The program partnership with Netball Victoria, the AFL, and AFL Victoria was established in 2005 to help netball and football clubs across the state, because everybody deserves equal facilities, no matter where they live.

Grants of up to $150,000 are available to deliver projects such as redeveloping and building new ovals and netball courts, installing sports lighting, and building new and redeveloped pavilions.

There will be a focus on supporting communities that have been affected by a natural disaster and those that are experiencing socio-economic disadvantage, strong population growth or other economic challenges.

Since its establishment, the program has invested more than $30 million into more than 500 football and netball projects across the state. Better sport and recreation facilities make it easier for players of all abilities, coaches, umpires and supporters to get involved in local sport and lead healthy and active lifestyles.

Applications for funding from local councils close on 22 June 2021. For more information and to apply, visit Country Football and Netball Program webpage. A second round of the program will open in September 2021.