News | Hockey Australia
A new strategic plan and the ambition to “improve opportunities for everyone in Australia to enjoy the game of hockey anywhere, anytime” was officially launched by Hockey Australia and the state/territory member associations.
After two years of working and consulting with all levels of Australian ice hockey, today’s release of the Australian Ice Hockey Strategic Plan 2023-24 and Vision 2032 marks an exciting time for the sport with ambitions to increase the growth and profile of ice hockey and remain a leading position in the Australian sporting landscape.
To achieve this, hockey will open its doors further to ensure all Australians feel welcome and included. Starting with putting a stick in the hands of as many children as possible, the aim is to create positive and sustainable experiences for everyone involved in the sport at every level.
Hockey is viewed as a community leader – inclusive, progressive and sustainable. A sport that connects people and improves their lives.
The Strategic Plan is based on four strategic pillars – growth, heroes, sustainability, Digital. The establishment of the pillars will bring greater alignment, consistency and efficiency across all levels of ice hockey in Australia, while making it more accessible to more people and creating positive and lasting experiences.
The KPIs and details for each strategic pillar were finalized following the work of strategic pillar working groups led by member association CEOs, independent experts, as well as internal experts and members of Hockey Australia’s Executive Leadership Team.
GROWTH – Create more opportunities to engage in hockey year-round
HEROES – Celebrate our heroes and inspire through their stories
DIGITAL – Leverage digital technology to increase the efficiency and quality of user experience through increased engagement on our digital platforms
SUSTAINABILITY – Finding further efficiencies and greater returns on the investment of our human, financial and environmental resources
David Pryles, CEO Hockey Australia
“Hockey in Australia is in a strong position to benefit from the green and gold runway over the next decade. This short-term roadmap coupled with the longer-term vision for Brisbane 2032 and beyond was a critical project undertaken in collaboration with many of the hockey stakeholders.”
“As a sport, we must continue to be ambitious, innovate and evolve to ensure we create positive and lasting experiences for everyone involved with hockey, from the Kookaburras and Hockeyroos to Hookin2Hockey, grassroots football, officials and volunteers.”
“This is an exciting time for hockey in Australia and we look forward to implementing this plan over the next two years and seeing the positive impact it will have.”
Steve Stewart, President of Hockey Queensland
“The collaboration between Member Associations and Hockey Australia over the past two years has created an environment in which we can confidently work together to achieve our strategic goals from which hockey in Australia can only benefit as we move towards 2032 and beyond .”
Andrew Skillern, CEO Ice Hockey Victoria
“Our sporting ability to be bold and embrace Hockey5s will ensure we cater to Australia’s changing participant landscape and enjoy the traditional game.”
Katie Flanagan, President Hockey WA
“Hockey WA is pleased to support the 2023-24 Australian Hockey Strategic Plan and 2032 Strategic Vision. The holistic approach of the new Strategic Plan and Vision will provide a major boost to the broader hockey community and we look forward to working with stakeholders across the country for the benefit of sport in Australia.”
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to Australian ice hockey.
