In addition to the $250m upgrade of the Australian Institute of Sport facilities in Canberra announced earlier in the week the Government will provide $132.7 million over three years from 2024–25 to continue sport participation and high performance programs, as well as provide additional funding to support preparation for and delivery of key international events.

Funding includes:

• $10.5 million over two years from 2024–25 towards the Participation Grants program to implement priority activities under the Play Well strategy and to build sector capability to support sports participation

• $6.8 million over two years from 2024–25 towards the Play Well priority and capability sector activities to ensure individuals of all ages, backgrounds, genders and abilities can access the benefits of sport.

• $62.9 million over two years from 2024–25 towards the Sporting Schools Program to help students to build the confidence and capability to be active for life

• $34.2 million over three years from 2024–25 towards the Water and Snow Safety Program to reduce water and snow-related injuries and deaths through research, vocational education and training

• $17.0 million over two years from 2024–25 towards the Local Sporting Champions and Local Para Champions programs to support junior competitors aged 12-24, coaches and officials to participate in state, national or international championships, including athletes with a disability