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In reply to Mr BATTY (Bragg) (25 June 2025). (Estimates Committee B)
The Hon. E.S. BOURKE (Minister for Emergency Services and Correctional Services, Minister for Autism, Minister for Recreation, Sport and Racing): I have been advised that for the Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing:
The following table provides the requested information on grant program/funds under my responsibility for the 2025-26, 2026-27 and 2027-28 financial years—Controlled:
| Grant program/ fund name | Purpose of grant program/fund | 2025-26 Estimate $000 | 2026-27 Estimate $000 | 2027-28 Estimate $000 |
| State Sport and Recreation Development Program | Provides financial support to eligible state sport and active recreation organisations, industry support organisations to help ensure a sustainable and thriving sector. | 2,808 | 2,828 | 2,849 |
| Active State Collaboration Program | Provides financial support to active recreation and sport organisations, Councils and NFP's to address inactivity levels, and inclusion initiatives through participation, community, partnering, and innovation. | 3,196 | 3,243 | 3,292 |
| Active Club Program | Provides funding support to active recreation, sport and recreational fishing clubs to further develop the programs and services they provide within the South Australian community. | 1,426 | 1,457 | 1,488 |
| Performance Pathways Program | Provides financial support to State Sporting Organisations and select National Sporting Organisations in Olympic, Paralympic or Commonwealth Games sports to develop and operate their performance pathways. | 754 | 773 | 792 |
| Community Recreation and Sport Facilities Program | Provides access to funding for the development of sustainable, functional, inclusive and fit-for-purpose active recreation and sport facilities. | 5,756 | 5,900 | 6,047 |
| The Power of Her Infrastructure and Participation Program | Build on and deepen the legacy of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup by providing funding for dedicated facilities, improvements to facilities, equipment and programs for girls' and women's sport in South Australia. | 9,156 | - | - |
| High Performance Athlete Program | Provides assistance to eligible elite and country athletes who are engaged in an Olympic, Paralympic or Commonwealth Games sport and discipline. | 149 | 152 | 156 |
| Regional Support | Provides financial support to assist sport and recreation initiatives in regional South Australia. | 551 | 565 | 579 |
| Racing Industry Fund | Provides assistance for a variety of purposes to the racing industry in South Australia. Grants are approved by the Minister for Recreation, Sport and Racing, Treasurer, Premier, Cabinet or State Budget, where there is no public call for applications. | 12,285 | 12,623 | - |
| Sports Vouchers Subsidies | The program provides an opportunity for primary school aged children from Reception to Year 9 to receive up to a $200 discount on sports, active recreation, dance, learn to swim or music membership/ lesson fees. The purpose is to increase the number of children playing organised sport or participating in active recreation, dance or music activities by reducing cost as a barrier. | 24,291 | 24,658 | 25,033 |
The following table provides details, including the value and beneficiary, or any commitments already made to be funded from the program or funds mentioned in the previous answer.
| Grant program/ fund name | 2025-26 Commitment $000 | 2026-27 Commitment $000 | 2027-28 Commitment $000 |
| State Sport and Recreation Development Program | 2,787 | - | - |
| Active State Collaboration Program | - | - | |
| Performance Pathways Program | 754 | - | - |
| Regional Support | 263 | - | - |
| Racing Industry Fund | 5,200 | 5,200 | - |
The following table provides the requested information on grant program/funds under my responsibility for the 2025-26, 2026-27 and 2027-28 financial years—Administered:
| Grant program/fund name | Purpose of grant program/fund | 2025-26 Estimate $000 | 2026-27 Estimate $000 | 2027-28 Estimate $000 |
| Sport and Recreation Fund | The Office has responsibility for two Administered funds; both of which are created and governed by legislation. Monies in the funds are transferred to Controlled and applied to sport and recreation activities as prescribed in the relevant legislation and approved by the Minister for Recreation, Sport and Racing. | 4,721 | 4,752 | 4,783 |
| Recreation and Sport Fund | - | - | - |