Exercise, sport and physical activity have long been a central feature of the Australian history and culture, documented by the media, news and our communities. Historical, sporting achievements helped shaped the value and beliefs of Australians, and as a result affected the social and cultural attitudes and beliefs that now influence the sport Australian’s choose to play. For example, Australia’s sporting culture is heavily influenced by our history as a former British colony and the participation in sports such as cricket, rugby union and athletics. The sporting history and culture of Australian’s has to not only led to high participation of sport but the continuing involvement of soccer, Australian rules football, golf, tennis, Australian