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http://www.australiabid.com.au:
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/opinion...fans-will-behave/story-e6frfhqf-1225961186403
Andrew Demetriou
November 26, 2010
AUSTRALIAN sport fans have less than a week to wait before a decision on the hosting rights for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Having been to the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, I know first-hand the excitement the event generates as a spectacle -- and the massive audience it attracts around the world.
There is also no doubt that Australians --and Victorians in particular -- love their sport and cannot get enough of it.
As a nation we love major sporting events. And we will support major sporting events that draw the best athletes from around the country or around the world, whatever the code.
A FIFA World Cup would give Australia another opportunity to build on our enviable reputation for running successful major sporting events.The AFL was one of the first sporting codes to signal our vocal support for the World Cup bid.
We are proud of our support for major events because we believe they enhance Australia's reputation as a quality sporting destination that delivers well-run, well-supported events that are safe, secure, affordable and family-friendly.
Sport in this country has always united people regardless of background.
Imagine Australia hosting the World Cup in 2022.Imagine the sporting smorgasbord of having Carlton and Collingwood play at Etihad Stadium, the Melbourne Rebels taking on the Waratahs in the ARU game of the week, the Melbourne Storm stepping out against the Brisbane Broncos at AAMI Park, the US and Ghana clashing in a World Cup match at Skilled Stadium and England and Argentina striding out before a capacity MCG crowd.
What a celebration of sport!
What an advertisement for Melbourne as one of the most diverse sporting cities in the world.
And what an opportunity to see the best soccer players in the world while also showcasing our own indigenous game to the world.
I have seen first-hand the excitement of the World Cup. Like all Australians, I will be eagerly watching the announcement next Friday morning.
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/opinion...-next-generation/story-e6frfhqf-1225961188090
James Sutherland November 26, 2010
AUSTRALIANS are often surprised to learn Cricket Australia has been talking to football officials, government and media proprietors supporting our nation's host bid.
Surely cricket and soccer are in competition for spectators, players, facilities and sponsors, they say.
And of course, in many ways, we are.
But there are also common interests that unite the major sports in Australia.
Put simply, football is the world sport, and the FIFA World Cup is the world's biggest sporting event.
It is the world's biggest event, full stop, and winning the right to stage it would be great for Australia and for Australian sport.
Australia has shown it has what it takes to stage major global events, and the successful hosting of the football World Cup would showcase our nation to the world in a way that would be to the benefit of us all.
Sport is an intrinsic part of the Australian way of life.
It is a part of how we identify ourselves as a nation of different people but of common interests and values, such as good sportsmanship and outdoor life.
It is a thread that connects our nation as it grows in diversity by the day.
The World Cup would help to strengthen Australia's identity in the eyes of the world, but also in our own eyes as we continue to mature as a confident, cosmopolitan, multicultural community.
The last time the Ashes were here, the series created $317 million in economic activity -- including a mini-boom in tourism.
Holding the FIFA World Cup in Australia would have an even bigger impact on our nation.It is particularly motivating to those of us who have a passion for encouraging young Australians to put their computer games and consoles down, and step outside to run and jump, to chase, catch, hit and kick a ball.
It is events like the World Cups of cricket and football being held in Australia that will help inspire the next generation of participants and fans for all sports.
Australia's major sports are collectively convinced that appropriate sporting role models can encourage boys and girls to want to emulate them.Few of the kids who are inspired by their favourite cricketer, footy player, soccer star or Olympic athlete will go on to become elite athletes.
But they can be encouraged into lifelong healthy habits that come from playing sport and being physically active.
A FIFA World Cup in 2022 would excite and unite the kids of Australia.
Hopefully, many of them will venture outdoors to kick a ball around -- and stay outside to try other activities.
And if they do, hopefully plenty of them will find they enjoy the pleasure of physical activity.
http://www.australiabid.com.au:
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/opinion...fans-will-behave/story-e6frfhqf-1225961186403
Andrew Demetriou
November 26, 2010
AUSTRALIAN sport fans have less than a week to wait before a decision on the hosting rights for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Having been to the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, I know first-hand the excitement the event generates as a spectacle -- and the massive audience it attracts around the world.
There is also no doubt that Australians --and Victorians in particular -- love their sport and cannot get enough of it.
As a nation we love major sporting events. And we will support major sporting events that draw the best athletes from around the country or around the world, whatever the code.
A FIFA World Cup would give Australia another opportunity to build on our enviable reputation for running successful major sporting events.The AFL was one of the first sporting codes to signal our vocal support for the World Cup bid.
We are proud of our support for major events because we believe they enhance Australia's reputation as a quality sporting destination that delivers well-run, well-supported events that are safe, secure, affordable and family-friendly.
Sport in this country has always united people regardless of background.
Imagine Australia hosting the World Cup in 2022.Imagine the sporting smorgasbord of having Carlton and Collingwood play at Etihad Stadium, the Melbourne Rebels taking on the Waratahs in the ARU game of the week, the Melbourne Storm stepping out against the Brisbane Broncos at AAMI Park, the US and Ghana clashing in a World Cup match at Skilled Stadium and England and Argentina striding out before a capacity MCG crowd.
What a celebration of sport!
What an advertisement for Melbourne as one of the most diverse sporting cities in the world.
And what an opportunity to see the best soccer players in the world while also showcasing our own indigenous game to the world.
I have seen first-hand the excitement of the World Cup. Like all Australians, I will be eagerly watching the announcement next Friday morning.
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/opinion...-next-generation/story-e6frfhqf-1225961188090
James Sutherland November 26, 2010
AUSTRALIANS are often surprised to learn Cricket Australia has been talking to football officials, government and media proprietors supporting our nation's host bid.
Surely cricket and soccer are in competition for spectators, players, facilities and sponsors, they say.
And of course, in many ways, we are.
But there are also common interests that unite the major sports in Australia.
Put simply, football is the world sport, and the FIFA World Cup is the world's biggest sporting event.
It is the world's biggest event, full stop, and winning the right to stage it would be great for Australia and for Australian sport.
Australia has shown it has what it takes to stage major global events, and the successful hosting of the football World Cup would showcase our nation to the world in a way that would be to the benefit of us all.
Sport is an intrinsic part of the Australian way of life.
It is a part of how we identify ourselves as a nation of different people but of common interests and values, such as good sportsmanship and outdoor life.
It is a thread that connects our nation as it grows in diversity by the day.
The World Cup would help to strengthen Australia's identity in the eyes of the world, but also in our own eyes as we continue to mature as a confident, cosmopolitan, multicultural community.
The last time the Ashes were here, the series created $317 million in economic activity -- including a mini-boom in tourism.
Holding the FIFA World Cup in Australia would have an even bigger impact on our nation.It is particularly motivating to those of us who have a passion for encouraging young Australians to put their computer games and consoles down, and step outside to run and jump, to chase, catch, hit and kick a ball.
It is events like the World Cups of cricket and football being held in Australia that will help inspire the next generation of participants and fans for all sports.
Australia's major sports are collectively convinced that appropriate sporting role models can encourage boys and girls to want to emulate them.Few of the kids who are inspired by their favourite cricketer, footy player, soccer star or Olympic athlete will go on to become elite athletes.
But they can be encouraged into lifelong healthy habits that come from playing sport and being physically active.
A FIFA World Cup in 2022 would excite and unite the kids of Australia.
Hopefully, many of them will venture outdoors to kick a ball around -- and stay outside to try other activities.
And if they do, hopefully plenty of them will find they enjoy the pleasure of physical activity.

