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In this collection of incidents of racism in Australian sports, the author is honest in his condemnation of the offenders, sporting administrators and government officials who continue to deny that there is a problem of racism in sport.
This book exposes the passion and courage of the man behind the public face and reveals how a childhood growing up in a fringe camp on the outskirts of Cunnamulla in south-west Queensland, fired his determination to fight for human rights. On a journey marked by controversy, he has advanced from one legal battle to another.
Examines racism in sport; discrimination and inequalities of opportunities and facilities; participation in soccer, athletics, cricket, boxing, Australian Rules football, both rugby codes and minor sports, basketball, cycling, darts, horse racing, tennis, volleyball and wrestling; effects of settlements and missions on participation; Aboriginal sportswomen; politics and sport; Yuendumu Games; extensive biographies.
Prepared by two well-known sports journalists this book examines the careers and thoughts of two men who have achieved legendary status in their respective rugby codes and who have both represented Australia for some 13 seasons. The discussion covers a wide range of topics including touring, violence, training, referees, international rugby, the media, personal life and the future of rugby. Includes many illustrations and a profile of both players.
Australia is the sum total of its people, with a story behind every person. This tells 1001 of those stories. It includes the factual, concise account of the lives of people from all walks of life, from polititians, pop stars, Nobel Laureates, thinkers, singers, sporting identities, criminals and clergy to name just a few.
The autobiography of legendary rugby player Robin McBryde. On his retirement he reveals in this volume various aspects of his career and experience coaching the Welsh team. An English translation by the author of the first major biography of Robin McBryde.
Rarely has someone involved with sport - and certainly never before a referee or umpire - transcended the boundaries of his or her code the way Harringan has' COURIER MAIL
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One of a series of educational resource books offering information about contemporary issues in Australian society. Information is sourced from newspapers, journals, government reports, surveys, websites and lobby group literature. This volume looks at issues surrounding racism in Australia, State and Territory legislation, cultural perspectives, and countering racism in schools. Includes source references, illustrations, statistical facts and figures, website listing and index.