Incoming Government Brief, Minister For Sport—the Hon Anika Wells Mp.

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This incoming government brief to the Minister for Sport outlines priorities for sport policy delivery, highlighting $494.2 million in 2024–25 Budget funding for high-performance athletes and para-athletes. Key deliverables include implementing Sport Horizon, progressing Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympic Games delivery, upgrading sporting facilities, and continuing the Play Our Way program to boost women and girls' participation. The brief notes a significant participation gap—while 90% of Australians follow sport, only 40% participate weekly, and 46% of adults don't meet physical activity guidelines. Updates indicate 234 of 289 Play Our Way grants have been executed, with remainder pending applicant acceptance post-caretaker period. A table discusses reducing Australian Government representation on the Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee from four nominees to one (with possible provision for a second), though specific impact assessment is redacted. The brief proposes exploring cross