The Origin Australian Diamonds will host the England Roses in a three match test series this September, with the final match to be played in Bendigo.
In partnership with the Victorian Government through Visit Victoria and supported by the City of Greater Bendigo, the match will be played at Bendigo Stadium on Wednesday 25 September at 7:00pm AEST.
The Premier of Victoria Jacinta Allan made the announcement in Bendigo today alongside Netball Australia CEO Stacey West and Origin Australian Diamonds Joanna Weston and Kate Moloney.
The Diamonds last played in Bendigo in 2014 – also marking the last time the national team has played in regional Victoria.
In addition to the match, Visit Victoria will work with Netball Australia and Netball Victoria to deliver a training clinic in Bendigo with Origin Australian Diamonds players and local primary school students later in the year.
The locations of the first and second matches of the England Series will be announced shortly.
Quote attributable to Premier Jacinta Allan
“We’re proud to be bringing the Diamonds to Bendigo to give local fans a chance to see their netball heroes in action while also welcoming new visitors to the region.”
Quote attributable to Visit Victoria CEO Brendan McClements
“The Diamonds test match – along with other 2024 Visit Victoria supported activity, including the current Paris: Impressions of Life 1880–1925 exhibition, the Lost Trades Fair, Boomers vs South Korea, Masterchef episodes filmed in Bendigo, and the ‘Every Bit Different’ marketing campaign – are helping drive visitation and showcasing Bendigo to broad audiences.”
Quotes attributable to Netball Australia CEO Stacey West
“The Origin Australian Diamonds and the England Roses have an intense rivalry on the court, and this will no doubt be another thrilling match between two of the world’s best teams competing in Bendigo.”
“We thank the Victorian Government and Visit Victoria for their support and investment in the country’s largest female team sport and our World Champions the Origin Australian Diamonds.”
Quotes attributable to City of Greater Bendigo Mayor Cr Andrea Metcalf
“We are absolutely thrilled to host the final match of the International Test Series between the Australian Diamonds and the English Roses. Both teams share an amazing rivalry and with the Diamonds ranked number one in the world, we are in for an exciting series and final.
“Bendigo has world-class facilities and netball is a hugely popular sport right across central Victoria, from grassroots through to having two local teams in the state competition, so this match will be the hottest ticket in town come September.
“We look forward to welcoming both teams and to seeing the very best in the world right here on our doorstep.”
Information regarding ticket sales for the England Series will be announced soon.
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The England Series and the Constellation Cup will be broadcast live and exclusive in Australia on Fox Sports, available on Kayo Freebies and Foxtel.
