Australian Institute Of Sport
Nicole Townsend (nee Thomas) has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Nicole started their career at the Australian Institute of Sport in September 2007 as a Laboratory Manager (Physiology) and held this position until June 2018. From July 2018 to April 2021, they served as the High Performance Centre Manager at the same institute. Currently, they are working as the Quality Assurance Lead at the Australian Institute of Sport, a role they assumed in May 2021. In 2008, Nicole also joined the ACT Emergency Services Agency as a Member of the ACT State Emergency Service. Nicole later became Deputy Commander in June 2013 and eventually rose to the position of Commander in August 2015, a role they held until December 2018.
Nicole Townsend (nee Thomas) obtained a BAppSci degree in Human Movement from Federation University Australia, completing their education from 2003 to 2006.
Australian Institute Of Sport
In collaboration with National Sporting Organisations (NSOs), the National Institute Network and partners, the AIS strives to identify and solve strategic problems on the frontiers of ethical sporting performance. Originally built around a centralised Canberra campus in 1981, the AIS is evolving and expanding its reach. The modern AIS is mobile and agile, helping athletes and sports to get the right services, support and expertise. The AIS campus in Canberra will continue to hold its place as a driver of national pride and inspiration through an ongoing commitment to deliver on sport priorities. We have partnered with the National Institute Network, which already provide high-class facilities, expertise and service delivery across the country. This partnership enables the AIS to focus on areas that make it unique and that can give Australian sport a competitive edge.