Netball NZ Submits Bid For 2023 Netball World Cup

New Zealand is "in the running to host another major women's sporting event" after Netball NZ last week lodged its official bid to host the 2023 Netball World Cup, according to Dana Johannsen of STUFF. Netball NZ submitted its bid documents outlining a vision for an Auckland tournament to the Int'l Netball Federation over the weekend. It comes as NZ Rugby "chases the opportunity to stage the 2021 Women's World Cup." Netball NZ's bid has the backing of central and local governments. Netball NZ Events Manager Kate Agnew said that the organization received formal notification of financial support from the NZ government and Auckland Council has also agreed to "commit money to the event." NZ Minister for Sport & Recreation Grant Robertson made the promotion of women's sport a "key priority" in his first term. Netball NZ is expected to face "strong competition" for hosting rights, with South Africa having previously indicated its interest in hosting the '23 event (STUFF, 7/2).