The state government has launched a new initiative to better ensure equitable access to everyone to community sport, including in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay.
As part of the Fair Access Policy Roadmap, minimum standards will be enforced state-wide, which will ensure all Victorian councils provide fair access to sporting facilities for people of all genders in order to be eligible to receive infrastructure funding from the government.
The initiative has three phases: education, readiness and progress.
The standards will be laid out in a roadmap resource made available for local governments, sport and recreation organisations and other groups that manage publicly owned community sports infrastructure.
Community Sport Minister Ros Spence said the standards would come into place from July 2024.
“The Fair Access Policy Roadmap will deliver greater health outcomes for all Victorians, a stronger community sport and recreation sector, and fairer use of public sporting assets.”
The first phase will begin this year, with the Office for Women in Sport and Recreation providing training, education and support to local councils to help them facilitate and implement the changes.
Office for Women in Sport and Recreation director Sarah Styles said the new landmark policy would ensure community sporting environments are welcoming, accessible and inclusive for everyone.
“We’re looking forward to working with all stakeholders, wherever they are on their journey,” she said.
Details: changeourgame.vic.gov.au
