Swansea sporting clubs secure $46,644 in local sport grants

newy.com.au – Sporting organisations in the Swansea electorate have secured $46,644 in NSW Government Local Sport Grant Program funding, as part of $4.49 million awarded across the state.

The program provides grants for minor facility upgrades, new equipment and programs designed to support and encourage participation in sport and active recreation in NSW. Grants of up to $20,000 were available, with up to $50,000 allocated in the Swansea electorate.

Among the local recipients, Doyalson Wyee Football Club received $20,000 for its Doylo Wolves Uniform Upgrade Project, Canoe Academy Outrigger Club received $9950 to purchase a two-person outrigger canoe to increase paddling participation, and Gwandalan and Summerland Point Football Club received $8373 for sporting equipment for all teams.

Swansea-Caves Cricket Club was awarded $3060 for storage infrastructure for cricket gear and non-fixed equipment, Northern Lakes Junior Rugby League Football Club received $3261 for a security upgrade and PA system replacement, and Lake Macquarie Yacht Club received $2000 for its Discover Sailing Development and Training Programs.

Member for Swansea Yasmin Catley said: “Sport plays a vital role in bringing the Swansea community together.

These grants will help our local clubs buy vital equipment and resources to enable more Swansea residents to participate in sport.

I congratulate local sports organisations that were successful in securing funding and thank all the volunteers and clubs for the work they do in supporting the community.”

Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said: “The Minns Labor Government is backing, communities and organisations across NSW to enjoy the benefits of sport and active recreation.

The Local Sport Grant Program provides vital funds to community sporting organisations to invest in minor facility upgrades, new equipment and programs.

With tight budgets and clubs ever more reliant on volunteers, this funding gives teams resources to invest where they need, be it purchasing new jerseys or hosting local events like come and try days.

I congratulate the more than 500 sports organisations across NSW that were successful in securing funding and commend them for their commitment to our collective health, wellbeing and sense of identity.”