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On Monday night, Harvey Norman had the privilege of attending the 40th Sport Australia Hall of Fame Gala Dinner at the Crown in Melbourne. As a Gold Partner, it was incredibly rewarding to see our contribution directly supporting the emerging talent pool in Australian sport and meet with our scholarship holders. The evening wasn’t just about the trophies; it was about hearing the stories behind the legends. We heard about the mindset, the resilience, and the humour that often goes unseen but is crucial to their success.   A few moments from the night really stood out to us: - Oscar Piastri receiving The Don Award for his incredible Formula 1 season. His composure and skill on the world stage are a source of massive national pride. - Layne Beachley AO earning The Dawn Award for her profound courage and impact on women’s surfing, which has changed the sport forever. Cricketing great Belinda Clark and basketball legend Andrew Gaze being elevated to Legend status. - Awarding Jemma Holt the 2025 Harvey Norman Standout Scholarship Award. Seeing the next generation step up is exactly why we love being involved and we couldn’t be any prouder of her commitment and attitude towards this year’s scholarship program.   To the team at Sport Australia Hall of Fame thank you. It was a brilliant night celebrating 40 years of history and the incredible people behind it. We are proud to be part of this journey with you championing the development of Australian athletes at all levels, providing mentoring opportunities to help them achieve their full potential both on and off the field.

Harvey Norman is proud to support the Sport Australia Hall of Fame (SAHOF) Scholarship & Mentoring Program, an initiative that plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of Australian athletes. Every year 32 athletes from 32 different sports receive funding across three tiers as well as Tier 1 scholarship holders being paired with their choice of the most respected names in Australian sport to receive mentorship. At the heart of this program is a belief in the power of mentorship and legacy. As Harvey Norman CEO Katie Page said: “Harvey Norman is proud to work in lockstep with the Australian Sports Commission and the Australian Institute of Sport to deliver the 32 new Sport Australia Hall of Fame scholarships for 2026. These scholarships will ensure our talented 15-to-21-year-old athletes and para-athletes can continue to train and compete at the elite level.” “Our commitment to their future success is reinforced by the SAHOF mentoring program. We are immensely grateful to Adam Gilchrist AM, Louise Sauvage OAM, Libby Trickett OAM, Michael Milton OAM, Robbie McEwen AM and Dr Lauren Burns OAM. Your demonstrated leadership, depth of experience and celebrated sporting achievements will provide our next generation of champions with unique guidance and a sounding board they can trust.” “Congratulations to all the 2026 scholarship recipients, and equally thank you to all the applicants. We wish each of you every success.” This year our tier 1 athletes include the 2025 Oceania Mountain Biking Champion Connor Wright, U23 World Kayak (Canoe) 500m Champion Natalia Drobot, Professional Surf Life Saving 24/25 Ironman Series Champion Conner Maggs, Men’s S14 50M Butterfly (Para-Swimming) World Record Holder Declan Budd, Australia’s top-ranked Senior Women’s Fencer Katarina Egan and 3x Australian Rowing Championship (Para) Medallist Isobel Egan. Harvey Norman is excited about investing in the future, supporting young athletes as they chase their dreams, and ensuring they have the guidance and support they need to succeed. We congratulate the 2026 scholarship recipients and thank the mentors for their generosity and commitment to Australian sport. To find out more about Sport Australia Hall of Fame and the 2026 Scholarship recipients please visit: https://sahof.org.au/

This month, Harvey Norman and Sky News visited Wenty Leagues Club in Wentworthville, Greater Western Sydney, for the latest episode of Paul Murray Live ‘Our Town.’ It was an incredible night, shining a spotlight on the vibrant community and its amazing contributions to the region. On the topic of celebrating excellence, last month also marked a huge milestone for thedelicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards - 20 years of championing Australia’s finest producers and their exceptional contributions to our food industry. Held at the iconic Bennelong in Sydney, the 2025 awards celebrated two decades of uncovering the nation’s best ingredients and honouring the passionate individuals who bring them from paddock to plate. Gerry Harvey, Executive Chairman of Harvey Norman, summed it up perfectly: "Great food experiences, at home or in restaurants, start with the best produce… We are proud to partner with delicious. on this important program that recognises and celebrates exceptional talent in Australia’s food production industry." The awards spotlighted the incredible talent behind Australia’s food production, with eight winners selected by a national judging panel of renowned chefs, including Peter Gilmore, Matt Moran, Danielle Alvarez, and Alla Wolf-Tasker. 2025 Award Highlights: Producer of the Year: Michael Wohlstadt, The Dairyman Barossa, SA From the Dairy: Cambray Cheese, WA From the Earth: Living Earth Farm, NSW From the Paddock: Meredith Farm Produce, VIC From the Sea: Soueast Seafoods, NSW Changemaker: Southern Seagreens, VIC One to Watch: Australian Razorfish, SA Artisan: Woodstock Flour, VIC These prestigious awards not only celebrate excellence but also highlight sustainability, innovation, and artisanal craftsmanship in Australia’s food industry. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees for their hard work and passion. Here’s to another 20 years of celebrating Australia’s amazing food and the people behind it! To view the full episode, watch here: https://lnkd.in/g-QPUESe 

Recently, Harvey Norman Holdings Limited shared their FY25 results, reflecting a strong uplift in profitability and continued momentum across our integrated retail, franchise, property, and digital operations. On the release of the results, Mr. Harvey said: “The FY25 result is a testament to the strength of our diversified business model and the disciplined execution of our long-term strategy. We’ve delivered solid growth across all core segments, driven by strong franchisee performance, the resilience of our property portfolio, our measured global expansion, and continued investment in digital transformation and in-store innovation. These pillars continue to position Harvey Norman® for sustainable growth and sustainable value creation.” We recognise and thank the more than 15,000+ people working under the Harvey Norman® Brands across the globe whose hard work and passion has been instrumental to achieving these results. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gd225ZhF

Harvey Norman Celebrates Community with ‘Our Town’ and nominations for Shine Awards. This month, Harvey Norman and Sky News travelled to the beautiful city of Hobart, Tasmania, for the latest episode of ‘Our town’ shining a light on the incredible people and initiatives that make Australian communities stronger. One of the highlights of this month’s episode was a live appearance of Danny Mayson-Kinder, CEO & Founder of B Kinder Foundation and the 2024 Shine Awards overall winner. Danny joined Paul Murray to share the inspiring story of the B Kinder Foundation, which she founded in memory of her daughter, Billie. Since winning the Shine Awards last year, Danny has expanded the foundation’s reach, bringing its message of kindness and mental health support to even more schools and communities across Australia. Her work continues to inspire and uplift and empower kids to be kind and resilient. To learn more about Danny’s incredible journey and the great work she is doing through the B Kinder Foundation, watch the episode below. At Harvey Norman, we’re proud to support the extraordinary contributions of women in rural and regional Australia through the Shine Awards a joint initiative with The Weekly Times. Nominations for the 2025 Shine Awards are now open! Know a woman making a difference in your community? Submit your nomination at www.shineawards.com.au and help us celebrate the unsung heroes who inspire us all.

We are proud to announce the extension of our partnership with the GWS GIANTS AFL and AFLW until the end of the 2027 season, continuing our shared commitment to leadership, inclusion, and the growth of Australian football, on and off the field. This announcement was captured in a symbolic moment at the GIANTS HQ featuring Harvey Norman CEO Katie Page, GIANTS CEO David Matthews and the entire AFLW AND AFL Squad, at a pivotal time for the GIANTS as the women enter their 10th AFLW season and the men push to make the AFL finals. “Katie Page and the Harvey Norman team have been with us through key milestones in our club’s journey. Their backing has allowed us to grow not just as a football club, but as a values-driven organisation committed to inclusion, leadership, and long-term success on and off the field,” GIANTS Chief Executive Officer David Matthews said following the announcement of the two-year partnership extension. This partnership is much more than just AFL with Harvey Norman’s long standing community focus and commitment to Western Sydney, several initiatives have been launched in line with this season to strengthen ties between the GIANTS and the local grassroots football including: Leadership & Mentorship Opportunities Harvey Norman Heroes Campaign 10 Seasons of Memories Activation Harvey Norman will also support the launch of the leadership program in 2026 dedicated to the development of female athletes and emerging leaders within GIANTS AFLW program. “Our partnership with the GIANTS has always been about creating meaningful opportunities - on and off the field,” Harvey Norman General Manager of Sponsorships, Samantha Waters.  “We are proud to support a club that shares our commitment to community, leadership and building the future of women’s sport in Australia.” As the GIANTS celebrate 10 seasons of AFLW and continue to fight for a place in this year’s AFL finals series, the extended partnership is both a celebration of what’s been achieved and a bold commitment to what’s ahead. To read more about our partnership visit: https://lnkd.in/gVz5_eXJ

Harvey Norman supporting the Next Generation of Sporting Champions.   This month, Harvey Norman and Sky News visited Mount Gambier, South Australia, for the latest episode of ‘Our Town’. As the proud Gold Sponsor of the Sports Australia Hall of Fame (SAHOF), now celebrating its 40th anniversary, Harvey Norman is committed to supporting Australian athletes on and off the field. Through the SAHOF Scholarship & Mentoring Program, together we empower emerging athletes to reach their full potential-not just in sport, but in life. Now in its 18th year, the program has seen 236 athletes across 56 sports receive scholarships and 70 SAHOF Members serve as one-on-one mentors, with many aspiring athletes gone on to represent Australia successfully at Olympic/Paralympic and World Championship level. With support from the Australian Sports Commission, Australian Institute of Sport and Harvey Norman, the program awards $150,000 annually to 32 rising stars through a prestigious three-tiered structure, with all scholars benefiting from 12–14 months of support, including access to legendary Australian athletes for guidance on everything from media training, social media workshops and injury recovery to balancing life and sport. SAHOF Chair John Bertrand AO shared the program’s vision; to preserve the legacy of Australian sport while inspiring the next generation of athletes to reach their full potential both in their sporting careers and in life and facing their fears on the world stage. He spoke about how Mentors don’t coach technique in their sport (that’s the coaches’ job), they offer life advice, career insights, and personal support that helps athletes grow as individuals. We were honoured to hear from Tayte Ryan, a South Australian standout young track cyclist and Tier 1 Scholarship recipient for 2025. Mentored by Winter Olympic gold medallist Steven Bradbury OAM, Tayte has already achieved remarkable success, including a world title and recognition as SASI’s Junior Male Athlete of the Year and Commonwealth Games Australia’s Emerging Athlete of the Year. Tayte credits the program-and Steven’s mentorship- as life-changing. Former SAHOF mentor and Paralympic legend Louise Sauvage OAM summed it up beautifully: “You get really involved. You see your mentees succeed, offer your advice, and guide them not just as athletes but as people. It’s incredibly fulfilling.” To learn more about the Scholarship and Mentoring program visit sahof.org.au

The 2025 NRLW Season Kicks Off – Bigger, Bolder, and More Inspiring Than Ever. This week marks the official start of the 2025 NRLW season, and it’s shaping up to be the most exciting yet. With 12 powerhouse teams now in the competition, Women’s Rugby League continues to grow at an incredible pace - showcasing elite athleticism, fierce competition, and inspiring the next generation of players across Australia and New Zealand. To celebrate this milestone, Harvey Norman’s Our Town and Sky News joined host Paul Murray in footy-obsessed Newcastle for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the heart of the game. From training with the NRLW Tigers to interviews with legends like Brett Kimmorley, Kezie Apps, and rising star Losana Lutu. Paul also sat down with Newcastle Knights Captain Yasmin Clydesdale and Olivia Higgins - two players who embody the spirit of their community. They shared their thoughts on the growth of the game, the pride of representing Newcastle, and the excitement of kicking off the season in front of a home crowd. “It’s unreal playing footy in Newcastle,” said Yasmin. “Whether you’re walking into McDonald Jones Stadium or grabbing a coffee, the support is everywhere.” Olivia, a three-time premiership winner, is focused on Round One but has her eyes on a fourth title: “I play to win-and I definitely want another premiership.” This year also marks the return of the Women’s Warriors to the NRLW, with Harvey Norman proudly signing a three-year sponsorship with the One New Zealand Warriors. This partnership strengthens our commitment to growing the game across the Tasman and supporting pathways for young women in rugby league. Additionally, as part of our ‘Our Town’ initiative, we celebrated local heroes in Newcastle making a difference every day. Congratulations to Mum’s Cottage, Holmesville, Merewether Surfboard Club, Merewether and Soul Hub, Newcastle each receiving $2,000 in Harvey Norman vouchers for their incredible community work. To view the 2025 NRLW fixtures - Visit: https://www.nrl.com/draw/ To view the Paul Murray Live content piece - watch here: https://lnkd.in/gyQHwxHH