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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.
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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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National Swimming Trials to return to NSW

Ministerial Media Release

The 2026 Australian Swimming Trials and Australian Short Course Championships will return to NSW after the NSW Government struck a deal with Swimming Australia to host the events at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre next year.

17 Jul 2025

Multi-million dollar injection for community sport

Ministerial Media Release

The Minns Labor Government today announced that community sporting organisations can apply for up to $4.65 million following the opening of the Local Sport Grant Program.

30 Jun 2025

Teenage leaders to be champions for women’s and girls' sport

Ministerial Media Release

Eight teenage girls have the future of women’s and girls' sport in their hands following their selection to the Minns Labor Government’s first Teenage Advisory Committee, as part of the Play Her Way Strategy.

30 Jun 2025

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