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Last year over 100,000 New Zealanders were injured taking part in sport and recreation, costing the taxpayer over $100 million. These injuries cause more than just physical pain. There is an emotional, financial and social cost.

Injury prevention is the core goal of ACC's SportSmart programme, a 10-point action plan for coaches and participants. Sports injuries are not caused by any single factor, so ACC SportSmart offers a generic plan that can be applied to all sports and recreational activities - whether it's swimming in summer, snowboarding in winter, or any activity at the New Zealand Masters Games.