CANBERRA, ACT, Sept. 1 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release:
The Australian Government is investing in the next generation of Pacific sporting talent on their journey to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Australia will provide $15.6 million over 4 years to support athletes and officials from 13 Pacific countries to access high-performance training and qualification opportunities to compete at major international sporting events.
In partnership with the Australian Olympic Committee, Paralympics Australia, Commonwealth Games Australia and regional organisations, the funding will maximise Pacific athletes and officials' participation and opportunities for success.
Pacific athletes and official...