The Tasmanian Institute of Sport has launched its first dedicated Para Unit, doubling athlete scholarships from four to eight and expanding its Talent Program from 10 to 20 para-athletes by 2026, ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Paralympic Games. Developed with the Australian Institute of Sport and Paralympics Australia, the initiative will strengthen pathways and remove barriers for athletes with a disability, backed by $1.32 million in funding from state and federal governments. This milestone builds a stronger para-sport system and creates new opportunities for Tasmanian athletes and coaches to achieve at the highest level.
