Bank of Sydney’s ongoing investment in community-driven initiatives continues to make a measurable difference across Australia.
Bentleigh Greens met with Football Victoria’s President and CFO in Ongoing Collaboration
Interest in football has surged by a phenomenal 43% since 2022. To keep pace with the growing interest, Bentleigh Greens hosted Football Victoria President Dr. Angela Williams, and FV CFO Simon Avenell for a meeting focused on strengthening the future of Victorian Football.
Keilor Park SC’s Vision for Growth: A Total Football Club
You Won’t Believe the Fascinating Origins of Keilor Park SC—From an Austrian Social Club to a Local Soccer Powerhouse!
Prematch: Revolutionising grassroots European football
Learn about Prematch; the German football platform offering unique insights to grassroots clubs.
The importance of a strategic plan for clubs
Strategic plans can be the lifeblood of a club. Discover how to get started on one for your club.
AFC Grassroots Panel confirms desire to grow football in Asia
How the AFC is Revolutionising Football to Dominate Asia’s Sports Scene!
Polish Ekstraklasa backed by Stihl to support the league
Stihl has announced that they will be renewing their agreement with the Polish Ekstraklasa to continue for a fifth straight …
Football Tasmania’s four-year Facilities Strategy to increase grassroots participation
Football Tasmania has released a new Facilities Strategy for 2023-2026, as they transition from their 2019-2023 strategic plan. The Facilities …
Football Queensland and McDonald’s unite in a bid to boost quality of grassroots football
Football Queensland has announced a partnership with McDonald’s as the statewide naming rights sponsor of the Football Queensland Premier League …
Jets Football Foundation lock in business partnerships to enhance community development
Jets Football Foundation, the not-for-profit arm of the A-League’s Newcastle Jets, has announced an exciting collaboration with a group of …
Northern NSW community clubs awarded over $200,000 through Facilities Fund
The fourth round of NNSWF’s Facilities Fund has awarded over $200,000 to local clubs. Applications were received from 14 clubs …
Future of Football Review Report released by Northern NSW Football
Northern NSW Football have officially unveiled their Sports Business Partners’ Future of Football Review Final Report and Recommendations for 2022 …
Participation numbers soar in Football Sporting Schools program
On a national scale, this is the first time football has been the most requested sport within the Sporting Schools …
Camden Council’s decision to cut field hire costs praised by Football NSW
Football NSW has commended the Camden Council’s decision to cut ground hire costs for the 2022 winter season by 50%. …
Northern NSW Football form Premier Youth League to increase pathways
Northern NSW Football has announced the decoupling of its youth football from senior football along with the launch of a …
Heartbeat of Football provides free heart health screenings for Victorian clubs
Heartbeat of Football (HoF) has concluded its Community Football Heart Health Awareness Tour, bringing much needed awareness to heart health …
Football West begins Belt Up ball distribution initiative
Football West has begun its distribution of Belt Up branded footballs to more than 100 participating metro-based clubs, plus clubs …
Football Tasmania and MyState Bank team up to support junior football
Following the exciting scenes of Australia qualifying for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Football Tasmania and MyState Bank have teamed …
Penrith City Council waive field hire costs
For a third winter season in a row, Penrith City Council have waived all ground hire costs in a fantastic …
Northern NSW Football opens applications for NNSWF Facilities Fund
Applications are now open for the fourth round of Northern NSW Football’s Facilities Fund. Northern NSW Football’s Facilities Fund was …
Positive Start in 2022 initiative delivers football clinics
With many kids missing plenty of extra-curricular activities over the past two years, the Victorian Government invested $112.9 million into …
Labor set to deliver infrastructure upgrades to Northern NSW Football clubs
Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) is set to welcome nine promised infrastructure upgrades from the Labor Government following the party’s win …
Blacktown City CEO Bob Turner: “The council is exceptional in wanting to build pride”
Ahead of the National Premier Leagues NSW season, Blacktown City CEO Bob Turner chatted with Soccerscene about the NPL 1 …
Football Coaches Australia and XVenture announce sponsorship for clubs and coaches
In a ‘first of its kind’ sponsorship from Football Coaches Australia and XVenture, grassroots football clubs around Australia will receive …
Football Tasmania program celebrates equality
Football Tasmania has officially debuted its Equality and Respect in Sport program in an effort to facilitate greater opportunities for …
‘Female Only Come and Try’ events hosted by Hills Football Clubs
In support of promoting and growing the women’s game in NSW, three Hills Football Association Clubs have recently held ‘Female …
INSPIRE FC announce 2022 Grassroots Coaching Conference
INSPIRE FC have announced their Grassroots Coaching Conference for 2022. INSPIRE FC was established by the Northern Suburbs Football Association …
English clubs set to receive funding from Premier League
The Premier League has announced it will provide additional funding for sides in England’s League One, League Two and the 66 clubs in the three National League divisions.
City of Canada Bay Council waive field hire costs
Canterbury District Soccer Football Association (CDSFA) clubs have been given relief following the decision by the City of Canada Bay Council to waive ground hire costs.
Hills Football plans submission for Caddies Creek – Stage 2
Hills Football Association, in conjunction with its representative arm, Hills United FC, intend on providing an extensive submission to The Hills Shire Council regarding the masterplan for Caddies Creek Sports Complex – Stage 2.
Football NSW grants webinar to aid clubs and associations
Football NSW clubs and associations will be provided with valuable information through the grants webinar, such as applying for funding.
Football Tasmania delivering free balls to every Tasmanian junior footballer
Football Tasmania have made significant strides in their effort to grow the world game in their region, by delivering free balls to every registered junior player.
Football Queensland’s Girls United to encourage female participation
Football Queensland have announced the establishment of Girls United programs to inspire greater female participation in the world game across the state.
Football NSW offers facilities for use as vaccination hubs
In a show of solidarity from the community during these unprecedented times, Football NSW has announced the news that a number of clubs across the state have offered their facilities up as mass and pop-up vaccination hubs to assist with the current situation.
Football NSW Club Facility Project Plan available to clubs seeking grant assistance
With Football NSW forced into cancelling the remaining seasons due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns, clubs …
New zones and naming conventions announced by Football Queensland
The past weekend saw Football Queensland announce three new zones to be established and functioning alongside fresh naming conventions which …
Culburra Cougars unveil new Club House
With the support of the Federal Government’s Community Development Grant Programme, Shoalhaven District Football Association side Culburra Cougars officially opened …
Ulverstone Soccer Club’s new floodlights up and running
Tasmania’s Ulverstone Showgrounds will see bright lights flood the ovals, with the new upgrade officially opened. The new floodlights have …
Ticket to Play relaunch welcomed by Football Tasmania
The Tasmanian Government’s relaunch of the Ticket to Play program has been commended by Football Tasmania. The initiative, which was …
Football Victoria’s Empowering Lives Through Football program to inspire at-risk youth
For communities and people across the world, football is more than just a game. Football has the power to unite, …
Northern Tigers CEO Ed Ferguson: “Football needs to listen to each other”
At 28-years-old, Ed Ferguson has taken on the incredible role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Northern Suburbs Football …
New Football West charity headed by former Perth Glory owner
Football West has announced the launch of its new charity, the Football Futures Foundation. Arriving during a game-changing period for …
Members of Australia’s football family honoured for Queen’s Birthday
This year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours List saw 1190 exemplary Australians recognised for their outstanding contributions, with four significant figures of …
Why volunteers are the lifeblood of our game
Taking place between Monday May 17 and Sunday May 23, National Volunteer Week (NVW) is Australia’s largest annual celebration of …
AFC Member Associations celebrate the return of Grassroots Football Day
The Asian Football Confederation’s (AFC) dedication to build on the strong foundations of football in the Continent and to ensure …
Football Australia release updated Member Protection Framework
Football is Australia’s number one club-based participation sport with over 1.8 million participants playing the world game across the country. …
Football Queensland renews partnership with Brisbane Paralympic Football Program
Football Queensland (FQ) has renewed its partnership with the Brisbane Paralympic Football Program (BPFP), with Meakin Park named as the …
Football Queensland announces Schools Referee Program
In an effort to boost referee numbers across the state, Football Queensland has announced a brand-new innovative Schools Referee Program …
Football Queensland launches Volunteer Guide in support of clubs
In an effort to assist clubs across the state with the recruitment and retention of volunteers, Football Queensland has unveiled …
Diversity and Inclusion Grant announced by ESFA for Association Clubs
New South Wales’ Eastern Suburbs Football Association (ESFA) announced the finalisation of a Diversity and Inclusion Grant for its local …
NSW Government pledges more than $4 million to community sport
The NSW Government’s Local Sport Grants Program is set to provide over $4 million to more than 700 community organisations …