Harvey Norman has added surfing to its support of Australian sport by backing the Hurley Surfing Australia High Performance Centre (HPC) at Casuarina Beach in Northern NSW.The Australian retail giant will help fit-out the $2 million HPC funded by the Federal Government. It is a world-first facility dedicated to the development of elite surfers and coaches and will ensure Australia maintains its place as a world leader in the sport.
Designed in consultation with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), the HPC will be officially opened on June 15.
The two-level centre of excellence will boast state of the art education facilities, equipment and accommodation and will be at the forefront of sports science and coaching development for surfing.
Harvey Norman is a major supporter of rugby league and has now taken a firm stake in another great Australia pastime by backing the future stars of Australian surfing. As part of the HPC fit-out, Harvey Norman will provide an extensive range of furnishings to ensure fully equipped office, auditorium, laundry, kitchen, bedroom and storage facilities.
Harvey Norman General Manager of Technology & Entertainment, Ben McIntosh said Harvey Norman was proud to support such an innovative and cutting-edge facility like the HPC.
“The HPC is going to be a state of the art facility in a sport that is part of the Australian way of life,” he said. “Harvey Norman always looks to support organisations that promote healthy, fun lifestyles and Surfing Australia with the HPC really epitomises fun and healthy lifestyles of Australians”.
Surfing Australia CEO Andrew Stark said the support of Harvey Norman was crucial for the HPC in achieving its goals of becoming a world-class training and education facility.
“Harvey Norman is a great supporter of Australian sport and we’re proud they’re now backing surfing and the development of the sport in this country.
“Thanks to Harvey Norman, the HPC will now be fully equipped to ensure that everyone who participates in programs will have access to the latest in training equipment and coaching but also be able to enjoy the facilities in comfort.”
About Harvey Norman
Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd, a public company that, as a franchisor, grants franchises to independent business operators, as business owners who retail products for the home and office in the following categories: Electrical, Computers & Communications, Small Appliances, Furniture, Bedding & Manchester, Home Improvements, Lighting and Carpet & Flooring. There are Harvey Norman stores in Australia, New Zealand, Slovenia, Ireland, Singapore and Malaysia.
Harvey Norman has become a household name and everyone is familiar with the slogan ‘Go Harvey, Go Harvey, Go Harvey Norman’. This company motto, much like the supporting anthem for a favourite sporting team, conveys the enthusiasm and entrepreneurial spirit embedded in the Franchise operators and the Harvey Norman culture.
About Surfing Australia
Surfing Australia is a not for profit incorporated National Sporting Organisation that was formed in 1963 to establish, guide and promote the development of surfing in Australia.
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