Thursday 12 June 2025

The Allan Labor Government is awarding more grants for travel, uniforms, equipment, and participation in sport carnivals for First Nations athletes in Shepparton.

Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes announced 2 successful applicants have secured grants from the latest round of the Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program. 

Black Eagles Basketball Club will receive grant funding to support members with associated travel, accommodation, uniform and equipment costs.

Rumbalara Football Netball Club will also receive a grant to support members with costs associated with sport uniforms and equipment.

The program delivers grants of up to $1,000 for team uniforms and equipment, and up to $2,500 for travel costs so clubs can participate in both Victorian and national tournaments.

Individuals can also access up to $250 to purchase sporting uniforms and equipment, and up to $750 for their own travel costs.

This grant program is part of the Labor Government’s strong support for the Victorian Aboriginal community, alongside the new Victorian Aboriginal Sporting Partnership which is creating more opportunities in the community sport sector for Aboriginal athletes.

The Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program has provided more than 480 grants to community sport clubs and First Nations individuals, building stronger connections between the community sport sector and Victoria’s Indigenous communities.

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

Quotes attributable to Member for Northern Victoria

“Congratulations to both clubs in securing this grant opportunity to help you take your sports participation to the next level.”

“Sport is at the heart of the Shepparton community – it connects us as individuals and brings us together. This fantastic initiative is helping make that happen for Indigenous athletes.”