Steve Whan
Member for Monaro

Steve Kamper
Minister for Sport

MEDIA RELEASE

Funding boost for Northern Monaro community sport

Tuesday, 7 April 2024

Northern Monaro sporting clubs 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 $20,000 to individual clubs and associations with $50,000 available in each electorate to increase participation in community and sport with 579 projects awarded funding in this year's program. 

Two projects were awarded funding in the northern area of the electorate for new equipment, programs and facilities valued at $14,342.00.

The projects which received funding include:

• Queanbeyan Leagues - New swim block track-start
• Bungendore Riding Club - Equestrian mounted games equipment

Member for Monaro, Steve Whan said:

"Sport is a fundamental part of community all over the country, but especially in rural and regional areas. The weekend games, or regional comps create local legends overnight.

"That's why I'm happy to see this funding help our local clubs and their valued 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 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. 

Bungendore Riding Club President, Nynka Lucas said:

"BRC is excited to be able to purchase Mounted Games Equipment for our members to utilise. Just because we are an Adult Riding Club doesn't mean we don't also like to have fun with our horses and giggle like kids.

"We look forward to providing training days and some competitions for the adult riders in our area. Thank you so much for the opportunity to apply through the Local Sport Grant Program."

For further information visit: www.sport.nsw.gov.au/local-sport-grant-program