Administration
The ASC is a statutory authority of the Australian Government, that is governed by a board of Commissioners appointed by the Minister for Sport. The ASC's roles and responsibilities are prescribed in the Australian Sports Commission Act 1989.
The ASC attempts to promote an effective national sports system that offers improved participation in quality sports by all Australians. In addition, the ASC helps those who are talented and motivated to reach their potential excellence in sports performance. The ASC achieves these objectives by administering and funding national sporting programs on behalf of the Government and providing leadership, co-ordination and support for the sport sector.
The ASC works closely with a range of national sporting organisations, state and local governments, schools and community organisations to ensure sport is well run and accessible so that everyone can participate and enjoy the benefits. The ASC supports participation in sport, from grass roots participation to participation at the elite level.
Chairman of the ASC Board
- Ted Harris 1984-1994
- Mike Fitzpatrick 1994-1997
- Peter Bartels 1997-2008
- Greg Hartung 2008-2010
- Warwick Smith 2010-2012
- John Wylie 2012-
Chief Executive Officers
- Greg Hartung 1984-1988
- Ronald Harvey 1989
- Jim Ferguson 1990-2000
- Mark Peters 2001-2009
- Matt Miller – 2009-2011
- Simon Hollingsworth 2012-
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