AFL Highlights $117M Investment in Grassroots Facilities

The Australian Football League (AFL) has highlighted its ongoing commitment to grassroots infrastructure through its 'Towards 2030' facility management framework. Since 2017, the sporting body reports it has co-invested over $117 million in partnership with local, state, and federal governments to support nearly 3,000 venue improvements. These investments are specifically directed toward ensuring community sports facilities are more welcoming, inclusive, and gender-friendly. For local councils and facility managers, the AFL’s Preferred Facility Guidelines provide a necessary framework for aligning future infrastructure projects with these national funding priorities.