November 13th, 2026Clubs Score $700,000 For Road Safety

The state government is backing local footy and netball clubs to lead the way on road safety.

A total of $700,000 has been awarded to 261 clubs across Victoria for their work in tackling speeding in their communities.

The TAC Club Rewards Program recognises efforts to encourage safer driving among players, volunteers, members and supporters.

Seven clubs achieved the program’s highest level of recognition and received the maximum $10,000 reward:

Surrey Park Nunawading Mordialloc Korumburra Bena Lake Wendouree Learmonth South Warrnambool

Clubs were asked to champion the message: “Be the Difference. Make the Right Choice. Slow Down on the Road”.

The money awarded will go back into the clubs, funding equipment, facilities and community programs.

The program is delivered by the TAC in partnership with AFL Victoria.

Minister for Roads and Road Safety Paul Hamer said: “Grassroots football and netball clubs are trusted voices in their communities, making them powerful advocates for safer behaviour on our roads.”

Minister for WorkSafe and TAC Steve Dimopoulos said:“This funding recognises clubs that have gone above and beyond to promote road safety, helping deliver important messages that can influence behaviour and prevent road trauma.”

Transport Accident Commission CEO Tracey Slatter said:“Road trauma impacts communities across Victoria, which is why local clubs have such an important role to play in helping create a culture where everyone takes responsibility for road safety.”

Head of AFL Victoria Greg Madigan said: “Hundreds of clubs across Victoria have shown a genuine commitment to creating a culture of safer road use over the course of the entire season, and TAC Club Rewards funding is a terrific boost for those communities.”