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Adelaide City Football Club concept render
Public Affairs & Government Engagement

Adelaide City Football Club

Funding secured for new community marks a proud milestone in historic clubs 80th year

Ace Strategies developed and implemented a strategic engagement and communications plan that raised awareness of the club's need for a new junior sports facility. Through our political research and stakeholder engagement, we strengthened the business case, secured support, and delivered a $6 million State Government funding commitment.

“Ace's advocacy and strategic support have helped our club to progress one of the most significant community infrastructure projects in our history — the team exudes passion and delivers a personalised service. To receive a $6 million government grant in our 80th year is a remarkable achievement.”
Angelo Carozza — President
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Australian General Practice Network
Stakeholder Engagement

Australian General Practice Network

Empowering leaders to make critical business decisions to achieve sustainable success

Ace Strategies facilitated a collaborative strategic workshop for AGPN's board and executive leaders and provided ongoing support to develop a sustainable business model. We also developed strategic communications materials to drive advocacy and funding support for bespoke partner programs including The Breast Screen Initiative.

“The strategic guidance and knowledge provided empowered us to make critical business decisions and achieve success.”
Susan Pearce — Chief Executive Officer
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Aspen Medical
Public Affairs & Government Engagement

Aspen Medical

Enabling innovative healthcare solutions to cut through bureaucratic red tape and deliver

Ace Strategies supported Aspen Medical to strengthen its position in the South Australian market by building strategic relationships, showcasing capabilities, and aligning with government health priorities through an integrated government relations and communications plan.

“Ace Strategies helped us to strengthen our relationship with the South Australian Government and raise awareness of our health sector solutions.”
Andrew Parnell — Executive General Manager
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North Adelaide Golf Course
Public Affairs & Government Engagement

North Adelaide Golf Club

Australian Open Secured for New World-Class North Adelaide Public Golf Course

Ace Strategies' Kevin Naughton has been at the centre of the South Australian Government's transformation of the North Adelaide Golf Course into a championship public precinct. Providing specialist government relations, stakeholder engagement and strategic communications advice - he has been instrumental in the marquee redevelopment. It will provide improved facilities and amenities for year-round public use and support the future growth of world-class tournaments, boosting interstate and international tourism. Planned upgrades include a new 18-hole Championship Course, executive course, driving range, and practice facilities.

“Central to this move is the investment we are delivering in North Adelaide, a world-class public golf course uniquely located in our stunning Park Lands overlooking the CBD.”
Peter Malinauskas - South Australian Premier
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BIORG
Media Issues Management

BIORG

Clarity and calmness provided in an important moment supports a strong reputation

BIORG required urgent reputation management support through an unforeseen crisis. Ace Strategies managed the stakeholder and media relationships with professionalism and discretion, protecting the company's market position.

“At short notice, the Ace team stepped in to provide reputation management advice — it brought clarity and calmness during a chaotic time.”
Doug Phillips — Chief Executive Officer
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Blacktree Technology at Indo-Pacific Expo
Strategic Communications

Blacktree Technology

Strategic communications support global expansion of cutting-edge solutions

Ace Strategies supported Blacktree Technology to overhaul its strategic communications materials, including re-writing and designing its quad chart, capabilities statement, product catalogue, and technical infographics explaining complex solutions. This supported business growth from Perth to Paris.

“Ace Strategies are what companies need to get the best out of their concept to market strategies - well done!”
Flora-Maree Furness - Advisory Board Member
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Whitsunday Islands
Public Affairs & Government Engagement

Queensland Whitsunday Regional Council

Defence and Advanced Manufacturing Strategic Positioning Paper sets new course

Ace Strategies supported the Whitsunday Regional Council with a comprehensive Defence and Advanced Manufacturing Strategic Positioning Paper, analysing Federal and State policies, funding pathways, and the National Defence Strategy suite. Drawing on intelligence from defence decision‑makers, we defined a disciplined, evidence‑based role for the region and delivered practical recommendations to leverage its industrial and geographical assets. The review identified unique, high‑readiness opportunities for the Whitsundays to diversify its economy, position itself as a key defence support node and to strengthen Australia’s resilience.

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Defence Teaming Centre Pitch Masterclass
Stakeholder Engagement

Defence Teaming Centre

Pitch masterclass supports Australian businesses to perform on the global stage

Ace Strategies developed and delivered a tailored Tradeshow Pitch Training Masterclass in partnership with Defence SA. From political environments, policy platforms, and market positioning, it provided an opportunity for defence industry leaders to upskill with practical tools ahead of industry forums.

“The practical exercises helped refine how we communicate our capabilities with confidence and clarity. Stronger communication leads to stronger connections.”
Rop Australia & Black Art Technologies
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Diarkis next-generation command and control systems
New Market Entry

Diarkis

Next-generation capabilities from a global gaming trailblazer enters the Australian market

Diarkis was born in the Japanese gaming scene through developers making improved tools to create innovative multiplayer games. Its unique technologies have evolved to offer cutting edge next generation command and control systems to collect and synchronise information at high speed in robust environments. Ace Strategies continues to support Diarkis to enter the Australian market and growth across defence and civilian sectors.

“From Tokyo to the global stage, our business continues to grow, however Australia has long been an unchartered territory that was difficult to approach. Ace Strategies helped us to develop a strategic plan, backed by targeted activities and impactful advice.”
Nobuyori Takahashi — Founder/CEO
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Flinders Ranges
Public Affairs & Government Engagement

The Flinders Ranges Council

Ace Strategies provides regional South Australian community with a strategic voice

Ace Strategies developed an Advocacy, Communications and Media Plan 2024–2027 for the Flinders Ranges Council, providing strategic direction to achieve priority projects including improved water quality, childcare capabilities, community infrastructure, and new tourism ventures. Re-positioned as the Capital of The Flinders Ranges, the community is poised for growth.

“The Advocacy, Communication and Engagement plan has helped Council to prioritise and be effective with our lobbying and planning — they really delivered.”
Sean Holden — Chief Executive Officer
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Helping Hand Aged Care development concept
Strategic Communications

Helping Hand Aged Care

Westering development provides the aged care sector and health system with a helping hand

Ace Strategies provided government relations and stakeholder engagement activities that supported Helping Hand's bold vision to create a vibrant and connected wellbeing precinct in the heart of North Adelaide. The major aged care proposal became the first project to be supported as 'essential infrastructure' under South Australia's framework for development assessment. The world-class critical infrastructure will deliver significant employment opportunities, and long-term social and economic benefits.

“We are proud to deliver a project that will ease pressure on our hospitals, as some of our most vulnerable community members transition into the care environments they deserve.”
Chris Stewart - Chief Executive Officer
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Mood State Medical
Public Affairs & Government Engagement

Mood State Medical

Medical device ARTG certification supports patient wellbeing and health outcomes

Mood State Medical needed to secure ARTG certification for its flagship medical vaporiser. Ace Strategies supported the team to navigate the complex stakeholder process through a strategic engagement and communications campaign supported by trusted relationships.

“It is a pleasure to engage with Ace Strategies. Their strong and trusted relationships in Canberra, as well as across state and territory governments, coupled with their ability to align political policy with strategic corporate solutions, have helped to fast-track our business aspirations and overcome challenging regulatory environments.”
James Murray — Chief Executive Officer
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Hindmarsh Island landscape
Stakeholder Engagement

Noble Investments

Hindmarsh Island eco-village to rejuvenate the regional economy and boost tourism

Ace Strategies developed a strategic engagement and communications plan that enabled the owner of a regional property to pursue a vision to develop a world class eco-village., Island Heights. Hindmarsh Island could soon be home to the unique tourism accommodation, attracting local and international visitors to explore nearby national parks and wildlife corridors. Our engagement included collaboration with State Government, local council and Traditional Owners, developing strategic communications liaising with development partners, and preparing for an Impact Assessed pathway.

“Ace Strategies brought an innovative approach which assisted us to overcome regulatory roadblocks and has assisted us to secure a tangible development pathway.”
Tim Lebbon — Chief Executive Officer
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SA Water infrastructure
Strategic Communications

SA Water

Delivering critical water and wastewater infrastructure to support housing growth

SA Water is investing billions of dollars to upgrade large-scale infrastructure, contributing to the State Government's aspirations to build 13,500 new homes each year. Ace Strategies supported the executive leadership team with strategic communications, media management, stakeholder engagement, and government relations.

“The attention to detail and strategic approach to stakeholder engagement and communications was effective and highly valued.”
Amanda Lewry — General Manager Growth
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SYOS uncrewed surface vessel
New Market Entry

SYOS Aerospace

Innovative New Zealand defence company supported to grow across the Asia Pacific.

Ace Strategies supported New Zealand and United Kingdom based SYOS' strategic entry into the Asia Pacific market through a targeted stakeholder engagement and communications strategy. This secured national and international media, and engagements with political decision makers, influencers and defence end-users.

“Ace Strategies' insight into the Defence landscape, connections to decision-makers, and ability to navigate complex environments has been instrumental to our successful entry into Australia.”
Sam Vye — Founder and Chief Executive Officer
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Techforce Personnel at defence event
New Market Entry

Techforce Personnel

Delivering workforce solutions that support critical defence and infrastructure programs.

Techforce Personnel engaged Ace Strategies to support the rapid growth of its defence and infrastructure business. Following a dedicated business development campaign that included trade show support, targeted stakeholder engagement, and strategic communications, Techforce secured a position on the Australia's Submarine Company (ASC) workforce panel and secured multiple contracts across the sector.

“I have highly valued the insight, strategic guidance and connections provided, which has transformed our Defence sector business.”
Justin McNicol — Chief Executive Officer
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The Paris Air Show
New Market Entry

The Paris Air Show

Australian defence and space industry enabled to connect with lucrative European market.

Defence and space industry clients sought targeted international business development and high-level engagements at the Paris Airshow. Ace Strategies delivered an integrated government relations, communications, stakeholder engagement and media management plan to advance Australian capabilities and deepen global partnerships.

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OTR Group service station
Public Affairs & Government Engagement

Viva Energy Retail (OTR Group)

Urgent advocacy for energy sector powerhouse secures business-winning outcomes

OTR Group sought urgent advice and advocacy with Federal and State governments regarding the interpretation and compliance obligations of new legislation. Ace Strategies led a government engagement campaign that secured written advice allowing OTR Group to move and invest with confidence.

“At a critical and time-sensitive juncture, Ace Strategies moved from brief to strategy implementation at a pace that evidenced their authority… we secured a favourable outcome that was widely deemed unachievable.”
Cameron Duncan — Head Next Generation
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