isaster relief payments available to sporting clubs
- Grants of up to $5000 are available to eligible sport and recreation organisations in flood affected areas.
- Clubs in impacted regions urged to take up the payments to assist with clean-up and repairs.
- Practical disaster recovery resources are available online.
The Crisafulli Government is encouraging not-for-profit sport and recreation organisations impacted by the recent flooding event to apply for immediate relief of up to $5,000 to help them to re-open their doors.
The grants will help with clean-up and small repairs to quickly re-establish facilities and activities as soon as possible.
Sport and Recreation Officers are on the ground across the North and Far North and will work with local governments and clubs to provide support and assess damage.
Minister for Sport Tim Mander said seven sport and recreation clubs had already applied for the emergency funding.
"We know there are many, many more sporting clubs in the disaster-activated areas that could use this support," Minister Mander said.
"These are the times when it is important for communities to come together – and our sporting clubs are the backbone of our communities.
"We want people to know that if their sport and recreation clubs need minor repairs or help with the clean-up, they are not alone, there is funding available.
"With winter sport sign-on just around the corner, clubs will be wanting to reopen and get their activities back to normal as soon as possible and we are here to help.
"Importantly, if your clubhouse has flooded, before entering ensure its structurally sound, check electrical and water connections, be mindful of mould and other contaminants, and be sure to take plenty of photographs to help with insurance claims or future funding applications."
Townsville MP Adam Baillie urged the community to make the most of the support available.
"We have so much work to do to bring our communities back together," said Mr Bailie.
"We know how vital our sport and recreation clubs are in restoring connections and a sense of belonging after these recent challenges."
Townsville Golf Club General Manager Mitch Bligh said the funding would make a big difference to recovery efforts.
"The club is very thankful for the funding that has been made available by the Queensland Government," said Mr Bligh.
"There is a lot of work to do here, to get the golf course back to its playable condition, and this support is most welcome."
Work is underway with the Queensland Reconstruction Authority to establish a fund under the joint State-Federal Government's Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements to support the repair, restoration, and betterment of the more significantly damaged facilities.
Disaster recovery resources targeted to sport and recreation organisations, including practical tips for clean-up and member and stakeholder communications are available at ClubIQ .
To apply for the $5000 Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery grant visit the website or contact your local Sport and Recreation regional office
