Office of Sport - Hunter

Office of Sport - Hunter Working within the Hunter Region, the Office of Sport assists with funding, sport governance, region Welcome to the pages of the NSW Office of Sport.

You’ll find us online during business hours (9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday). We’ll do our best to respond to you within three business days. Questions which relate to a specific activity of the Office of Sport will be responded to. As a public service agency, we’re unable to respond to political commentary. For COVID-19 updates and questions please visit the NSW Government website: https://www.nsw.g

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The Office of Sport’s social media channels are places that are respectful, reliable, relevant and safe. We may hide or delete posts that moderators consider to be:

Abusive, offensive or unlawful - harassment or provoking other community members, swearing, derogatory of offensive language and expression of views that are racist, xenophobic, sexist, homophobic, transphobic or sexually explicit are not acceptable. Defamatory comments or posts that violate laws regarding privacy will be removed. Political in nature - this is a forum to discuss policies, initiatives and programs delivered by the Office of Sport, not political parties and personalities. An infringement or suspected infringement of intellectual property rights - respect and acknowledge original creators when sharing content. Spam - we do not accept advertisements, requests to endorse commercial products or services or to solicit donations. Personal details - this page is a public page and we will remove any comments including your private information or personal details such as email address or phone number. If we ask for any contact details, please provide them via direct message. A violation of Facebook’s terms and conditions. If you breach these guidelines, we may block your account or posts without further notice. To create meaningful and valuable discussion please stay on topic when commenting on posts to the page. If you would like to contact the Office of Sport, please visit: https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au/contact

Contact details for the Minister for Sport can be found on the Parliament of New South Wales webpage: https://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/members/pages/ministers.aspx

These guidelines were updated June 2022.

In Your Town: Great to see the official opening of the NSW Trampoline Centre of Excellence at the recent 2025 NSW Countr...
16/10/2025

In Your Town: Great to see the official opening of the NSW Trampoline Centre of Excellence at the recent 2025 NSW Country Gymnastics & Trampoline Championships.
The NSW Office of Sport provided $12.5 million towards the project through its Centre of Excellence Fund. The venue is part of the newly redeveloped $52 million Hunter Sports Centre and provides ahigh performance facility for trampolining and aerial sports, including diving, aerial skiing and skateboarding.
For more information on Office of Sport grant programs, visit: sport.nsw.gov.au/grants

If you haven’t registered yet, now is the time!Registrations are still open for the 2025 Koori Netball Tournament in Cha...
17/07/2025

If you haven’t registered yet, now is the time!
Registrations are still open for the 2025 Koori Netball Tournament in Charlestown.
The tournament runs across the weekend of 25 and 26 October.
Play with nearly 1,000 Aboriginal netballers from across NSW and have some fun in the sun! ☀️ 🏃🏻‍♀️
Find out more here - http://srkr.io/61805h2

WONDER WOMEN WEDNESDAYThis week we wanted to do something a little different and take the time to celebrate a whole grou...
11/06/2025

WONDER WOMEN WEDNESDAY
This week we wanted to do something a little different and take the time to celebrate a whole group of Wonder Women – the participants in the NSW Triathlon Finish Lines Not Finish Times program! This innovative initiative came from a successful women’s only pilot that was delivered at one club in 2019 through an Office of Sport Her Sport Her Way grant. It was a such a great success that it was rolled out across the State, offering opportunities for women all over NSW to give triathlon a go.

The program strongly encourages participation, removing pressure around achieving certain times and instead focusing on getting to the finish line as a huge achievement in itself. By removing this pressure, more women have felt empowered to give it a “tri” and discovered a love of a new sport.

The Office of Sport has supported the program with a total of $84,000 funding through the Her Sport Her Way Grant Program and we’re ecstatic to see success the program has had in getting more women participating in triathlon.

NSW Triathlon has been delighted with the surge in participation of women and girls from all walks of life taking part in their sport.

“We always say, Triathlon is for all ages and abilities but then our marketing and our media is photos of elite athletes.... once the events started a lot of the clubs got their own photographers… so now we have this huge bank of photos of just women having fun, women of all shapes and sizes. And we just gradually introduced it into our regular communications.”

For more information about Finish Lines Not Finish Times, check out our website 👇
http://srkr.io/6180e5r

Planning a ski trip with a large group this ski season? We’ve recently upgraded the lodge-style accommodation at Jindaby...
10/06/2025

Planning a ski trip with a large group this ski season? We’ve recently upgraded the lodge-style accommodation at Jindabyne Sport and Recreation Centre, making it the ideal location for families, sporting groups and ski enthusiasts.
Choose from two self-contained lodges accommodating up to 36 people, each offering comfort, convenience and everything you need to enjoy the snow season.
Located a short drive from Jindabyne town centre with on-site parking, fully equipped kitchens and dining areas, Jindabyne Sport and Recreation Centre is the perfect base for anyone visiting the ski fields.
Contact our Reservations team on 13 13 02 to book your 2025 ski season holiday or learn more at http://srkr.io/6184edw

Yesterday marked the end of National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2025, so we wanted to celebrate a special Wonder Woman wh...
04/06/2025

Yesterday marked the end of National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2025, so we wanted to celebrate a special Wonder Woman who our staff were lucky enough to learn from during the week. Savannha Roberts (Bundjalung, Dunghutti and Barkindji) is a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Program Manager at Reconciliation Australia.
Savannha oversees sporting organisation RAPs, helping National and State Sporting Organisations and professional clubs navigate the four different RAP types – Reflect, Innovate, Stretch and Elevate.
Savannha’s work is hugely important in helping sport play its part in the journey towards reconciliation and helping organisations understand their role in this year’s NRW theme, Bridging Now to Next.
“I’ve been given opportunities to voice my ideas and visions and confidently challenge my RAP partners by putting community voices and needs at the forefront of the work I do,” Savannha said.
Thank you to Savannha for her guidance and education – not just during NRW, but every week of the year.

There's just over two months to go until the Winter Warrior challenge at our Lake Keepit Sport and Recreation Centre. Ro...
03/06/2025

There's just over two months to go until the Winter Warrior challenge at our Lake Keepit Sport and Recreation Centre. Round up your students and get your school registered for our fun and challenging 15km obstacle course that will test their strength, stamina and teamwork!
Winter Warrior is open to all secondary students in NSW, with multiple divisions available to ensure everyone can take part. We also have an affordable accommodation and catering package for those travelling long distances.
Hurry, places are limited and are filling fast, so book now to avoid disappointment - http://srkr.io/6184eJ4

The NSW Office of Sport is deeply committed to reconciliation and a more equal and respectful future for First Nations p...
03/06/2025

The NSW Office of Sport is deeply committed to reconciliation and a more equal and respectful future for First Nations people and communities.
As part of National Reconciliation Week 2025, and with centres and venues located on Aboriginal land across NSW, each with their own Dreaming Stories, we wanted to share the story of Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre on Bundjalung Country.
According to the oral traditions of the Bundjalung, the area was first settled by the Three Brothers, Mamoonth, Yarbirri and Birrung and their descendants. The Founding Three Brothers made one of their famous landings at what is now Lennox Head - said to be near a group of black rocks on the beach.
When one of the brothers, Yarbirri, thrust a spear into the sand, fresh water ran, creating Lake Ainsworth and it is said that when the tide is low you can still see a rusty stain.
Through Dreaming Stories like this one, we are encouraged to care for the land now and in the future through an understanding of the importance of a region to First Nations culture, something we are committed to at all our centres and venues.

02/06/2025

The future of sport is evolving and the demand for smart, skilled and ambitious young women in the sports industry has never been higher. To capitalise on this unique opportunity, last month our team delivered the Championing Her Future: Careers for Girls in Sport Summit at the Australian Theatre for Young People.
The event was designed to equip high school teachers, career guidance counsellors, universities, sports industry, people and culture managers and corporations with the tools, insights, and connections to inspire and support young girls in pursuing diverse careers in sport.
The attendees heard from top industry experts and met inspiring women who are leading change and gained valuable insights into emerging career pathways, job trends and future opportunities in the sports industry.
Check out the highlights from the day and hear from the panellists in our video.

Koori Netball Gala Days kick off in August, providing an opportunity for teams to train and prepare for the Charlestown ...
31/05/2025

Koori Netball Gala Days kick off in August, providing an opportunity for teams to train and prepare for the Charlestown Koori Netball Tournament in October. Teams can have up to 12 players, with a maximum of 3 non-Indigenous players. ⛹️‍♀️
Team registrations close one week before each event, while individual participant registrations close three days prior. The first Gala Day will be held on 3 August in Kempsey, with additional events in Kiama, Wyong, Tamworth, Dubbo, Raymond Terrace, and Mount Druitt. Learn more and register: http://srkr.io/6186eEy

Have you ever wondered what type of support our junior athletes really want from their parents and spectators on the sid...
30/05/2025

Have you ever wondered what type of support our junior athletes really want from their parents and spectators on the sidelines?
This great image courtesy of is the perfect example of the types of support that matters to our kids. What is said or not said on the sidelines can be fundamental in shaping a young person’s experience in sport, and that is why is so important.
Here’s a great article from across the ditch by on five questions that parents can ask themselves to help them play a better supportive role in their child’s sporting endeavours: http://srkr.io/6182e8r
It’s not too late to become a Shoosh for Kids partner and promote positive sideline behaviour at your club or association this season. Find out more here - http://srkr.io/6183e8d

Want to learn what is acceptable behaviour and how to handle difficult situations in sport? Sport Integrity Australia’s ...
29/05/2025

Want to learn what is acceptable behaviour and how to handle difficult situations in sport?
Sport Integrity Australia’s Handling Member Protection Concerns webinar on 5 June will help community sport volunteers and participants as well as those working in the NSW sports sector understand and implement member protection safe practices.
The online event will be held from 12.30pm – 1.30pm. Learn more and register at: http://srkr.io/6185dhR

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