Which Gladstone sporting clubs shared in huge $1.8M grant

“This investment strengthens the capability of our local clubs and volunteers so they can provide the best possible experience for their members.”

Gladstone Region sport and recreation clubs will share $1.8 million as part of the Palaszczuk Government's COVID-19 Economic Recovery Plan.

Several sporting clubs in the region will share in $1.8 million as part of the state government’s COVID-19 Economic Recovery Plan.

Member for Gladstone Glenn Butcher said 16 clubs would receive $2,000 under Round Two of the Covid Safe Active Clubs Kickstarts program.

Mr Butcher said funding could be used for equipment or operational expenses.

“We know sport is an important part of life for families in the Gladstone region, with our clubs being the heart and soul of our community,” he said.

The Active Clubs Kickstart program is part of the $51.3 million COVID-SAFE Restart Plan which has supported the sport and active recreation industry through the global pandemic.

“As a lover of all sports myself I am so pleased to assist such a wide range of activities, which will energise families to get involved and get active,” he said.

“This investment strengthens the capability of our local clubs and volunteers so they can provide the best possible experience for their members.

“The $2000 might also be able to help with developing COVID-SAFE event plans, providing coaching, accreditation or financial management training.”

The clubs which received funding, and what it will be used for:

Bits Saints Australian Rules F.C. Inc – $2,000 – Education and Training

Boyne Tannum Swim Club Inc. – $2,000 – Operational Expenses

Central Football Club Gladstone Inc – $2,000 – Ground and facility maintenance

Clinton Football Club Inc. – $2,000 -Resources and Equipment (bats, balls, nets)

Clinton Park Sports Association Inc. – $2,000 – Utilities (water & electricity)

Gladstone Calliope Equestrian Group Incorporated – $2,000 – Resources and Equipment (software, hardware)

Gladstone Harbour City B.m.x. Club Incorporated – $2,000 – Ground and facility maintenance

Gladstone Junior Touch Association Inc. – $2,000 – Education and Training

Gladstone Kart Club Inc. – $2,000 -COVID Related Expenses (hygiene products and hand sanitisers)

Gladstone Rugby Football League Referee‘s Association Inc. – $2,000 – Resources and Equipment (bats, balls, nets)

Gladstone South Swimming Club Inc – $2,000 – Ground and facility maintenance

Gladstone Tennis & Squash Association Inc. – $2,000 – Ground and facility maintenance

Gladstone Touch Association Inc -$2,000 – Resources and Equipment (bats, balls, nets)

Port City Pirates Inc – $2,000 – Resources and Equipment (bats, balls, nets)

Tannum Sands Rugby League Inc. – $2,000 – Ground and facility maintenance

Valleys Junior Rugby League Football Club Inc – $2,000 – COVID Related Expenses (hygiene products and hand sanitisers)