- Sep 29, 2016
MEDIA RELEASE: Nominations open for Local Sport Grant Program
Sporting clubs in Maitland are encouraged to apply for the Local Sport Grant Program to guarantee increased involvement in recreational activities. Member for Maitland, Jenny Aitchison, said sport and active recreation delivers many personal and community benefits including developing self-esteem, maintaining health and fitness, nurturing talented athletes and contributing to individual enjoyment of life. “Providing modern and functional sport and recreation facilities will e

- Jul 5, 2016
MEDIA RELEASE: Lochinvar Rovers on track for improved lighting
Lochinvar Rovers Football Club is one step closer to playing under improved lighting after receiving $10,000 in funding under the Local Sports Grant Program. Member for Maitland, Jenny Aitchison, joined with Club Secretary, Lisa Duhig, and Hunter Valley Football Operations Manager, Sarah White, yesterday to congratulate the Club on the good news. Ms Aitchison said she was pleased to see the funding allocated to a grassroots sporting organisation committed to delivering person

- May 20, 2016
East Maitland Griffins recipients of Sport Grant
I was pleased to congratulate East Maitland Junior Rugby League Football Club on successfully obtaining $5000 through the 2016 Local Sport Grant Program. The funds will assist the Club in purchasing new jerseys and training equipment which will ensure all players are prepared for the coming season. I am pleased to see the funding allocated to worthwhile sporting organisations. The funding had been distributed to a diverse range of clubs and organisations to ensure a variety o
- May 11, 2016
MEDIA RELEASE: Maitland sporting groups receive funding
Ten Maitland sporting groups will share in $50,000 funding through the 2016 Local Sport Grant Program. Member for Maitland, Jenny Aitchison, welcomed the announcement that will guarantee an increase in regular and on-going participation opportunities in sport and active recreation. Ms Aitchison said she was pleased to see the funding allocated to worthwhile sporting organisations. “Sport is synonymous with the Maitland region and it is important that all levels of government

- Jan 11, 2016
Applications open for the Local Sport Grant Program
Sporting groups in the Maitland electorate can now apply for the Local Sport Grant Program. Sport and active recreation delivers many personal and community benefits including developing self-esteem, maintaining health and fitness, nurturing talented athletes and contributing to individual enjoyment of life. Sport and active recreation can also contribute to a range of government priorities including tackling childhood obesity and building safer communities. The Program aims