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Incorporated Societies Act 2022 and Regulations
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Inclusivity Hub
Ensuring physical activity is inclusive for everyone
The Big Wins
As we get stuck into the winter season, let’s consider the value of sport for young people.
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Welcome to Sport NZ’s website for the play, active recreation and sport sector. Use the links below to browse by role or topic, the search function or main menu at the top of the page to find what you need.

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Welcome to Sport New Zealand

Sport NZ’s purpose is to contribute to the wellbeing of everybody in Aotearoa New Zealand by leading an enriching and inspiring play, active recreation and sport system. Our vision is simple, Every Body Active.

Who we are and what we do
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Funding and Investment
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Sport NZ invests in ways that will achieve maximum impact against its strategic outcomes. Find out more about the different funding streams.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Flow on Effect

The Flow on Effect is changing the conversation around female health, menstruation and physical activity. Whether you’re a young person or an adult supporting a young person, check out the resources and stories covering these topics.

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Research and insights
Insights Tool

The Sport NZ Insights Tool is an interactive online resource and repository of information and data, designed to be used by anyone involved in the play, active recreation and sport sector to help guide decision making.

If you require an accessible version of any content on the site please contact us and we will be happy to assist.

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