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GROWTH FUNDING

The NSW Community Rugby Leagues Association (NSWCRLA) has launched the Community Rugby League Growth Fund, a new $150,000 initiative to strengthen grassroots Rugby League across NSW and ACT. Find out more below.

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Applications for Round 1 of the Community Rugby League Growth Funding Program have now closed, with successful projects announced in April 2026.

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The successful recipients of Round 1 can be viewed here: https://www.nswcrla.org.au/post/community-rugby-league-growth-fund-delivers-support-to-grassroots-clubs-across-nsw

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Round 2 is expected to open shortly and will place a stronger emphasis on participation initiatives, player growth and player retention across Community Rugby League.

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Funded by the Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) through NSW Rugby League (NSWRL), the program helps Districts, Regions and affiliated Clubs deliver safe, compliant and thriving competitions.

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The funding is distributed across three key streams:

  • Club and competition support – helping Clubs and Leagues deliver safe, well-run competitions

  • Safe environments and volunteer capability – building the skills and capability of volunteers, including assistance with infrastructure-related grant applications

  • Growth in participation and player retention – supporting initiatives that attract and retain players, particularly women and young people.

 

Applications are open to NSWCRLA member Districts, Regions and Associations, and to Clubs affiliated with those members.

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Further information regarding Round 2, including opening and closing dates, will be announced shortly.

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For further information about the Community Rugby League Growth Funding Program, please refer to the Program Guidelines.

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For more information, contact:

NSW Community Rugby Leagues Association (NSWCRLA)
📧 chair@nswcrla.org.au

© 2026 NSW Community Rugby League Association. All rights reserved.

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