by Victorian Institute of Sport | Jan 12, 2026 | All
The VIS and University of Melbourne’s Spark Program came together to reimagine what’s possible for First Nations athletes beyond their playing careers. Through First Nations-led research and student innovation, the program proposes ‘Ripple’ – a...
by Victorian Institute of Sport | Dec 23, 2025 | All
Six months ago, Jamie McPherson stepped into history as the VIS’s Connection to Country Officer; a groundbreaking role introduced for the first time in the organisation’s 30-year journey. The position didn’t just align with his professional experience, but also deeply...
by Victorian Institute of Sport | Dec 16, 2025 | All
Australian Athletics, Paralympics Australia and the Victorian Institute of Sport are deeply saddened by the passing of Paralympic bronze medallist Nicholas Hum PLY. Nick passed away in Melbourne over the weekend. He was 32 years old. Nick was one of Australia’s most...
by Jamie Mcpherson | Nov 21, 2025 | All
How can Australia’s high performance sport system embrace the world’s oldest living culture? At the 2025 World Class to World Best conference, leaders explored bold ways to embed First Nations values for lasting impact. VIS Connection to Country Officer, Jamie...
by Kate Paul-Drevensek | Nov 12, 2025 | All
Australia’s most decorated snowboarder, Scotty James, has etched his name into the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) history books once again, claiming his third VIS Award of Excellence honour and in doing so, equaling the record held by Australian athletics legend,...
by Victorian Institute of Sport | Nov 10, 2025 | All
Ahead of hosting her first VIS Award of Excellence, VIS scholarship athlete and event MC Laura Hingston shares her sporting journey through the VIS, as 12-year-old gymnast to Australian diver and media professional. I still remember walking into the old Victorian...
