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Paralympics Australia (PA) is proud to be playing its role in a landmark initiative to strengthen Para-sport in Australia and enhance opportunities for athletes with a disability.
Known as the Para System Uplift, the initiative will boost funding for critical projects such as a Nationalised Classification System, a National Equipment Hub and expanded high performance pathways for emerging and elite athletes.
PA will play a key role in delivering and supporting these initiatives alongside its valued partners – including the Australian Sports Commission, Australian Institute of Sport and State Institutes and Academies of Sport – ensuring the system-wide changes lead to lasting progress.
Among the focuses will be improving access to coaching, competition, classification, and specialist equipment—critical elements that enable our athletes to thrive ahead of the. Brisbane 2032 Paralympic Games.
However, as important as this government investment is, it does not cover all the essential costs required to sustain and grow Paralympic sport in Australia. The reality is that Paralympics Australia remains reliant on donor support to deliver the scope of operations required to send our teams to the Summer and Winter Paralympic Games, and to continue fostering opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in sport.
“Our donors play a vital role in ensuring we can provide the best possible support for our athletes.” said Paralympics Australia Chief Executive Cameron Murray.
“While government funding strengthens key aspects of the high-performance system, it doesn’t replace the need for philanthropic support. We still need to invest in athlete development, community programs, and the resources required to get our teams to the Games.
“From the grassroots to the podium, our work is about ensuring every eligible Australian has the chance to participate and excel. We are committed to work across Australian sport to help deliver a system that not only produces champions but also inspires the nation as we prepare for our greatest Games yet in 2032.”
By Paralympics Australia.
Published 8 April, 2025.
