Nineteen NSW golf clubs set for major upgrades after huge funding win

A host of NSW golf clubs is set to tee-off major facility upgrades after securing vital government funding to transform their courses and clubhouses into modern, sustainable community hubs.

Vital stormwater drainage improvements, solar panel installation, shared space facilities upgrades and essential infrastructure repairs are some of the initiatives which will be completed following the announcement of the latest round of Community Building Partnership Grants.

New South Wales Minister for Sport and Minister for Small Business Steve Kamper announced the latest round of Community Building Partnership Grants earlier this week; clubs from across the state have had their funding applications approved.

The NSW Government is investing in shovel-ready infrastructure projects which will deliver positive social, environmental and recreational outcomes, while also promoting community participation, inclusion and cohesion.

“The Community Building Partnership program delivers real benefits for local communities,” Minister Kamper said.

“This funding will support vital upgrades across 19 golf clubs - from stormwater drainage and solar panels to improved shared facilities.

“These projects will strengthen community connection and deliver positive social and recreational outcomes.”

Stuart Fraser, CEO of Golf NSW, said the grants are a significant help for many clubs.

"The works to be undertaken by the successful clubs not only assist in improving their facilities, but also help the sport grow through better access for all.

"Without the assistance of the NSW government, many of the clubs simply couldn't complete these sorts of projects."

ARMIDALE GOLF CLUB: Air Conditioning and Conference Room ($72,000)

BARNWELL PARK GOLF CLUB: Stormwater Redirection and Facade Repair ($36,369)

CAMMERAY GOLF CLUB LIMITED: Safe Spaces, Strong Communities ($11,439)

COOMA GOLF CLUB: Cooma Golf Club Community BBQ Kitchen ($30,000)

EMMAVILLE GOLF CLUB: Emmaville Golf Course and Clubhouse facilities ($35,090)

GRIFFITH GOLF CLUB CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY: Concrete Flooring of Shade Sail area ($19,000)

LITHGOW GOLF CLUB: Golf Practice Bays/Nets ($25,000)

LYNDHURST GOLF CLUB: Lyndhurst Golf Club Regeneration ($12,000)

MEREWETHER GOLF CLUB: Merewether Golf Club - Tee Rebuild ($40,260)

NAMBUCCA HEADS ISLAND GOLF CLUB: Replacement Machinery Shed ($28,000)

PORTLAND GOLF CLUB: Kubota Zero Turn Mower ZD1221-72 ($27,000)