Infrastructure Investment Fund (IFF)
Overview of NSWRL Infrastructure Investment Fund (IFF)
What is the IFF?
The Infrastructure Investment Fund (IFF) provides financial assistance for all eligible Rugby League community clubs across the state, with the aim of supporting the upgrade and improvement of their respective club facilities and infrastructure.
How will the fund work?
Fund creation:
- Contributions will be made by NSWRL to the dedicated IIF of $2million per year
- NSWRL will seek co-contributions from other parties to supplement the fund.
Priority Project Selection and Management:
- The fund will be administered by an IIF Committee, comprising of key representatives from NSWRL and co-contributors
- Prior to the beginning of every financial year, the IIF committee will select priority projects to receive funding support based on key selection criteria aligned with NSWRL’s Infrastructure Strategy.
Decision-Making and Approvals Process
1. Initial Screening
NSWRL staff to conduct an initial review of all submissions to ensure eligibility and completeness.
2. Detailed Review
The IIF Committee will conduct a detailed evaluation of each proposal based on proposed selection criteria.
3. Board Approval
The IIF Committee to recommend selected projects by end of financial year to NSWRL Board for final approval.
4. Project Monitoring
Funded projects to be monitored to ensure the timely completion and compliance against criteria.
Guidelines for Eligibility
All Rugby League clubs across NSW and ACT are eligible to receive funding under the following guidelines and provisions:
- Clubs have completed club facility audits and project priority submissions by end of the respective financial year
- Clear demonstration of alignment to both NSWRL Infrastructure Strategy and Strategic Plan
- Typical funding amounts granted per project may vary from $10k - $500k, with exceptions considered on an individual basis.
Selection Criteria
Project Value and Scale
Expected scale of the project and project capital required.
Strategic Alignment
Extent of alignment to NSWRL’s Infrastructure Strategy.
Project Feasibility
Degree of effort for implementation and timelines.
Co-Funding Potential
To what extent are projects co-funded by other parties?
Further Information
Please email all inquiries to info@nswrl.com.au
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