Frequently Asked Questions

Sports Gold Coast (SGC) is a not-for-profit organization pioneering a community engagement model designed to fill a critical gap in Australia’s sporting landscape and driven by local business leaders.

 Despite being celebrated as “pound for pound the greatest sporting nation on earth,” Australia still lacks an organised system of industry-wide support necessary for sustainable growth and success.

With the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games set to shine a global spotlight on Queensland and Australia, the need for a strong, united sporting ecosystem has never been more important.

Sports Gold Coast is poised to play a pivotal role in this journey, fostering local talent, uniting communities, and building a robust foundation for the future of Australian sport, including gaming, innovation, and technology.

Uniquely positioned to scale nationally, Sports Gold Coast represents a model of excellence in how to unite a critical industry—setting the standard for community-driven sports development across the country and providing a legacy for community moving forward.

Through its unique membership base, SGC facilitates various community sporting projects and programs which to date include.

• The Gold Coast Sports Star Awards which bring the community together for an annual gala dinner celebrating local grassroots and elite sportspeople, along with those who service sport in various industries.
• The relocation and development of the Gold Coast Sporting Hall of Fame .
• The development and implementation of a strategy to secure a viable national men and women’s football team.
• Taking the lead in developing an Esport Strategy Plan for the Gold Coast with Council, Bond University and Southport Sharks.
• The development of a women in sport project which assisted Bond University in establishing it national 7s women Rugby Program
• Talent development, club consulting, grant assistance, sports infrastructure projects, and community engagement initiatives. This includes the organizing of  events such as the Gold Coast Sports Awards, Women in Sport initiatives, and Young Sports Professionals Networking.

You can stay updated by subscribing to SGC’s newsletter soon to be published in June this year, following us on social media, or visiting our website for the latest news, events, and partnership opportunities.

We offer multiple membership tiers. Each tier provides various benefits, such as event invitations, networking opportunities, brand exposure, and the chance to contribute to the growth of sport in the region. Contact us for more details.

Partners gain exposure within the local sports industry, networking opportunities with key stakeholders, branding on event materials, and alignment with our mission to support Gold Coast sports at all levels.

The Gold Coast Sports Awards is the premier annual event celebrating the achievements of athletes, coaches, and sporting organizations in the region. The event features multiple award categories, recognizing excellence in sports performance, leadership, and community impact.

We host a variety of events, and other industry gatherings designed to connect like-minded professionals, businesses, and athlete.

You can get involved by becoming a member, attending events, volunteering, partnering with us, or supporting our initiatives through sponsorship.

For general inquiries, membership, sponsorship, or event details, please contact us via our website or email us at geoff.smith@sportsgoldcoast.com.au