GIO extends naming rights of Canberra Stadium
Insurer GIO has extended their naming rights agreement of Canberra’s GIO Stadium for a further four years.
The ACT Government first partnered with GIO in 2013, becoming the first commercial naming rights sponsor of the 25,000-capacity stadium. The extended deal will see the name remain until at least 2026.
“The GIO naming rights sponsorship has provided significant support for the stadium, our sporting teams and the broader community. I am delighted to further strengthen our partnership with GIO over the coming four years.” said Minister for Sport and Recreation Yvette Berry.
GIO has been an integral part of the stadium’s journey over the past eight seasons. Around 220 games of rugby league and union played at the ground featuring home teams the Canberra Raiders and ACT Brumbies.
GIO Stadium has also hosted many international sporting events, concerts and theatre experiences, along with local community events such as Stadium Golf, which is now in its third year.
“The extension of this partnership comes at an exciting time for Canberra’s sports lovers with the Brumbies and the Brumbies Super W teams both kicking off their seasons - and the Canberra Raiders lining up against the Sharks at GIO Stadium.”
The Matildas play New Zealand on April 12 and it was also announced this week the 2022 Women's State of Origin game between NSW and QLD will be played at GIO Stadium on June 24 - the first time the game has been played at a neutral venue.
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“This agreement with GIO will enable us to continue to showcase great sport and events at GIO Stadium Canberra,” said Minister Berry.
Matt Pearson, GIO Executive General Manager said the renewed naming rights of Canberra’s premier sporting venue demonstrates GIO’s ongoing commitment to the ACT community.
“We are incredibly proud to be extending our partnership with GIO Stadium. We’ve seen locals and visitors share many memorable moments at this iconic venue, and we look forward to more in the future,” Mr Pearson said.
