Your nearest park, showground or community hall could be upgraded soon with funds from the Crown Reserves Improvement Fund.

Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson said the Tamworth electorate was dotted with crown land areas that have been cared for and treasured by local communities for generations.

“Our region is full of parks, showgrounds, recreation areas, halls, shelters, clubs and grounds that are important parts of community living and connection,” Mr Anderson said.

“These areas are often on crown land and are maintained by hardworking volunteers with a passion for providing a great space for their community.

“Their work is invaluable, which is why I do everything I can to support them by pushing for more and more funding for crown lands.”

The NSW Government’s Crown Reserves Improvement Fund is open now and Mr Anderson is inviting local Crown Land managers to get their applications in.

“This fund is about giving crown land managers the tools they need to do their job,” Mr Anderson added.

“That means granting funds for building repairs, accessibility upgrades, fencing, weed control, equipment, or anything else they need to tackle the odd jobs around the facility.

“My message to local groups is to pick a project that needs doing and get their application in as soon as possible.”

The 2025-26 Crown Land Improvement Fund round has $13.5 million available for grants of between $50,000 and $1 million. Grant applications are open now until 5:00pm on 5 December 2025.

For more information, visit https://www.crownland.nsw.gov.au/reserve-manager/finance/crown-reserves-improvement-fund