Sports facilities in the Heathcote Electorate can apply for their share of $500,000 in funding from the NSW Government for new life-saving defibrillators.

The equipment is funded under the NSW Government’s Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program which provides up to $3,000 to eligible sporting organisations for the purchase of automated external defibrillators at sports facilities.

Since the Program commenced, more than 2,000 defibrillators have been installed at sports facilities across NSW.

Applications close 27 November 2024 or when funding is exhausted. For further information, including eligibility criteria, please see the Program guidelines at: https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au/grants/local-sport-defibrillator-grant-program

Member for Heathcote, Maryanne Stuart MP:

"Sport is such an integral part of our community, and we want to ensure that it’s as safe as possible for all participants. This funding allows local clubs to access critical life-saving equipment that can make all the difference in an emergency."

"I encourage all eligible sporting organisations in Heathcote to apply for the NSW Government's Local Sport Defibrillator Grant. A quick response with the right equipment can save lives, and these grants ensure that defibrillators are available when they’re needed most."

"I’m proud that the NSW Minns Labor Government continues to support grassroots sports by funding essential safety equipment like defibrillators. This investment is about ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone who participates and attends sporting events."

Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said:

“With more than 9,000 out of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in NSW each year, the first few minutes following an incident are critical, and access to a defibrillator can mean the difference between life and death.

“The NSW Government wants to ensure people participating in sport have access to this life-saving equipment.

“The Local Sport Defibrillator Program ensures clubs are equipped to respond to these life-threatening emergencies.”