Sport Participation in Australia




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Introduction
There is now compelling evidence that increased levels of physical activity can bring wide-ranging health benefits that impact upon the population. These benefits can extend beyond physical health to include other benefits, such as mental health, personal wellbeing, and social cohesion. Sport can make an important contribution to the amount of regular physical activity an individual engages in.
Key Messages
The latest AusPlay data for the period July 2016 to June 2017 shows that 58% of adults and 69% of children participated in sport-related activities.
Football remains the most popular club-based sport in Australia for adults and children combined; although netball is more popular for girls (0-14).
Regular community-based sport participation in Australia generates an estimated AUD$18.7B value p.a. in social capital.

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