BE YOUR BEST WITH GOOD SPORTS

Good Sports supports over 12,000 Australian community sporting clubs to reduce harms from alcohol and other drugs – fostering a healthier, safer and more family friendly environment for all. The program will strengthen your club policies and practices around alcohol consumption, sales and management, illegal drug use, safe transport, safe celebrations and mental health support.

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Our program supports over 12,000 community sporting clubs across Australia to provide a safe and welcoming environment where everyone can get involved.

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Find out how Good Sports supports thousands of clubs to reduce alcohol and other drug harm in their communities.

Players and supporters at the club are much happier, safer and healthier from the Good Sports experience. The club has changed from one which was viewed by locals and other teams as almost a lost cause [because of drinking and smoking], to becoming one which takes pride in its family-friendly atmosphere and respect for fellow players, other teams and the spirit of cricket.

Steve Jackson, Life Member

Woodbridge Cricket Club (TAS)

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We’ve set-up an environment for our members that isn’t centred around alcohol, and this flows through to preventing related harms, including road trauma.

Dean Malcolm, Club President

Tuross Head Tennis Club (NSW)

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We’re now observing a significant reduction in underage drinking and vaping, and changes in our players' attitudes towards these harmful activities has been evident, with a decline in antisocial behaviour. Good Sports has not only made our club safer but has also enhanced our reputation as responsible community members.

Bridget Bartlett, Committee Member

Water Wombats (ACT)

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Good Sports awards — 28th February, 2024

2023 Good Sports Awards

The Good Sports Awards ceremony celebrating our 2023 winners was hosted by the Alcohol and Drug Foundation at Parliament House, Canberra in February 2024.

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