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What Age Can Kids Start Sport in Australia?
Most junior sport programs start between ages three and five, but each code uses a different pathway. Compare Auskick, MiniRoos, Cricket Blast, NetSetGO and Hot Shots before choosing a local session.
How Community Sport Works in Australia: Clubs, Fees and Registration
New to community sport? Learn who runs local competitions, what registration fees cover, when to sign up and what to ask a club before paying.
Should Your Child Try Team Sport? What 189 Studies Say About Mental Health
When a child wants to quit a sport, parents often face the same question: try another solo activity, or switch to a team? A major 2026 Australian-led review of 189 studies offers one of the clearest answers yet. The evidence found organised sport supports children’s mental health overall, but team...
From Team Sports to Pickleball: How Our Relationship with Sport Changes Over a Lifetime
Sport in Australia is constantly evolving, and the way we stay active looks different at every stage of life. From childhood swimming lessons to the rise of casual fitness and social sports, new data from the latest AusPlay “Lifelong Involvement in Sport” report highlights how our habits, motivations and barriers...