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Partnership extended between Basketball Australia and Ford Dealer Network
An extension of the major partnership between Ford Dealer Network and Basketball Australia has today been announced at an event on the Gold Coast – marking Ford’s commitment to...
Jul 31, 2025
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World Athletics introduces gene testing for athletes wanting to compete in female events
World Athletics has announced that it is to mandate gene tests for athletes wishing to compete in the female category. Approved by the World Athletics Council, the new...
Jul 30, 2025
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Paddle Australia collaboration with Panthers Group unites two of Penrith’s most successful sporting institutions
With the countdown continuing to the ICF Slalom World Championships 2025, Paddle Australia has today announced a collaboration with the Panthers Group as a Platinum Partner of...
Jul 30, 2025
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ASC led national research unit to explore barriers, benefits and enablers of sport participation
Led by the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), a new national research unit has been established to build the evidence base needed to improve sport participation in Australia....
Jul 30, 2025
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Commonwealth Games Australia joins Sports Environment Alliance as its newest member
Sports Environment Alliance (SEA) has welcomed Commonwealth Games Australia (CGA) as its newest member with Craig Phillips CGA Chief Executive noting “joining SEA is important...
Jul 30, 2025
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AFL's Andrew Dillon commits to womens game
Ahead of AFLW’s 10th season, AFL Chief Executive Andrew Dillon has insisted that the competition remains an investment "absolutely worth making" despite concerns over stagnating...
Jul 30, 2025
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World Aquatics announces Beijing as host of 2026 short-course championships
World Aquatics has announced that Beijing will host the next World Aquatics Swimming Championships (25m) in late 2026. Announced overnight in Singapore, the hosting will see the...
Jul 29, 2025
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Latest round of AIS education scholarships supports record number of athletes
The latest round of the Australian Institute of Sport’s Athlete Education Scholarship (AES), delivered in partnership with the John and Myriam Wylie Foundation – the...
Jul 29, 2025
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Community Benefit Fund access increased for Northern Territory local sporting clubs and community groups
The Northern Territory Government is introducing legislation to allow Community Benefit Fund (CBF) grants to be used for capital works on NT Government-owned assets operated by...
Jul 29, 2025
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Singapore Swimming Club enhances bowling experience with CSML supplied Brunswick Sync management system
The CSML Group has announced the successful installation and launch of Brunswick’s Sync Scoring and Centre Management System at the prestigious Singapore Swimming Club. As the...
Jul 29, 2025
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New walking, cycling and trails-based activity strategy endorsed for NSW MidCoast
MidCoast Council has advised that Council has adopted a new Walking, Cycling and Trails-based Activity Strategy following community engagement in July and August 2024. Council...
Jul 29, 2025
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Resurfacing and competition-compliant lighting for Seymour Tennis courts
Mitchell Shire Council has advised that works are nearing completion on the upgrade of Enclosure 1 at the Seymour Tennis Complex, with the new courts now taking shape. The...
Jul 29, 2025
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Inaugural rugby festival for North Sydney brings sport and community together
An inaugural Rugby Festival starts today in North Sydney launching four days of rugby, live entertainment, and after-school family fun. The festival opens with a free afternoon...
Jul 29, 2025
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Go Media Stadium solar panels power sold-out One NZ Warriors match
Following the installation of over 1600 panels on the roof at Auckland's Go Media Stadium, the sellout crowd at Saturday evening’s One NZ Warriors vs Gold Coast Titans match...
Jul 28, 2025
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Otium Planning Group engaged to deliver concept plans for Alexandra Community Leisure Centre
Murrindindi Shire Council, located on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe, has advised that through joint funding, Council and Alexandra Secondary College (ASC) have commenced early...
Jul 28, 2025
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Government assistance available for flood impacted North and Far North Queensland sporting clubs
North and Far North Queensland Sport and Recreation clubs and local councils impacted by the floods in early 2025 can now apply for a share in $30 million to help repair and...
Jul 28, 2025
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Match Hospitality Asia expands 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup partnership
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has appointed Match Hospitality Asia as the official hospitality provider for the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup. Building on their success at the...
Jul 28, 2025
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Newcastle Jets announce Genesis Health + Fitness partnership
The Newcastle Jets have announced Genesis Health + Fitness as their Official Gym Partner of the Club for the 2025/26 A-League Season. The partnership will see the Newcastle Jets...
Jul 28, 2025
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Legacy Impact Program announced to create inclusive paddling participation pathways across NSW
The NSW Government has announced it will be providing $250,000 towards a Legacy Impact Program to create lasting, inclusive participation pathways across NSW to support the next...
Jul 28, 2025
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Victorian Government looks for feedback on Melbourne Grand Prix legislation changes
The Victorian Government is seeking feedback from the community on proposed changes to legislation that supports Melbourne's Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix. The Australian...
Jul 28, 2025
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Perth’s Morgan Park community sporting precinct continues to be transformed
The next stage of the Morgan Park community sporting precinct redevelopment is now underway in Perth’s southeast at Armadale with works commencing on a brand-new multi-use...
Jul 28, 2025
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New theme park combining dinosaurs and adventure sport opens on Japanese island of Okinawa
Junglia, a new attraction combining adventure sport and encounters with dinosaurs, has opened amid the subtropical greenery of the Japanese island of Okinawa. Located on the...
Jul 28, 2025
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Queensland Government makes Chief Executive appointment for Games Independent Infrastructure Authority
The Queensland Government has announced the appointment of infrastructure veteran Simon Crooks as Chief Executive of its Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination...
Jul 27, 2025
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Newcastle Knights name Peter Parr as new Chief Executive
The Newcastle Knights have announced a significant leadership transition that will see Philip Gardner, the current Chief Executive of Wests Group, officially transfer management...
Jul 27, 2025
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