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Sydneysiders in the saddle as bike riders’ soar

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Record numbers of Sydneysiders are choosing to travel into the city on two wheels, with recorded bike trips in some locations up to six times higher than in 2010.   Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore attributed the increase to the expansion of cycling infrastructure throughout the city.   “Since 2007 we have delivered 25 kilometres … Continued

TALENT ALERT: Game over for fossil fuel sponsorships

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THE CLIMATE COUNCIL has launched a new voluntary Code for sports clubs and arts institutions to remove fossil fuel sponsorship from their uniforms, stadiums and events.    A number of spokespeople including athletes, academics and artists are available for comment:   Amy Steel, former Australian Diamonds netballer and climate change advocate said: “’Sport plays a … Continued

Game over for fossil fuel sponsorships: Climate Council launches new code urging arts, sports bosses to sign

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WEDNESDAY, 31 MAY 2023   THE CLIMATE COUNCIL has today launched a new voluntary Code for sports clubs and arts institutions to remove fossil fuel sponsorship from their uniforms, stadiums and events.    The Code has been developed with researchers from Edith Cowan University, in response to mounting pressure from athletes, artists, fans and punters.  … Continued

Footy carnival counters normalisation of sports betting

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More than 100 Victorians are expected to participate in Reclink Australia’s annual Love the Game carnival round, bringing together people experiencing disadvantage to play footy and build connections in a welcoming and supportive environment. ‘The Love the Game round gives players, coaches and fans an opportunity to appreciate the true value of sport, while raising … Continued

Committee getting grounding in VET with NRL

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The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Employment, Education and Training continues to hold public hearings for its inquiry into the perceptions and status of vocational education and training (VET). “The Committee is approaching the end of the public hearings for this inquiry,” said Ms Lisa Chesters MP, Committee Chair. “As part of today’s hearings, the Committee will hear … Continued

Opinion: We need to love the game, not the odds

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by CEO Shane Lucas Sport has always played an important role in shaping Australia’s cultural identity. Often the glue that holds a community together, sport unites people from different walks of life. It encourages teamwork, leadership, health and wellbeing and – perhaps most importantly – social interaction. And it is just plain fun. That was … Continued