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Read our evidence-based tips on selecting mental health program providers for sports clubs, leagues and associations.Key messages Providing mental health programs to participants in sports...
Research and publications
3 min read
11 Jan 2021
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/how-select-mental-health-program-providers-sports-clubs
We should all be able to enjoy sport free from the marketing that alcohol, gambling and unhealthy food companies use to promote harmful products. 
Research and publications
5 min read
6 Oct 2020
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/healthy-sport-sponsorship
We know the vast majority of Victorians think it’s important that sporting clubs provide an environment that makes women and girls feel welcome, and provides leadership opportunities for women...
Research and publications
2 min read
7 Oct 2019
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/quick-wins-checklist-sporting-clubs
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Research and publications
4 min read
5 Aug 2019
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/resources/vichealth-strategies/physical-activity-strategy-2019-2023
There are many barriers that reduce or stop women and girls from being active. The ‘fear of judgement’ is one such barrier common to all life stages. While this issue is complex, the good...
Research and publications
1 min read
29 Mar 2019
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/females-and-physical-activity
The purpose of Reducing Junk Food in Sport: Building the Business Case project is to build the business case for junk food free sponsorship in sport. The project will inform a longer term investment...
Resources and downloads
6 min read
30 Nov 2017
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/reducing-junk-food-sport-project-building-business-case
Less than a third of Australians are getting enough physical activity to benefit their health. This can lead to increased risks of chronic disease and mental ill health, and has been estimated...
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2 min read
30 Nov 2017
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/encouraging-regular-physical-activity
VicHealth is supporting local governments to improve access to water and healthy drink options in their local sport and recreation facilities.Download: Water in Sport evaluation (PDF, 3...
Programs and projects
1 min read
21 Sep 2017
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/programs-and-projects/vichealth-water-in-sport-initiative
Five Victorian councils ‘activated’ under-used public spaces within local communities to increase physical activity opportunities and social connection.Download: 2016 Community...
Research and publications
2 min read
7 Jul 2017
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/promoting-physical-activity-through-local-community
The Community Activation Program is a new VicHealth investment that aims to create and activate places within local communities that increase access to opportunities for physical activity and social...
Programs and projects
4 min read
20 Jul 2015
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/programs-and-projects/vichealth-community-activation-program
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