Falcons in new naming rights deal for Joondalup home ground
The Falcons' home ground will be known as HIF Health Insurance Oval in a three-year deal, which will include HIF-sponsored games and fan days.
HIF chief executive Glenn Oellermann said West Perth was quintessentially West Australian as the oldest WA Football League club.
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'As a proud not-for-profit West Australian-based health fund serving the community for over 70 years, we see a strong alignment in partnering with the club,' he said.
'Our shared values on health, wellness and the importance of community in WA are further highlighted by the importance of supporting grassroots football in our home state.
'It's exciting to see the Falcons perform on the field this 2025 season.'
West Perth chief executive Joe McCarthy said as proud advocates around the importance of sport in the community, 'our values align perfectly with those that are displayed at HIF'.
'This three-year partnership not only gives our club financial sustainability, it also allows us to grow additional areas within health and wellbeing.
'Our unique game day proposals of both night and twilight football will showcase HIF Health Insurance Oval to all and we encourage all Falcons fans to come down and enjoy the atmosphere.'
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