Clearinghouse for Sport in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory | Government organisation

Clearinghouse for Sport

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Phone: +61 2 6214 1369

Address: Australian Institute of Sport 2617 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) The COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt and impact Australians and their communities. This topic provides an overview and ongoing monitoring of COVID-19 related information resources, policies, and guidelines developed across the Australian sport sector and internationally. It also collates emerging research investigating various short and long-term impacts on sport, physical activity behaviour and wellbeing during the current pandemic. Read the portfolio: https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au//coronavirus_dise

21.01.2022 Modified Sports Modified sports can take many forms but are generally designed to introduceor to be a more accessible version ofa sport. Programs may focus on children, mature-age participants, persons with disability, the time poor, or people looking for more social (less competitive) opportunities. Modified sports also help to develop general movement skills and basic techniques. Modified equipment and rules are used because of the developmental stage (age, physical size,... motor skill proficiency) of participants. Read more on the Clearinghouse for Sport: https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au/kb/modified-sports

19.01.2022 Volunteers in Sport An estimated 3 million Australians volunteer in the sport and active recreation sector each year. Volunteers contribute to the social and economic value of sport, especially at the community level. Many sports and sporting organisations would not be able to run without volunteers who fill many critical roles, including coach, official, manager, administrator, board and committee member. Volunteers also support major events, such as the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games. Read more: https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au//volunteers-in-sp

13.01.2022 The Clearinghouse for Sport has completed a major update of its website to further enhance its value to the Australian sporting sector. The Clearinghouse is the information and knowledge sharing platform for Australian sport, bringing together the country’s leading sport and active recreation agencies to share news, evidence and insights about sport, human performance, and physical activity. Find out more here: https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au/

10.01.2022 The latest AusPlay (national sport and physical activity participation survey) results and new insights, released on 30 October 2020

08.01.2022 What is Sport? Any definition of ‘sport’ can be contentious. In practical terms ‘sport’ has been operationally 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. Equally important, if a physical activity is ‘not sport’, what is it? And what relationship does it have to sport? Read more on the Clearinghouse for Sport: https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au//Sp/what_is_sport

04.01.2022 Australian Sport Policy Public policy in Australia is formulated by governments to communicate and deliver on a strategic intent. It guides decisions and government investment including support and financial assistance provided to individuals, organisations, and other community groups. Australian sport policy reflects the value and importance our society places upon sport. It will often be leveraged byor integrated withobjectives beyond the sport sector including preventati...ve health and well-being; community and urban development; tourism and trade; and, international relations. Read more on the Clearinghouse for Sport: https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au//australian_sport

03.01.2022 Engaging Parents in Sport Parents have a unique opportunity to help their children develop life-long engagement and enjoyment with sport and physical activity. The behaviour of adult figures (coaches, teachers, extended family, etc.), as well as peers and siblings, play an important role in influencing a child's behaviour. However, parents are the enduring role models that their children use as a basis for their own development. Parents who actively enable their child’s sport and physical activity can offer encouragement and support financial, practical and psychological. This plays a significant role initiating and sustaining a child’s sports participation and positive mindset towards maintaining physical fitness through life. Read more on the Clearinghouse for Sport: https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au//engaging-parents

02.01.2022 Sport Participation in Australia Sport participation at all levels and abilities makes an important contribution to the amount of regular physical activity (PA) undertaken by Australians. There is now compelling evidence that increased levels of PA can bring wide-ranging health benefits for individuals and communities. These benefits can extend beyond physical health to include mental health and personal well-being. At a population level these benefits include reducing the co...st of the public health burden on governments and contributing to stronger and more cohesive communities. Read more on the Clearinghouse for Sport: https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au//sport_participat