Coach potato nation

Australians like to think of themselves as a sporty, active, outdoors nation, but in reality our young people are among the least active in the world, a trend which can only contribute to disease and obesity in the future.

Let them play!

Children need to play and discover the world for themselves without too much restriction. Here are some ways we can enhance children’s opportunities to do this.

Physical activity at school helps the mind as well as the body

The evidence is in. Compulsory sport and physical education at school improves children’s memory, attention and ability to concentrate, as well as boosting their fitness.