Canberra sports organizations and government use economic impact studies for funding and decision-making.
Economic impact studies are routinely carried out by Canberra sports organisations and the ACT Government.
The figures are used as part of negotiations as sports seek funding to stage events while the government uses the studies to guide decision-making associated with the economic impact on the ACT economy.
Over the years we have seen estimates on the impact to the ACT economy from the Brumbies, Kanga Cup, Masters Games, the racing industry, Raiders, AFL and cricket.
The Canberra Raiders are riding high at the moment as the ACT's premier sporting attraction, with crowds well ahead of both the Brumbies and the Giants.