Balmain joins as Bendigo Strikers Major Partner

Damian Hughes, Director of Balmain Bendigo, is joined by Strikers athletes (from left) Neve Pinner, Keira Lawry, Mia McCrann-Peters, Charli Hamilton

As the Bendigo Strikers VNL Club prepare for their 1^st home game in April, they are excited to announce a new major partnership with Balmain, a leading financial services provider. 

The partnership will see Balmain become a Gold and match day sponsor with their branding featured alongside the Strikers and a ‘take-over’ at the first home game at the Catherine McAuley College, Mercy Sports Precinct in Junortoun. 

"We are thrilled to welcome ‘Balmain’ as a major partner of the Bendigo Strikers," said Melinda Keighran, President of the Bendigo Strikers VNL club. "Their commitment to supporting community sports aligns perfectly with our club's values and vision. We look forward to working closely with Balmain to drive success both on and off the court."

The Director of Balmain in Bendigo, Damian Hughes, shared his excitement about the new opportunity. "As a company with deep roots in the local community, we are proud to partner with the Bendigo Strikers VNL club. This partnership represents an exciting opportunity to connect with passionate sports fans and support the development of young netballers in the region. We are a financial services company committed to expanding our presence in Regional Victoria and seeing this collaboration as a perfect fit to build our presence in the community." 

Originally established in the suburb of Balmain in 1979, Balmain is one of the largest and longest established non-bank lending businesses in Australia, and has been providing Australia-wide lending and investing opportunities for over 45 years. Today Balmain serves the needs of borrowers, investors and lenders with access to lending across all asset types – including land, construction, corporate, and more. Balmain also offers retail and wholesale investors a range of asset backed investment products to provide options for your financial planning. 

The Bendigo Strikers VNL club and Balmain are committed to working together to enhance the Club's community engagement and raise the profile of the Strikers within the state's premier netball competition.

The Bendigo Strikers first home game on Sunday April 19, is shaping to be a huge clash at a new packed venue which will provide an electric atmosphere for netball fans in the region. The three Strikers teams will be in action with local athletes showcasing their talents in the state's premier competition. In addition, there will be prizes, activities, giveaways, and food and drinks available, to help entertain the family for the afternoon.