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The Office of Sport is the lead NSW Government agency for sport and active recreation.

Our purpose is supporting all people, communities and organisations across NSW to enjoy and realise the benefits of participating in sport and active recreation.

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Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award

The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is a global youth development program, empowering young Australians aged 14-24 to explore their full potential regardless of their location or circumstance.
Duke of Ed Adventurous Journey

Child Safe Sport

The Office of Sport is committed to safeguarding children and young people in sport and recreation. We work with the sector, Office of the Children’s Guardian, Play by the Rules and other lead child safe agencies to help create child safe sport in NSW.

Play Her Way

The Play Her Way strategy affirms the NSW Government’s commitment to empower women and girls to have full access to opportunity and choice. Women and girls must be recognised for their contribution, valued for their diversity and able to participate in sport at all levels in environments that foster a strong sense of belonging.
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Funding available for innovative women’s sport projects

Ministerial Media Release

NSW sporting organisations can apply for their share of $500,000 funding for innovative initiatives that will increase participation in sport by women and girls, both on and off the field as part of the Minns Labor Governments Play Her Way Innovation Program.

10 Apr 2026

Eels and NSW Government team up for culture change

Ministerial Media Release

The NSW Government and Parramatta Eels have joined forces on a program aimed at preventing violence, improving mental health and promoting respectful behaviour in junior rugby league across western Sydney.

30 Mar 2026

Community Sport scores with $4.49 million investment

Ministerial Media Release

NSW community sport is the winner after the NSW Government awarded $4.49 million through the Local Sport Grant Program.

30 Mar 2026

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