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Research shows that girls and women participate less in recreation and sport, despite a desire to do so.

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Sport NZ has released new resources to support the sector to build a more capable and inclusive workforce.

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This issue of Insights from Recreation Aotearoa explores the benefits of investing in recreation for individuals, whānau, and society.

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This campaign from Swimming NZ highlights the essential life skill of swimming and its endless health and wellbeing benefits.

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The Victorian Government has released a guide on how sport can be used as a tool for preventing gender-based violence.

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Recent research highlights an additional, lesser-known benefit of exercise: it can also play a pivotal role in financial success. It's clear that exercise is also about maximising brain power and consequently your earning potential.

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Recent research reveals that women experience more significant health improvements from exercise than men - highlighting the critical importance of physical activity for women's health.

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This Australian project has created educational resources specifically designed for fitness trainers, gym owners and health professionals who are interested in improving the gym experience for young adults with a disability.

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Exercise New Zealand emphasises the importance of staying active and socially connected to boost your immune system and ward off seasonal illnesses - as we reach the midpoint of winter in Aotearoa.

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Quality sport experiences can offer wellbeing benefits for young people above and beyond just moving their bodies.

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