THE HON STEPHEN JONES MP
ASSISTANT TREASURER
MINISTER FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES
MEMBER FOR WHITLAM
THE HON ANIKA WELLS
MINISTER FOR SPORT
MINISTER FOR AGED CARE
MEDIA RELEASE
Wingecarribee Shire Council has received $40,000 in funding for a project to upskill local coaches and support sporting clubs in the region to encourage greater involvement of children and adults with disability and older people in their competitions.
It’s part of the Albanese Government’s Play Well Participation Grants Program which is providing up to $40,000 in funding to 29 local councils across the country.
Wingecarribee Shire Council’s Breaking Barriers: Fostering Inclusivity and Collaboration in Sports project will support local clubs and associations to address barriers to involvement in sport.
Through training and information sharing, the project also aims to highlight the similarities and shared experiences of different clubs and associations in the area and provide supports to address broader challenges being encountered by clubs and officials.
The Albanese Government is investing around $10.3 million for a total of 69 projects across the nation, so more Australians can enjoy the mental and physical benefits of sport.
Sports including surfing, golf, badminton, table tennis, AFL, rugby league, softball and orienteering will receive funding through the Australian Sports Commission’s (ASC) Play Well grant program.
More information on the Play Well grant program and a list of successful recipients is available at - Play Well Participation Grant Program | Australian Sports Commission (sportaus.gov.au)
Quotes attributable to Member for Whitlam, Stephen Jones:
“I’m really pleased Wingecarribee Shire Council has secured this grant funding to encourage more locals to get involved in club sport through providing sporting clubs and coaches with supports and training.
“Our government is committed to supporting the health and well-being of Australians. That’s why our May Budget includes a funding boost of more than $494 million to sport, helping millions of Australians continue to have access to free sports programs.”
Quotes attributable to Minister for Sport, Anika Wells:
“Creating great sporting environments is central to getting more Australians active and these projects will help grow sport participation ahead of Brisbane 2032.
“Indigenous communities, regional and remote areas and people with disability are at the heart of so many of these projects to help ensure sport is fun and accessible for anyone who wants to be involved.”
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