The AOC has announced the continuation of its partnership with News Corp Australia that will support Australian Teams at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games as well as new initiatives to support the growth of participation in Olympic sports.
The Partnership will also encompass the Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands in 2023 as well as upcoming editions of the Youth Olympic Games in 2024 and 2026.
AOC Chief Executive Officer Matt Carroll says the support from News Corp is a significant boost for the Australian Teams.
“This partnership will not only assist in getting Australian Teams to these Games, but also through News Corp channels we can tell the stories of our athletes as they strive to proudly represent their country.
“Olympians come from communities right across Australia. From the biggest cities to the smallest towns. Local communities proudly support these athletes and with News’ support, we can tell these wonderful stories far and wide.
“With News Corp as an official Team Partner and official Newspaper of the Australian Olympic Team, we are looking at some real innovations over the next four years.
“Collaborative campaigns to encourage and inspire new talent, some exciting digital initiatives in conjunction with our families of Partners and linkages with our broader Partner family creating content and driving interest in our 46 member sports to grow participation in sport across Australia,” Mr Carroll said.
News Corp Australasia Executive Chairman Michael Miller has welcomed the partnership.
"This renewed partnership builds on News Corp Australia's proud support of the Australian Olympic movement, and we look forward to sharing the inspiring and moving stories that the Games inevitably produce - stories that connect with our audience, motivate future athletes, and unite us as a country," Mr Miller concluded.