The Tasmanian Institute of Sport (TIS) has officially opened Australia’s seventh dedicated Para Sport Unit, strengthening the nationwide infrastructure designed to support para-athletes on the road to the Brisbane 2032 Paralympic Games.

Backed by AUD 754,500 in funding from the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), along with additional support from the Tasmanian Government and Paralympics Australia, the new unit joins a growing national network that has rapidly expanded over the past eight months.

The initiative forms part of the Federal Government’s AUD 54.9 million “Para Uplift” package, which has doubled investment in Para sport.

The funding is focused on creating more classification opportunities, developing fit-for-purpose training environments, and enhancing access to specialised

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