Invictus Australia has announced Austability as the Presenting Partner of Team Australia for the inaugural Invictus Australia Sports Festival 2026. The partnership builds on Austability’s support of Team Australia at the Invictus Germany Sports Festival in June 2026 and reflects a shared commitment to supporting the recovery, rehabilitation and wellbeing of veterans through sport and community connection. This partnership will see the organisation back a 30-strong Australian contingent as they compete alongside teams from New Zealand and the Republic of Korea at the Invictus Australia Sports Festival in Perth this October.
An event for wounded, injured or ill veterans, The Invictus Australia Sports Festival 2026 will bring together competitors for a weekend of sport, recovery and connection, showcasing the resilience and determination of the defence community The Festival extends the impact of the Invictus movement beyond the Games cycle, providing an international adaptive sport opportunity closer to home for competitors across the Indo-Pacific region.
Invictus Australia Director Teams, Pathway & Alumni Adam Pine OLY said Austability’s continued commitment plays a vital role in delivering an impactful experience for Team Australia competitors. “Austability understands veterans and shares our values, and that makes this partnership especially meaningful,” Pine said. “Their support for Team Australia will help us create an environment where competitors can challenge themselves and make the most of this unique opportunity. We’re delighted to continue our partnership with Austability and welcome their support as Presenting Partner of Team Australia for the Invictus Australia Sports Festival 2026, Presented by ATCO,” he said.
Austability is an Australian-owned defence and security company with a workforce predominantly comprised of veterans, delivering operational support services across Australia and internationally.
“The Invictus Australia Sports Festival provides an incredible opportunity for competitors to challenge themselves, represent their country and continue building confidence through sport. Supporting Team Australia is a natural extension of who we are and what we stand for. We understand the power of belonging, purpose and connection in the recovery journey. We’re proud to stand alongside Team Australia as Presenting Partner and help bring this inaugural event to life on home soil.” Ben Khandan, Governor General, Austability.
The festival will feature a range of adaptive sports including indoor rowing, pickleball, swimming and sitting volleyball, highlighting the spirit of competitors as they represent their nations and support one another on and off the field of play. The Invictus Australia Sports Festival 2026, presented by ATCO, will take place in Perth in October and marks a significant milestone for the Invictus movement in Australia, bringing international competitors together through sport, recovery and connection.
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