UNODC and University of South Pacific partner to enhance sport integrity
Sport has the potential to inspire and bring people together, but unfortunately, corruption and economic crime can jeopardise its positive impact. The United…
ONOC leaders remind Melanesian athletes to ensure their voices are heard at all levels
Oceania National Olympic Committees (ONOC) President, Dr Robin Mitchell, opened the Melanesian Sub-Regional Athletes’ Forum by encouraging athlete representatives to work for the…
A gold medal-standard in gender equality needed, says Dr Robin Mitchell
“Sport in the Pacific Islands will prosper further and positively impact more people and communities if it is gender equal, inclusive and safe,”…
SWOT exercise kicks off Athletes’ Forum with Day 2 focussing on funding opportunities
The Melanesian Sub-Regional Athletes’ Forum commenced in Fiji on Wednesday 26 April, with attendance from eight athlete representatives from five National Olympic Committees…
Athletes discuss partnerships and opportunities at the Melanesian Sub-Regional Forum
Athletes’ Commission (AC) representatives from the Melanesian sub-region discussed partnerships and funding opportunities on Day Two of the Melanesian Sub-Regional Forum. ONOC Secretary…
Athlete welfare at the forefront of the Melanesian Sub-Regional Athletes’ Forum in Fiji
The Melanesian Sub-Regional Athletes’ Forum successfully concluded on Friday 28 April, 2023, with athlete representatives making a commitment to work for the interests…
President Mitchell shares high-level partnerships and direction for sport at 43rd ONOC General Assembly
Athletes and para-athletes of Oceania can expect a decade of change that increases their chances at growing through access to high performance and…
Australia’s rising star sets sights on Men’s Softball World Cup 2024
Jack Besgrove – a 19-year-old, left-handed pitcher – conquered the Men’s Softball World Cup in Auckland, New Zealand last year, and the inaugural…
Australian Indigenous cricket tour to Vanuatu
The Australian Men’s and Women’s Indigenous Cricket teams concluded their inaugural tour of Vanuatu earlier in May. With matches wrapping up on Tuesday…
NZ host BWF Disability Coaching Course
Over the weekend of May 5 and 6, Ian Bridge – Badminton Oceania’s Disability Consultant – delivered a BWF Disability Coaching Course in…