News: Finance
‘Most disliked’ Collingwood enjoy rising merchandise sales after AFL grand final win
Dr Abdel K Halabi, co-editor of Sporting Traditions , the journal of the Australian Society for Sports History, has highlighted now Collingwood FC’s win in the 2023 AFL grand...
Dec 27, 2023
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Recovery package available for tourism industry operators in Cairns and wider region
With Tropical Cyclone Jasper and flooding events have impacted a number of tourism operators, those eligible will have immediate access to a $5 million tourism recovery package....
Dec 23, 2023
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Fremantle Council rejects tenders for South Beach change rooms design
The two tenders submitted to build new toilets and change rooms at South Beach toilet have been rejected by Fremantle Council due to the amount being significantly above cost...
Dec 21, 2023
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Qudos Bank Arena continues partnership with Starlight Children’s Foundation
Qudos Bank Arena, managed by ASM Global and owned by TEG, has announced the continuation of its long-term partnership with the Starlight Children’s Foundation. Known for...
Dec 20, 2023
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Supreme Court orders Perth Glory receivers and APLto release wind-up documentation
Events that led to the voluntary receivership of A-League club Perth Glory and an unsuccessful potential sale are to be revealed following the Supreme Court of Western Australia...
Dec 20, 2023
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Clubfunders and PokitPal partnership to reduce cost of community sport membership
A partnership between Gold Coast-based sports payment technology company, Clubfunders, and cashback shopping platform, PokitPal aims to make sports club memberships cheaper and...
Dec 19, 2023
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LPA 'sets the record straight' on new performers collective agreement
With negotiations on a new performers collective agreement (PCA) having stalled and theatrical productions set to be leafletted by trade union delegates in the new year, Live...
Dec 18, 2023
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Report advises of positive impact of FIFA 2023 Women’s World Cup on New Zealand
An impact evaluation report released by the New Zealand Government has shown that the nation’s co-hosting of this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup delivered a net economic benefit...
Dec 17, 2023
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Administrators liquidate remnants of UFC Gym Australia and New Zealand businesses
With debts of over $15 million, companies trading as UFC Gym Australia and New Zealand have been ordered into liquidation by the NSW Supreme Court. The collapse of the gym chain...
Dec 17, 2023
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Funding announced for Western Australian aquatic and sport facilities and Kimberley tourism
The Western Australian Government has announced a funding boost of more than $2.1 million for sport and recreation facilities along with a new $2.8 million Kimberley Tourism...
Dec 17, 2023
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Funding boost for Fremantle arts, community and youth projects
The City of Fremantle's latest round of Creative Arts and Community grants has delivered a funding boost for 13 local projects. The successful recipients – four for the arts,...
Dec 16, 2023
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Additional $4.9 million delivered for Kimberley’s Kununurra Aquatic and Leisure Centre
The Kununurra Aquatic and Leisure Centre, located in the Western Australian shire of Wyndham East Kimberley, is receiving an extra $4.9 million in funding from the State...
Dec 14, 2023
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Creative Australia to invest $170 million in 159 organisations
From 2025 to 2028, Creative Australia will invest $42.4 million per annum in 159 organisations arts and cultural organisations, providing employment pathways for creative...
Dec 14, 2023
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ANU receives funding to help increase participation in community arts
With an increased focus on ACT communities that have limited access to opportunities to be creative, the ACT Government is providing more than $2 million over the next three...
Dec 14, 2023
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ASC invests additional $2 million to support athletes ahead of Paris 2024 Games
The Australian Sports Commission is investing an additional $2 million to financially support athletes and their families as they prepare for the Paris 2024 Olympic and...
Dec 13, 2023
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$1.5 million otter habitat at Brooklands Zoo causes concern for New Plymouth Council
New Plymouth District Council’s last meeting of the year was held this week during which councillors were divided on the next long-term plan budget with the future of New...
Dec 13, 2023
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Incoming Queensland Premier to review Olympic stadium plans
Incoming Queensland Premier Steven Miles has said he will establish an independent body to oversee infrastructure for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The move follows...
Dec 12, 2023
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'Historic' three-year pay deal agreed between Netball Australia and elite players
Super Netball players have agreed a new pay deal with Netball Australia that includes revenue sharing revenue with the governing body - ending a year-long stalemate that has...
Dec 12, 2023
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QUT awarded $2.27 million boost to train data scientists for sports tech challenges
With the Australian sports tech industry facing new challenges, Queensland University of Technology (QUT) has been awarded two grants, worth a total of $2.27 million, to train a...
Dec 12, 2023
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Board dismissed and former NSW Premier steps in at NRL club Wests Tigers
The NRL’s Wests Tigers have overhauled their entire administration following an independent review into the club, bringing in former NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell as interim...
Dec 12, 2023
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Tourism Council WA critical of Federal Government’s cut in migration numbers
The Federal Government’s newly announced plan to cut Australia’s migrant intake over the next two years will have devastating effects for the tourism industry, according to...
Dec 11, 2023
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Netball Australia Chief Executive Kelly Ryan announces resignation
After leading Netball Australia through a tumultuous period, Kelly Ryan, the organisation's Chief Executive, has announced her resignation. Ryan told the Netball Australia board...
Dec 11, 2023
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Inner West Council submits plan to revitalise Leichhardt Oval
Sydney's Inner West Council has submitted an approved Masterplan to the State and Federal Governments seeking a joint funding partnership to revitalise Leichhardt Oval - a...
Dec 11, 2023
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Bankrupt former Ticket Rocket Director living in 'luxury’ in Sydney
Matt Davey, the former owner of Dunedin-based ticketing platform Fortress Information Systems, has been reported as “living in a luxury Sydney apartment” while his businesses...
Dec 11, 2023
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