$17,000 boost for flood affected sport and recreation clubs

The Dalby and Chinchilla sports communities will share in nearly $17,000 in infrastructure and equipment funding from the Bligh Government's Sports Flood Fightback Plan.

Sport Minister Phil Reeves said this funding will go a long way towards helping these flood-affected sport and recreation clubs get back on their feet.

"Dalby and Chinchilla are proud sporting communities, and I'm pleased to present three clubs with cheques today," Mr Reeves said.

"The Chinchilla Golf Club will receive $7,150 to resurface their greens.

"$4,947 will go to the Dalby & District Rugby Football Club so they can replace training and playing equipment.

"Dalby Junior Rugby League will receive $4,756 which will go towards replacing training and playing equipment."

Mr Reeves said he expected to announce many more grants under both the equipment and infrastructure elements of the 'flood fightback plan' as clubs are the lifeblood of the community.

"They provide substantial benefits to suburbs, towns and entire regions. In many cases they are the glue which binds communities," Mr Reeves said.

"We've never seen this level of damage to sporting facilities across the state. It's just heart-breaking. Some I've seen have been left with nothing.

"That's why the Bligh Government is making available revamped emergency funds for clubs to repair their facilities and replace equipment.

"Groups can apply for up to $12,500 to replace damaged equipment and up to $60,000 to help repair infrastructure.

"This new package of assistance includes a 1800 173 349 advice line which will help clubs access money, skills and professional advice on how clubs can get back up and running.

"The Bligh Government understands the impact the floods have had on Queensland families.

"It's important that young families continue to have the opportunity to get their children outdoors and playing organised sport."