In the lead-up to the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, Australia, as the host nation, made a significant investment in securing success at the Games. This included an additional $135 million allocated to high-performance sports, expanding the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), and providing crucial support to Australia’s athletes.

For nearly three years, the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has investigated and examined pressing issues impacting the mental health and well-being of Australian Defence Force (ADF) members and their families. Starting on 8 July 2021 and concluding its submissions phase on 13 October 2023, this inquiry represents…

Concerns raised about abusive coaching, systemic failings, and missing safeguards within elite Australian swimming.

Swimming Australia faces legal action over systemic abuse, coercive coaching, and unsafe practices despite public acknowledgment.

“The time has passed for Swimming Australia to control this process…” Donaldson said.

Report finds toxic culture in Australian gymnastics, with survivors seeking accountability, support, and compensation for lasting harm.

Lawyer warns Human Rights Commission review will reveal widespread systemic abuse and cultural failings in Australian gymnastics.