The organisation also operates the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) and manages the Centre of Excellence at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in Canberra.
This marked a significant step in aligning Australian basketball with international standards, including adopting uniform rules and establishing player eligibility criteria.
[8] The arrival of American servicemen during World War II and European migrants post-war further diversified playing styles, with contributions from figures like Leon Baltrunis and De Lyle Condie.
[5] The transition to the modern era saw the rebranding of the national governing body to Basketball Australia in 1996, aligning with professional standards and expanding its role in managing domestic leagues like the NBL and WNBL.
These members are: These associations play a central role in nurturing local talent, organising competitions, and implementing Basketball Australia’s policies at the grassroots level.