2026 Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities

 

Our Club

The Glenorchy District Football Club (GDFC) is proud to be one of Southern Tasmania’s most iconic and respected sporting organisations. With a rich history, a passionate supporter base, and a commitment to excellence both on and off the field, GDFC offers a unique opportunity for businesses to align with a high-profile community institution.

As we look ahead to the 2026 season, we invite you to partner with us in supporting the next generation of Magpies and promoting your brand through strategic, high-impact sponsorship opportunities.

 

KGV Oval – Connecting Business and Community

Nestled in the heart of Glenorchy, KGV Oval stands as an enduring symbol of sporting excellence and community pride. Since the merger between the Glenorchy District Football Club and the New Town Football Club in 1957, KGV has proudly been the home of the Magpies. For almost seventy years, the precinct has played a central role in uniting people through sport, business, and local enterprise.

KGV Oval serves as the home ground for all senior Magpies training sessions and matches, providing a professional and inspiring environment for players, members, and supporters alike. It is also the base for more than 350 Junior Magpies, nurturing the next generation of footballers and instilling in them the values of teamwork, discipline, and community spirit. Beyond football, the precinct is a vibrant and versatile space shared by other sporting clubs, community organisations, and local businesses. A true hub of connection and activity within the region.

Home games at KGV offer a unique opportunity for businesses to engage with the community in an authentic and dynamic setting. They provide an ideal platform to entertain clients, reward staff, and strengthen corporate relationships while aligning your brand with one of Tasmania’s most historic and respected football clubs.

As a valued sponsor, your business will gain access to a range of premium facilities and event spaces designed to enhance your corporate experience. Whether it’s hosting guests in an exclusive hospitality suite, conducting business in a relaxed and social atmosphere, or showcasing your brand to thousands of passionate supporters, KGV Oval offers a professional environment that blends sport, community, and corporate connection.

 

Corporate and Event Facilities

KGV Oval offers a range of modern and versatile facilities designed to accommodate corporate functions, community events, and private celebrations of all sizes. Each space combines professional amenities with the welcoming atmosphere that defines our club.

The Boardroom provides a professional setting ideal for executive meetings, presentations, and strategic planning sessions. For workshops and team development, the Magpie Room offers a comfortable and functional environment perfectly suited to small and medium-sized corporate training sessions.

For larger occasions, the Jack Rough Function Centre delivers exceptional flexibility and style. This expansive venue caters for between 30 and 300 guests and is a popular choice for weddings, corporate celebrations, school-leaver dinners, and major community events. It features a private bar, dance floor, and facilities for live entertainment, ensuring every occasion is memorable and well-supported.

All event spaces are equipped with modern Wi-Fi connectivity and full audiovisual capabilities. Customisable catering packages are available to suit all budgets, from casual gatherings to formal dining experiences.

Complementing these facilities, our fully licensed club bar offers a relaxed and welcoming environment where members, guests, and the local community can unwind and connect. Whether you are hosting a corporate meeting, community function, or social celebration, KGV Oval provides the perfect setting to bring people together and strengthen business and community engagement.

 

Strategic Partnerships for Mutual Growth

The Glenorchy District Football Club values the essential role local businesses and community partners play in our success. In 2026, we are taking a more strategic approach to partnership engagement, one that delivers measurable brand exposure, genuine community connection, and shared growth.

Our tailored sponsorship packages cater to both small enterprises and large corporations, aligning with a range of marketing goals and budgets. Each partnership is designed to enhance brand visibility, foster meaningful engagement, and connect your business with a loyal and passionate supporter base.

By partnering with the Glenorchy Magpies, your organisation aligns with a respected and historic club that represents teamwork, heritage, and local pride, creating lasting value for both your business and the broader community.

 

Customised Sponsorship Packages

At the Glenorchy District Football Club, we understand that every business is unique. Our team works closely with each partner to design a tailored sponsorship package that aligns with your brand objectives and delivers genuine, measurable value.

Whether your focus is on broad brand exposure, community engagement, or targeted promotional opportunities, we offer the flexibility and reach to help your business achieve meaningful results. Through collaboration, creativity, and shared goals, we ensure every partnership delivers maximum impact, for both your organisation and the community we serve.

 

Sponsorship Benefits

Partnering with the Glenorchy District Football Club provides your business with exceptional opportunities to maximise visibility, engagement and community connection.

Key benefits include:

  • Exclusive Venue Branding: Prominent signage and brand presence throughout KGV Oval.

  • Digital Advertising: Exposure across our website, social media, and email campaigns.

  • Apparel Branding: Logos featured on player uniforms and club apparel for season-long visibility.

  • Game Day Promotion: Dedicated zones for promotional activity and fan engagement

  • Corporate Functions: Access to exclusive match day events and networking functions.

  • Club and Player Engagement: Invitations to major events and player appearances for campaigns and promotions.

A partnership with the Glenorchy Magpies connects your business with a proud community, driving visibility, while contributing to the growth and success of one of Tasmania’s most respected football clubs.

 

 

 

 

Our Packages

Gold Sponsorship Package - $25,000    

The Gold Sponsorship Package is designed for businesses seeking premium brand visibility, strategic engagement, and exclusive access to one of Southern Tasmania’s most prominent sporting organisations. This package offers a comprehensive suite of benefits across apparel, digital media, live events, and corporate hospitality positioning your brand at the heart of our club and community.

Investment $25,000

Sponsorship Benefits

  • Naming rights recognition across club communications and events
  • Business logo on club polo shirts worn by players and supporters
  • Business logo on official match jerseys and shorts
  • Prominent boundary signage at KGV Oval, Glenorchy
  • Game day advertising on the electronic scoreboard
  • Website homepage advertisement
  • Monthly promotional posts across GDFC social media platforms (during season)
  • Four tickets to all major club functions (jumper presentation, Best & Fairest Presention Function & social events)
  • 2 x corporate box tickets to a Blundstone Oval fixture
  • Entry for 2 teams (8 participants) in the annual GDFC Golf Day
  • Supporter merchandise pack (polo top, cap, scarf, umbrella)
  • 10 x Adult Memberships

To discuss the Gold Sponsorship Package or explore tailored personalised options for your business, please contact us.

 

Silver Sponsorship Package – $10,000

Show your support for the Magpies and connect your brand with over 3,000 passionate players, members, and supporters.

This mid-tier partnership offers outstanding exposure across multiple club platforms, community events, and match days — positioning your business as a valued contributor to the Glenorchy District Football Club’s continued success.

Investment: $10,000

Package Inclusions:

  • Business logo placement on the official club polo, worn by players and supporters.

  • Website advertisement featured on the club’s home page.

  • Social media promotion through multiple posts across the season.

  • Game day exposure via electronic scoreboard signage at KGV Oval.

  • Supporter merchandise pack including polo top, cap, stubby holder and scarfe.

  • 2 x tickets to all official club functions (Season Launch, Awards Night, Social Events, etc.).

  • Boundary signage at KGV Oval, Glenorchy.

  • Entry for one team (4 players) in the annual GDFC Golf Day.

  • 6 x Adult Memberships.

The Silver Sponsorship Package offers exceptional value, combining brand visibility, community connection, and exclusive access to club events, a genuine partnership supporting the future of the Glenorchy District Football Club. 

 

Bronze Sponsorship Package – $5,000

Support the Magpies and showcase your business to thousands of loyal players, members, and supporters across Tasmania.

The Heartland Bronze Level is an ideal entry point for businesses looking to align with the Glenorchy District Football Club and gain consistent community and brand exposure throughout the season.

Investment: $5,000

Package Inclusions:

  • Business logo placement on the official club polo worn by players and supporters.

  • Website advertisement on the GDFC sponsors’ page.

  • Social media acknowledgement at the beginning of the season.

  • Game day recognition on the electronic scoreboard at KGV Oval.

  • Supporter merchandise pack including a cap and scarf.

  • 2 x tickets to official club function, Jumper Presentation and Best & Fairest Presentation 

  • Boundary signage at KGV Oval, Glenorchy.

  • 2 x Adult Memberships.

The Heartland Bronze Level provides strong local exposure and a meaningful connection with the Glenorchy community — a great way to show your support and be part of the Magpie family.

 

 

Community Sponsorship Package – $2,000

Join the Magpie family and show your community spirit while gaining valuable local exposure.

The Heartland Community Level is designed for small to medium businesses who want to support the Glenorchy District Football Club and connect with our strong local member base through affordable, high-impact recognition.

Investment: $2,000

Package Inclusions:

  • Business logo displayed on the GDFC website sponsors’ page.

  • Acknowledgment post on official GDFC social media platforms.

  • Game day mention on the electronic scoreboard at KGV Oval during home matches.

  • Supporter merchandise pack including a cap and scarf.

  • 2 x tickets to one official club social function.

  • 2 x Adult Membership.

This package offers a cost-effective way to support local sport, gain consistent community exposure, and proudly align your brand with the Glenorchy District Football Club.

 

 

Corporate Partner & Business Game Day Sponsor

Let us create the perfect day out at the footy while the Magpies entertain you. Our Game Day Sponsor package offers an exclusive and memorable experience for you and your guests, with options available for a single match or all home games (up to nine per season).

Enjoy a private game day space for up to 30 guests, fully catered and supported by dedicated staff to ensure a premium experience.

Your business will also receive game day advertising on the scoreboard, ground announcements, and throughout the clubrooms, as well as prominent promotion across all club social media platforms, ensuring maximum exposure and engagement with our passionate supporter base.

To discuss Game Day Sponsorship or explore tailored personalised options for your business, please contact us.

 

 

Ground and Fence Signage - $660         

Maximise your brand’s visibility with our Ground and Fence Signage sponsorship — a high-impact opportunity to showcase your business at one of Southern Tasmania’s most prominent sporting venues.

Investment $660

Sponsorship Benefits 

  • Dedicated 2.2m Advertising Space Prominently positioned signage at KGV Oval for 12 months, ensuring consistent exposure to thousands of spectators and visitors.
  • Flexible Placement Options Choose from high-traffic locations including ground fencing, Magpies changerooms, or other key GDFC club spaces.
  • Live Stream Exposure Your brand featured across all SFL, SFLW, and Premier League Cricket live stream broadcasts, reaching audiences across Tasmania and beyond

This package is ideal for businesses seeking year-round visibility in a dynamic sporting environment.

Scoreboard Branding

Exclusive Major Advertising Opportunity

Position your brand at the heart of the action with exclusive scoreboard branding at KGV Oval, home of the Glenorchy District Football Club.

Package Inclusions:

  • Premium scoreboard branding on our electronic scoreboard at all GDFC home games.

  • Brand exposure across all live streams, including TSL, SFLW, and Premier League Cricket fixtures held at KGV Oval.

  • Still and video advertising opportunities displayed on the scoreboard during all Football and Cricket home games.

  • Digital promotion through inclusion in the GDFC E-newsletter and across all official social media channels.

This package delivers year-round visibility across multiple sports and audiences, positioning your business alongside one of Tasmania’s most historic and community-driven clubs.

 

Club Magpie Van

Drive Your Brand Across the Community

Partner with the Glenorchy District Football Club through sponsorship of the Club Magpie Van — a high-visibility opportunity that travels throughout southern Tasmania promoting both our club and our valued community partners.

Your sponsorship directly supports the running costs of the van and the delivery of vital club and school-based programs, including equipment and supplies for local clinics.

Package Inclusions:

  • Prominent signage featuring your logo on the Magpie Van.

  • Opportunity to supply merchandise for giveaways and promotional activities.

  • Advertising exposure on the GDFC website, E-newsletter, and within the GDFC Clubrooms.

  • Framed sponsorship certificate acknowledging your business as an official GDFC Community Partner — perfect for display at your premises.

This sponsorship proudly showcases your business as a supporter of grassroots sport and community engagement, reinforcing your brand’s presence across the region.

 

GDFC Community Bingo Prize Sponsor

Monthly partnership opportunity

Engage with One of Glenorchy’s Most Loyal Audiences

Become the Monthly Prize Sponsor for the final GDFC Community Bingo session of each month, held at KGV Oval. This is a fantastic opportunity to promote your brand within a well-established community event that attracts strong and consistent attendance.

GDFC hosts two Bingo sessions per week throughout the year, drawing over 100 players per session, along with four major Bingo events annually at Wrest Point Casino, each attracting more than 300 participants.

Sponsorship Contribution:

  • $400 prize monthly prize voucher

Package Inclusions:

  • Advertising on all eight big screens within the Jack Rough Room at KGV Oval during Bingo sessions.

  • Advertising exposure at major Bingo events hosted at Wrest Point Casino.

  • Framed sponsorship certificate recognising your business as a GDFC Community Partner, ideal for display at your business premises.

This sponsorship connects your brand with hundreds of loyal community members in a fun, engaging, and social environment — while directly supporting one of the club’s most successful and ongoing community initiatives.

 

Player Sponsorship  

The Player Sponsorship Program offers an excellent opportunity for businesses to support their chosen Magpie player throughout the 2026 season. This partnership not only assists in the player’s development but also strengthens the ongoing success and sustainability of the Glenorchy District Football Club.

Your sponsorship contributes directly to the player expenses, including registration and contributes to apparel for the season. It’s a meaningful way to show your support while building a personal connection with your player and the club.

 

Investment $450

Player sponsor benefits include:

  • Recognition on the club’s website and social media platforms.

  • Invitation to a sponsor's day event.

  • Framed photo with your sponsored player & your business name displayed at the club.

  • Acknowledgement in match day publications and at club functions.

By sponsoring a player, you’re investing in the future of our club and continuing the proud Magpie tradition that has defined Glenorchy football for generations.

 

Best Player Weekly Awards

Support and celebrate the dedication of our players with the Best Player Weekly Awards sponsorship, a meaningful way to recognise the hard work and performance of our Magpies throughout the season.

This package is ideal for businesses seeking consistent visibility and community engagement on a weekly basis, various award options are available.

Sponsorship Benefits

  • Recognition at Game Day Presentations Your business will be acknowledged during weekly award ceremonies, reinforcing your support for player excellence.

  • Game Day Advertising Across GDFC Media Platforms Enjoy brand exposure through our digital channels, including social media, website, and match-day communications.
  • Framed Sponsorship Certificate Receive a professionally presented certificate for display at your business, recognising your role as a valued GDFC partner.

 

Board Members

 

President: 

Peter Barwick* (0458 399 212)

 

Secretary:

Jonathan Mathys* (0475 420 635)

 

Treasurer:

Scott Donaghy

 

Chair of the Board:

Michelle Dilger

 

Board of Directors:

David Arnold

Chris Glenn

Rob Manson

Shane Johnson

Jamie Kaye

Brenden Bromfield

 

*Contact either of these people to discuss how our club can promote your business”