Football Queensland looks to the future with ‘2020+’ paper

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Football Queensland have released their ‘Future of Football 2020+’ consultation paper, which looks to engage all stakeholders in shaping the future of the game in the sunshine state.

In the coming weeks and months, FQ will host a number of virtual town hall meetings, webinars, interviews and other consultation sessions to gather feedback from the Queensland football community.

Last week, the governing body claimed participants will have the chance to have their say on four key areas of the game; governance, competitions, affordability and administration.

“Following last week’s announcement and months of development, we’re thrilled to release our Future of Football 2020+ consultation paper as we embark on this ground-breaking process,” FQ Chief Executive Officer Robert Cavallucci said.

“Over the next six months, we’re inviting every member of the Queensland football community to help shape the future direction of the sport in our state and have their say on how we lead the game, run the game, play the game and fund the game across Queensland beyond 2020.

“We want everyone to feel empowered and engaged so that together we can unlock the opportunity in our game, by strengthening the governance and delivery of affordable football across the state.

“Built around a range of platforms, our passionate members will be able to share their input through club summits…surveys, focus groups and more.

“This is a big moment for football in Queensland and we look forward to working with the community to ensure a bright future for our game in the years to come,” Cavallucci concluded in a statement on Thursday.

According to the paper, after months of scheduled consultation meetings, an implementation plan will begin by October of this year.

More information on the consultation process, as well as further updates on the governing body’s plan, can be found here.

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Arsenal Secures Exciting New Deal with Paramount+

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Arsenal FC has unveiled a global partnership with Paramount+, drawing the major streaming service further into top-tier football as the race for fan engagement intensifies across sport and entertainment.

The deal makes Paramount+ an Official Partner of the club, embedding the platform’s branding and content across Arsenal’s matchday experience and digital channels throughout the 2025/26 campaign.

The agreement highlights a broader industry shift, with major entertainment platforms turning to leading football clubs to expand global visibility, drive subscriber growth and place their brands at the centre of highly engaged fan communities.

The collaboration will see Paramount+ integrated throughout matchdays, including in-stadium branding, big-screen presence, programme features and themed activations at both men’s and women’s games. The platform will also be showcased across select retail and digital fan-experience channels.

Executive Vice President and International General Manager of Paramount+, Marco Nobili emphasised the shared global reach and enthusiasm behind the collaboration.

“We’re beyond excited to unite Paramount+ and Arsenal– two global iconic brands with supporters that live and breathe passion,” he said via Official Club media release.

Arsenal’s Chief Commercial Officer, Juliet Slot underscored how the strategic collaboration enhances the club’s commercial strength and fan experience.

“We’re delighted to welcome Paramount+ into our Arsenal family. They’re a world-class, global entertainment brand, and we’re so excited to work together and create new ways for our supporters to feel even closer to the club. Their expertise, creativity and investment strengthen our ability to deliver outstanding experiences for our supporters and supports our ambition to compete for major trophies,” she said via Official Club media release.

Paramount+ will tap into Arsenal’s strong social media presence, especially on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram to share content aligned with key releases during the 2025/26 season. The initial activation, centred on the new season of Landman, will showcase first-team players alongside influencer Sharky, Eberechi Eze, William Saliba, and Gabriel Martinelli.

Shake2Go by Optislim Named Major Sponsor of Oakleigh Cannons

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Shake2Go, by Optislim, has been named major partner of the Oakleigh Cannons for the 2026 season, with the brand to feature prominently on the front of the club’s playing shirt. The sponsorship brings together a fast-growing Australian nutrition brand and one of the country’s most respected grassroots football clubs.

Meet Shake2Go – Australia’s first high protein + vitamins shake packed into a can . Each ready-to-drink can delivers 30g of premium protein, essential vitamins and minerals, is low in sugar, gluten-free, and packaged in eco-friendly cans. No mixing. No mess. No compromise. Just grab, shake, and go. With its smooth, milkshake-like taste, it delivers proper nutrition without slowing anyone down.

“We’re proud to welcome Shake2Go by Optislim as our major sponsor for the 2026 season,” said Aki Ionnas, General Manager of the Oakleigh Cannons. “To have such an innovative brand on the front of our shirt is a major endorsement of our club. This sponsorship is about more than logos  it’s a real investment into our players, our programs, and our wider community. At a grassroots level, that kind of support makes a genuine difference.”

The sponsorship will directly support player development, community programs, and the ongoing operations of the club. Shake2Go will have a strong presence across matchdays, community events, and player initiatives throughout the season.

At its core, this sponsorship reflects shared values of performance, wellbeing, and giving back to the football community that helps shape the future of the game.

For more information on Shake2Go, click here.

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