Funding female facilities

COMMUNITIES in need of female sporting upgrades are encouraged to apply for round four of the Stronger Country Communities Fund, with $50 million set aside for female sports facilities and programs.

Deputy Premier John Barilaro, Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor and Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning Sarah Mitchell said the funding is another step towards levelling the playing field for girls and women in remote, rural and regional communities.

“A lack of adequate amenities, especially for females, can often be a barrier to participation. By improving and building purpose-fit facilities and developing programs, girls and women will feel more welcome, safe and encouraged to regularly participate in sports and active recreation,” Ms Mitchell said.

“Up to $50 million is dedicated to the delivery of female sports facilities and programs, to encourage greater female participation in all levels and codes across regional NSW,” Mr Barilaro said.

Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor said getting facilities up to date, particularly women’s change rooms, will ensure all female athletes are supported to take part in a wide range of sports, including once male dominated codes.

“Facilities designed exclusively for women should be standard and this funding will help women all over rural and regional NSW overcome a major hurdle and feel empowered to play the sports they love with comfort and confidence,” Mrs Taylor said.

“We’re supporting female athletes of all ages and backgrounds to participate in sport, from grassroots to elite level and the Stronger Country Communities Fund is all about building a safer, stronger NSW for everyone,” she said.

Applications for Round Four of the Stronger Country Communities Fund are now open May 1, 2021 and close on June, 25 2021. For more information, click here.

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