Blue Mountains sports have shared in $4.4 million in NSW Government funding following the awarding of grants in the Local Sport Grant Program.
The Program provides up to up to $20,000 to individual clubs and associations with $50,000 available in each electorate to increase participation in community sport with 579 projects awarded funding in this year’s program.
9 projects were awarded funding in the Blue Mountains for new equipment, programs and facilities valued at $50,0000.
Some projects to receive funding include:
- Blaxland Warrimoo Netball Club – Upgrade of player and coaching equipment
- Blue Mountains Roller Derby League – Roller derby advance skills weekend workshop
- Dragons Abreast Blue Mountains Inc – Equipment purchase
- Hazelbrook Football Club – Coaching and equipment upgrade and Ditch the White Shorts
- Mountain Archers Archery Club – Extra targets availability
- Springwood Country Club – Purchase of golf equipment for use by women and children
- Winmalee Netball Club – Spring Twighlight 2024
Member for Blue Mountains, Trish Doyle said:
“Sport is a way of life in the Blue Mountains community.
“This funding will help our local clubs and their army of volunteers to provide more opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the benefits of sport and active recreation.
“I congratulate the funding recipients and look forward to the seeing the amazing projects they will deliver.”
Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said:
“The Local Sport Grant Program provides vital funds for community sport.
“This year we have doubled the funding for individual projects, meaning grassroots community sports clubs and associations can provide more programs and equipment to support their participants.
“With the critical role sport plays in keeping people healthy, active and socially connected, this funding is vital to community health, wellbeing and sense of identity.”
For further information visit: www.sport.nsw.gov.au/local-sport-grant-program
