Queensland clubs receive over $450,000 in latest round of state government funding

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At least seven Queensland football clubs are going to benefit from a share in over $1.5 million in fresh infrastructure funding as a result of commitments made prior to the recent Queensland state election.

Football Queensland have announced that affiliated clubs have received over $450,000 in funding through the latest round of the state government’s Gambling Community Benefit Fund.

15 clubs across the sunshine state received a total of $460,033.88 in funding for a variety of projects, including the upgrade of playing fields, the installation of seating and purchase of equipment such as goals and mowers.

Applications for Round 108 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund are now open, allocating grants for not-for-profit community groups, to enhance their capacity to provide multiple opportunities for Queensland communities.

Round 108 applications will close on Sunday, 28 February.

More information on submitting an application for funding can be viewed here.

A list of successful applicants for the latest round of funding is shown below.

Gambling Community Benefit Fund Round 106 Successful Applicants

Acacia Ridge FC Install irrigation system & purchase mower $35,000
Airlie Beach FC Purchase marquees & equipment $14,572.25
Atherton FC Upgrade playing fields and access area $34,283
Biloela Valleys FC Upgrade field lights $35,000
Diggers FC Upgrade fence & install solar $35,000
Edge Hill United FC Purchase portable goals $34,789.94
Holland Park Hawks FC Remove & replace fencing $35,000
Moura Rangers FC Purchase mower $26,500
Northern Beaches United FC Upgrade field & purchase equipment $15,649.09
Rebels FC Install seating & shade structure $34,810
Riverway Vikings FC Install storage shed $22,659
Saints Eagles Souths FC Construct shed & upgrade technical area $35,000
Tallebudgera Valley FC Upgrade facility & purchase equipment $31,770.60
Whitsunday United FC Install electronic scoreboard $35,000
Woombye Snakes FC Construct retaining wall, steps & roof $35,000
TOTAL $460,033.88
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WA announce TV series for Sam Kerr’s children’s novels

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Image Credit: James Ross/AAP

A new TV series based on Sam Kerr’s children’s books ‘Kicking Goals’ is set to begin filming in early 2027 in Western Australia.

The show follows a young Kerr before she became captain of the Matildas and a star at Chelsea FC. Set in her home state of WA, the story sees her navigate her way through growing up and chasing her dreams, alongside her family and friends, and the adventures that entailed.

Speaking to Screenwest, Kerr said, ‘It’s pretty surreal knowing that Kicking Goals is being adapted into a TV series. These stories are all about believing in yourself and having a go, so it feels really special that a whole new generation will get to experience them on screen.’

Co-authored by Fiona Harris, the books have been a success since their initial release in 2021, a period which has coincided with Kerr and her Matildas teammates growing from beloved within Australia’s football community, into a team of genuine national appeal and recognition. They are available nation-wide, sold at major retailers such as Big W and Dymocks.

The television adaptation will beproduced by Orange Entertainment for Paramount+.

‘Kicking Goals’ is set to inject AUD 5million into the WA economy and provide over 130 local jobs.

Creative Industries Minister of WA, Simone McGurk, said via WA GOV, ‘The series will showcase all that Western Australia has to offer – including our world-class talent, crew, and diverse locations – while celebrating the story of one of our sporting greats.’

Casting is currently underway, with a search for a young Kerr and her mates ongoing.

The months after the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australian and New Zealand saw an 11% increase in women and girl’s participation in football compared to the previous year, showing the direct impact the biggest stage can have on grassroots football.

Kerr has managed to build on that success and begin a new chapter, inspiring kids both on and off the field.

Former Socceroos captain set to headline coaching conference

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Mark Mulligan. Credit A League

Mark Milligan – former Socceroos captain and Newcastle Jets Premiership-winning manager – is set to be the guest of honour at the 2026 Football NSW Coaching Conference, held at Valentine Sports Park from November 21st–22nd.

The annual conference represents Australia’s largest gathering of football coaches, and is set to include expert insight into coaching, practical sessions and development plans for attendees. Milligan will partake in a Q&A session with MC Stephanie Brantz on November 21, adding significant gravitas to the conference.

Chris Gallo, Football NSW Coach Education Manager spoke highly of Milligan via Football NSW.

‘Opportunities to hear from people who have experienced the game at the highest level are incredibly valuable for our coaches. Mark brings a unique perspective on leadership, performance and the demands of elite football, and we want our coaches to be able to take those insights back into their own environments,’ he said.

Milligan traversed the globe across a near-twenty year professional career that started in the old National Soccer League, concluded in the A-League, and took in time across Europe, the UK and Asia.

He represented the Socceroos with distinction across 80 appearances, selected by four seperate managers in World Cup squads, and was captain of the Olympic team in 2008. His nascent managerial career has already seen two trophies at Newcastle, where he is presently leading them in the Asian Champions League.

But it all began on the local pitches of Bankstown. Milligan is an authentic, home-grown product of Football NSW, and emblamatic of the rewards that can be reaped from investing in the beginning of a player’s journey.

With the conference already selling out, attendees can now expect to learn plemty from one of Australia’s most exciting, up-and-coming coaches.

The opportunity Football NSW are providing showcases their commitment in helping coaches develop, and their continued pledge of giving back to the game at its foundation.

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