Bellarine Peninsula community sporting groups have a chance to improve or create facilities across the region thanks to state government funding.
Applications for the 2025-26 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund are now open for projects that look to create better places to play, train and compete across the country.
Member for Geelong Christine Couzens said clubs and communities could apply for grants for projects including new and improved sport courts, lights, change rooms, playgrounds and skate parks.
“I urge eligible councils and sporting organisations to partner and apply for projects that will make a real difference to our community,” she said.
“Sports Clubs are an integral part of the Geelong community, and infrastructure upgrades are vital for clubs to have the facilities they deserve to meet growing demands.
“This is especially important for women and girls in the community participating in sport and all sporting venues should be accessible and inclusive.”
The fund has three streams, including community facilities, community sports lighting, and planning, with councils able to apply for funding of between $40,000 and $500,000 for projects.
All state councils and Alpine Resorts Victoria can apply in partnership with their local sport and recreation clubs, sports associations and leagues.
The fund forms part of a more than $2.4 billion state government investment in community sport and recreation infrastructure over the past decade.
For more information and to apply for funding, visit sport.vic.gov.au before applications close on December 2.
