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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.

From injury to opportunity: South American becomes first female coach at local football club

11 MAR 2025

Adriana Urrunaga became the first female coach at Dynamo Football Club.

Dare to dream because anything is possible

07 MAR 2025

New York Liberty and Australian Opals head coach, Sandy Brondello encouraged young girls to dream big at our International Women's Day event.

Play Big: new women-led sports show

06 MAR 2025MEDIA

To mark International Women’s Day 2025, Broad Radio, in collaboration with the Office for Women in Sport and Recreation, is launching Play Big, a ground-breaking four-part sports series airing live from Saturday 15 March.

Engaging the next generation

04 MAR 2025

Announcing our expert panel for our free International Women's Day event on Wednesday 5 March.

Coverage of women's sport increased across 2023-24

28 FEB 2025

Coverage of women's sport in the media has increased throughout 2023-24 in comparison to previous years.

March Forward with us in 2025

20 FEB 2025

Register for our free online event this International Women's Day as we look at ways to engage the next generation of girls in sport and active recreation.

New public artworks commissioned to celebrate Victorian women

04 FEB 2025

The first of 6 artworks to be commissioned in the Victorian Women's Public Art Program for 2025 has been announced with, trailblazer Barbara Rae set to be honoured.

Empowering more women and girls as players and leaders in community sport

29 JAN 2025

Make a difference in the life of women and girls in community sport and active recreation by applying for our Community Activation Grants which are now open.

The Ashes

28 JAN 2025

Sport and live entertainment are crossing paths in the exciting four-day Ashes test between Australia and England.

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