Opposition Pushes Government On Community Sports Funding

Government says it has 600 applications under review, rushing the process would undermine the program’s purpose and will be a disservice to communities.

Sweden forward Rebecka Blomqvist (15), midfielder Elin Rubensson (23) and defender Magdalena Eriksson (6) celebrate after forward Lina Hurtig (not pictured) scored the winning goal against the United States in the penalty kick shootout during a Round of 16 match in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium in Melbourne, Australia, on Aug. 6, 2023. Jenna Watson/USA TODAY Sports via Field Level Media

The issue of sporting infrastructure took centre stage in the House of Representatives on Aug. 19 as both sides of the political aisle debated the government’s commitment to supporting grassroots sports.

The motion, introduced by Melissa Whip, the opposition whip, who called on the government to deal with delays in improving sporting facilities, particularly for women and young girls.