Professional Boxing and Combat Sports Board of Victoria
Professional boxing and combat sports in Victoria are regulated under the Professional Boxing and Combat Sports Act 1985 and the Professional Boxing and Combat Sports Regulations 2018 to:
- promote safety
- reduce the risk of malpractice
- uphold industry integrity.
The Professional Boxing and Combat Sports Board is responsible for:
- licensing promoters, trainers, referees, judges and matchmakers
- registering contestants and issuing permits to licensed promoters for boxing, kickboxing and other combat sports promotions
- supervising weigh—ins and promotions
- advising the Minister on all matters relating to professional boxing and combat sports.
The Professional Boxing and Combat Sports Board educates the sector through provision of guidelines and targeted engagement.
Webpage: Boxing and combat sports
Victorian Institute of Sport
The Victorian Institute of Sport conducts programs to assist the development of Australia's and Victoria's best athletes. The Institute provides advanced and specialised coaching, sports science and sports medicine services, career and education advice, and training and competition support.
Website: Victorian Institute of Sport
Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust
The Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust is responsible for improving and promoting Melbourne Park and Olympic Park.
Website: Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust
State Sport Centres Trust
The State Sport Centres Trust is responsible for overseeing the ongoing planning, improvement, management, operation and promotion of the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre in Albert Park and the State Netball and Hockey Centre in Royal Park.
Website: State Sport Centres Trust
Melbourne Cricket Ground Trust
The Melbourne Cricket Ground Trust is responsible for the management, control and development of the MCG. It works in conjunction with the Melbourne Cricket Club.
Websites
Kardinia Park Stadium Trust
The Kardinia Park Stadium Trust is responsible for Kardinia Park (Simonds) Stadium and associated land as facilities for sports, recreation, entertainment and related social and other activities, with the objective of contributing to the economy, community and liveability of the Geelong region and the State.
Website: Kardinia Park Stadium Trust