There is a definite aim of the Games to promote community interest and participation in mature age sport and to thereby contribute to the health of its citizens and the nation. All Australian Masters Games have catered for over 40 sports. The mix of sports has a local basis with sports that are popular in those States drawing the most competitors. They include Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Touch, Basketball, Softball, Badminton, and Tennis. A significant number of competitors compete in more than one sport.
Partners often compete in other sports.
A large number of venues are required to accommodate the sports. Sports such as equestrian, cricket, golf, and cycling require large event areas. Volunteers Volunteers are a major feature of Masters Games. Each Games organizing body may have up to 20 staff. The organizing body will require over 250 volunteers to co-ordinate the Games and the Games office.