Hedgeland wins the AYOF triathlonAustralian Jaz Hedgeland stormed home to be the first Australian since Emma Snowsill to win the Australian Youth Olympic Festival triathlon.
Rugby returns to the OlympicsRugby sevens is heading to the Rio 2016 Olympic Games via the 2013 Australian Youth Olympic Festival! Hear from Australian captains Rebecca Tavo and Ed Jenkins and star of the day Guy Hamilton.
Junior golfers tee off at Twin CreeksOlivia Vivian chats to some of the world's best young golfers at the 2013 AYOF.
AYOF 2013 Day 2 HighlightsCheck out all the action from day 2 of the 2013 AYOF.
Aussies dominate in the velodromeHannah Every-Hall speaks to the Aussie gold medallists at the opening day of cycling competition at the Dunc Gray Velodrome.
Out and about at the shootingAnnie Kearney interviews Emily Esposito from Australia, Hayley Chapman the Shooting Ambassador and Chinese Gold medallist Yang Hoaran.
Records fall in opening day of swimming actionSix races sees six records broken on the opening day of swimming at the 2013 AYOF.
Aussies defeat GB in hockey thrillerA hat-trick to Jack Elliot ensured that Australia finished on top after a tough-fought match with their British rivals in the men's hockey on Day 2 of the 2013 AYOF.
Diving into the AYOFDivers from Australia and Great Britain share their anticipation for the diving competition of the 2013 AYOF.
Canoe/Kayak comp heats upAustralian Youth Olympic Festival 2013 - Canoe Highlights
Aussies lift their way to PBs Jessica Barkhan, Hayley Ward, Joshua Wu and James Norman chat to Olivia Vivian about their efforts in the opening day of weightlifting at the 2013 AYOF.
Opening Ceremony HighlightsThe 2013 AYOF was a colourful, exciting and entertaining night. A parade of nations, lighting of the cauldron and heaps of amazing song and dance entertained the athletes and spectators alike.
Opening Ceremony Behind the ScenesYou can't help but dance when you're about to march in an Opening Ceremony! Athlete reporter Olivia Vivian was on the scene to lap it up.
Encouraging win for Australian badminton pair on Day 1Jacqueline Guan and Gronya Somerville had a straight sets win over Great Britain in the doubles component of the Team event. Australia 1 did go down 1-4 to the Brits and Australia 2 lost 0-5 to Malaysia on Day 1 of the 2013 AYOF.
AYOF Australian Swim Team PreviewAYOF Australian swimming head coach Bernie Mulray and athlete Brittany McEvoy chat with athlete reporter Olivia Vivian.
Aussies, China and Brazil share Canoe/Kayak sprint spoils Bernadette Wallace speaks to Australia's first gold medallists Bill Bain and Jordan Woods, along with fellow golden stars Isaquias Queiroz Dos Santos of Brazil and China's Yin Xinyi.
AYOF perfect path to Olympics: LautersteinAndrew Lauterstein won three medals at the Beijing Olympic Games. At the 2013 AYOF he is mentoring the future stars of swimming as an Athlete Ambassador.
Excitement build for athletes on AYOF eveAthletes of the 2013 Australian Youth Olympic Festival share their excitement as the beginning to the Festival is only one sleep away.
AYOF helped Crow to Olympic medals in LondonKim Crow won an historic two rowing medals at the London Olympic Games. In 2001 her Olympic journey started at the Australian Youth Olympic Festival as a 400m hurdler. She recalls the experience that helped her cope with senior level world class competition later in her career as a rower. In 2013 she is an ambassador for the sixth edition of the AYOF.
Good luck AYOF athletesOlympians from around the world wish the 2013 Australian Youth Olympic Festival athletes good luck! The AYOF 2013 will run in Sydney from January 16 - 20. All events are free.
Georgie Friedrichs - AYOF Rugby SevensTeenager Georgie Friedrichs talks about rugby sevens at the 2013 Australian Youth Olympic Festival and how touch football and rugby star Emilee Cherry recruited her. The AYOF 2013 will run in Sydney from January 16 - 20. All events are free including the Rugby Sevens which runs from January 18-19.
Brooke Walker - AYOF Rugby SevensAustralian touch football and rugby sevens representative Brooke Walker talks about rugby sevens at the 2013 Australian Youth Olympic Festival. The AYOF 2013 will run in Sydney from January 16 - 20. All events are free including the Rugby Sevens which runs from January 18-19.
Charlotte Caslick - AYOF Rugby SevensTalented touch football and rugby sevens player Charlotte Caslick talks about rugby sevens at the 2013 Australian Youth Olympic Festival. The AYOF 2013 will run in Sydney from January 16 - 20. All events are free including the Rugby Sevens which runs from January 18-19.
Amelia Gould set to shineAmelia Gould trains with James Magnussen and is set to make a splash in January at the 2013 Australian Youth Olympic Festival.
Nancy Wang - AYOF DivingDiver Nancy Wang talks about the 2013 Australian Youth Olympic Festival. The AYOF 2013 will run in Sydney from January 16 - 20. All events are free including diving which will run from 18-20 January at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre.
