What's New | Play Like a Girl Australia

Member Spotlight: Imogen Ireland

At just sixteen, Imogen has already worn many hats in sport, player, coach, umpire and mentor.

Member Spotlight: El Baumgurtel

Growing up on a farm in South Australia, Eloise has lived and breathed sport from the moment she first picked up a footy.

Member Spotlight: Kylie Lynch

For Kylie, sport has always been more than just a game. It has been a home, a teacher, and now, a platform for change.

Member Spotlight: Lucy Griffin

Lucy Griffin is a former elite gymnast, powerlifter, and sports administrator who now leads refereeing for Football ACT.

Member Spotlight: Kaitlyn O'Keefe

Kaitlyn, aka Noodle, is a passionate footballer and emerging leader who’s using her love of sport to inspire others.

Member Spotlight: Victoria Honner

Tori is a state-level netballer, coach, and community leader who’s passionate about creating inclusive spaces through sport.

Member Spotlight: Jade Hunter

Jade Hunter’s story begins in a small rural town where sport was more than just a weekend activity. It was a way of life.

Member Spotlight: Rebecca Tilley

Rebecca Tilley is a former elite gymnast turned club owner, she leads a team of 35 coaches and over 600 gymnasts.

Member Spotlight: Bel Twomey

Bel is a passionate netballer-turned-footy player, coach, and advocate for women and girls in sport.

Member Spotlight: Kerrie Barnes

Kerrie Barnes has spent over 30 years in sport and community leadership, mostly in Surf Life Saving.

Member Spotlight: Kristie Laird

For Kristie Laird, rugby league has been more than just a game, it’s been a passion, a community, and a platform for leadership.

Member Spotlight: Taylor Ferguson

For Taylor, sport has always been part of life. Growing up in rural Australia, playing sport wasn’t just about competition..

Member Spotlight: Nidhi Baligar

Meet Nidhi Baligar, a younger leader making a huge impact in sport, leadership, and community.

Member Spotlight: Tracy Ross

We are thrilled to feature Tracy Ross, a passionate sports leader, mother, and advocate for inclusivity in motorsport.

Member Spotlight: Lyndall MacInnes

This week, we shine a light on Lyndall MacInnes, whose journey in sport and leadership is nothing short of inspiring.

Member Spotlight: Jordan Fox

This month, we’re excited to highlight Jordan, a dedicated swimmer, leader, and graduate of our Empowered to Lead course.

Member Spotlight: Meet Carinda Palmer

We’re thrilled to spotlight Carinda Palmer, who recently completed the Executive Fighter boxing program.

Member Spotlight: Meet Evie Kennedy

Evie Kennedy is a passionate athlete and coach with a love for both basketball and Olympic Weightlifting.

Member Spotlight: Meet Chelsea McCredie

Meet Chelsea McCredie—Chelsea’s passion for sport ignited at an incredibly young age; her second word was "ball."

Member Spotlight: Meet Sarah Davoren

Sarah's passion for sport became a career, blending her competitive spirit with her work as a Rowing Operations Manager.

Member Spotlight: Meet Rebekah Dean

Meet Rebekah Dean, a strong advocate for equality in sport and believes in empowering the next generation of women and girls.

Member Spotlight: Meet Alix Kearney

Alix Kearney, Assistant Coach at Oakleigh Chargers and AFL Victoria Coach Developer, inspires through her passion.

Member Spotlight: Meet Jess Tasevska

Jess Tasevska's journey in sport began at age seven when she picked up a tennis racket, igniting a lifelong passion.

Member Spotlight: Meet Harmin’ Miranda

Miranda’s sports journey was unconventional — she didn’t play team sports growing up and came from a non-sporty family.

Member Spotlight: Meet Tanya Thomas

Meet Tanya Thomas is the Program Support Officer at Frankston and District Basketball Association.

Member Spotlight: Meet Charlotte Whinnen

We are thrilled to highlight the journey of Charlotte Whinnen, a lacrosse athlete from South Australia.

Member Spotlight: Meet Alison Penington

Alison Penington is a Leadership and Health Coach, Exercise Physiologist, and Hypnotherapist with a passion for sport.

Articles

Play Like a Girl Announces New Ambassadors

Australian Olympians Unite to Empower the Next Generation of Female Leaders

Reflections on the Women in Sport Summit

Holly Bailey shares her reflections from the Women in Sport Summit in Queensland recently.

Play Like a Girl Australia Announces Partnership with Intuitive Finance

Play Like a Girl Australia is proud to announce a new partnership with Intuitive Finance.

Women in Sport Leadership Scholarships Now Open for Regional Victoria

This initiative is about creating opportunities that change lives for girls in rural and regional communities.

Wrapped with Purpose: Play Like a Girl Australia’s Bold New Ride

Once a participant in our Empowered to Lead program, Caitlin is also the creative force behind our bold new ride.

Play Like a Girl Australia Launches Member Advisory Committee

Play Like a Girl Australia is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural Member Advisory Committee (PMAC)

City of Greater Dandenong Council and Play Like a Girl Australia.

Life-changing experiences made possible by Greater Dandenong Council and Play Like a Girl Australia

Inside the Ring: A Conversation with Caitlin Parker OLY

Play Like a Girl Ambassador Caitlin Parker OLY presents at the Dye & Co Solvency & Turnaround Symposium.

Key Takeaways from SportNXT: The Business of Sport on a Global Stage

Read our take on SportNXT, the conference that makes us rethink Australia’s role in global sport.

Join our Women in Sport Virtual Networking Event in March 2025

Join us for a virtual networking event designed for women in sport to meet, share experiences, and build connections.

Caity Parker OLY Joins Play Like a Girl Australia as an Ambassador

We’re thrilled to announce that Caity Parker OLY has officially joined Play Like a Girl Australia as an ambassador!

Strong and feminine are not mutually exclusive, these women are living proof.

Women are proving that being strong and feminine is not a contradiction but a powerful combination.

Play Like a Girl Australia partners with Classic Sportswear!

Play Like a Girl Australia and Classic Sportswear Unite to Inspire and Empower Women in Sport.

Celebrating Women in Sport: Screening of Trailblazers Film with Matildas Alumni

We’re excited to share the success of our recent event, a screening of Trailblazers Film with a panel of Matildas Alumn.

Justine Azzopardi wins Female Volunteer of the Year Award!

We are beyond thrilled to celebrate Justine Azzopardi’s well-deserved win for Female Volunteer of the Year!

Camryn Harland: From Play Like a Girl to School House Captain

We’d like to extend a huge congratulations to Camryn Harland on becoming school house captain!

Rethinking Sponsorship in Women’s Sport: Investing Beyond the Logo

Women’s sport is more than a logo on a jersey—it’s a growing movement demanding genuine investment.

Play Like a Girl Australia Launches Exclusive Club Partnership Packages

An exciting opportunity for women’s teams to unlock their full potential and thrive like never before!

Join Us for an Exclusive Event with Taryn Brumfitt, Australian of the Year 2023

Play Like a Girl is hosting an exclusive online session featuring Taryn Brumfitt, the 2023 Australian of the Year.

Key Challenges Facing Women and Girls in Australian Sport

As Australian sport continues to evolve, women and girls still face significant barriers to full participation and recognition.

Spotlight on Leadership: Tali Cooper’s Journey to Becoming School Captain

For Tali Cooper, being named school captain is a dream realised, a role she aspired to from an early age.

Leadership scholarships available for Murraylands women and girls

We are thrilled to announce that IMPAC have sponsored five scholarships for the upcoming Empowered to Lead program.

Play Like a Girl Australia to Invest $1 Million to Empower Women in Sport

Play Like a Girl Australia is making a bold commitment to gender equality in sport by investing nearly $1 million in scholarships.

Saya Sakakibara: An Inspiring Journey to the Olympics

The 2024 Paris Olypmics have arrived and we're reflecting on an insightful interview we had with BMX superstar Saya Sakakibara.

Embracing the Olympic Spirit: An Exclusive Interview with Olympian Britt Cox

Now that the Olympic Games are underway, we're excited to shine a light on an inspiring interview we did with Olympian Britt Cox.

2024 Hockey Victoria Women & Girls Breakfast Wrap-Up

At Play Like a Girl, we were honored to be a part of Hockey Victoria's 12th Annual Women & Girls Breakfast.

Play Like a Girl Australia Teams Up with SportsGrad for an Unforgettable Event

On March 8th, Play Like a Girl Australia and SportsGrad hosted an unforgettable celebration of International Women's Day.

Southern Sista's Re-Launch: Inspiring Stories and Building Connections

Play Like a Girl Australia had the pleasure of participating in the re-launch of the Southern Sista's, hosted by the SFNL.

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