Half a million dollars in funding has been made available to sports clubs in the Dubbo electorate as part of the NSW Government’s Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program.
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Mudgee Dragons president, Sebastian Flack, says the funding is welcome, especially when it’s for something that aids a player’s health.
“It’s good to see any type of funding in relation to player welfare and injury. We will be taking advantage of it,” Flack said.
It’s a good progression and to be on hand for our first aider.
- Sebastian Flack
Member for Dubbo Troy Grant says the funding was announced as part of Round 3 of the NSW Government’s four-year $4 million program.
“Sport is a vital part of the community, and our region is no different,” Mr Grant said.
“The Local Sport Defibrillators Grant Program helps sports organisations to purchase Automated External Defibrillators (AED) which can be used to respond to cardiac emergencies.
“It’s critical that our local sport and recreation facilities are equipped with this life-saving equipment and I urge local sports organisations to apply for funding in the current round.”
Minister for Sport, Stuart Ayres says the program was about ensuring clubs were equipped to respond to life-threating emergencies.
Early access to a defibrillator can significantly increase a person’s chances of survival in the event of a cardiac arrest.
- Stuart Ayres
“That’s why the NSW Government is supporting NSW sporting organisations with $500,000 in grants towards the purchase of this life-saving equipment,” Mr Ayres said.
Eligible sports clubs and organisations can receive between $1250 and $1900 in funds towards the cost of a defibrillator.
Sport clubs are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, with applications closing on May 6, 2019.
For more information, head to www.sport.nsw.gov.au/clubs/grants/defibrillator.
Jay-Anna Sleeman
Reporter for the Western Advocate. First began as a sports journalist with ACM in 2018 before moving on to cover news and court.
Reporter for the Western Advocate. First began as a sports journalist with ACM in 2018 before moving on to cover news and court.
