At Warrnambool Auto Group, we’re proud to support the clubs, organisations and initiatives that make our local community strong. Our involvement spans long-standing partnerships, ongoing sponsorships and practical support across sport, health, media and community organisations. Some of these partnerships began under Clinton Baulch Motor Group and continue today as part of Warrnambool Auto Group, reflecting our long-term commitment to supporting the people and communities we work alongside.
Partnerships
We work with a range of local organisations, clubs and businesses through ongoing and multi-year partnerships. These relationships are built on shared values, community connection and long-term support, many of which have continued across multiple years and brand evolutions.
Sporting Clubs & Community Support
We proudly support local sporting clubs, community groups and events across the region, helping back participation, development and the volunteers who make grassroots sport possible.
Community Contributions
In addition to formal partnerships, we regularly support local schools, fundraisers and community initiatives through vehicle support, donations, vouchers and prizes.
Major Partnerships
Our Major Partnerships represent long-standing and ongoing relationships with organisations that play a significant role in our region. These partnerships go beyond logos or short-term sponsorships and reflect meaningful collaboration across community, sport, health and local initiatives.
Premier Speedway
We support Premier Speedway, a cornerstone of motorsport in the Warrnambool region and home to a full calendar of events that bring local fans and visitors together. Premier Speedway plays a significant role in the community, hosting races, championships and gatherings that showcase regional motorsport culture. Our involvement reflects our commitment to regional sport, community engagement and supporting organisations that help bring people together across the Southwest. We’re proud to continue our partnership with Premier Speedway as part of our ongoing support for local sport and events.
The Social Connection
We’re proud to partner with The Social Connection, a South-West Victoria–based social media and digital marketing business led by Nat and Tara that helps local organisations connect more authentically with their audiences. Through this partnership, we work closely together to amplify our community initiatives, support local business visibility and strengthen engagement across our sponsorships. This ongoing collaboration highlights our community involvement while supporting local business growth through a mutually beneficial partnership.
Port Fairy & District Community Bank (Bendigo Bank)
We’re proud to support the Community Bank Port Fairy (Bendigo Bank) through a long-standing partnership focused on strengthening local communities across Port Fairy and the surrounding region. Community Banks play a unique role by reinvesting profits back into local projects, clubs and initiatives that benefit the people who live and work in the area. Our collaboration reflects a shared commitment to community connection, local growth and supporting organisations that put people first. We’re pleased to continue backing a model that helps regional communities thrive.
Matty Stewart & Hampden Interleague
We’re proud to partner with Matty Stewart, a well-known local football legend through the Hampden Football Netball League and the Warrnambool sporting community. This partnership supports grassroots and regional sport while helping promote local football, community engagement and regional pride. As part of this collaboration, Matty is supported with a sign-written vehicle that reflects his involvement in local sport and media. The partnership also aligns with our long-standing relationship with 3YFM, strengthening connections between local sport, media and the broader community.
Rotary Club of Warrnambool East
Hole in One Annual Competition
We proudly support the Rotary Club of Warrnambool East’s annual Hole in One fundraiser - a major summer event running for over 20 years from Boxing Day to Australia Day. For over a decade, Clinton Baulch Motor Group and Warrnambool Kia have supplied the prize car, making this one of the region’s most popular community competitions. Funds raised through this event go directly back into local charities and community causes.
Wilde Racing
We’re proud to support Wilde Racing, a respected thoroughbred training stable based in Warrnambool with a strong presence in Victorian country racing. Known for its quality horsemanship and competitive runners, Wilde Racing plays an important role in the local racing community and regional race meetings. Our partnership reflects a shared commitment to local sport and the racing community, supporting the hard-working trainers, staff and horse owners who contribute to the region’s rich racing culture. Through this collaboration, we help back both grassroots and elite racing talent while celebrating the traditions and excitement of the sport.
3YBFM & Coast FM
We’re proud to support 3YFM & Coast FM, Warrnambool’s local community radio station, through a long-standing partnership built on shared values of connection, communication and community engagement. 3YFM & Coast FM plays an important role in keeping the region informed, entertained and connected, providing a platform for local voices, events and initiatives. Through our collaboration, we work together to promote community activity and support local organisations, while also sharing services that help strengthen engagement across the region.
Cobden Golf Club
Annual Week of Golf Event
We proudly support the long-standing Cobden Week of Golf, a major nine-day tournament at Cobden Golf Club that has drawn competitors from across the region for over three decades. Clinton Baulch Warrnambool and Warrnambool Kia have been longstanding sponsors, contributing Kia hole-in-one prizes that help make this one of western Victoria’s most anticipated golf events.
Heywood & District Community Bank (Bendigo Bank)
We’re proud to support the Community Bank Heywood & District (Bendigo Bank) through a long-standing partnership focused on strengthening the local community. Community Banks play an important role by reinvesting profits into local clubs, projects and initiatives that support the people who live and work in the region. Our involvement reflects a shared commitment to community connection, local growth and backing organisations that deliver real benefits at a grassroots level.
Koroit Saints Football Netball Club
We’re proud to partner with the Koroit Saints Football Netball Club, one of the region’s most established and respected sporting clubs, through our Warrnambool Isuzu UTE brand. The Koroit Saints play an important role in bringing people together across football and netball, supporting players of all ages, volunteers and families within the local community. Our partnership helps back grassroots sport and the club’s ongoing contribution to community connection, participation and development.
Ben Cunnington - Ambassador
We’re proud to partner with Ben Cunnington, former North Melbourne Football Club midfielder and respected AFL figure, as an official Warrnambool Mazda ambassador. Ben is widely recognised for his toughness, professionalism and leadership across a long AFL career, earning strong respect from fans and the wider football community. Our partnership reflects shared values of resilience, commitment and authenticity, with Ben supporting our brand and community presence through ambassador activity.
Folimas Fitness & Boxing
We proudly partner with Folimas Fitness & Boxing to support community health, wellbeing and active lifestyles across the region. Through this collaboration, Clinton Baulch Motor Group and Warrnambool Jac help promote fitness initiatives, events and local engagement that strengthen community connections.
Warrnambool & District Community Hospice
We’re proud to support Warrnambool & District Community Hospice, a vital local organisation providing compassionate palliative care and support for individuals and families across our region. Through this partnership, we provide a vehicle to assist Hospice volunteers in delivering their essential services, helping them travel safely and reliably within the community. The Hospice plays an important role in offering dignity, comfort and care during challenging times, and we’re pleased to support the practical needs that allow their volunteers to focus on what matters most.
Lifeline South West Victoria
We’ve proudly supported Lifeline South West Victoria through multiple initiatives, including The Push-Up Challenge, the Father’s Day Classic Golf Day and direct donations, helping fund critical mental health and crisis support services across the region.
Warrnambool RSL
We proudly supported the Warrnambool RSL as a partner in their major annual fundraising raffle, helping promote and deliver one of the organisation’s most important community fundraising initiatives. This collaboration supported the RSL’s ongoing work they do with veterans, members and local programs.
Current & Recent Partners
Alongside our major partnerships, we’re proud to support a wide range of local clubs, events, charities and community organisations through current and recent sponsorships.