2024 Annual Report: AUSF record growth and achieve key goals
Published Mon 20 Oct 2025
In 2024, Adelaide University Sport and Fitness continued to champion the role of sport within the new Adelaide University - advocating for its place at the heart of campus life while delivering strong outcomes across every area of our work.
From club development and high performance to facilities, participation and inclusion, social sport, and intervarsity representation, our focus remained on creating opportunities that unite students, alumni, and the broader community through sport.
This year, our membership base reached 8,000, representing a vibrant mix of students, alumni, and community members.
“Sport, recreation and fitness continue to play an important role in University life,” said Adelaide University Sport and Fitness CEO Michelle Wilson. “On behalf of the Board and staff, I extend my thanks to the many supporters who contribute to Adelaide University Sport & Fitness, both within and beyond the University community.
“The team at AUSF takes great pride in the way sport connects students, alumni and the wider community. I thank the Board for their guidance and our staff for their ongoing dedication to our mission.”
Highlights
2024 was a year of growth, visibility, and impact for Adelaide University Sport & Fitness.
The Fitness Hub successfully relocated, reopening in May with increased engagement and visibility in the revitalised Union House. They also established a landmark UniSport Australia partnership to deliver Australian Defence Force pre-entry assessments and training, expanding high performance capabilities and revenue sustainability.
Four University of Adelaide alumni represented Australia at the Paris 2024 Olympics, each having developed through AUSF’s scholarships and athlete pathways - a testament to our long-term commitment to supporting student-athletes.
A major boost to the redevelopment of the Waite Oval Clubrooms came through a $500,000 donation from Charlie Hawker, lifting total secured funding to over $1M toward our $2M goal.
Infrastructure upgrades included new LED lighting at Graduates Oval and “the neck”, enabling night games and easing pressure on existing facilities through expanded evening access.
The inaugural Play with Pride event was held, celebrating our shared commitment to diversity and inclusion. Drawing over 170 attendees, the event featured inspiring voices from across Australian sport and was proudly supported by partners including the University of Adelaide, Thorne Harbour Health, Rugby Australia, Howard Vineyard and YouX.
đŸ“˜ Explore the full 2024 Adelaide University Sport and Fitness Annual Report to see how we’re driving participation, performance, and community impact through sport.
Read the Adelaide University Sport and Fitness 2024 Annual Report
