According to Anthony Roberts, Member for Lane Cove, the funding Forms part of a $4 million, four-year programme being executed by the New South Wales government. He said sport played a vital role in the local community, adding:
“The Local Sport Defibrillators Grant Programme helps sports organisations to purchase Automated External Defibrillators (AED) which can be used to respond to cardiac emergencies.”
Roberts urged the area’s sporting organisations to make an application for funding to enable each to be equipped with the life-saving defibrillators. His words were echoed by Stuart Ayres, the Minister for Sport, who said the equipment would give clubs an opportunity to respond quickly to life-threatening emergencies, adding:
“Early access to a defibrillator can significantly increase a person’s chances of survival in the event of a cardiac arrest.”
Ayres said up to $500,000 in Round 3 grants were available with eligible sports organisations and clubs in line to receive from $1,250 to $1,900 towards the purchase of a defibrillator.
Many organisations have used printing services and other media outlets to highlight the benefits of having a defibrillator on hand at sporting venues. According to Roberts, the grants programme, which began in 2017, has already assisted in 780 being provided. Applications will be accepted until May 6, 2019.Get a Free Quote for Forms