South32 Cannington Extends Partnership with Townsville Fire for Three Years

The Townsville Fire, reigning five-time WNBL champions, have announced a significant three-year extension to their major partnership with South32 Cannington.

This renewed agreement ensures that the collaboration, which first commenced in 2015, will extend beyond a decade, cementing its status as one of the most durable and impactful sponsorships in Australian women’s basketball.

The partnership renewal focuses on balancing high-performance sporting excellence with tangible social impact across North and North West Queensland.

Central to the new agreement is the expansion of the club’s regional western tour, which will see Fire players conduct basketball coaching clinics and leadership-focused mentoring sessions within South32 Cannington’s local operating communities. These outreach programs are designed to provide local youth with direct access to elite athletes, fostering skills in resilience, leadership, and personal development alongside fundamental sporting instruction.

Commenting on the partnership, South32 Cannington VP of operations, Rob Jackson, said: “South32 Cannington is really proud to be a long-term supporter of Townsville Fire and we’re pleased to extend our sponsorship for another three years.”

“As well supporting the team on the court, our partnership is helping to make a real difference for young people living in our local communities.

“It’s been inspiring for local teenagers to meet some of the Townsville Fire stars,” Jackson stated.

CEO of Townsville Fire, Sam Pascoe, lauded the alignment of values between the two organisations, noting that the partnership transcends standard branding exercises.

“South32 Cannington has been part of the Fire family for over a decade now, and this extension is a genuine reflection of what a values-aligned partnership looks like.”

“They don’t just put their name on the jersey — they show up for the communities we both care about,” Pascoe said.

As the club gears up for its upcoming title defence, the continued investment from South32 Cannington will support both the team’s professional operations and its extensive community footprint.

The club also confirmed that its 2026/27 membership campaign is set to launch in the immediate future, inviting fans to join the organisation as it embarks on another ambitious season on and off the court.

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