> Opera Queensland's sponsorship revenue plummets > Creative festival unveils blue-chip sponsor roster > Peak arts body funding holds steady in Federal budget > Former Optus, Goodlife sponsorship bosses find new roles > Volkswagen reprises $10k AFL grassroots grants > Golf Queensland lands tournament naming rights sponsorRead more
The NRL will review the role of third-party sponsorships in its next collective bargaining agreement with the Rugby League Players Association, following alleged breaches of the system by the Parramatta Eels.Read more
Football Federation Australia has struck a formal agreement with Japan's J-League that will see increased cooperation on commercial properties, and has also signed a new sponsor as presenting partner of two coming Socceroos fixtures.Read more
AFL side Essendon has won two new sponsors, including a long-term major sponsor for its VFL side, as it prepares to expand its commercial department.Read more
The Queensland Ballet's sponsorship and philanthropy revenue has swelled to $6.2 million, helping the company post a surplus in excess of $1.5m in the 2015 calendar year.Read more
The NBL's strategic focus on China has earned it a major new agreement with CPA Australia, which will sponsor an All Australian squad in a three-game series against the Chinese National Team.Read more
Etihad Airways has agreed global partnerships with IMG's Fashion Week and Taste Festival franchises, including five Australian events, as part of a new sponsorship strategy.Read more
US-based vintage sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness has won NBL apparel rights from ISC, while NBL franchise Cairns has secured a long-term renewal with its principal sponsor.Read more
Chinese digital media conglomerate, Sina Sports, will partner with Tourism and Events Queensland and the Gold Coast Marathon to boost the event's exposure and tourism appeal in China.Read more