Greater Cities and Regional Sport Facility Fund - 2021/2022 Program Guidelines

Sep 11, 2026

Guidelines for the NSW Greater Cities and Regional Sport Facility Fund Stream (2021/2022) set out how eligible organisations can apply for grants to develop and upgrade sport infrastructure. The program targets universally designed facilities that strengthen participation and performance opportunities, with priorities for inclusive projects supporting women and girls and people with disability. It defines fund objectives, eligible and ineligible applicants and projects, application and assessment processes, merit criteria, required supporting documents, key dates, and further information sources.

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Message from the Minister

About the Fund

Fund key objectives

Aim and focus

Important dates

Funding availability

Eligible applicants

Ineligible applicants

Eligible projects

Ineligible projects

Application process

Assessment process

Merit assessment criteria

Supporting documents

Further information

Attachment A - Greater Cities Sport Facility Fund - Eligible Local Government Areas

Greater Cities and Regional Sport Facility Fund Program Guidelines Greater Cities Sport Facility Fund Stream 2021/2022 Opens Monday 30 August 2021 Closes 12pm, Friday 8 October 2021 OFFICE OF SPORT Contents Message from the Minister ......................................................................................................................................3 About the Fund ........................................................................................................................................................................ 4 Fund key objectives .......................................................................................................................................................... 4 Aim and focus ..............................................................................................................................................................................5 Important dates ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Funding availability ............................................................................................................................................................ 6 Eligible applicants ................................................................................................................................................................. 7 Ineligible applicants ........................................................................................................................................................... 7 Eligible projects ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8 Ineligible projects.................................................................................................................................................................. 9 Application process........................................................................................................................................................ 10 Assessment process ......................................................................................................................................................... 11 Merit assessment criteria........................................................................................................................................ 12 Supporting documents.............................................................................................................................................. 13 Further information .........................................................................................................................................................14 Attachment A – Greater Cities Sport Facility Fund – Eligible Local Government Areas ....................................................................................16 Greater Cities and Regional Sport Facility Fund | 2 Minister for Sport, Multiculturalism, Seniors and Veterans Investing in new and existing sport infrastructure is vital to improving the health and wellbeing of NSW residents. The NSW Government’s $100 million Greater Cities and Regional Sport Facility Fund is improving sport facilities and recreational spaces across the State. It’s not just an important boost for local economies and jobs, but also allows more people to participate in sport and active recreation. The Greater Cities and Regional Sport Facility Fund is creating a sports infrastructure construction boom across the State as part of the NSW Government’s multi-billion dollar infrastructure pipeline. The Fund focuses on providing sport facilities that meet the needs and expectations of all members of the community. Inclusive projects that encourage the participat

FAQs

What is the Greater Cities and Regional Sport Facility Fund 2021/2022 intended to achieve?

The program aims to increase sport participation by expanding and improving sporting facilities, and by supporting development of well-designed new and upgraded infrastructure. It focuses on delivering outcomes that benefit community health, connectedness, and active lifestyles.

Who can apply and what kinds of projects are eligible?

The guidelines specify eligible applicants and eligible project types for the Greater Cities Sport Facility Fund stream. They also list ineligible applicants and ineligible projects to clarify what will not be considered for funding.

How are applications assessed and what documentation is required?

Applications go through an assessment process using merit assessment criteria. The guidelines outline the supporting documents required to support the application and ensure eligibility and project quality.

Sep 11, 2026

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