News: Sport
Adelaide Oval turf team to maintain playing surfaces at local grounds and schools
The team behind Adelaide Oval’s playing surface has revealed a new partnership that will see it prepare and maintain grounds on the city's Fitzroy Terrace as well as...
Aug 10, 2025
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Grants open to support South Australian community AFL clubs upgrade infrastructure and facilities
South Australian community AFL clubs can now apply for grants of up to $300,000 to help upgrade their infrastructure and facilities, with over $3 million available in the latest...
Aug 8, 2025
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A-League club Western United facing collapse after licence withdrawal
Financially troubled A-League club Western United has had its licence withdrawn as part of Football Australia’s regulatory processes, a move which threatens the outfit’s...
Aug 8, 2025
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New Tasmanian Government ministry announced
Forming a new minority government, Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has presented his new Cabinet, in which Nick Duigan will remain as Minister for Energy and Renewables,...
Aug 8, 2025
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ESSA appoints former Chief Executive of Collingwood Football Club and Swimming Australia to its Board of Directors
Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) has appointed Mark Anderson, former Chief Executive of Collingwood Football Club, Swimming Australia and Hockey Australia, to its...
Aug 7, 2025
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Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park unveils new outdoor sport courts and innovative play area
Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP), Hong Kong's largest integrated sport and entertainment hub is is committed to fostering an inclusive community and has unveiled its new outdoor zone...
Aug 7, 2025
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South Australian Government releases its strategy for sport, active recreation and racing
The South Australian Government’s Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing (ORSR) has launched its 2025 - 2030 Strategic Plan with its vision for the future including a focus on...
Aug 7, 2025
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Australian sporting organisations encouraged to boost gender equity via ASC leadership program
Sporting organisations looking to build stronger, more inclusive cultures are being encouraged to apply for the Australian Sports Commission’s (ASC) Women Leaders in Sport...
Aug 7, 2025
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Whitehorse City Council adopts Open Space Strategy 2025
Whitehorse City Council has adopted the Whitehorse Open Space Strategy 2025 providing a clear framework for delivering a well-connected, high-quality, and sustainable open space...
Aug 7, 2025
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Games of the Future hybrid sport competition curated to engage both physical and digital audiences
The Games of the Future 2025 hybrid (physical + digital) sports competition - the pinnacle of the phygital sports calendar – will deliver a lineup of phygital disciplines...
Aug 7, 2025
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Matthew Pavlich named Sydney Swans Chief Executive
The Sydney Swans have announced the appointment of former Fremantle captain and AFL Hall of Fame inductee Matthew Pavlich as their next Chief Executive. The announcement follows...
Aug 6, 2025
Sport
Second phase of 'The Dunes' development unveiled for Mount Maunganui Golf Club
Golf New Zealand has advised that Mount Maunganui Golf Club, located in the Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand's North Island, has officially opened the second phase of its...
Aug 6, 2025
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Myrtha Pools and World Aquatics agree expanded partnership
The just concluded World Aquatics Championships in Singapore has seen the renewal of a partnership between Myrtha Pools and World Aquatics, extended through until 2029. This...
Aug 6, 2025
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Northern Territory Para Sport Unit launches in Darwin
The Northern Territory Sports Academy (NTSA) Para Sport Unit has launched in Darwin marking the sixth to come online across Australia in the past seven months. Para-athletes...
Aug 6, 2025
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Wyndham City supports local sport with $3.75 million revitalisation boost
Wyndham City is investing $3.75 million in local sport and active recreation through its new Wyndham Active Revitalisation Program, to be delivered across the 2025/26 and...
Aug 6, 2025
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Revo Fitness and Adelaide 36ers extend their partnership
Fast growing fitness chain, Revo Fitness and NBL club Adelaide 36ers are extending their partnership for a further two years. Under the partnership, Revo will be acknowledged as...
Aug 6, 2025
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Kai Tak Sports Park welcomes its one-millionth spectator during Hong Kong Football Festival 2025
Hong Kong's Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) has welcomed its one-millionth spectator today during the Hong Kong Football Festival 2025 marking an important milestone in the park's...
Aug 6, 2025
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Chubb renews its multi-year partnership with Australian Open
Tennis Australia has today announced that leading insurance company Chubb - a key partner of the Australian Open since 2020 - has renewed its multi-year partnership with the...
Aug 6, 2025
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Mildura recreation groups and event organisers supported with $500,000 in grants
Mildura Rural City Council advises they have presented more than $500,000 through their latest round of Recreation Assistance and Event Funding and Support Grant programs to...
Aug 6, 2025
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Myrtha Pools backs competition and new world records at 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore
With the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore coming to a close on Sunday night after 24 days of high-level competition, Myrtha Pools has highlighted its role in...
Aug 6, 2025
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New Director General at Western Australia’s Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport
The Western Australian Government has announced the appointment of Chad Anderson as the new Director General at its Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (WA...
Aug 5, 2025
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Modular change room enhances access and comfort at Greater Shepparton’s Wanganui Oval
Greater Shepparton City Council has announced the completion of a new modular change room facility at Wanganui Oval in Shepparton, significantly improving accessibility and...
Aug 5, 2025
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Northern Grampians Shire Council spotlights Pickleball as popular activity
Northern Grampians Shire Council has advised that following the success of an introductory Rock Up to Pickleball session at St Arnaud, the latest sporting phenomena is set to...
Aug 5, 2025
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Wellington Awards recognise significant contribution of volunteers across the arts, recreation and sport
The Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards – Wellington City and the Pōneke Civic Awards have recognised individuals and groups dedicated to fostering inclusive dialogue...
Aug 5, 2025
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