Hon GRANT ROBERTSON: The announcement last week that New Zealand and Australia have been confirmed as joint hosts for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup is a significant boost for women's sport. The Government has set aside up to $25 million to host the event. Of that, $14.2 million goes to New Zealand Football for direct support of the tournament. The remainder will ensure a seamless tournament is delivered. The opening match is proposed for Eden Park and a total of 29 matches are expected to be played in New Zealand with 35 to be played in Australia. This is one of the world's major sporting events. It presents an amazing opportunity for us to grow female participation in sport, create new female leaders, and further raise the visibility of women's sport in New Zealand and around the globe.