Victoria Scores New High-Tech Sports Centre

Victoria Welcomes High-Tech Sports Centre

The Allan Labor Government is supporting a leading UK sports technology firm to establish its Asia Pacific headquarters in Victoria. This move brings advanced technology to the AFLW and reinforces Victoria's role as Australia's sporting capital.

New Centre of Excellence in Collingwood

Minister for Economic Growth and Jobs, Danny Pearson, recently visited Sportable's new headquarters and Centre of Excellence located in Collingwood. The centre will create up to 20 specialist roles, including software development, hardware engineering, and client delivery.

Innovative 'Smart Ball' Technology

Sportable's 'Smart Ball' technology delivers real-time data on the ball’s movement during games, improving fan experience and ensuring the accuracy of close scoring shots and line decisions.

Following the launch of its Smart Rugby Ball in England, France, and Australia, Sportable collaborated with the AFL to develop the Smart Sherrin over several years, successfully introducing it in the 2024 NAB AFLW season.

The Smart Sherrin has supported over 2,000 score reviews during the 2025 season, demonstrating its impact on the sport.

Global Hub for Visualisation and Officiating Solutions

Sportable’s Centre of Excellence now serves as the global headquarters for its visualisation division. Leveraging Victoria’s exceptional talent, the centre develops systems and solutions for officiating, high-performance assessment, and innovative fan engagement content for sports worldwide.

Author’s summary: Victoria's new Sportable centre brings cutting-edge ball-tracking technology and global sports solutions, boosting local jobs and strengthening the state's sports leadership.

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Mirage News Mirage News — 2025-11-07

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