News: Finance
AFL commits further $8 million to back revival at community level
The AFL has announced it will commit $8 million in extra investment to help the game recover at a community level following two years disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. With...
Dec 14, 2021
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FIFA launches new commercial partnership packages for Women’s football, Men’s Football and esports
FIFA is this week launching three distinct commercial partnership verticals with a range of packages available across Women’s football, Men’s Football and esports/gaming to...
Dec 14, 2021
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Mount Morgan Aquatic Centre among Rockhampton facilities to receive funding
$7.9 million in funding from the Queensland Government and the resources sector will see Rockhampton gain major new sporting and mental health facilities. The projects were part...
Dec 13, 2021
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A-Leagues sell 30% stake to US private equity firm Silver Lake
Australian Professional Leagues (APL) has this morning advised that US-based private equity firm Silver Lake has acquired a 30% stake in the organisation. Advising of Silver...
Dec 13, 2021
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AFL Premiers Melbourne welcome $2.4 million sponsorship increase
AFL Premiers the Melbourne Demons have advised that they increase sponsorship and corporate hospitality revenue by more than 40% ($2.4 million) during the 2021 season, with...
Dec 13, 2021
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Australia Council announces latest investment of $8.49 million in diverse creative projects
Following revelations last week that it would no longer back Circus Oz, the Australia Council has today announced that it is investing almost $8.5 million in 173 projects...
Dec 13, 2021
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$60 million golf fund launched to redevelop under-performing courses into sport entertainment zones
A $60 million PlayGolf Fund has been launched by property and tourism company Mulpha Australia, which is providing the equity, and backed by Avid Sports Management and Golf...
Dec 13, 2021
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Queensland Government invests $2.1 billion in recycling programs
The Queensland Government is investing $2.1 billion in recycling to fast-track the State’s transition to a zero-waste society with the waste package including a $1.1 billion...
Dec 12, 2021
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Northern Territory secures more funding to support events
The Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) has just opened its latest round of Event Funding to fund exciting new events while helping some of those that already exist...
Dec 12, 2021
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Southern Cross University’s water efficiency generates significant savings
New water efficiency measures undertaken at Southern Cross University is generating significant savings equating to 17 megalitres within its Fitness Centre and Pool, tree...
Dec 11, 2021
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Outgoing Sydney Symphony Orchestra Chief Executive alleges NSW Government ‘hit job’
Outgoing Sydney Symphony Orchestra Chief Executive Emma Dunch has claimed she was subject to a “politically architected ‘hit job’ of the highest order” by the NSW Government as...
Dec 10, 2021
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AusCycling’s Ride Nation program to get $5 million in Federal Government funding
Community bike riding is set to benefit from a $5 million commitment from the Australian Government which will assist AusCycling deliver its Ride Nation program to more people...
Dec 10, 2021
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New statistics show COVID’s devastating impact on New Zealand tourism
The devastating impact of the pandemic on New Zealand’s tourism industry has been officially measured for the first time, with today’s release of the Tourism Satellite Account...
Dec 9, 2021
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Circus Oz to cease performances and operations
Circus Oz, the contemporary circus company founded in 1977, is to cease trading as a result of its the Board’s failure to secure the agreement of Company Members to a radical...
Dec 9, 2021
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DebitSuccess delivers on customer service at the Annual New Zealand Contact Centre Awards
Following its tradition for excellence in customer service, DebitSuccess by Xplor Technologies has been recognised at the New Zealand CRM Contact Centre Award. Known as the...
Dec 9, 2021
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Mount Barker Regional Aquatic and Leisure Centre project gets construction approval
The development of the $29.6 million Mount Barker Regional Indoor Aquatic and Leisure Centre in the Adelaide Hills could begin construction late next year with the project...
Dec 9, 2021
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Trends that have reshaped the leisure industry in 2021
With the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic having changed people’s ability to not only participate in leisure but also their spending habits, Kalkine Media’s Kunal Sawhney looks...
Dec 8, 2021
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Sport Australia launches new Director Education course
Sport Australia has launched the ‘Start Line’ Director Education course which aims to help directors at all levels govern successful sporting organisations. Aimed at support...
Dec 8, 2021
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Jetts Sydney gym declared insolvent
The Jetts gym in Sydney’s Haymarket is among a rising number of business failures recorded in November. NSW recorded 132 businesses in the state becoming insolvent last month,...
Dec 7, 2021
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Western Australian Government funding helps sport clubs to deliver healthy options
The Western Australian Government, through Healthway's Summer Healthy Sporting Club Program, has awarded more than $75,000 to 24 sports clubs from across the State. Summer...
Dec 7, 2021
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Wellington City Council pays $3.6 million to cover COVID-19 cancellation of art event
Wellington City Council has paid out $3.6 million to the World of WearableArt (WOW) event which was forced to cancel for a second successive year due to COVID-19 restrictions....
Dec 7, 2021
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NBL's Phoenix to accept cryptocurrencies for memberships and sponsorships
The South East Melbourne Phoenix will accept cryptocurrency as payment for memberships, sponsorships and corporate packages. The Phoenix will be the first NBL club to accept...
Dec 6, 2021
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Councils fail to maximise net zero emissions with their aquatic assets
As local governments look to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, Michael Cook, Principal at Hunt Architects, has highlighted how aquatic assets present a substantial and...
Dec 6, 2021
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$112.9 million announced for Victorian youth outdoor camps, cultural and sport workshops and swimming lessons
The Victorian Government has recognised the disruption that COVID restrictions caused for primary and secondary school students, and has announced a $112.9 million ‘Positive...
Dec 5, 2021
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