Nearly 40 sporting clubs and organisations across the state have received support from the Active Industry Fund. Photo: Raul Mellado.
The Tasmanian Government is supporting residents to get out and get physical, with grants set to be dispersed over the next two years.
Almost $2.5 million will be invested through the 2025-26 Active Industry Fund towards nearly 40 sport and active recreation organisations.
“We are delivering for Tasmanians with this investment, helping increase participation and improve retention in sport and active recreation,” Minister for Sports and Events Nick Duigan said.
“Taking part in sport and active recreation activities offers benefits that extend beyond physical health – it also enhances mental health and fosters a sense of belonging within the community.
“Activities covered include basketball, swimming, cycling, Little Athletics and the fast-growing sport of pickleball.”
The fund’s purpose is to create fun, safe and inclusive opportunities for recreation and physical activity for Tasmanians. The government said the investment also enhanced staffing capabilities and supported training and education to upskill the sector.
“The funding will also help foster a vibrant and inclusive sport and active recreation sector in Tasmania,” Mr Duigan said.
Grants of up to $110,000 have been provided to associations and organisations that represent more than 113,000 sporting club members across the state.
New Horizons CEO Belinda Kitto added to the Minister’s statement, pointing out that Active Industry Funding made it easier for Tasmanians with disability to partake in sport by creating pathways and opportunities to compete.
“The result is a healthier community and outstanding national results, including AFL and touch football championships,” Ms Kitto said.
“Preparing athletes for competition takes an enormous amount of behind-the-scenes work.
“This funding is what helps allow us to turn that effort into quality programs and real opportunities for Tasmanians with disability.”
A full list of successful applicants can be found here.
