Greater Dandenong Council and Dandenong Thunder have recently confirmed that works have commenced for new powerful lighting towers to be …
The 2023-24 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund to cater for participation boom
The Victorian Government’s 2023-24 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund is a state-wide investment, open until December 13, 2023. This fund was …
Community Recovery Grants Program available for those in need from WA
The Department of Local Government, Sport, and Cultural Industries in Western Australia is getting behind the Community Recovery Grants Program. …
Cook Government invests for Western Australia football legacy
Western Australia football is set to enjoy benefits from the grassroots level in an effort to continue the FIFA Women’s …
Volunteer Grant Opportunity to support vulnerable people
The Federal Government’s 2023/24 Volunteer Grant Opportunity is available for community organisations from November. Organisations wishing to be eligible were …
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 …
Victorian Government supports Indigenous sportspeople with Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program
Applications are now being accepted for the Victorian State Government’s Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program. The program aims to get …
Coomera FC to benefit from multi-million dollar facility upgrades
Coomera FC will have their clubhouse and fields upgraded next year, with the multi-million dollar operation set to be completed …
Western Australian Government offers funding for sporting and recreational events
The Western Australian Government has released details on a financial support program to assist sport and active recreation organisations within …
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 …
Victorian Government’s Sporting Club Grants Program applications approaching close date for 2023
With the 2023 football season done and dusted, Victorian grassroots football clubs and organisations are invited to apply for the …
TK Shutter Reserve transformation commences
NPL South Australia club MetroStars have announced the commencement of a facility upgrade at their home ground, TK Shutter Reserve. …
Important floodlight upgrade completed for Melita Stadium
Parramatta Football Club (FC) will end 2023 on a high as they have welcomed the successful completion of the floodlight …
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 …
Capital Football receives extra funds from ACT Government
With football fever striking the country, there is no better time for government support in Australia’s football endeavours than right …
Significant Sporting Events Program returns for 2023-24 financial year
The Victorian Government’s Significant Sporting Events Program is back for the 2023-24 financial year, with six funding rounds available in …
Professional Development Scholarships Program available to build craft for leadership roles
Victorian women can build specialist skills to make their mark in the sport and active recreation sector, as part of …
Alamein FC set for Dorothy Laver West Reserve overhaul
Alamein FC has confirmed that their home ground of Dorothy Laver West Reserve will be boosted by a $1 million …
FIFA Football for Schools Programme starts in Northern Territory
The FIFA Football for Schools Programme has commenced in the Northern Territory, hosting a suite of initiatives that will see …
AAMI Park transformed for the FIFA Women’s World Cup and beyond
In preparation for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, the Victorian State Government recently announced that infrastructure and facilities at …
Football Victoria’s Karen Pearce: “The reality of record ticket sales allows us to break the social and cultural barriers”
Football Victoria recently held their Community in Business (CIB) event which saw women’s football and the World Cup as topics …
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 …
Home of the Matildas officially opened at La Trobe University
The Matildas can now call La Trobe University home after the facility was officially opened before the FIFA Women’s World …
Growing Regions Program to fund infrastructure projects
The Federal Government’s Growing Regions Program is available from July 5, 2023 for community-focused infrastructure projects throughout rural and regional …
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 …
Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program supporting Queenslanders in need
The Queensland Government is accepting applications for the Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program until July 4, 2023. Including up …
Graham Arnold: We need a Home of Football for the Socceroos
Recently appearing on the ABC’s ‘Offsiders’ program, Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has reiterated the need for a dedicated home of …
Brunswick Juventus FC receive $10,000 funding grant from Victorian Government
Brunswick Juventus FC have announced they have received a $10,000 funding grant from the Victorian State Government. The club received …
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’. …
Funding joy for Western Australia sport and recreation facilities
Community sport and recreation facilities throughout Western Australia will relish an increased amount of funding over the next two years. …
Together More Active Program to enhance community sport
Together More Active 2023-27 grants are available until May 31, 2023 to support Victorian community football clubs in creating a …
New community sporting facility at Woodvale’s Chichester Park opens
Woodvale’s Chichester Park has been opened as the City’s newest community sporting facility. The redevelopment project, delivered by the City …
Business and Community Sport Flood Recovery Grants closing soon
Flood recovery grants are available for Victorian businesses and community sport organisations until May 1, 2023 at 4pm. The Victorian …
Stronger Country Communities Fund goes towards regional NSW
Venues in regional NSW have been provided with significant funding thanks to the Stronger Country Community Fund – Round 5. The …
Change Our Game Research Grants Program approaching deadline
The Victorian Government’s 2022-23 Change Our Game Research Grants Program is available for state-based university researchers until Monday April 17 …
Get ahead with the Significant Sporting Events Program
The Victorian Government’s Significant Sporting Events Program has been helping sporting, community and events organisations for the whole financial year. …
Canberra-based funding for club development approaching deadline
The ACT Government has two programs on offer that will close on Wednesday, March 29 at 5pm. The Club Enhancement …
Labor and Liberal finalise NSW Election preparations
With the NSW Election for 2023 on Saturday, March 25 fast approaching, the Labor and Liberal parties have stated their …
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, …
WestInvest a facility game changer in Western Sydney
Clubs in Western Sydney are reaping a facility transformation thanks to the NSW Government’s $5 billion WestInvest program. Facilities, as …
Change Our Game Women in Sports Broadcasting Program to encourage more media participation
The Victorian Government’s 2022-23 Change Our Game Women in Sports Broadcasting Program supports women who are interested in sports media. …
Round 2 of the Sporting Club Grants Program approaching the deadline
The Sporting Club Grants Program provides funding for grassroots sport and active recreation organisations across Victoria.
Mt Druitt Town Rangers to unleash refurbished Popondetta Park in 2023
The construction of significant upgrades is underway at the home of National Premier Leagues NSW side Mt Druitt Town Rangers …
Western Australia community sport and recreation facilities strengthened
The State Government will commit more than $12.3 million to be funded towards enhancing community sports, recreation facilities and lighting …
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 …
La Trobe University set to open The Home of the Matildas in mid-2023
Construction of The Home of the Matildas at La Trobe University Sports Park is on track to be finished the …
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 …
The blueprint of new football facilities have been released for Bulleen
Artist impression designs have been released for the new facilities at Templestowe Road, which will benefit residents living in Bulleen. …
Labor Government to improve football facilities and programs working alongside Central Coast Mariners
The Minns Labor Government will dedicate $3.7 million in the next term to develop access to the football facilities and …
Croydon’s new $7 million home at Regency Park has come to fruition
The Regency Park project, overseen by Football South Australia, the State Government and City of Port Adelaide, has been finalised …
Victorian Government pledges support for All Nations Cup
Ahead of the Victorian State Election decided on Saturday, November 26, the Victorian Labor Government has promised a $500,000 commitment …
South Australian Government to contribute $1 million for FIFA Women’s World Cup legacy
The FIFA Women’s World Cup is getting a boost from the Malinauskas Government over the next two years to build …
Federal Government contributes $2.7 million to women’s football programs
Football Australia has welcomed the Federal Government’s investment of $2.7 million into women’s football programs. As announced in the 2022 …
Iona Sports Club a beneficiary of new lighting upgrades
Iona Sports Club now has access to new lighting systems, through the Northern NSW Football Facilities Fund. St Columbia Anglican …
NSW Government funding to bolster Enfield Rovers FC
The NSW Government, as part of the WestInvest Fund, has presented the first blueprint with $2 billion reserved for Community …
More joy for kids this summer via the Get Active Kids Program
Community Sport for kids is going to be much more affordable this summer as part of an initiative by the …
Fresh pavilions a winner for ETA Buffalo Soccer Club
ETA Buffalo Soccer Club is one of the sporting clubs relishing the recently developed pavilions at Delahey Recreation Reserve. As …
Box Hill United thrives with lighting upgrade
Box Hill United is celebrating its centenary year of existence in style with new lighting at their home of Wembley …
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 …
Football Australia welcomes Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk as a Legacy ’23 Ambassador
Football Australia has announced the addition of Queensland Premier The Hon. Annastacia Palaszczuk MP as a Legacy ’23 Ambassador. As …
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 …
Liberal commits to building a home ground for Western United if elected
Melbourne’s western suburbs will be home to a brand-new sporting and community precinct in its heartland, if Liberal win the …
Victorian Government launches female football network
The Victorian Government has officially unveiled a new female football networking group, Our Game Network – Victoria for the state. …
New synthetic pitch confirmed for R.D. Egan Lee Reserve
A new synthetic football pitch has been confirmed alongside the potential creation of a planting program for R.D. Egan Lee …
Football Australia considering last minute 2023 AFC Asian Cup bid
Football Australia have confirmed they are considering a late bid to host the AFC Asian Cup from June to July …
Northern NSW Football opens applications for NNSWF Facilities Fund
Applications are now open for the fourth round of Northern NSW Football’s Facilities Fund. Northern NSW Football’s Facilities Fund was …
Hammond Park set to receive $300,000 upgrade
Canterbury District Soccer Football Association side Ashfield Pirates Football Club are set to welcome a $300,000 upgrade to their home …
Labor set to deliver infrastructure upgrades to Northern NSW Football clubs
Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) is set to welcome nine promised infrastructure upgrades from the Labor Government following the party’s win …
This week’s football funding news ahead of election
Australia’s Federal election commences on Saturday, with the final rounds of funding and promises rolled out across the week. Both …
Upgrades promised for Harrie Dening Football Centre and Prince Edward Park
The Morrison Liberal government announced on Monday that $3 million would go to upgrading sporting facilities at Harrie Dening Football …
Football Tasmania welcomes further $3.5m Valley Road commitment
Football Tasmania has welcomed Tuesday’s announcement by the Liberal Party that it will commit $3.5 million towards the redevelopment of …
This week’s football funding news ahead of election
With the final debate conducted and early voting now open, the Australian Federal election is just a weekend away. Across …
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.
Football Tasmania welcomes New Norfolk upgrades
Federal Labor’s commitment to invest in facility upgrades for Tynwald Park if elected has been welcomed by Football Tasmania. The …
This week’s football funding news ahead of election
As the Australian federal election approaches, promises of football funding are being rolled out across the country. Soccerscene breaks down all …
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 …
$3 million Lightwood Park commitment announced by Federal Labor
Football Tasmania has welcomed Federal Labor’s $3 million commitment to upgrade facilities at Lightwood Park if elected to government. Announced …
Devonport’s Valley Road upgrades set up FIFA Women’s World Cup basecamps
The first stage of upgrades at Devonport’s Valley Road Ground have opened, bringing the venue up to speed to host …
$750,000 facilities boost for Noranda City
Noranda City have several reasons to celebrate their 45th anniversary season, thanks to hard work behind the scenes to develop …
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 …
Blacktown City CEO Bob Turner: “The council is exceptional in wanting to build pride”
Ahead of the National Premier Leagues NSW season, Blacktown City CEO Bob Turner chatted with Soccerscene about the NPL 1 …
Seymour Street funding to boost Brighton in Tasmania
Football Tasmania has welcomed the commitment by Federal Labor to build two full-size pitches, lighting, clubrooms and additional facilities at …
Federal Government announces $3.1 million investment into women’s football
The Australian Federal Government has announced an investment of $3.1 million over two years to encourage greater participation of women …
Construction underway at Home of Matildas
Work has begun at La Trobe University in Bundoora, as a next step towards the Commonwealth Bank Matildas calling Victoria …
Bell Park Sports Club backed by local council
The City of Greater Geelong Council has made a significant investment towards Bell Park Sports Club, showing its commitment to …
Olympic Park undergoes stage three redevelopment
Banyule City Council has commenced stage three works on Olympic Park as the venue continues to prosper in redevelopment. Olympic …
Football NSW grants webinar set for February
The 2022 season is about to begin which means that Football NSW’s next grants webinar is set to take place …
Coopers Stadium upgrades progressing smoothly
Adelaide United’s Coopers Stadium upgrades are running as planned as it receives back-of-house improvements to prepare for the 2023 FIFA …
Nepean Football Association celebrates new synthetic pitches
The Nepean Football Association are elated following the construction of their first-ever synthetic fields in the area, thanks to Penrith City Council and the NSW Government.
Oceania Football Confederation has a new Home of Football
The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Home of Football has been completed – based in Auckland, New Zealand. The complex has been gifted the Māori name Te Kahu o Kiwa.
Mulgoa Rise Playing Fields expand with Stage 2 of development
Glenmore Park FC have seen the club amenity building of their home ground, Mulgoa Rise Playing Fields, undergo expansion as part of Stage 2 development at the park.
Female friendly facilities unveiled by St Marys Band Rangers FC
Nepean Football Association side St Marys Band Rangers FC have had their home ground Kevin Dwyer Fields rejuvenated by the Penrith City Council’s recent capital works program.
Iconic Melita Stadium receives makeover
Parramatta Eagles Football Club are set to enter season 2022 refreshed with a makeover to their iconic Melita Stadium.
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.
Amenity upgrade delight for Hunter Fields
Nepean Football Association (NFA) side Emu Plains FC have announced the completion of its upgrade and updated amenity building, thanks to Penrith City Council and the Sport Australia Infrastructure grant.
English clubs set to receive funding from Premier League
The Premier League has announced it will provide additional funding for sides in England’s League One, League Two and the 66 clubs in the three National League divisions.
Norman Griffiths Oval upgrade boosted by Northern Suburbs Football Association’s support
West Pymble’s Norman Griffiths Oval upgrade has been given a major boost with the announcement that the Northern Suburbs Football Association (NSFA) have presented a $125,000 contribution to Ku-ring-gai Council for the project.
Construction of World Cup facilities underway in Tasmania
The upgrades to Clennett’s Lightwood Park are underway, ensuring that Kingborough Lions FC’s home ground will be given a significant opportunity to potentially host training basecamps for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.
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.
England’s Football Foundation welcomes new funding for grassroots facilities
The Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation have welcomed the news that a further £205m (over $371m AUD) of government funding will be made available to invest in community sports facilities across England for the next three years.
Surf Coast FC boosted by $2 million facility upgrade
Works have officially begun on a $2 million facility upgrade project at Banyul-Warri Fields, the home of Surf Coast FC. …
Croydon FC to move into new $7 million facility in 2022
Croydon FC will move into a newly constructed facility setup at Regency Park Oval early next year, in what is …