Sport in Fiji Sport in Fiji Rugby union is the most popular sport in Fiji (especially of the sevens variety); however, rugby league, netball, and association football are also widely played. Various forms of traditional boat racing and wrestling are also popular. Sports culture is unique as different racial mixes and cultures come together in a common interest. The Fiji Sports Council is the custodian of all Fiji Government owned Sporting Facilities around the country. Fiji Sports Council is tasked to manage, maintain and upkeep all facilities under its area of responsibilities. The Fiji Sports Council is self funding and does not receive
Minister for Sport (Australia) been appointed as Minister for Sport, or any of its precedent titles: The following individuals have been appointed as Minister Assisting the Prime Minister for the Sydney 2000 Games: Minister for Sport (Australia) The Australian Minister for Sport is Senator the Hon. Bridget McKenzie, since 20 December 2017. In the Government of Australia, the minister administers the portfolio through the Department of Health. It was not until the Whitlam Government established the Department of Tourism and Recreation in 1972 that an Australian Government department had specific responsibility for sport. Previously the small amount of sport funding was distributed through ministries