Batt, and fellow NSW teammates Edmondson and Carr win stunning gold

With superstar Ryley Batt (pictured) at the helm and NSW mates Andrew Edmondson and Cameron Carr by his side, the Australian Steelers wheelchair rugby team has scored a dramatic double overtime 59-58 victory over the USA to win the final medal presented at the Games in Rio.

Wet 'N' Wild Sydney to open surf school with Surfing NSW

Our Member Surfing NSW will ensure Western Sydney reaps the benefits of a surfing experience, thanks to a new partnership with Wet'n'Wild Sydney, which will see a brand new surf school operating in the Sydney suburb of Prospect.

Goalball Aussie Belles head to Rio for Paralympic Games

Our Member Blind Sport NSW has announced that due to the banning of the Russian Paralympic Committee, Australia will have 9 more athletes heading to the competition including the Australian Women Belles Goalball Team.

NSW to bid for 2018 Invictus Games

The NSW Government has launched an historic bid to host the 2018 Invictus Games, founded by Prince Harry, for wounded, injured or ill military personnel. The Invictus Games would bring more than 500 service personnel from 16 nations to compete over eight days in 11 sports such as swimming, wheelchair rugby and sailing in Sydney.

2016 Sports Fundraising Snapshot released

According to the Australian Sports Foundation (ASF), Aussies contributed a record of nearly $32m in tax-deductible donations to sport in the 2016 financial year. Fundraising for sport has grown by a massive 88% over the past two years!

Changes to NSW association laws start on 1 September 2016

Amendments to enhance the way incorporated associations are administered and to clarify the way associations operate start on 1 September 2016. After public consultation over a 3 year period, the Associations Incorporation Act 2009 will be amended and the existing Regulation replaced with a new Associations Incorporation Regulation 2016 on 1 September 2016.

Disability Sports Fest Wrap Up

Sport NSW & WWE held the first Disability Sports Fest at Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) in Sydney Olympic Park on Saturday, August 13th with 100 VIP guests from 3 disability sports.

2016 NSW Community Sports Volunteer Awards

Sport NSW has announced the finalists for the 2016 NSW Community Sports Volunteer Awards after numerous volunteers from across the state were put forward by their sports in recognition of their hard work.

Thailand: an easy winter escape!

Thailand is famous for its radiating warmth and smiles of its people, making it one of the most delightful destinations to visit. But there is a lot more to this magical country.