While many rights holders face financial instability in the wake of COVID-19, the Sydney Roosters will move into 2021 in a strong position after the club’s entire sponsorship portfolio agreed renewals, according to its sponsorship and sales manager, Ryan Sansom.
Automotive manufacturer Suzuki has agreed to a multi-year extension with the Melbourne Storm that will form part of a re-shuffle on the NRL clubs’ jersey.
Nike has expanded its partnership with the Sydney Swans that will see the global sportswear giant take over as apparel provider for both the club and its academy.
Cosmetics and hair care retailer, Price Attack, will replace healthcare firm Icon Group as the co-major partner of the Brisbane Lions AFLW team after agreeing to a new multi-year deal.
Through its partnership with Taronga Conservation Society Australia (Taronga), Insurance company QBE is able to achieve outcomes that offer tangible results, according to its chief marketing officer, Sara Foale.
Adam Zammit has been appointed as the new director, partnership and revenue for Sydney WorldPride after consulting to a number of Australian entertainment and arts organisations over the last few years.
Football Federation Australia posted a loss of $1.8 million in 2019/20 after broadcast, gate and sponsorship revenue collapsed during the pandemic, and the organisation expects a full year loss of $7.3 million in the current financial year.