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flag In Australia’s Hunter region, most children don’t meet physical activity guidelines despite some sports participation, prompting research into engaging, movement-based learning programs.

flag In the Hunter region, fewer than one in three children meet national physical activity guidelines, with experts citing rising screen time and sedentary habits as key barriers, especially among girls and teens. flag Despite 70% participation in organized sports, most engage only once a week, falling short of daily recommendations. flag Researchers from the University of Newcastle, including Narelle Eather and Phil Morgan, are studying ways to boost engagement through child-centered programs like EMU, part of the federally funded Play Well initiative, which integrates movement with learning to improve enjoyment and long-term participation.

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