From the latest edition of the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation
(http://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/) newsletter, 'VicHealth':

Ross, Andrew; Hoban, Rosie. (Freelance Writer (1); Journalist, Melbourne Vic
(2))
The gold medal participation: a new role for sport.
VicHealth Letter no.29 Autumn 2007: 4-6, and Online (whole issue PDF 2.96MB)
http://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/assets/contentFiles/VHletterNo.%2029-2007.pdf

Physical activity and fitness are widely seen as a valuable focus for public
health strategies in tackling growing health problems such as obesity and
diabetes. This article discusses some of the barriers to broadening
participation in sports organisations, such as elitism and competitiveness. It
argues for a more structured approach to connect sport with wider agendas of
inclusiveness, participation and health promotion.

Ferguson, Adam. (Freelance Journalist)
Sport: a universal language and force for change.
VicHealth Letter no.29 Autumn 2007: 10-11, and Online (whole issue PDF 2.96MB)
http://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/assets/contentFiles/VHletterNo.%2029-2007.pdf

At the community level, sport offers the individual and the community many
benefits. However, the racism and other discriminatory attitudes that are often
found in sports clubs can discourage the participation of many in the community.
This article describes some initiatives underway in organised sport to overcome
barriers to inclusion for disabled people, Indigenous Australians, migrants and
other socially disadvantaged groups.

Mogensen, Krista. (Freelance Writer)
Model citizens.
VicHealth Letter no.29 Autumn 2007: 12-14, and Online (whole issue PDF 2.96MB)
http://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/assets/contentFiles/VHletterNo.%2029-2007.pdf

Positive role models can help overcome barriers to participation in sport and
recreation. This article describes several community role models who are
successful in encouraging participation in various activities: Koori Try a
Triathlon and netball squads, a rugby club with a physically and culturally
diverse membership, athletics for disabled people, walking groups for older
people.