Rugby Field Surface – Natural Vs Artificial Turf
Choosing the best surface for rugby fields might seem like an easy task, but with…
Rugby Field Surface – Natural Vs Artificial Turf
Choosing the best surface for rugby fields might seem like an easy task, but with many pros and cons related to both natural and artificial turf, this decision can be challenging. Historically, rugby fields had natural grass surfaces, but nowadays, artificial turf – especially third-generation options – has gained a lot of popularity. Wondering why? …
Pacific Championships come to a close, AFLW Finals, A-league Men continue great season start – its the Weekend crowds and TV.
The 2024 #PacificChampionships were attended by more than 114,816 people across 14 matches, with an average day attendance of 19,136. (73% of capacity) Kiwis/Kangaroos 17,005 @ Apollo Project Stadium (Note Attendances in Port Moresby are Not available at this time – if you can fill the gaps please feel free to DM me) 4.38 million…
2023-24 Annual Reports
Heres where Ill be keeping a list of the annual reports as released. Cricket Stadiums Government Broadcasters Misc
Australian Media Rights / Broadcast Deals 2024
A somewhat up to date list of Australian media rights deals including the ABL, A-leagues, AFL, Cricket Australia, Melbourne Cup Carnival, NBL, Netball Australia, NRL, Racing NSW/ATC and WNBL. ABL (ended 2024) Triple B Media The Australian Baseball League has announced a broadcast licensing agreement with Triple-B Media. Under the partnership terms, the ABL will…
2024 AFLW season takes a record 263,000 attendance, up 1.65% on 2023
Over the course of the Home and away season, the AFLW was attended by 263,308 at an average of 2,660, using 21.63% of available capacity. this includes the 23,085 that attended the Mens finals double header at the MCG in Round 2. This figure is up 1.63% on average and the best since 2019, and…
Influence of AFL and NRL on Online Betting Patterns and Casino in Australia
The connection between sports and online betting is becoming increasingly significant in Australia. Understanding the role of the AFL and NRL is crucial for anyone interested in this dynamic landscape. The growth in betting patterns is reshaping how fans engage with their favourite sports. As someone who follows the AFL and NRL closely, you’re likely…
2024 State of the Game: Australian Football League (AFL)
By almost every measure the AFL has had a sterling year, with attendance, membership, participation and television viewing reaching unprecedented numbers. Attendance Attendance is the AFLs bread and butter, and I doubt theres anyone who seriously believes that they have a serious rival in crowd terms. A record 8.29 million people attended the entire season…
Storm to bid for 2025 NRL Grand Final
The Heraldsun reports that Storm supremo Matt Tripp has revealed his interest in joining forces with the Victorian government to make a fresh bid for the 2025 NRL grand final to be played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. “If the opportunity is there to bid for the grand final to be hosted in a particular…
“Terrible Location” – Now MacPoint Stadium opposed by Symphony Orchestra
News Limited and the Guardian have both reported on the Tasmania Symphony Orchestras opposition to the location of the new stadium. The TSO has commissioned two independent acoustic reports in the past 12 months. Both reports, seen by Guardian Australia, warn greater measures will be needed to address the potential for sound spill and reverberation…
Seven’s AFL Grand Final: #1 program of 2024
The Seven Network’s live, free and exclusive coverage of the 2024 AFL Grand Finalcaptured the attention of the nation on Saturday, reaching 6.09 million Australians andbecoming the most-watched program of 2024. The Grand Final, which saw the Brisbane Lions take the 2024 crown in a dominant 60 pointvictory over the Sydney Swans, captured a total…
Friday TV – NRL Prelim ratings bonanza
The Telegraph reports that more than 1.9 million people watched Melbourne’s win against the Roosters on Friday night which was a significant boost compared to the corresponding game last year. The number of people who watched the game this year was up by 36.1 per cent compared to the Panthers and Storm preliminary finals clash…
RSL Tasmania wants museum, ANZAC Day profits and naming of grandstand if Macquarie Point stadium is built
The ABC reports that RSL Tasmania wants a museum, special naming of grandstands – “such as a Cenotaph end and veteran’s end”, and naming sections of the arena after Tasmanian Victoria Cross winners – and a “recognition of service at the start of every event” as part of the Macquarie Point stadium precinct, should the…
Cronulla call for Gov Funding to upgrade stadium
The Telegraph reports that Cronulla CEO Dino Mezzatesta has come out swinging for urgent government funding to overhaul PointsBet Stadium amid the club’s chase for a historic four titles across the NRL, NRLW, NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg competitions. Despite the massive role the Sharks and Panthers play in developing the game at a grassroots…
NRL on Nine up 11% in 2024, but Sevens AFL rating higher
The AFR reports that in 2024, the Nine Network had an average television audience of 521,600 for the home and away NRL series, up 11 per cent on the previous year. There are still two weeks to go in the NRL finals, but the average audience for Nine is 759,100. Seven says the home and…
Decision delay blows timelines for Tasmanian AFL High Performance Centre
The Mercury reports that the schedule for building the Tasmania Devils’ $70m High Performance Centre has been blown out of the water by the state government’s failure to announce whether it will be located at Rosny or Kingston. Rosny Parklands was announced as the site in December beating out a bid from KIngborogh Council, however…
$50m Coopers Stadium upgrade complete
Players and fans alike will be treated to an enhanced matchday experience at Coopers Stadium when the A-Leagues’ 2024/2025 season kicks off next month, following a significant investment in South Australia’s ‘Home of Football’ by the State Government and Adelaide Venue Management. The Stadium has had a new pitch and upgraded active support zones. More…
Should the MCG be bigger?
The Heraldsun notes that a Victorian team won’t be seen, yet 100,000 spectators will still pack the MCG this Saturday. This follows the cathedral hosting two 90,000-plus finals this season for match-ups far from traditional blockbusters. There is a trend at play. Nine of the last ten finals at the MCG have topped 90,000, and…
Oztam confirms Foxtel withdrawal from ratings system
OzTAM confirmed Foxtel’s departure late today (25 September 2024), expressing disappointment at the withdrawal. The streaming and satellite TV business will stop providing audience data to VOZ for Total TV and VPM (video player measurement) from 31 December 2024 – around the time VOZ launches as the “official” media currency for linear and streamed TV…
Maquarie Point Stadium build cost doesnt include car park or Shed Relocation
The $775 million price tag for a stadium at Hobart’s Macquarie Point does not include the cost of building a multi-storey underground car park, or relocating the heritage-listed Goods Shed, the agency in charge of the build has confirmed. Ms Beach said the organisation intended to recoup the cost of building the car park by…
SportsPollAU: What is the biggest single factor in determining the strength of a sporting code
We asked the question of our 8100 twitter followers, 688 of whom voted wth the majority saying that TV and media rights were the biggest factor in determining the strength of a sport More here:
