Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the recreation sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
In New South Wales, new south wales is home to australia's largest state economy and one of the most comprehensive grant ecosystems in the country.
Open programs
3 totalThe NSW Rugby World Cup Legacy Grant Program funds infrastructure improvements and participation initiatives for rugby union in NSW, leveraging the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup. The program supports eligible not-for-profit rugby clubs, associations, and local government authorities to build or upgrade facilities and expand programs, with specific focus on increasing participation among under-represented groups including women, girls, people with disability, First Nations peoples, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
The Greater Sydney Sports Facility Fund provides $100 million over three years to create and improve sports infrastructure across Greater Sydney, with grants between $500,000 and $5 million for new and existing facilities. The fund prioritizes investments that increase participation in sport at all levels and support equitable access to high-quality, female-friendly sports and active recreation facilities for women and girls.
The Regional Sports Infrastructure Fund provides grants between $1 million and $10 million to develop new and upgrade existing regional sporting facilities in NSW. The fund aims to increase the number and quality of regional sports infrastructure, improve participation and performance in sport at all levels, and establish regional sport hubs that serve as community focal points.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines before applying.