North Queensland Sports Foundation (NQSF) is seeking Council's continued membership with for a further three years, with proposed financial assistance of approximately $154,798 (excluding GST).
The Foundation plays a key role in driving sporting outcomes across the region and supports a number of Cairns' strategic objectives.
The Foundation delivers four core programs designed to foster and strengthen sporting participation in North Queensland:
- The North Queensland Games – a multisport event for member Councils incorporating all ages and abilities, held biennially
- The North Queensland Sportstar Awards – recognising and celebrating sporting excellence and achievements
- Move It NQ Program – delivering over $600,000 in funding for physical activity programs across North Queensland through local sporting clubs and active recreation providers.
- The North Queensland Sports Hall of Fame – recognition of athletes, coaches and administrators from the area who have made a substantial contribution to sport.
The Foundation also plays a key role in supporting a number of local priorities for Cairns.
These include positioning Cairns as the premier destination for women's sport, contributing to the city's 150-year celebrations, enhancing the Go Clubs support and development program, and advocating for funding and regional sport and recreation priorities.
