Question regarding the classification of sporting organisations, specifically Little Athletics and T-Ball, and their relationship to parent bodies and government funding. The Minister clarifies the definitions and funding status.

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9 August 2000
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(b) is this classification something which is different to an affiliate; (c) is the classification of subsidiary generally accepted in sport or it is one of convenience for Government; (d) if Little Athletics is considered to be a subsidiary of Athletica (even though it has its own constitution and national body), is T-Ball considered to be a subsidiary of either softball or baseball; (e) if not, why not; and (f) does T-Ball receive Government or Healthway grants?
(c) is the classification of subsidiary generally accepted in sport or it is one of convenience for Government; (d) if Little Athletics is considered to be a subsidiary of Athletica (even though it has its own constitution and national body), is T-Ball considered to be a subsidiary of either softball or baseball; (e) if not, why not; and (f) does T-Ball receive Government or Healthway grants?
(d) if Little Athletics is considered to be a subsidiary of Athletica (even though it has its own constitution and national body), is T-Ball considered to be a subsidiary of either softball or baseball; (e) if not, why not; and (f) does T-Ball receive Government or Healthway grants?
(e) if not, why not; and (f) does T-Ball receive Government or Healthway grants?
(f) does T-Ball receive Government or Healthway grants?

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Answered
14 November 2000
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97 days
The Minister Replied:
(a) In this context a subsidiary is an organisation that that is not affiliated to the State sporting association but represents a part of the same sport.
(b) Yes.
(c) It is an appropriate description.
(d) No.
(e) Tee Ball is recognised as a sport in its own right.
(f) Yes.

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