DECO Signs Up to Support the Illawarra Hawks

DECO Australia, a leading local manufacturer of premium aluminium building products, is proud to announce its new partnership with one of Australia’s most iconic basketball teams, the Illawarra Hawks, for the 2025/26 NBL season.

The partnership brings together two proudly Australian organisations that share common values of hard work, teamwork, and excellence. DECO’s support of the Hawks reflects not only its passion for Australian sport, but also its deep and personal connection to the Illawarra region – the birthplace of the company’s founder, Ross Doonan.

Supporting the team at last Friday night’s home game, DECO’s Architectural Business Manager, Simon Pearson, was delighted to be courtside as the partnership between DECO Australia and the Illawarra Hawks officially took flight.

“As a family-owned business with roots in the Illawarra, this partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting local communities and celebrating excellence – both on and off the court.” said Pearson.

“The Hawks embody the same values that drive DECO every day – resilience, commitment, and community spirit. Supporting the Hawks allows us to give back to a region that helped shape our story while connecting with basketball fans locally and across Australia.”

Basketball continues to grow as one of Australia’s most exciting and accessible sports, and DECO’s partnership with the Hawks provides a powerful opportunity to engage with local communities, celebrate shared values, and connect with fans nationwide.

Through the partnership, DECO will collaborate with the Hawks across key community initiatives and special activations designed to bring fans closer to the team and showcase DECO’s Australian-made products, including its range of aluminium cladding, battens, and decking – all known for their durability, performance, and design innovation.

“This partnership is about more than sport – it’s about celebrating the Illawarra’s spirit of hard work, craftsmanship, and pride,” Pearson added. “We’re thrilled to stand behind the Hawks and look forward to an exciting season ahead, both on and off the court.”

As the Hawks take to the court for what promises to be an exciting season, DECO is proud to stand behind the team and looks forward to cheering them on throughout the 2025/26 season.