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Question and Answer Tracking Details

3638 - SPORTS RAGE

Hornery, Sonia to the Minister for Gaming and Racing, Minister for Sport and Recreation

What is the Government doing to combat the issue of sports rage in junior sporting events?

Answer -

The Government has developed the Sport Rage Prevention Kit. The kit features a suite of materials designed to assist volunteer administrators be proactive in the prevention and management of sport rage in the junior sport setting. The Government conducts the Coloured Vest Program which assists in developing a supportive environment for new officials in the junior sport setting. The Government also conducts various courses for sports clubs and associations including "Harassment Free Sport", "Diffusing Conflict and Anger in sport" and "Complaint Handling and Resolution for clubs".


Question asked on 25 June 2008 (session 54-1) and printed in Questions & Answers Paper No. 78
Answer received on 30 July 2008 and printed in Questions & Answers Paper No. 82