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Kicking sustainable goals: Intrepid Travel plays on as North Melbourne club partner for two more years

Intrepid Travel will continue as a platinum partner of the North Melbourne AFL team and co-major partner of the AFLW team, extending its existing club partnership for the 2026 and 2027 seasons and following its recent foray into sports sponsorship.

Intrepid Travel will continue as a platinum partner of the North Melbourne AFL team and co-major partner of the AFLW team, extending its existing club partnership for the 2026 and 2027 seasons and following its recent foray into sports sponsorship.

The extension will see the logo adorn the top back of the Kangaroos’ guernseys for two more years and cement its position as the official travel and experiences partner of NMFC’s AFL and AFLW teams.

As the club’s official membership partner, the touring company will also offer Kangas members exclusive deals on its travel packages.

In another exciting tie-up, NMFC has recently become Australia’s first professional sporting club to attain B Corp certification, joining Intrepid Travel, which has held B Corp status since 2018.

Intrepid Travel and North Melbourne teams at the club partnership announcement in March 2025, including Intrepid Travel VP Marketing USA Louise Laing, NMFC President Dr Sonja Hood, NMFC AFL Midfielder Luke Parker, NMFC AFLW Defender Nicole Bresnehan, NMFC CEO Jen Watt & Intrepid Travel Chief People & Purpose Officer Meegan Marshall.
At the club partnership announcement in March 2025, including VP Marketing USA Louise Laing, NMFC President Dr Sonja Hood, NMFC AFL Midfielder Luke Parker, NMFC AFLW Defender Nicole Bresnehan, NMFC CEO Jen Watt & Chief People & Purpose Officer Meegan Marshall.

NMFC CCO Orry Lack said this shared commitment has been the foundation of this increasingly meaningful partnership. 

“Intrepid Travel first joined us in 2024 in a values-aligned partnership and this two-year extension shows the powerful synergy between our organisations,” Lack said. 

“Our pursuit of B Corp certification has naturally attracted partners who share that same outlook and to have them standing with us as we embark on this new chapter is a great honour.”

NMFC AFLW Midfielder Eilish Sheerin & NMFC AFL Medium Defender Luke McDonald with Intrepid Travel ANZ GM Yvette Thompson (centre) at the NFMC B Corp announcement.
ANZ GM Yvette Thompson (centre) supports NMFC at the B Corp announcement.

Intrepid Travel General Manager Sales & Marketing ANZ Yvette Thompson said the renewal reflected the company’s commitment to partnering with values-aligned brands to drive greater impact.   

“We’re proud to continue our partnership with the Kangaroos. Becoming a B Corp takes time, care and a genuine commitment to doing good – something we share with North Melbourne,” she said.

“Travel, like sport, is all about connection. Whether it’s at Arden Street or on the road, we’re excited to bring our experience-rich small group adventures to the club’s passionate fan base and inspire more North fans to explore the world the Intrepid way.”

For more info, visit intrepidtravel.com