Goulburn MP Pru Goward said such groups in the Goulburn electorate were encouraged to apply for the grants under the NSW Government’s 2016/17 ClubGRANTS program.

She said the funding was intended to help successful applicants deliver important sports infrastructure projects in the community.

Ms Goward said local community groups, sports clubs and councils could apply for grants between $500,000 and $1 million for new or upgraded sport and recreation infrastructure projects.

She said the grants were made available under the NSW Government’s 2016/17 ClubGRANTS program for projects providing modern and safe community facilities for people to take part in sport and recreation and improve fitness and well-being.

“I encourage all eligible groups to consider submitting an application for a project that will make a real difference to our region,” Ms Goward said.

“Particular emphasis will be placed on projects that benefit disadvantaged and regional and remote communities in this program round.

“Over this term of government, around $50 million in ClubGRANTS will be provided to local communities across NSW.

“They will support three categories of infrastructure: sport and recreation, arts and culture and emergency relief facilities.”    

Deputy Premier Troy Grant said sport and sports clubs were a crucial part of any community and the NSW Government was proud to be able help improve facilities that were relied upon by so many.

“Sport and recreation is part of our state’s social fabric and the NSW Government is committed to investing in facilities for our communities to enjoy for generations to come,” Mr Grant said.

An applicant information pack is now available on the Liquor and Gaming NSW website www.liquorandgaming.justice.nsw.gov.au.

Expressions of interest close on Friday, September 16, 2016.

Applications will be assessed by the independent ClubGRANTS fund committee.

Approved applicants will then be invited to lodge formal applications. S

uccessful projects will be announced in 2017.