Wendouree West Community Gateway - Topics

Sport - Education

School Of Movement & Sports Science
Courses included are:
Undergraduate Degrees,
Postgraduate Courseworks Programs, and 
Higher Degrees by Research.
Research and Consultancy programs are also offered and advice on where to seek funding for research.

Sport - Local

Ballarat Aquatic Centre
BAC is a publicly owned recreation facility providing year round opportunities for increased community participation.  A wide range of aquatic and fitness programs are offered in a safe and friendly environment.

Ballarat Badminton Stadium
The Ken Kay Badminton Stadium
Dowling Street, Wendouree. 3355.
Ph:(03) 5339 4601.

Ballarat Cricket Association
Read all the latest cricket news from around the Ballarat area. See the administration department of the league or contact make direct contact with one of the many clubs. The Ballarat and District cricket association fixtures. Keep up to date with the rules of the game, weekly results and ladders.

Ballarat Indoor Tennis Centre
503 Dowling Street, Wendouree. 3355.
Ph:(03) 5339 3071.

Ballarat Table Tennis Stadium
A world-recognised association possessing state-of-the-art facilities. 27 courts (1 show court and 18 others with Taraflex flooring), gas heated in winter, carpeted throughout, ample seating and viewing area, a well equipped canteen, fine amenities and an extensive flood-lit car park. The Association provides coaching, clinics, support and competition for all abilities.

Hollioake Park Tennis Centre
Hollioake Park
Dowling Street, Wendouree. 3355.
Ph:(03) 5338 1459.

Minerdome Ballarat
Ballarat's premier basketball facility, which is home to the Ballarat Miners and the Lady Miners.

Netball Centre (Wendouree Entertainment, Sports and Leisure Centre)
Norman Street, Wendouree. 3355.
Ph:(03) 5338 1400.

Sport & Recreation Incentive Program
The City of Ballarat is committed to supporting community recreation groups with progressive program ideas. The Community Sport and Active Recreation Incentive Program is an initiative of the City of Ballarat aimed at increasing participation in sport and active recreation.

Sports News
Current news stories from the local area.

Unisports
Based at the University of Ballarat, Unisports offer an exciting range of recreation, education and health programs and services. Services offered include the use of the pool and gym, gymnastics, rehabilitation and health programs. The facility is open all hours of the day, with membership being open to all members of the public. For more information contact Unisports.

Wendouree Squash & Racquetball Centre
Paul Sadler Swimland
403 Dowling Street, Wendouree. 3355.
Ph:(03) 5339 9911.

Sport - Victoria

Melbourne - Your Sports Training Destination
As a training base for all sports, Melbourne offers the chance for your athletes to achieve their personal best. Opportunities are provided in many elite sports.

Sport & Recreation Organisations
A comprehensive listing of peak organisations across the Sport, Fitness, Racing, Community and Outdoor Recreation industry sectors in Victoria.

The Victorian Institute of Sport
Many of Australia’s best athletes have been touched by the VIS. The training that they have received has propelled them on to the world stage where their success has been nothing short of phenomenal. The Institute offers programs for a wide variety of sports.

Victorian Olympic Council
The formation of the Council was seen as crucial to act in conjunction with Councils in other States to forward the representation of Australasia at Olympic Games. It is also to help with financial aide for athletes representing the country.

Sport - National

Australian Cricket
The official fixtures for the Australian domestic and International series. Player profiles and statistics. Strengthening and protecting the spirit of cricket is one of the four priorities of Cricket Australia's formal strategic plan, from backyard to Baggy Green. Read the latest news and opinions or delve into the media archives.

Australian Football League
Australian Rules Football is truly now a national game, learn about how it all started and see the history of the finals. The official fixture for 2004. Club and player statistics and profiles. Delve into the coaches box and see what coaching is all about. Handy tips for coaching young children and advice for teenagers playing the game. Read the latest news and opinions or delve into the media archives.

Australian Institute Of Sport
The AIS is a hive of activity. From sporting competition involving AIS and visiting athletes, to conferences and seminars - there is always something happening in Canberra or with the AIS Units interstate. The AIS leads the development of elite sport and is widely acknowledged in Australia and internationally as a world best practice model for elite athlete development. The AIS is a pre-eminent elite sports training institution in Australia with world class facilities and support services. The Australian Institute of Sport conducts 35 sport programs in 26 sports located around Australia.

Australian Olympic Committee
The Australian Olympic Committee is responsible for many projects and programs. It offers support to Athletes across all sporting domains, as well as providing incentive programs and training opportunities for promising athletes.

Special Olympics Australia
Special Olympics is a worldwide organisation dedicated to empowering individuals with an intellectual disability to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition. Special Olympics offers children and adults with an intellectual disability year-round training and competition in Olympic-type summer and winter sports. For more information contact your nearest associaton.

Sports News
Current news stories from around the country.

Tennis Australia
Tennis Australia is the governing body of tennis within Australia. It promotes and facilitates participation in tennis at all levels, and also conduct national and international tournaments. See results and updates on key events and tournaments played locally and overseas, or keep up to date with the latest news. Learn about coaching or the rules of the game. Tennis Australia is responsible for the Australian Open.

Sport - International

Commonwealth Games Federation
The first Commonwealth Games were held in 1930 in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Since then a rich and colourful history has evolved. View a map of the Commonwealth countries involved in the Games. Find results for specific sports categories/disciplines or track the performance of individual Athletes through the Games. The next Commonwealth Games are to be held in Melbourne in 2006.

Olympic Movement
Greece was the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games. The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens in 1896. Access the profile of your favourite Olympic hero, the sports and disciplines on the programme for the next Olympic games or share in the passion of the Olympics. The next Olympic Games are to be held in Athens in 2004.

Sports News
A comprehensive guide to all the current news stories in sport from around the world.

Tennis Tournaments
Throughout the year there are four major tennis tournaments:
The Australian Open. Details on tickets, prices, tournament and other interesting facts.
The French Open. Details on when to book tickets, how to book tickets and past winners.
Wimbledon. Details on the Championships' history, ticketing, and ticket prices .
The U.S Open. Details on the Opens' history, tickets, conditions of entry and a venue map.

The Laureus World Sports Academy
The Academy aims to promote all that is positive and worthwhile in sport, and to reinforce the work of all those who stand up for fair play, honest effort and the joy in taking part. The Academy has strong principles and beliefs, and its mission is to increase and enhance participation in sport worldwide. The Academy boasts a very impressive list of members.