The Australian Government will provide Australia's Para-athletes with the same financial incentives for winning medals at the Paris Games as our Olympians.
Paralympian gold medallists will receive $20,000, silver medallists $15,000 and bronze medallists $10,000, following an equity commitment from the Albanese Government.
Para-athletes proudly represent Australia with great distinction at the Paralympics. Their performances on the world's biggest stage will drive many Australians, young and old, girls and women, boys and men, to take up a sport or physical activity.
This direct investment in the success of our champion Para-athletes follows significant funding announced in the 2024-25 Budget, which provided an additional $54.9 million for Paralympic sport - the single biggest increase in Paralympic investment by an Australian government.
The government's strong support for Paralympic sport extends our commitment to diversity and inclusion in sport, breaking down barriers and challenging pre-conceived notions about disability.
We are incredibly proud of our record-breaking Olympians in Paris 2024 and eagerly anticipate supporting our Paralympians.
The Albanese government will continue to work with Paralympics Australia to provide support to deliver greater equity in sport.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Sport, Anika Wells:
"The Albanese Government is thrilled to provide the nation's Paralympians with the same financial incentives for winning medals at the Paris Games as our Olympic medallists - and I know all Australians will be too.
"This medal incentive payment is on top of our record-breaking budget funding for Para-sport of $54.9 million in additional investment.
"That is the largest ever funding for Para-sport and helps us develop the next Madi De Rozario and Ellie Cole."
Quotes attributable to Australian Paralympian Madison De Rozario:
"This support tells us as Paralympians that we are valued. It also tells the public that athletes with a disability are equal with non-disabled athletes.
"Paralympians aren't here in Paris for money - we're here in the green-and-gold because of what it means to us to compete for our country."
