The Hunters Hill Club is championing equitable access for women and girls in community sport with a major upgrade to its female changerooms, made possible by a $73,480 NSW Government grant that is part of a state-wide boost for local bowls clubs.
A Direct Investment in Equality
The funding for the Hunters Hill Club is targeted at a comprehensive upgrade of its women’s change room showers and toilets. The project aims to provide modern, high-quality facilities that reflect the growing participation of women in local sports.
Hunters Hill Club Board Chair Andrew Turnbull explained that the club actively provides facilities for local all-girls schools, community fitness groups, and women’s tennis and lawn bowls players. He stated that delivering equitable facilities is essential to meet expectations and cater to the rising demand from women who play, or wish to play, sport in the community. With 1,700 members, the club is focused on ensuring its infrastructure serves everyone equally.
Part of a Broader Community Boost
This local investment is a key component of a much larger state-wide program. The funds originate from the New South Wales Government’s Community Building Partnership 2025 Grant, which was approved in August. In total, the program has allocated $1,665,495 to 57 bowls clubs across the state to help them progress projects that deliver positive social and recreational outcomes for their local areas.
Modern Clubs for Modern Needs
The successful funding applications show how local clubs are evolving into essential community hubs. Bowls Australia’s Head of Club Support, Brett Hughes, said the funding outcome was a fantastic achievement that demonstrated the dedication of clubs in submitting strong applications. He noted that financial support for bowls clubs under this program has increased dramatically year on year, which demonstrates the increasingly important role these clubs play in their communities.
The variety of projects funded highlights this evolution. While Hunters Hill focused on equitable sporting infrastructure, the Kiama Bowling Club received $40,000 for a new community courtesy bus. Grant coordinator Ken Bryant reported that their previous 14-year-old bus was at the end of its life. He said the new vehicle will provide a comfortable and free transport service, supporting the ability of many community members to engage in the numerous social and sporting events the club provides.
Published Date 06-October-2025
