Having high-quality, accessible sport and recreation facilities is vital to helping more Queenslanders discover the benefits of an active lifestyle.
The following case studies demonstrate the Queensland Government's commitment to supporting the development of facilities in communities throughout Queensland.
Case Studies
Multipurpose court case study
Children in a small community in western Queensland used to have make their own fun. But that all changed recently when the Queensland Government joined forces with their local council to develop a new multipurpose court.
Richmond recreation lake case study
Lake Fred Tritton has given Richmond residents a tantalising taste of the benefits and lifestyle coastal Queenslanders take for granted.
Salter Oval Grandstand case study
Salter Oval has hosted many memorable sporting clashes since 1932 and the new grandstand has also proved a popular winner with local players and fans.
Skate park strategy case study
Visiting a local skate park just got a lot easier in Maroochy Shire. Local skaters are not only helping choose locations for new skate parks, they're even helping to design them.
Indoor sports facility case study
Being physically active on Mornington Island is no longer as tough as it once was thanks to the Queensland Government's support for a new multipurpose centre.
Bowling green case study
Digging up the green to save a bowls club? Improbable or not, that's exactly what a small club in south-west Queensland has done with help of the Queensland Government.
World Rope Skipping Championships case study
Hundreds of the world's best rope skippers have enjoyed an action-packed week at the redeveloped Tallebudgera Outdoor Recreation Centre.
Ravensbourne tennis courts case study
High on a spur of the Great Dividing Range near Toowoomba, the rural community of Ravensbourne can now lay claim to Australia's most scenic tennis courts.
Mount Morgan Golf Club
The Mount Morgan community is faced with numerous challenges in providing for its sport and recreation needs. In 2006, Mount Morgan Golf Club submitted a successful Club Development Program application.
AFL Capricornia Umpires Association
The AFL Capricornia Umpires Association Inc in Rockhampton has successfully utilised the club Development Program to increase the number of AFL umpires in the area.