ARLC Announces Appointment Of Perth Bears CEO

The Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) has announce the appointment of Anthony De Ceglie as the new CEO of the Perth Bears, a significant move in enhancing rugby league’s presence in Western Australia.

De Ceglie arrives with extensive credentials, having previously served as the director of news and current affairs at Seven West Media.

Commenting on the appointment, ARLC Chairman, Peter V’landys AM, said: “To succeed in Perth, you need a well-connected local who knows how to get things done and has a can-do attitude. Anthony is a brilliant operator with a proven track record and a genuine Western Australian, and I am excited about what he can do for us as we grow rugby league in the WA market.”

With a solid foundation in executive leadership and business innovation, he is well-equipped to steer the Bears as they prepare for their entry into the National Rugby League (NRL) in 2027.

Prior to his role at Seven West Media, he was the editor-in-chief of The West Australian, where he sharpened his skills and developed a robust understanding of the media landscape in the region.

De Ceglie is also no stranger to the NRL’s dynamics, particularly as a vocal critic of the previous West Australian bid.

Beyond managing The West Australian, De Ceglie launched the national digital initiative, The Nightly, and developed the sports streaming platform, Streamer.

His most recent position involved overseeing television news operations, where he managed an average of 16 hours of news programming daily, totaling over 6,000 hours of news last year.

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