The Victorian Government’s Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund is now open to regional Local Government Authorities, aiming to deliver new and upgraded community sports infrastructure. Local clubs and organisations are advised to contact their Local Government Authority to express interest, seek support or be involved as a partner in an application.

The Victorian Government’s Significant Sporting Events Program is now open, helping sporting, community and event organisations to deliver significant sporting events in Victoria through event assistance, event development and strategic event planning grants.

Local football clubs across Australia will have the opportunity to share in an $8 million funding boost over the next four years, as the AFL and Telstra launch Telstra Footy Country Grants. With a pool of $2 million to be distributed in 2025, eligible clubs can apply for grants up to $20,000, helping strengthen, sustain and grow local footy.

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.

Sports Central, the Ballarat Working Together Group, and the City of Ballarat are hosting an All Abilities Sports Event in celebration of IDOpWD. Featured sports include AFL, Netball, Basketball and Cricket.

The Australian Sports Commission’s Local Para Champions program provides financial assistance for coaches, officials and competitors aged 12-24 participating in state, national or international championships for athletes with a disability.

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.

The Australian Sports Commission is working with researchers from Federation University to understand the cost to deliver and play community sport. The research includes two surveys, one for local community sports clubs and the other aimed at participants engaged in club sport.

It is Cyber Security Awareness Month, and clubs and athletes are invited to take advantage of online training opportunities. A free eLearning course on cyber safety and security tailored for the sports community is also now available. Access valuable advice on recognising and addressing online abuse, along with guidance on how to report such incidents effectively.

The Victorian Government’s Get Active Kids Voucher Program is now open, providing financial assistance to eligible Victorian children and young people, helping families cover the costs of sport and active recreation activities.