Five local sporting clubs will benefit following successful grant applications in the latest Victorian Sporting Club Grants Program.
The Nationals’ State MP for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, said he was thrilled to see East Gippsland sporting clubs awarded amongst the 400 selected statewide, that will help remove barriers and boost engagement through participation.
The following clubs were successful in attracting funding:
• Swifts Creek Pony Club ¬- for activity initiatives
• Buchan Football Netball Club – for uniforms and playing equipment
• Bairnsdale Scout Group – for water sport activities
• Metung Swan Reach Cricket Club for access and engagement – to deliver physical activity initiatives for people with an intellectual disability.
Mr Bull congratulated the clubs for the successful applications, noting they were richly deserved, and looks forward to seeing the positive impact this funding will deliver for local participants.
“It is fantastic to have such a diverse range of sporting groups selected, all dedicated to bringing down the costs of being involved in sport,” Mr Bull said.
“With the cost-of-living pinching household budgets, now more than ever, it is great to see community groups sourcing initiatives to make sport easier and more accessible for everyone.”

Monday, 1 July 2024