Tasmanian Government delivers package of community sport and recreation initiatives

The Tasmanian Government is working to ensure that long-term demand for sporting infrastructure will be met by taking important steps to address the growing need for more community sporting facilities.

The package of grassroots community sport and recreation initiatives includes committing $10 million over two years for a Tasmanian Active Infrastructure Grants Program to fund community sporting facility upgrades across the State, following the success of previous programs such as Levelling the Playing Field and Improving the Playing Field.

The Tasmanian Government is also providing $2 million for immediate upgrades at the Moonah and Clarence Sports Centres.

Tasmanian Minister for Sport and Recreation Nic Street advised “Active Tasmania (formerly Sport and Recreation) will immediately be charged with conducting a whole-of-state facilities audit to determine what new or upgraded community sporting facilities are needed to keep up with demand.

“An Active 2030 Strategy will also be developed to ensure no Tasmanian misses out on the social and physical benefits of getting active, playing sports and participating in recreation activities.

“We will also ensure that the opportunities brought about by the Northern Suburbs Community Hub development in Mowbray are fully realised to ensure community sports have a new home they’ll be proud of, in the north of the state.

“We will continue investing in vital community infrastructure that supports every Tasmanian to lead an active and healthy lifestyle.”

Image: Clarence Sports Stadium Credit: Drysdale Clifton Springs Pickleball Club