News: Sport
Australian Olympic Committee welcomes Kirsty Coventry to IOC presidency and acknowledges Thomas Bach's service
Coinciding with Olympic Day (held on 23rd June) the Australian Olympic Committee congratulated Kirsty Coventry on her ascendency to the role of International Olympic Committee...
Jun 25, 2025
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AFL purchases Waverley Park from Hawthorn FC
The AFL has announced that Waverley Park in Melbourne's east has returned to its possession, after the League completed a deal to buy the venue from Hawthorn ahead of the Hawks'...
Jun 24, 2025
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Pollstar names Marvel Stadium among Global Top 10 venues
Melbourne's Marvel Stadium has been recognised as one of the Top 10 stadiums globally in the official 2025 Pollstar Mid-Year Top 50 Worldwide Stadium rankings. Measured between...
Jun 24, 2025
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PCYC NSW and Wilson Security collaborate to enhance youth employment outcomes
PCYC NSW and Wilson Security are collaborating to enhance employment outcomes and create career pathways for those who have faced barriers to traditional education or work...
Jun 24, 2025
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Queensland Rugby League unites with state government to combat betting harm
The Queensland Government and Queensland Rugby League have united to tackle sports betting with their joint 'Forget the bet. Enjoy the game' campaign now live. The two-year...
Jun 24, 2025
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Tenpin Bowling Australia looks to expand in schools with School Sport Victoria partnership
Tenpin Bowling Australia (TBA) has announced a new four-year partnership with School Sport Victoria (SSV), aimed at delivering more tenpin bowling opportunities for students...
Jun 24, 2025
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Gymnastics Australia appointment looks to strengthen organisational governance and stakeholder relations
Gymnastics Australia has announced the appointment of Hannah Barnes as General Manager - Governance and Executive Services, a move the sport says is aimed at "reinforcing our...
Jun 22, 2025
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UniSport introduces new festival experience for Nationals on the Gold Coast
With just three months 100 days to go until its annual 'Nationals' event on the Gold Coast in September, UniSport Australia has advised of the launch of UniFest, a dedicated...
Jun 22, 2025
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Mildura Council gains recognition for its gender equity in sport program
Mildura Rural City Council has secured a 2025 LGPro Award for Excellence for its delivery of the Victorian Government-funded ‘Gendering in a New Era In Mildura Sports’ program...
Jun 22, 2025
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A-League's Western United served with pay breach notices
Melbourne-based A-League Western United has been served with breach notices by a number of its players over overdue wages. It’s the second time in two months that the club has...
Jun 22, 2025
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Australian Institute of Sport launches new initiative to help athletes tackle life after sport
Aware that many retiring athletes face challenges after their sporting careers ends, the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) has launched the ‘Retired Athlete Peer Support...
Jun 22, 2025
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Robyn Kuhl to Step Down as Chief Executive of Volleyball WA
Volleyball WA has announced that Chief Executive Robyn Kuhl is to step down from her position, concluding a tenure marked by strong leadership, strategic growth and a deep...
Jun 22, 2025
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Western Australian Government launches PlayOn WA: 2030 by 2030
The Western Australian Government is aiming to ensure sport and recreation facilities keep pace with growing communities, support active lifestyles and provide inclusive spaces...
Jun 22, 2025
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Federal Government invests $2 million in support of Australia's 2026 Winter Paralympic Quest
The Federal Government is investing $2.06 million in funding to enable an athlete-focused approach to the delivery of the Australian Team for next year's Milano Cortina 2026...
Jun 22, 2025
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Tixserve joins with Rugby Australia to redefine fan experience for 2025 British and Irish Lions Tour
Ireland-based digital ticketing company Tixserve has announced an expansion into the Australian sporting market partnering with Rugby Australia for the upcoming 2025 British and...
Jun 22, 2025
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Live Nation APAC acknowledges new members of its Legend Club
Live Nation Entertainment has acknowledged the long service of Alex Klos, President - Australasia and Jackie Antas, Vice President Communications - Asia Pacific into their Live...
Jun 21, 2025
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Hutt City’s Te Aroha Softball Club secures Matariki award
The New Zealand Amateur Sport Association has announced that the 2025 Te Tohu Tiketike o Matariki award has been made to the Te Aroha Softball Club, Waiwhetū, Hutt City. The...
Jun 21, 2025
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Netball Australia partnership looks to expand global reach with international broadcast deal
Netball Australia has joined forces with global content distributor Inverleigh to broadcast Suncorp Super Netball and Origin Australian Diamonds matches across North America and...
Jun 21, 2025
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NBL and WNBL season schedules released together for the first time
In a significant moment for elite basketball, the Hungry Jack’s NBL and the WNBL schedules have been released side by side, marking an important step forward for a united...
Jun 19, 2025
Sport
AFL and Telstra launch Touch and Track technology at Marvel Stadium
In a significant development for accessible sport, the AFL in conjunction with Telstra, will be introducing game-changing Telstra Touch and Track technology for blind and...
Jun 19, 2025
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Western Australian Government opens EOI for construction partners to deliver Stage 1 of Malaga Sports Precinct
The Malaga Sports Precinct, strategically located adjacent to the new Malaga METRONET station and close to the Perth Film Studios, is a landmark project looking to transform...
Jun 19, 2025
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UTMB brings its trail running experience to Indonesia
'Trail of the Kings - Lake Toba' by UTMB® will make its debut on the UTMB® World Series calendar 17th to 19th October 2025, offering the UTMB® experience to Indonesia and the...
Jun 19, 2025
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More than $49 million invested to expand and upgrade sport and recreation infrastructure across Canberra
Aimed at creating more spaces for communities to play, train, and connect, the 2025-26 ACT Budget is investing more than $49 million to expand and upgrade sport and recreation...
Jun 19, 2025
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New Aquatics Arena revealed for Singapore's 2025 World Championships
Completed in time for next month's World Aquatics Championships Singapore 2025, the event organising committee has revealed the World Aquatics Championships (WCH Arena) at the...
Jun 18, 2025
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