Good2GiveBack volunteer campaign launched by Football Queensland

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Football Queensland have announced the launch of their Good2GiveBack campaign, a state-first initiative designed to recognise the tireless work and contributions of volunteers across Queensland.

The Good2GiveBack campaign will provide an insight into why volunteers do what they do whilst also providing examples of how football clubs approach recruitment and retention.

Volunteer work is essential in the week-to-week running of grassroots football clubs and in the fostering of community spirit through sporting commitments, with people of all ages volunteering their time to ensuring the game we love can be played.

“Our game wouldn’t exist without the hard work and dedication of the thousands of volunteers across our Queensland clubs,” FQ President Ben Richardson said.

“We’re delighted to provide a new level of recognition for the individuals who play one of the most important roles in our game with this exciting new volunteer campaign.”

Football Queensland’s Chief Executive Officer, Robert Cavallucci, further highlighted the significance of the Good2GiveBack campaign.

“The Good2GiveBack campaign strengthens our support of volunteers around the state, and will encourage more Queenslanders to give back to their local football clubs which are integral to the fabric of our local communities,” he said.

“With FQ’s increased focus on the support of Queensland clubs, the development of tailored volunteer guides and portals will continue to provide an unprecedented level of support for volunteers across our game while making their job easier.

“The Good2GiveBack campaign builds on these new support measures in order to grow the state’s participation base by recognising the hard work of the volunteers who play a crucial role in the delivery of football at all levels.

“Each volunteer will also become part of FQ’s Good2GiveBack Team, a community of dedicated and passionate individuals who are making a significant impact by volunteering at their local club.

“We have around 5,000 volunteers registered, but we know the true number of individuals contributing to our game in a volunteer capacity is closer to 30,000 across the state.

“We urge every volunteer in Queensland to register through Play Football to ensure we can provide them with the direct support and resources they need and acknowledge their contributions, while also providing them with insurance cover.

“As National Volunteer Week approaches, we look forward to highlighting and celebrating the work of our dedicated volunteers across Queensland, and through the Good2GiveBack campaign we can inspire even more members of our football community to give back to the game through volunteering.”

National Volunteer Week will be held from Monday, 17 May to Sunday, 23 May 2021.

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Canada Soccer to begin new National Training Centre project

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Backed by the Government of Canada with an investment worth nearly AUD 10 million ($9,826,000), the project aims to establish a world-class facility for athletes, coaches and communities.

Building the sport and community

The investment comes as part of the Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF), an ambitious program of the Government of Canada which will provide AUD 51 billion ($51 billion) to infrastructure projects over 10 years.

However, the Canada Soccer Training Centre is one key project which will benefit from such substantial investment. But the project isn’t just for future players – it will help boost economic activity and create a facility built for excellence and growth.

“It is about creating a world-class sport facility where athletes can train and represent Canada at their best,” explained Secretary of State (Sport), Honourable Adam van Koeverden, via press release.

“From the playground to the podium, it is projects like this that provide athletes, coaches, local families and communities with vibrant, accessible spaces to fuel participation, connection, and a growing passion for sport.”

President of Canada Soccer, Peter Auguros, further expressed his gratitude for the investment and what it could bring future generations.

“This support reflects a shared belief in the power of sport to strengthen communities and develop the next generation of Canadian talent. We are proud to partner in building infrastructure that will benefit our athletes and help shape the future of the sport in Canada.”

 

Growth gains momentum

With the FIFA World Cup 2026 set to kick off in a few short weeks, Canada Soccer’s plan for a National Training Centre Project is symbolic of long-term vision.

The tournament is not a final flourish, but a stepping stone to accelerated growth.

And this is not a short-term setup.

As President of Concacaf and Vice-Preisdent of FIFA, Victori Montagliani explained, this is a project designed to survive for generations.

“The development of a National Training Centre in Canada represents an important legacy project for the country and it is always a positive sign when our members invest in infrastructure across the region.”

 

Final thoughts

The project, therefore, perfectly aligns a growing buzz for football across the region with intentional investment and ambition.

And although the action must eventually stop on the pitch, Canada Soccer are ensuring that growth continues long after the tournament’s final whistle.

Female Football Week kicks off across Northern NSW

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Female Football Week has officially begun across Northern NSW, with a program of gala days, networking events and awards ceremonies running until Sunday May 17, marking a ten-day celebration that organisers say reflects both the growth of women’s football in the region and the work still required to sustain it.

The national initiative, now a fixture on the football calendar, provides a dedicated period of visibility for female participants across all levels of the game from players, coaches, referees to volunteers, whose contributions have historically received less recognition than their male counterparts.

NNSWF Participation and Women’s Football Officer Serena Carter said the week offered something for everyone connected to women’s football in the region.

“Female Football Week provides a fantastic chance to highlight the dedication and skill of female players, coaches, referees and volunteers across the northern NSW community,” Carter said. “There’s something for everyone to enjoy, from grassroots participants to elite competitors.”

Women’s football in northern NSW spans remote and regional communities where clubs operate on limited resources, alongside more established metropolitan programs with clearer development pathways. Female Football Week creates a moment of shared recognition across that spectrum and acknowledges the role volunteers play, from running the canteen to progressing through the pathway.

Northern NSW Football has recorded some of its strongest participation numbers in women’s and girls’ football in recent seasons, a trend that has placed increasing pressure on clubs and facilities to keep pace. The week’s events offer clubs an opportunity to showcase their commitment to diversity and inclusion at a time when that commitment is being tested by growth.

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