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Tuesday, 22 November 2011
Page: 13529

Australian Institute of Sport: Athlete Scholarships

(Question No. 618)


Mr Hartsuyker asked the Minister representing the Minister for Sport, in writing, on 21 September 2011:

On what basis does the Australian Institute of Sport determine how many athlete scholarships will be awarded in each particular sport in a given year?


Ms Kate Ellis: The Minister for Sport has provided the following answer to the honourable member's question:

The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), in collaboration with each respective national sporting organisation, determines the number of athlete scholarships to be awarded based on agreed strategy, performance standards and available budget.