizon, sets the priorities for sport in Australia over the next decade.

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Our work related to sport

A list of our initiatives, programs, campaigns, reforms or reviews related to sport.

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Sport contacts

A list of contacts related to sport.

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Publications

Play Our Way Program Stream 2 Executed Grants

A list of organisations that will receive funding under the Play Our Way Program Stream 2: participation and equipment.

Play Our Way Program Stream 1 Executed Grants

A list of organisations that will receive funding under the Play Our Way Program Stream 1: facilities.

Play Our Way Program Grant Opportunity Guidelines

The guidelines organisations used to apply for a grant under the Play Our Way Program.

Beyond the Trophy – Impact of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ one year on

This report highlights the impact and ongoing key benefits that have come from Australia co-hosting the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™.

Major Sporting Events Legacy Framework

The Major Sporting Events Legacy Framework outlines why the Commonwealth supports major international sporting events of national significance in Australia. It also provides hosts with planning and funding application guidance for these events in the future.

Review of the Water and Snow Safety Program and the Surf Life Saving Australia Training Measure – Final report

This report includes findings from the review of the Water and Snow Safety Program (WSSP) and the Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) Training Measure. The review investigated the appropriateness, effectiveness, and efficiency of the WSSP and SLSA training measure from 2020–21 to 2023–24.

Driving Social Inclusion through Sport and Physical Activity Grant Program Grant Opportunity Guidelines

The guidelines organisations used to apply for a grant under the Driving Social Inclusion through Sport and Physical Activity Grant Program.

Sporting Schools Program Evaluation

This evaluation provides insight into the effectiveness of the Sporting Schools Program (SSP) and to understand if the program provides value for money.

Driving Social Inclusion through Sport and Physical Activity Grant Program successful applicants

A list of the successful applicants who will receive funding under the Driving Social Inclusion through Sport and Physical Activity Grant Program.

Driving Social Inclusion through Sport and Physical Activity Grant Program applicant feedback

This report provides general feedback for organisations who applied for the Driving Social Inclusion through Sport and Physical Activity Grant Program.