Deakin University intern and local Launcestonian Brielle Quiqley discovers the magical world of roller derby in Tassie and learns its great history. Ask the average person what they know about roller derby and you will likely receive answers that range from the vague mentioning of roller skates to, “isn’t that the movie Drew Barrymore was …
The Pink Belt Project was started by Kristy Hitchens in 2018 in an effort to help survivors of domestic and sexual abuse regain their confidence. Content warning: this piece deals with the topics of domestic and sexual assault. Like many Australians, I did a year of martial arts as a kid. While I found it …
Not content to leave the change-making to the elite level, the NSFA’s Female Football Plan will ensure the best possible experience for women and girls. A commitment to build the participation of girls and women and to grow the number of female coaches are just some of the goals of the Northern Suburbs Football Association’s Female …
Congratulations to these wonderful women who received Queen’s Birthday honours this year for their contribution to sports, athletics, active recreation and dance. Among these women are Olympians, athletes, coaches, administrators, volunteers and community leaders who work tirelessly in their field. We thank them for their contribution and for being outstanding role models for women in …
Some restrictions have begun to lift but it will be a while before our gym classes return. In the meantime we all have to continue to get creative with our workouts. Why not soundtrack it with ace Australian tunes? Here are ten tracks that will get you up and about by local artists. Tia Gostelow …