Intrepid Travel will become a prominent feature on the back of North Melbourne’s AFL and AFLW guernseys for the 2026 and 2027 seasons as part of a two-year partnership extension with the club.  

Intrepid will continue as a Platinum Partner of the AFL team and co-major partner of the AFLW side in a huge boost for the Kangaroos.   

The renewal solidifies Intrepid’s position as the official travel and experiences partner of North Melbourne’s AFL and AFLW teams. 

As the club's official Membership partner, Intrepid will also offer members exclusive deals on travel packages for trips across Australia and the world. 

This extension comes at a historic time for the Kangaroos, following the club’s recent B Corp certification. 

As revealed on Tuesday, North Melbourne is the first professional sporting club in Australia to achieve this globally recognised standard for social, community and environmental performance.

Intrepid has been a certified B Corp since 2018 and joined the North Melbourne family last year. Senior leaders from Intrepid were there alongside the club at the national B Corp conference on the NSW Central Coast on Monday night, when the announcement was made to over 300 businesses. 

North Melbourne chief commercial officer 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 Intrepid standing with us as we embark on this new chapter is a great honour.  

“We appreciate the strategic guidance and commitment demonstrated by the Intrepid team, and we’re incredibly excited about the next two years.” 

General Manager Sales & Marketing ANZ at Intrepid Travel 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,” Thompson 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.” 

About Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel has been a world leader in responsible travel for more than 35 years. The company’s mission is to create positive change through the joy of travel, which comes to life on more than 900 trips all designed to truly experience local culture. With its own network of country offices in 32 countries, Intrepid has unique local expertise and perspectives. Globally recognised for their commitment to transparency and ethical travel, they became B-Corp certified in 2018, and their not-for-profit, The Intrepid Foundation, has disbursed more than $20 million to more than 160 partners. For more information, download the company’s 2024 Integrated Annual Report and follow Intrepid on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok or LinkedIn.