Get ready for a day of fun, movement and new experiences! Disability Sports Australia invites children living with disabilities to a free Variety Abilities Unleashed Kids event, a multi-sport “come and try” day at Selkirk Stadium on Tuesday 21st October from 10:00am. Participants will enjoy a range of adaptive sports and activities in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.

The Victorian Government’s Regional All Abilities Participation Grants support clubs and community organisations to enable ongoing, sustainable and meaningful participation for people with disability in regional Victoria. Our team is here to assist with applications, support project development and explore potential partnerships.

Love golf or want to give it a go? Come and join the Special Olympics Ballarat Golf Program, a fun and inclusive program, designed specifically for people with an intellectual disability and/or autism. It’s a fantastic way to learn new skills, stay active, build confidence and make new friends, all in a welcoming and supportive environment.

The Victorian Government’s 2025-26 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund is now open. The Fund is a statewide competitive Victorian Government investment program. It provides funding to develop high-quality, accessible community sport and active recreation infrastructure.

The Country Football and Netball Program is delivered in partnership with the AFL, AFL Victoria and Netball Victoria. It provides funding to Local Government Authorities to help regional football and netball clubs, associations and umpiring organisations upgrade and develop facilities in rural, regional and outer metropolitan locations.

The Australian Sports Commission’s Local Sporting Champions program are now open, providing financial assistance for coaches, officials and competitors aged 12-18 participating in state, national or international championships. Successful applicants will receive $500-$750 towards the cost of attending their championships.

Get ready to shoot, score, and have fun with Ballarat’s first All Abilities Basketball Competition! Supported by Sports Central, this 8-week inclusive program is designed for players of all experience levels. With modified rules to encourage participation, teamwork and skill development, it’s a great way to learn the game, build confidence and enjoy the thrill of basketball in a supportive environment.

Discover the joy of lawn bowls in a fun, welcoming and supportive environment! The Bowls Crew is designed for adults aged 18+ with an intellectual disability and/or autism. Our program offers expert coaching, tailored activities and a friendly atmosphere for participants and their support networks.

Round 9 of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program will open on Wednesday 15th October. The program provides financial assistance to eligible Victorian children and young people, helping families cover the costs of sport and active recreation activities. By reducing the financial barrier to participation, the program encourages children to either re-engage with or try new activities for the first time.

Healthy, connected communities should be a reality for every Victorian. That’s why VicHealth’s Growing Healthy Communities Grants are back for Round 2! Grants for up to $150,000 are available to organisations that support young Victorians and their families to achieve good health and wellbeing.