It’s sad to see a young girl be excluded from competing for her school rugby team in this day and age, says Green Party Sports and Recreation spokesperson Marama Davidson. “We need to leave these attitudes in the past. Especially with kids. Briar is an accomplished player who has been playing club and representative rugby since she was 5 years old “It’s pretty clear that the organisers’ attitudes weren’t motivated by a concern for her safety. She has already played...

Everyone should have access to a range of recreational and sporting opportunities, to promote healthy lifestyles and community involvement. Community sport and recreation facilities should be accessible Facilities should offer a range of activities that cater for different ages, abilities, and interests in ways that maximise the use of venues and minimise the cost of participation. Central and local government should encourage flexible pricing for swimming pools and other recreation facilities e.g. lower prices during off-peak hours. Facilities should be...