BOOROWA netballer Olivia Gay is among a group of young sportsmen and women from the Hume electorate who have been awarded $500 grants under the Local Sporting Champions program.
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The program is administered by the Australian Sports Commission and recognises the sporting achievements of young people who have competed at a state or national level throughout Australia.
Federal Member for Hume Angus Taylor held a presentation recently in his Goulburn electorate office for a number of award recipients. He will congratulate a number of other recipients on Saturday, September 6, at the Harden Show.
"The applications were of a very high standard and all the young men and women who applied should feel proud of their remarkable achievements," Mr Taylor said.
"This round was very competitive - we had athletes competing in a variety of sports, including polocrosse, rugby, baseball, taekwondo and mountain climbing.
"I strongly encourage those who are eligible for this grant to apply for the next round."
The program is available to young people between 12 and 18 years of age who travel more than 250km (return) to compete in their chosen sport. The grant money may be put towards costs associated with equipment, fees, uniforms, training and transportation. Round 2 of the program will close on October 31.
For further information please visit http://www.ausport.gov.au/participating/schools_and_juniors/local_sporting_champions.
