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Physical activity is ranked second only to tobacco control in being the most important factor in health promotion and disease prevention in Australia.

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Sport and active recreation

Category: Physical activity

Sporting and active recreation activities can be the glue that holds communities together. Sport builds social capital by providing a sense of unity. It is a social leveller, fostering a sense of trust amongst participants and members and contributing to greater social cohesion.

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  Sport & Active Recreation Fact Sheet

 
Read more about VicHealth sport and active recreation initiatives and programs

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