News: Finance
City of Launceston welcomes federal funding for UTAS Stadium
City of Launceston has welcomed the announcement that along with the Federal Government contributing $240 million towards a new sport stadium in Hobart, $65 million will be...
Apr 30, 2023
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Exeter Soccer Club receives funding to help athletes stay hydrated
Exeter Soccer Club, located in the Southern Highlands of NSW, has received $6,000 in grant funding through Council’s 2022/23 Community Assistance Scheme to install a water...
Apr 30, 2023
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Balmain Corporation sells d’Albora Marina portfolio for $225 million
Listed alternative asset manager MA Financial has entered the marine sector with the $225 million acquisition of Sydney-based Balmain Corporation’s d’Albora Marina portfolio....
Apr 30, 2023
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Fair Work Ombudsman recovers more than $239,000 from Sydney hospitality sector
After investigating employers in Sydney’s hospitality precincts, the Fair Work Ombudsman has recovered $239,505 in wages from 49 businesses across Haymarket, Chinatown, Darling...
Apr 29, 2023
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces $300 million funding for new Tasmanian stadia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has officially announced that the Federal Government will contribute $240 million towards a new sport stadium in Hobart along with $65 million to...
Apr 28, 2023
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Concepts revealed for redevelopment of Auckland’s Eden Park into roofed sport and entertainment arena
The Eden Park Trust has today revealed plans for a multimillion-dollar redevelopment of Auckland’s Eden Park that, with a retractable roof, three new grandstands and a...
Apr 28, 2023
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YouGov Sport reveals innovative sponsorship prospecting tool
A new tool developed by YouGov Sport aims to enhance the process of attracting sponsorship by identifying ideal partners for sports clubs and leagues. Developed over the last...
Apr 28, 2023
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AUSactive Chief Executive says fitness can ‘save’ Medicare
AUSactive Chief Executive Barrie Elvish has today called on Australia's governments to "move from reactive health approaches to a creative preventative health philosophy" in...
Apr 27, 2023
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Golf Australia partners with Youth on Course to launch TeeMates
Partnering with Youth on Course, Golf Australia has launched TeeMates - an affordable virtual golf membership for children and youth under 18. The partnership will provide the...
Apr 27, 2023
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Federal Government set to contribute $240 million for AFL stadium in Hobart
The Australian Government is set to commit $240 million for the planned new Hobart Stadium, dwarfing all previous Federal contributions for major venues. While not confirmed,...
Apr 26, 2023
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Rugby Australia advises of financial rebound with $8.2 million surplus
Rugby Australia has reported a significant financial turnaround achieving a surplus of $8.2 million for 2022 - its first in four years. Having suffered a $27.1 million deficit...
Apr 26, 2023
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ATEC spotlights need for budget boost to help in recovery of Australia’s inbound tourism
The Australian Tourism Export Council has spotlighted the need for a supportive Federal Budget to help industry businesses ensure Australia remains competitive as a global...
Apr 26, 2023
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Kakadu and Uluru-Kata Tjuta national parks to receive extra $262.3 million in Federal Budget
Australia’s Kakadu and Uluru-Kata Tjuta are among the National Parks in the Northern Territory to benefit from an extra $262.3 million in the 2023-24 Federal Budget, to address...
Apr 25, 2023
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Rosterfy's attracts $9.8 million investment to grow its volunteer and workforce management platform
Mass volunteer and workforce management platform Rosterfy has announced that ASX-listed technology expansion capital fund Bailador Technology Investments Limited is heading a...
Apr 25, 2023
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Deep Creek Golf Club goes into voluntary administration
Cardinia Shire Council, located in Melbourne’s southeast, has recently been informed of the voluntary administration of the Deep Creek Golf Club Incorporated. The club is...
Apr 23, 2023
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Golf
NBL exploring sale of Tasmania JackJumpers
The NBL has revealed a potential sale of the Tasmania JackJumpers, with Australia’s elite National basketball league looking for “the right owners to take the team forward”. If...
Apr 21, 2023
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Insurer provides incentives for healthy lifestyle behaviour
AIA Australia (AIA) has launched incentives for life insurance customers showing healthy behaviours as part of its retail insurance offering. AIA is offering Healthier Life...
Apr 20, 2023
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Australian Institute of Marine Science additional funding will support equipment upgrades and job security
The Australian Institute of Marine Science, with parts of its Townville headquarters currently uninhabitable due to mould growth and decaying air conditioning units, and facing...
Apr 19, 2023
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Northern Territory Aboriginal cultural tourism enhanced by million dollar grant program
Northern Territory Aboriginal owned businesses or organisations with a goal to develop or enhance Aboriginal cultural tourism experiences and products can now apply for funding...
Apr 19, 2023
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Report says Fitness and Lifestyle Group looking to sell Jetts Fitness 24/7 New Zealand gyms
Fitness and Lifestyle Group is understood to be looking to sell its New Zealand-based Jetts Fitness 24/7 chain. Having sold Jetts Fitness' Australian gyms last September,...
Apr 19, 2023
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Dentsu announces Dentsu Sports Analytics and global Managing Director appointment
Dentsu Sports International has announced the launch of dentsu Sports Analytics, a new global offering bringing together the research, data, and analytics capabilities of MKTG...
Apr 18, 2023
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Applications open for Victoria’s Together More Active program
The Victorian Government has opened applications for the Together More Active program to eligible state sporting associations, state sport and recreation bodies, regional...
Apr 18, 2023
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Owing $3.8 million director behind failed Ticket Rocket loses Court appeal
Matt Davey, the former owner of Fortress Information Systems, which traded as Ticket Rocket and was previously known as TicketDirect, has lost his Court appeal for an...
Apr 17, 2023
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Rugby Australia and British and Irish Lions announce joint commercial venture for 2025 tour
The British and Irish Lions and Rugby Australia have today announced the creation of a joint venture to manage the commercial offering for the 2025 Tour to Australia. The joint...
Apr 16, 2023
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