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Move over brie and baguettes... feeding Australia's Paralympians hero image

Move over brie and baguettes... feeding Australia's Paralympians

July 2, 2024

The Australian Paralympic team is set for success in Paris, accompanied by beloved Aussie treats like Caramello Koalas and Vegemite. VIS dietitian and Paralympics Australia Performance Services Lead, Siobhan Crawshay and her team have meticulously planned every detail to ensure creature comforts are met. It's the extra one percenters that count, after all.

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Between You & Me: Rachael Lynch & Stacia Strain

June 28, 2024

From representing Australia together in the Hockeyroos to gallivanting in Europe to mend their mutual heartbreak, Stacia Strain and Rachael Lynch's friendship is as thick as thieves. Hockey brought them together, but friendship became their superglue.

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Odgers Berndston partners with VIS for CEO search

June 21, 2024

The Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) is partnering with Odgers Berndtson for the recruitment of its next Chief Executive Officer.

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Being a visible ally this Pride Month

June 13, 2024

As we embrace the spirit of Pride Month we speak to Sylvie Withers, Project Manager for Innovation and Research at the Victorian Institute of Sport, about how to be an effective ally for the LGBTQIA+ community.

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Swimming through shadows: Daniel Kowalski's journey to self-acceptance

June 1, 2024

Daniel Kowalski, a swimming icon known for his historic Olympic feats, faced silent struggles with deep personal demons and the challenges of living a closeted life. Today, he channels his experiences into helping fellow athletes navigate their post-competition lives, emerging as a beacon of resilience and hope.

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Between You & Me: Katharina and Alex Haecker

May 30, 2024

Two dedicated judo enthusiasts from Hamburg have navigated their paths from local clubs to the international stage, as coach and athlete, and husband and wife. Their professional partnership in the earlier years and shared passion for judo set up a successful pathway for the pair, but their relationship off the judo mat guides their team oriented mindset to reach goals together.

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Australian Sporting Network: Joint Reconciliation Statement

May 27, 2024

The Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) is proud to again join its partners in sport to reaffirm its commitment to reconciliation.

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'Shuttle vision' for Paris

May 23, 2024

Australian Para-badminton will be represented at the 2024 Paralympic Games by two athletes who have travelled starkly different pathways but feel similar gratitude, determination and excitement about what lies ahead in Paris. 

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Careers Week | Collaborating for success with Deakin University

May 17, 2024

VIS promotes a dual-career approach, where athletes are encouraged to pursue education and personal development alongside their athletic endeavours. Collaborating with educational institutions, like Deakin University, provides balance to the unique needs of high-performance athletes.

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Careers Week | Beyond the stage with Sarah Thompson

May 13, 2024

Sarah Thompson's journey from ballet to high-performance sports offers a unique perspective on athlete welfare. As a former ballerina turned Performance Lifestyle Adviser at the Victorian Institute of Sport, Thompson's experience navigating the demands of professional dance informs her approach to supporting VIS athletes.

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