FUNDING BOOST FOR SPORTS FOCUS

The Allan Labor Government is helping more Victorians get involved in sport and active recreation, boosting participation opportunities across the state.
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State Members for Bendigo Jacinta Allan MP and Maree Edwards MP, Member for Macedon Mary- Anne Thomas MP, and Member for Ripon Martha Haylett MP today announced that Sports Focus has been successful in receiving $600,000 through the latest round of the Labor Government’s Together More Active program.

Sports Focus supports and empowers sporting clubs to be more safe, inclusive and welcoming spaces for the broader community to enjoy sport and active recreation.

This funding is part of more than $8.1 million statewide to bring to life 58 projects. Together More Active draws on the power of sport to make a difference; helping organisations build safe, inclusive, and resilient environments that encourage participation and support volunteer skills development.

This round, the program is backing the continuation of a Disability Sport and Recreation pilot program to support and enhance the capability of sport clubs competing at the 2026 Special Olympic Australia National Games in Melbourne in 2026.

The Together More Active 2023-27 Program is part of the Labor Government’s Active Victoria strategy that sets out Victoria’s priorities for sport and active recreation that ensure even more people can tap into all the benefits that sport and active recreation delivers.

For all the latest information about the program and successful grant recipients visit sport.vic.gov.au.

Quote attributable to Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan
“Sports Focus has been delivering important programs across our region for decades, and I know this
funding will ensure they can continue doing their great work.”
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Quote attributable to Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards
“I’m proud that our government is delivering this funding, making sure our community has every
opportunity to be physically active and connected.”
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Quote attributable to Member for Macedon Mary-Anne Thomas
“By helping our local organisations build safe, inclusive, and resilient environments we are ensuring
that people of all ages and all abilities can take part in sports they love.”
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Quote attributable to Member for Ripon Martha Haylett
"Sports Focus do incredible work to support local clubs across our region. This funding will help them
carry on that vital work, making sure our sporting clubs are stronger than ever."

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