Chemist Warehouse joins as the inaugural Principal Partner of Walkerville Netball Club in 2026

Walkerville Netball Club is proud to announce their new principal partnership with Chemist Warehouse for the 2026-2028 Premier League campaign. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for both the Club and Chemist Warehouse, as Walkerville debuts in the THRFG South Australian Premier League competition and Chemist Warehouse launches its first major female sport partnership in the state.

Chemist Warehouse is Australia’s leading pharmacy retailer, renowned for its extensive range of health, wellness and beauty products at affordable prices. With hundreds of stores nationwide, Chemist Warehouse has become a household name, dedicated to making healthcare accessible to all Australians. Their commitment to community support and healthy living aligns perfectly with the values of grassroots and elite sport.

Founded in 2010 by a group of country netballers, WNC has become one of South Australia’s largest and most respected netball clubs, with a strong presence across both metropolitan and regional communities. It fosters a belief that sport has a unique power to build community and develop character. In just 17 years, the club has grown to 42 teams across juniors and seniors, with players from three years old to pre-elite athletes.

Walkerville Netball Club is proudly inclusive, community-driven and future-focused, built on a foundation of Respect, Community, Teamwork, Sportsmanship, Excellence, Passion and Friendship. Its commitment to providing a supportive environment for women and children of all ages, skill and ability to access netball and maintain an active, healthy lifestyle, whilst building lifelong friendships, underpins the future strength of the partnership with Chemist Warehouse.

Whilst leading progressively and innovatively, WNC continues to uphold high standards in culture and community engagement, and a strong focus on providing high-performance development initiatives for our athletes and officials alongside a clear pathway from grassroots to elite netball.

Chemist Warehouse’s branding will be prominently displayed across the front of the inaugural Walkerville Netball Club Premier League playing dress in addition to all club polos, proudly worn by seniors, juniors and our youngest athletes participating in our Kindy Cats program, symbolising a united commitment to health and sport.

“We are delighted to begin this partnership with WNC”, Phil Colasante, State Manager of Chemist Warehouse, said on embarking on this new Principal Partnership with Walkerville Netball Club.

“Supporting local sport is at the heart of our values and we believe that together we can make a real difference in the lives of young athletes and the wider community.

“The club’s commitment to excellence and inclusivity aligns perfectly with our mission to promote health and wellbeing for all.” Walkerville Netball Club’s Commercial Manager, Bettina Manuele, echoed this sentiment.

“We are incredibly excited for this new collaboration with Chemist Warehouse and are very grateful for their support”, she said.

“It presents a unique opportunity as WNC’s first ever on-kit partner as we become the newest Premier League club in South Australia’s preeminent competition, and we think it is the perfect fit.

“Our players and families already rely on Chemist Warehouse for health, recovery and wellness and now we can celebrate that.

“It will certainly make a memorable impact on our club and our community, so we look forward to building a formidable relationship with Chemist Warehouse that continues to grow well into the future.”

With shared values and passion, these two organisations are looking ahead to a history-making season in 2026 which will inspire our current and future generations of netballers, fans and the wider community.

Together, Walkerville Netball Club and Chemist Warehouse are committed to building a legacy of community, health, excellence and teamwork.