It is now more critical than ever to get more Victorians regularly participating in and playing sport, using Victoria's sporting excellent facilities and joining Victoria's sports clubs and teams whether for fun and friendship or for the challenge of competition.
To support this objective, Vicsport, the peak body for the Victorian sport active recreation industry is calling for a coordinated response from the next state government, led by the next Minister for Sport & Recreation but with commitment from other portfolio areas including health, education and tourism.
In 2014 Vicsport released its Policy Agenda on behalf of its 170 member groups which consist of 16,000 clubs and associations, 1.8 million people playing sport and being active, paid staff and volunteers.
Broaden the areas of government investment in the health, social and community benefits of community sport and active recreation.
Prioritise regular and affordable access for community sport and active recreation organisations through facility funding schemes.
Strengthen community club participation through a targeted subsidy scheme to assist those for whom cost is an issue.
For further information, please contact Vicsport Chief Executive Officer Lisa Hasker on 03 9698 8100 or lisah@vicsport.com.au.