FrontRunners works to protect the future of sport, the future of all of us.

We know climate change is already impacting sport: from extreme heat to bushfire smoke, drought and flooding, it's striking at the heart of the games we love.

But with millions of passionate fans and followers, athletes, clubs, leagues and tournaments have the power to change the game.

FrontRunners helps sport go from sideline to centre court on climate action.

About us

We’ve seen outrageous temperatures at the Australian Open force early retirements. Bushfire smoke has led to the cancellation and relocation of matches and training.

Insurance premiums rose dramatically for local clubs in the expanding fire and flood-prone parts of the country. And the last decade of prolonged droughts followed by flooding has led to games and entire seasons being cancelled.

Sport's future is more uncertain than ever, but its power has never been more important

"Sport has the power to overcome old divisions and create the bond of common aspirations"

Nelson Mandela

We do the heavy lifting to understand how sport is threatened by climate and environmental crises. We share that knowledge with industry to mobilise them to adapt and respond to the challenges we're facing.

Building on that knowledge, we deliver bespoke solutions for athletes, player associations, and sporting organisations.

Our services

Journal

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Interview | Majell Backhausen

Meet Majell Backhausen: Ultra Runner, Patagonia Ambassador, Human

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Interview | Majell Backhausen

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Interview | Nicola Barr

We were lucky enough to chat with AFLW’s Nicola Barr about her work as a climate advocate and how she integrates her sporting and climate work.

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Interview | Nicola Barr

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Three books, podcasts and docos to get you started

Want to learn more but not sure where to begin? Overwhelmed by the amount of content out there? We’ve got you covered. Here are three great books, podcasts and docos to get you started.

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Three books, podcasts and docos to get you started

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Interview | Rhydian Cowley

We chatted to Australian racewalker Rhydian Cowley about why climate action is so important to him and the incredible work he's done to advocate for a greener future.

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Interview | Rhydian Cowley

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From wherever we are, FrontRunners is proud to acknowledge the traditional custodians of country throughout Australia, and recognise their continuing connection to this land, its waterways, and the stars in the sky, since time immemorial. It is our privilege to pay respect to their Elders, knowledge holders, and to all the generations of First Nations’ peoples who have nurtured this land for over 80,000 years and continue to do so today.
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