Twelve football associations across New South Wales have joined a statewide effort to map and register Automated External Defibrillators across …
AFC Women’s Asian Cup: How do we sustain growth and success?
This year’s AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 was not just another tournament. It was a momentum shift for women’s football …
Football Australia calls for $343M to Sustain Women’s Football Boom
Football Australia has called on the NSW Government to establish a decade-long grassroots facilities fund worth up to $343 million, …
Aboriginal Affairs NSW releases a grant promoting sports
New South Wales to release a 2026 NAIDOC Grants Program promoted by the Aboriginal Affairs NSW. Aiming to encourage the …
Northern NSW Football sees four state-of-the-art facilities upgraded
Local councils across the Hunter have significantly contributed to facility developments in the region. Valuable council support The clubs at …
Editors Opinion
Football’s Growth Is Outpacing Council Planning and Clubs Are Paying the Price
Club confidence in councils is collapsing as football participation surges. In a Soccerscene-exclusive survey conducted between 19 and 30 January 2026 and distributed through our 31,000-strong industry database, grassroots and semi-professional leaders warned that planning, consultation and funding are failing to keep pace. The result is overcrowded facilities, volunteer burnout, and a growing risk Australia falls further behind structured football nations like Japan and South Korea.
Growing Football Community Grants Support Capital Football Clubs
Since its launch in 2023, the Growing Football Fund has awarded three rounds of Community Grants, benefiting 297 clubs nationwide—including 93 in regional and remote areas, highlighting the program’s dedication to increasing access and opportunities for football across Australia.
Weston Bears Park to Transform into a State-of-the-Art Sports Hub
The Weston Bears Park upgrade will deliver modern, accessible facilities for football players, spectators, and the local community in Newcastle. …
NSW Government Funds Sports Clubs’ Facilitation of AEDs
The Heartbeat of Football Foundation, who attended, have also received a $150,000 grant by the government to conduct research into which NSW sports clubs and centres who may lack AEDs in hopes it will provide insight and guidance for future government investments.
NSW Government Backs Bold Launch of Australian Championship
The funding is set to elevate the Australian Championship through the engagement with multicultural communities, enhancing venues with equipment and upgrading minor infrastructure to help broadcast key matches nationally.
NSW Football clubs secure major government grant funding
Football across New South Wales is set to receive a significant boost, with more than 30 Football NSW affiliated clubs …
Newcastle Jets strengthen ongoing deal with Port of Newcastle
Since the initial collaboration, the relationship between the Jets and Port of Newcastle has grown into a powerful alliance dedicated to supporting local sport, community engagement, and regional development.
Introducing the Nine Ad Manager Association and Community Club of the Year Awards
Football NSW is proud to introduce the inaugural Football NSW Association of the Year Award, which will be presented at …
Local Sport Grant Program 2025 has commenced
The Local Sport Grant Program is designed to boost consistent and long-term participation in sport across NSW.
NSW Government Invests for 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup
NSW Government Invest Big! pushing to Secure Sydney’s Central Role in 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup
Bonnyrigg White Eagles Secure $1 Million Funding Boost for Facility Upgrades
Huge statement from NSW Government in supporting women’s football at Bonyrigg Football Club
NSW synthetic fields guideline: securing the future of sport
NSW government release development guidelines to Synthetic fields: Is it enough?
Minns Labor Government announces commitment to women’s football legacy
Minns Labor Government Champions Game-Changing Investment in Women’s Football Legacy!
Labor Party pledge light upgrades for sporting fields in Whitlam
Huge relief for local sport as labor candidate give election promise for improved Sports field lighting.
Leichhardt Oval upgrades: a new era for an iconic venue
Learn about the upgrades to Inner Western Sydney venue, Leichhardt Oval!
Shire’s Sylvania Heights Unveils $2.9m Pitch Upgrade
Sutherland football club celebrates state-of-the-art facilities as community partnerships deliver major grassroots boost!
NWS Spirit FC’s $1.9M Grant: Election Pledge for Synthetic Fields
Major Boost for NWS Spirit FC: $1.9 Million Grant Set to Transform Christie Park with Five New Synthetic Fields!
The Club Development Conference highlights community football
Over 200 Football Enthusiasts Unite for the Epic 2025 Football NSW Club Development Conference at Valentine Sports Park!
A-Leagues Unite Round attendances grow by over 50% in its second edition
The A-Leagues concluded their second edition of ‘Unite Round’ over the weekend, with a substantial crowd increase achieved when compared …
Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program to aid NSW sport and clubs
Seize the opportunity to save lives! The Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program is providing sports and recreation clubs in New South Wales with crucial Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). Learn how your facility can boost safety today.
NSW Government release Organisation Support Program
The Organisation Support Program (OSP) provides two-year funding from 2024 to 2026 to eligible State Sporting Organisations (SSOs) and State …
F.S. Garside Park unveiled after multi-million transformation
F.S. Garside Park has completed its transformation into a multi-purpose facility, after receiving $17 million in funding from the NSW …
Football NSW updated Girls’ and Women’s Competitions
Football NSW has worked through their 2024 Player Development Review and used it as a guide to improve its women’s …
Mount Colah FC receive grants to assist the junior programs
Mount Colah are a renowned football club within Hornsby, a suburb located on the upper west shore of Sydney. Founded …
$40 million upgrades announced for iconic Leichhardt Oval
Sydney’s historic Leichhardt Oval, home to the Sydney FC Women’s team, will be receiving a $40 million upgrade to its …
Variety Children’s Charity guiding kids within the community
VCC are a charitable organisation dedicated in pathing a future filled with prosperity for children, regardless of ability or circumstance. …
Eastern Creek Pioneer SC to benefit from Local Sport Grant
The NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant has showcased an immense contribution on behalf of the state-government in relation to the …
NSW Football Legacy Fund delivers LED lighting for Collaroy Cromer Strikers
Collaroy Cromer Strikers Football Club (CCSFC) in the Manly Warringah Football Association (MWFA) are a grant recipient in Round 2 …
The NSW Government’s Level the Playing Field Program gives women’s football a necessary boost
Harnessing the popularity of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the NSW Government’s Level the Playing Field Program is investing …
Allambie Beacon Hill United FC’s Steven Gravemade gives account of the Local Sport Grant process and its benefits
Two historic clubs from the Manly Warringah Football Association – Manly Allambie Football Club and Beacon Hill Football Club – …
Australia awarded hosting rights for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
Football Australia have announced that the country has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2026 edition of the AFC …
Iconic Barton Park precinct re-opened in Banksia
The Bayside Council confirmed the re-opening of the iconic Barton Park, formerly known as St George Stadium after a long …
Long-awaited new facility welcomed for NSW football staple
Hurlstone Park Wanderers has unveiled new facilities in which they were desperate to acquire following half a century of operation …
Narrabeen FC rewarded for female participation initiatives
Narrabeen FC, in conjunction with the Northern Beaches Council, is the latest club to be awarded funds from the NSW …
Liverpool Olympic FC enjoy game-changing grant from NSW Football Legacy Fund
Liverpool Olympic FC received over $60,000 as part of the NSW Football Legacy Fund initiative, helping to upgrade its footballing …
Giant boost for female sport as NSW Government commits $30 million
The NSW Government has confirmed that $30 million in funds for female sports facilities will be in its 2023-24 Budget. …
NSW Government Community Building Partnership 2023 round open now
The NSW Government is investing in infrastructure projects that improve social, environmental and recreation outcomes, providing the community with participation …
Pittwater RSL FC welcome game-changing LED light upgrade at Kitchener Park
Pittwater RSL FC have announced the completion of their fantastic new state-of-the-art LED lighting system at their home ground Kitchener …
New fiscal year brings an opportunity for community park improvements
The Crown Reserves Improvement Fund (CRIF) supports Crown land managers (CLMs) by providing funding for repairs, maintenance and improvements on …
Macarthur Football Association clubs welcome upgraded drainage systems
Two fields that reside in the Macarthur Football Association (MFA) are getting an overhaul with a contribution of funds from the NSW …
Round 2 of NSW Football Legacy Fund backs the Women’s World Cup
Round 2 of the NSW Football Legacy Fund (‘the Fund’) continues to bring the positive momentum leading up to the …
Sutherland Shire Football Association welcomes improved drainage for Harrie Dening Centre
Sutherland Shire Football Association (SSFA) have received $127,960 as part of the NSW Football Legacy Fund – Round 1. The …
Newcastle Olympic reveals new-look facility
Newcastle Olympic has shared the design of a new grandstand, amenities building and car park, with the construction to begin …
Female football programs to expand in Canterbury through NSW Government grant
Female football programs in the Canterbury region are set to expand through funding from the NSW Government’s ‘Football Legacy Fund’. …
Football Legacy Fund to improve Glenhaven Football Club’s home ground
Part of the Hills Football Association, Glenhaven Football Club has set its sights on upgrading its pitch at Glenhaven Oval, …
NNSWF provides more than $5 million for clubs with infrastructure funding
Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) has assisted its clubs to receive more than $1.3 million, credit to the NSW Government’s Female …
NSW Football Legacy Fund drives funding to grassroots clubs
The NSW Government recently announced a $3.1 million investment into more than 100 grassroots football projects and clubs across the …
The future is looking bright for NSW female referees
The NSW Football Legacy Fund is set to have a huge positive impact of female referees going forward, with a …
Northern NSW Football provided with developmental government funds
Northern NSW Football has received $30,000 in funding as part of the NSW Government’s grant program, Her Sport Her Way. …
NSW football clubs to benefit from injection of funds
Football clubs in NSW will receive a $3.1 million investment from the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government. It was announced …
Applications open for NSW Football Legacy Fund
More than $6 million is available to the NSW football community to help build or upgrade their community infrastructure and …
NSW Government set to invest $25 million into female sporting facilities
The NSW Government is set to invest $25 million in a new female sport facility program that aims to get …
Major parties support lighting upgrade at Thornton’s Allan and Don Lawrence Field
Thornton Junior Football Club is expected to receive new lighting after Labor and Liberal candidates for Paterson signalled funding if elected on 21 May.
NSW Government announces funding to help sports recover from floods
The NSW Government has announced a $55 million Sport Infrastructure Recovery Fund to help flood-impacted sporting organisations get back in the …
NSW football funding giving more girls better pathways
A new round of funding for football in New South Wales has the community abuzz. The NSW Government announced the …
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 to leave $10 million legacy for NSW football
Football in NSW will receive a $10 million boost from the NSW Government as a legacy of hosting matches in …
Parkes Avenue facility improved for Henry Lawson FC
Nepean Football Association side Henry Lawson FC have received facility upgrades thanks to a fantastic collaborative effort between federal, state, and local government.
Why the FFA Cup is perfectly placed to kick-start a resurgent season for Australian football
Fans of Australian football could not have predicted the tumultuous ride that the sport has taken over the past few years.
Orange District Football obtain over $100,000 for lighting upgrade
Orange District Football have seen the successful acquisition of $108,428 in funding for a lighting upgrade at Sir Jack Brabham Park.
Major events return to NSW with Matildas match series
Football Australia have announced that the Commonwealth Bank Matildas will host Brazil in a two-match series next month.
NSW Sports Minister puts plan forward for return of community sport
NSW grassroots clubs and associations have received a major boost in the road towards returning to a COVID-safe community sport setup.
Football NSW grants webinar to aid clubs and associations
Football NSW clubs and associations will be provided with valuable information through the grants webinar, such as applying for funding.
Canterbury Bankstown Council waives field hire costs
With the ongoing impact of extended COVID-19 enforced lockdowns on NSW, the City of Canterbury Bankstown Council have opted to waive ground hire costs in an effort to support community clubs.
Christie Park set for major transformation
Christie Park is set to be transformed into one of the best football complexes in North-West Sydney, following the City of Ryde’s authorisation of the development of a new amenities building and extra training facilities at the Macquarie Park site.
Football NSW Club Facility Project Plan available to clubs seeking grant assistance
With Football NSW forced into cancelling the remaining seasons due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns, clubs …
Culburra Cougars unveil new Club House
With the support of the Federal Government’s Community Development Grant Programme, Shoalhaven District Football Association side Culburra Cougars officially opened …
Passmore Reserve welcomes sports lighting installation
Manly Warringah Football Association’s Passmore Reserve will welcome sports lighting for the first time ever following an approval of installation …
Cromer Park’s $2 million redevelopment now complete
Cromer Park has seen the completion of a $2 million redevelopment for its famous precinct in the Northern Beaches suburb …
Let’s Light Up Football Fund aids Seymour Shaw Park upgrades
Football NSW and the Sutherland Shire Council have announced lighting upgrades were received by Seymour Shaw Park No. 2 ahead …
Lighting upgrades complete at Solander Playing Fields
Sutherland Shire Council’s floodlighting upgrade project at Solander Playing Fields is now complete, thanks to a $600,000 investment. This brings …
Regional NSW clubs gain over $1 million in funding
Over $1 million in funding has been delivered to regional venues, with Round 1 of the NSW Government’s Regional Sport …
Diversity and Inclusion Grant announced by ESFA for Association Clubs
New South Wales’ Eastern Suburbs Football Association (ESFA) announced the finalisation of a Diversity and Inclusion Grant for its local …
NSW Government pledges more than $4 million to community sport
The NSW Government’s Local Sport Grants Program is set to provide over $4 million to more than 700 community organisations …
Regional NSW gets boost ahead of 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
A NSW Government funded talent identification and youth development program over the next three years will help young girls who …
NSW Government announces $100 million fund
A new $100 million Greater Cities and Regional Sports Facility Fund was announced to stimulate local economies, boost employment, and …
Clubgrants Category 3 Infrastructure Grants now open
Clubgrants Category 3 Infrastructure Grants for September are now open as offered by the NSW Government. This funding allows local …
Gresford Vacy FC boosted by $370,000 grant from NSW government
Gresford Vacy FC have received $370,000 from the NSW state government, as a part of the Stronger Country Communities Fund. …
Football NSW reveal Club Facility Project Plan
Football NSW have launched a new Club Facility Project Plan for clubs, associations and zones across the state. The plan …
New Harrison Park amenities will be a game changer
The 41-year-old amenities block at Harrison Park has had a much-needed facelift, with the newly refurbished facility officially opened today …
Football NSW announces 2020 Biological Maturation policy
This week, Football NSW has revealed their 2020 Biological Maturation policy.
Football NSW announce funding for community ground lighting
On Wednesday this week, Football NSW released a statement declaring that they had received $300,000 that will go towards upgrading …
Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program
The Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program allocates $4 million over four years to assist sporting clubs across NSW in the …