Carolyn Jackson embarks on a new role with Football Victoria

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Football Victoria has confirmed the appointment of Carolyn Jackson as one of their newest board members.Ms Jackson joins the Football Victoria board with over 20 years of leadership experience in strategic delivery, financial management and change management within the Victorian Government.

Ms Jackson’s most recent role as Deputy Secretary at the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action has seen her lead key initiatives in climate action, environmental reform and advancing self-determination for Traditional Owners.

She has also made significant contributions to the energy sector, strategic finance and regional leadership while serving as Director at several organisations across the past decade.

Football Victoria commented on Jackson’s leadership throughout her career and what she can provide to the board:

“Ms Jackson’s celebrated career has seen her spearhead complex initiatives and build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, Ministers, and senior executives,” they said in a media release.

“Her leadership style is marked by strategic vision, accountability, and a reputation for achieving results in challenging and ambiguous environments.

“Football Victoria warmly welcomes Carolyn Jackson to the FV Board and looks forward to her contributions to the growth and success of our football community.”

Antonella Care, Football Victoria President, spoke about the appointment of Ms Jackson and how her expertise will help Football Victoria to grow and develop football at all levels:

“Carolyn is an incredibly accomplished professional and a valuable addition to our Board;  with strengths in priority areas aligning to our recently released ‘Our Football’ strategic plan,” she said in a media release.

“Her wealth of experience will provide the FV Board and the wider organisation with tangible guidance and direction to achieve our ambitious targets.”

Jackson said she is looking forward to joining the board and supporting the next era of football in Victoria:

“I am excited and grateful for the opportunity to serve Victoria’s diverse football community as part of the Football Victoria Board,” she said in a media release.

“Football Victoria’s 2024-2028 strategic plan provides a compelling framework for the next four years, which I am focused on driving forward, to ensure football continues to prosper and enrich the lives of participants in our state.”

Ms Jackson will commence her new role on September 9, 2024.

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Adelaide United renews StudyAdelaide partnership for Asian campaign

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Adelaide United has brought back a familiar commercial partner for its return to continental competition, with StudyAdelaide signing on as front-of-shirt sponsor for the club’s 2026/27 AFC Champions League Two campaign.

The partnership reconnects two South Australian organisations after StudyAdelaide previously featured on Adelaide United’s shirt during their 2010 AFC Champions League campaign.

Adelaide commenced their six-match group-stage campaign on Thursday at Hindmarsh, defeating Hong Kong’s Tai Po 3-0.

For StudyAdelaide, the value of the partnership extends beyond traditional football sponsorship. The organisation, a partnership between the South Australian Government and more than 50 education institutions, is using Adelaide United’s Asian competition to promote South Australia as an international study destination.

The club’s continental schedule provides exposure in several key Asian markets, with Adelaide travelling to face BG Pathum United in Thailand and Lion City Sailors in Singapore during the group stage.

StudyAdelaide chief executive Jane Johnston said the partnership would provide a great opportunity to connect with young people across Asia.

“Having StudyAdelaide featured throughout this international competition is a unique platform to connect with young people across Asia and highlight the many reasons South Australia is their best option to study, live and build a career,” Johnston said.

The deal illustrates how football’s international competitions can provide commercial value beyond traditional brand exposure, particularly for organisations looking to promote to a specific or new region.

The Reds’ ACL Two campaign continues against BG Pathum United in Thailand on October 15.

Arncliffe Aurora’s Riverine Park investment creates a platform for growth

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Arncliffe Aurora Football Club has started a new chapter with the launch of Riverine Park, creating a larger platform for football, community engagement and long-term growth in Sydney’s St George region. More than 2,500 people attended the community opening on 8 August, marking the club’s first matches at its new home and showcasing a significant upgrade in its operating capacity.

Riverine Park provides two full-size natural turf football fields, modern player and community amenities, and a new clubhouse. The additional capacity responds to strong growth in Arncliffe Aurora’s football programs, particularly at junior level. The club has also highlighted a $2.5 million investment in facility upgrades. Together with its existing Arncliffe Park base, Riverine Park gives Aurora two homes and a stronger physical platform for its football operations.

More capacity allows the club to accommodate more teams, players and programs, while updated facilities can support stronger member retention and recruitment. They create more opportunities for coaching, development programs, events and community activities. The new site can also strengthen the club’s commercial proposition; a modern facility gives sponsors greater visibility and provides more opportunities to activate partnerships around football and community events. It can also help the club build relationships with schools, community organisations and football bodies. That matters as grassroots clubs increasingly operate as community hubs rather than simply sporting organisations.

Riverine Park also creates opportunities for the wider football ecosystem. Football St George has identified the facility as a platform to grow participation and provide opportunities for players of different ages, abilities and backgrounds. Bayside Council’s project includes upgraded change rooms, toilets, canteen facilities, lighting, seating and solar panels, adding further functionality to the precinct.

For Arncliffe Aurora, the investment is therefore about more than adding fields. It creates infrastructure that can support participation, player development, community programs and commercial activity over the long term. The challenge now shifts from construction to utilisation. The club must maximise the new capacity, maintain the assets and convert greater participation into a sustainable operating model to benefit the community long-term.

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