Why major sports events matter
Major sporting events drive tourism and trade to Australia and enhance our international reputation. They also inspire Australians to engage with their community and get physically active.
Sport 2030 identifies the benefits of hosting major sporting events, including:
- tourism – international, interstate and intrastate
- trade – both direct and indirect business activity generated by sporting events
- employment – event organisers, commercial partners and service providers
- infrastructure – legacy benefits of new and improved stadiums, sporting, transport and other public facilities
- gender equality – creating fair, safe and inclusive opportunities in, and through, sport
- communities – uniting people, strengthening local communities and instilling national pride
- participation – creating role models who motivate and inspire children and adults to be active and play sport.
Hosting major events is a key part of Australia’s Sports Diplomacy 2030 strategy.
Upcoming major sporting events in Australia
Australia has a long and rich history of delivering world class sporting events. Over the coming decade leading into the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, we will continue to showcase our strength as an international host with many major sporting events taking place on our shores.
Visit these sites to find out more about events that are coming to Australia.
Recent major sporting events in Australia
Australia has hosted a range of major sporting events in the 'green and gold decade' leading up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Read our summaries of the key moments and lasting legacy of recent events.
Seeking Commonwealth support
Sporting organisations and host cities often need our help to successfully bid for a major sporting event. They may also need support to prepare for and host the event.
When a sporting organisation applies for any amount of Commonwealth funding for a major international sporting event, the government considers proposals through a formal budget process.
Every proposal is assessed on the event’s ability to meet requirements which identify if the event:
- is of national significance
- is feasible
- provides an appropriate return on investment and
- delivers broad legacy benefits for the Australian community and our region.
Organisations must also provide an event budget and other event planning documentation that demonstrates the need for Commonwealth financial support. These documents will form part of the funding proposal.
It is important to engage the government early if you are considering bidding for a major international sporting event and seeking Commonwealth support.
Contact us for more information about developing a proposal for government consideration.
Major Sporting Events Legacy Framework
The Major Sporting Events Legacy Framework outlines why the Commonwealth supports major international sporting events of national significance in Australia. It has 5 key aims to:
- promoting gender equality and a more inclusive society
- building a healthy and connected community
- showcasing Australia to the world
- strengthening our future
- achieving sporting success.
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