Football Queensland maintains its commitment to coaching

Liam Watson

Football Queensland are thoroughly investing in creating new opportunities with the continuation of coaching courses around the state.

There has already been over 100 community and advanced courses in 2020, featuring more than 1,500 participants. Despite COVID-19 restrictions delaying these courses for three months, the pandemic has not affected Football Queensland’s Strategic Plan target to reach 8.820 registered coaches by 2023.

On August 2, The Skill Training Certificate held at Mitchelton FC was the 100th coaching-related course or workshop held this year – the 34th since the Queensland Government eased their restrictions on June 1.

Since they hit the century mark, Football Queensland has gone on to deliver another 14 coaching courses and workshops – bringing the total up to 114 as of August 11.

“Strengthening coach development has been a major focus since we released the Strategic Plan and the number of courses on offer are ramping up now that restrictions are easing around the state,” Football Queensland CEO Robert Cavallucci said.

“Through FQ’s statewide Football 2020+ consultations, we recognise that regional areas in particular need coaching resources and support and we’re pleased to have so far conducted 55 courses outside Brisbane in spite of the challenges faced in 2020, with more to be held in coming months.

“That figure encapsulates the 15 MiniRoos, Skill Training and Game Training Certificate courses that have been held in the Football Queensland North zone.

“It also includes the FFA/AFC C Licence course that began in Mackay in February. FQ will drive improvements in the delivery of raw coaching numbers, but we want high standards to be part of that as well. Getting more advanced courses into regional areas makes a huge difference.

“Our Club Development Unit team members are working hard to deliver quality development opportunities and we look forward to creating more education opportunities as the year progresses.”

Football Queensland has already scheduled a variety of coaching courses and workshops, planned to take place in the coming days, weeks and months.

For details about each upcoming course around Queensland and to register, you can find it here.

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Wests APIA FC Announces New Corporate Partner

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Wests APIA FC officially announced that Bumblebee Rubbish Removal will join the club as a Corporate Partner for the 2025 Australian Championship campaign, marking the beginning of a significant new partnership for the club’s Australian Championship season. The announcement was made by the club via a social media post.

The announcement was made ahead of Wests APIA’s home campaign launch at Leichhardt Oval, as the club prepares for an exciting year competing on the national stage in the Australian Championship. 

The partnership highlights the growing recognition of Wests APIA’s progress both on and off the field, following a strong season in the NPL and the club’s continued investment in its long-term development.

Founded in Sydney, Bumblebee Rubbish Removal has established itself as one of the city’s most trusted waste management providers. 

The company delivers fast, friendly, and reliable rubbish removal services across residential, commercial, and construction sectors, with a focus on sustainability and community engagement.

This new partnership with Wests APIA FC reflects Bumblebee Rubbish Removal’s commitment to supporting local initiatives and fostering strong community connections through sport. 

The collaboration will also contribute to the ongoing growth and sustainability of the club, helping Wests APIA continue to develop talent and strengthen its football programs across all levels.

Wests APIA FC continues to emphasise the importance of partnerships in sustaining the club’s success and supporting its ambitions within the Australian Championship.

At Wests APIA, the support of corporate partners plays a vital role in every aspect of the club’s operations; from developing junior pathways and maintaining facilities to backing senior teams on the national stage.

The partnership with Bumblebee Rubbish Removal represents another step forward for Wests APIA FC as the club enters a new era of growth and competition, continuing its legacy within Australian football.

Perth Glory Relocates With WA State Government Investment

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Western Australian A-League football club, Perth Glory have received a $1.2 million investment by the WA Government as they begin the 2025 season from their new home in the city’s northern suburbs.

The investment will be delivered through upgrades to the playing turf and changerooms, as well as the installation of new fencing at the Mirrabooka Regional Open Space, in a partnership with City of Stirling.

Perth Glory’s relocation to Stirling Leisure in Mirrabooka is a move by the football club to provide a range of social and economic benefits to the local community, along with continuing to have the space open to the public.

City of Stirling Mayor, Mark Irwin celebrated the news of Perth Glory’s relocation and how passionate the multicultural community is for football.

“Making Mirrabooka the home of Perth Glory is an exciting step in the revitalisation of the Mirrabooka Town Centre, which remains a priority for the City and the WA Government,” he said via press release.

“I’d like to acknowledge the WA Government for this investment which will have benefits for elite sport, grassroots sport and the wider community.”

Perth Glory CEO, Anthony Radich expressed the club’s gratitude to the Western Australian State Government and City of Stirling for their support in facilitating the relocation of the club’s training and administration facility to Mirrabooka.

“This development marks a significant milestone in Perth Glory’s ongoing pursuit of excellence, providing a state-of-the-art environment that will enhance our high-performance programs, operational efficiency and overall professionalism,” he said via press release.

“Importantly, the relocation provides our club with a home and the opportunity to belong to and be an important part of Mirrabooka’s rich, vibrant and multicultural community which retains a deep passion for football.

“We look forward to contributing meaningfully to this dynamic and fast-growing region, strengthening community connections and adding long-term value to the local football landscape.”

As a result of the relocation, the football club has ensured they remain as the central part of the football community in Western Australia, and embedded in local sport in the state and when away for matches.

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