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flag Kids in NSW Hunter region fall short on activity; experts push for fun, sustainable sports to combat screen overuse and dropouts.

flag Children in the Hunter region are not meeting recommended physical activity levels, with many spending excessive time on screens despite 70% participating in organized sports, often just one hour per week. flag Experts, including Associate Professor Nicole Eather, link the decline to addictive digital devices and unhealthy environments. flag Eather’s EMU program integrates movement with learning to boost fitness and enjoyment, while a $1.36 million federal-funded study examines sport participation, costs, and benefits. flag Efforts are underway to redesign youth sports to better align with children’s interests, especially to reduce dropout rates among girls and promote long-term health through enjoyable, sustainable activities.

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