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One of the earliest sports that invited punters was horse racing. Betting on horse racing predates betting on other sports, which makes it an art form today. Over the years, studies on horse racing … [Read more...]
These are Australia’s biggest female esports players
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Why do Women Make Excellent Gamblers?
We are all aware that the online casino industry is thriving in this day and age. Websites such as JackpotCity are catering to more players than ever before. There is no doubt that this is due to the … [Read more...]
Elevate Training Centre | Gym, Personal Training & Physiotherapy
People are increasingly becoming aware of the need to lead a healthy life. There are various fitness centres that offer varied services that are tailored to meet your specific health and fitness … [Read more...]
Why Women Should Seriously Consider Taking Up Golf
When female executives were asked about whether they play golf and why, those that said they play golf repeatedly stated that doing so has helped them build more confidence and has played a … [Read more...]
Ashleigh Barty: A Home-Grown Star Destined for Greatness
Born in Queensland in April 1996, Ashleigh Barty has shown that Australian tennis has plenty to offer. Over the years, the country has been at the forefront of showcasing the talent within the game. … [Read more...]
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Do you walk in the door after exercise and the first thing you want to do is take off your sports bra? If this is you, you are not alone. Unfortunately, many women wear the wrong size sports bra every … [Read more...]
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Australia’s Ellyse Perry has established herself as perhaps the greatest women’s cricket player of the modern era and perhaps even of all-time. The 30-year-old has been the key cog in the success of … [Read more...]
Women’s Guide on Training, Diet & Pre-Workout Supplements
Being a newcomer to the world of working out can be difficult. A lot of people who don’t know the basics of it might end up have trouble engaging the experience while actually getting results. Don’t … [Read more...]
The story of the Matildas’ 2019 World Cup campaign
2019 marked the biggest ever women’s soccer World Cup. It marked Australia’s eighth appearance in the competition and arguably their best ever chance of lifting silverware. Ultimately, pre-tournament … [Read more...]
The greatest sports books to have on your bookshelf
While not as exciting as live sport, sportsbooks can provide fascinating insight into events and key moments through the additional detail that is included. They can provide a completely different … [Read more...]
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If you are thinking about using arrows for hunting or for fun, consider using a bow mag. This is an accessory that gets attached at the end of an arrow shaft. This makes it possible for the arrow to … [Read more...]
Why rest and recovery after exercise is important
Most athletes know that getting sufficient rest after exercise is essential to high-level performance. However many still overtrain and feel guilty when they’ve taken a day off. The body repairs as … [Read more...]
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The Rise of Women in Online Sports Betting
The world of sports and sports betting has long been a man’s domain. However, today that equation is changing with more and more women shining in the sports arena, as spectators, players and … [Read more...]
The Mental Health Benefits of Exercise
When we work out, and we carry out any form of exercise, we think of the physical gains. What many of us do not think about, though, are the mental health benefits of exercise. If you are someone who … [Read more...]
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Golf and tech Technology has significantly advanced our everyday lives. The same goes for that special part of our life that belongs to golf. Gone are the days when you had to lug your golf bag … [Read more...]
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Golf courses have their own laws, one of them being a dress code. Many clubs have strict rules when it comes to clothing. The members have to follow a certain policy, but a collared shirt and a pair … [Read more...]
Woolworths partners with Share the Dignity in fight to end period poverty
Woolworths is partnering with leading women’s charity Share the Dignity, in a move that will provide as much as one million dollars to the charity over the next year to support their ambition to … [Read more...]
5 Great Australian Sports Women
Australia is a proud sporting country. Whether it is domestic competitions, international events, or region-specific sports tournaments, Australia has performed very well over the years. Women’s … [Read more...]
Should You Choose a Running or Training Shoe?
Running involves a lot of heel to toe movement, whereas training typically requires side to side movement. Due to the higher impact placed on the heel while running, running shoes have more support … [Read more...]
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Whether you are an experienced angler or just starting out, the following 15 items will help to ensure your carp fishing days (and nights) are a resounding success. A catapult when carp fishing is … [Read more...]
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Believe it or not, bowling is one of the oldest sports ever to have been invented by humankind. Based on the evidence found by British anthropologists, it appears that bowling balls were discovered in … [Read more...]
Australia to mount a Bid to host 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
In a joint announcement on Tuesday, 6 February 2018, the Minister for Sport, Bridget McKenzie and Minister for Women, Kelly O’Dwyer, said the Turnbull Government will provide an additional $4 million … [Read more...]
Global performance apparel brand BLK to focus on Gender Equality in Sport
Global performance apparel brand BLK Sport has announced 50 per cent of all sponsorship will go to women’s teams under a three-year strategy. BLK Sport CEO Tyron Brant said the Australian-based … [Read more...]
Woolworths on board as Fresh Food supporter of 2018 Commonwealth Games
Woolworths has come on board as the Official Supermarket and Fresh Food supporter of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018). GC2018 will be the largest sporting event Australia will see … [Read more...]
Aussie Pastimes No Longer Just For The Boys
It’s a little outdated to think of things in terms of gender, isn’t it? Still, there are things in the world that tend to have more patronage from one gender rather than the other, its undeniable. … [Read more...]
Want to Learn Scuba Diving? What You Should Know Before Diving In
There are few things that are more fun or exhilarating than scuba diving. This is why it is so easy to catch the diving bug after your first lesson and first plunge. The next step, of course, is to … [Read more...]
Feeling Threatened By Cricket? See It As An Opportunity Instead!
For anyone who’s married to or going out with a cricket fan, the most intense period of cricket watching is over for now - for a year or so. However, that doesn’t mean cricket fades out of view … [Read more...]
How Australian Women are Changing Female Sport
Australia is stereotyped as a patriarchal society. It’s loud, proud and masculine. The biggest sports in this country are Aussie Rules Football and Rugby, both of which involve hard hits, occasional … [Read more...]
The 16 Hottest Tennis Players in the World
The 2017 Australian Open is the first big sporting event scheduled in the New Year. It will be taking place between 16 and 29 January in Melbourne Park. This will be the 105th edition of the … [Read more...]
5 Fun and Inexpensive Ways to Get Fit in 2017
Less than two weeks into the New Year and we're told that most people have already given up on their New Year's Resolutions. Maybe it's because gym memberships and personal trainers are too expensive … [Read more...]
Southern Stars: 3 Things We Learnt About Australian Women’s Cricket This Year
With the men’s team currently doing the business in the three-match Test series against Pakistan, now seems as good a time as any time take a look at the past 12 months for our own Southern … [Read more...]