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What can you do to recruit and retain more women officials?

16 APR 2025

Women officials can experience a number of barriers that stop them from being involved in sport. Check out ways you can help overcome those obstacles.

Aqua exercise making a splash in Casey

15 APR 2025

Casey Aquatic Centre became home to a group of women for 10 weeks last year as they immersed themselves in a new look water aerobics class.

Bridging cultures through football and family

11 APR 2025

Izzy Khoury shed a light on the similarities between footy and her Lebanese culture and the importance both aspects have on her life.

Webster named first woman as the Director of High Performance at VIS

10 APR 2025

Rebekah Webster is the first woman to be named the Director of High Performance for the VIS.

Championing Vovinam and Female Empowerment in Victoria

03 APR 2025

Amy Huynh never really cared much for Vovinam, a form of martial arts. But she quickly fell in love with the culture and physicality of the sport, finding it empowering.

On track of success: Sri Lankan women in sport are leading the way with mentorship

01 APR 2025

Anula Costa, a former Sri Lankan national long jump champion who has worked as a high-performance coach and official with Athletics Australia is leading the way in mentorship for the Sri Lankan community.

Iranian Bushwalkers: Breaking Barriers for Women, One Step at a Time

24 MAR 2025

Iranian Bushwalkers is working to encourage the women in their community to be more physically active, explore nature and to make more connections.

Play Big episode listing

23 MAR 2025

Catch up on Play Big and hear from established and up and coming women in sports media.

Creating welcoming spaces for girls

21 MAR 2025

Sport it about more than just winning and losing, it's about building community and creating safe, welcoming spaces for women and girls to play sport in.

Just like family: Building a table tennis community in the east

19 MAR 2025

With the closest table tennis club over an hour away, Lisa made her own in the eastern suburbs. The club now plays host to more than 200 participants.

The role of coaching and mentoring in engaging girls and young women

17 MAR 2025

Mentors and coaches are pivotal in the development of young women both on and off the field.

From India to Victoria: Women Making Their Mark on Cricket

13 MAR 2025

Cricket is helping to create a source of community and connection for many Indian immigrants in Victoria.

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