The Queensland Government is enhancing access to organised sports for Queensland children by expanding the FairPlay vouchers program.

Starting 1 July 2024, the value of each voucher will increase from $150 to $200, and the program will be available to all Queensland children aged 5 to 17, aimed at helping to reduce the cost of sports memberships, registration and participation fees for families. The number of vouchers will also rise significantly, from up to 50,000 to up to 200,000, with a budget allocation of $40 million for 2024-25.

Additionally, 50,000 vouchers will remain guaranteed to those under the current eligibility criteria of children and young people aged between 5 and 17 who hold, or whose parent, carer or guardian holds a valid Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card with the child’s name on it. Vouchers will need to be redeemed by June 2025.

This initiative is a key component of the State Government’s 10-year Activate! Queensland Strategy, aimed at promoting increased physical activity among Queenslanders.

For more information on FairPlay and how to redeem a voucher visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/fairplay

CVC acknowledges and is grateful to the Queensland Government in expanding the FairPlay Voucher offering to ensure kids across Queensland can access and participate in sport.