Royal Life Saving Queensland: New National Water Safety Grants Now Open

Royal Life Saving Queensland are encouraging community organisations, settlement services and local governments to apply for the new $5 million National Water Safety Program, supported by the Australian Government.

This national program aims to strengthen water safety education and participation for refugees, migrants and newly arrived communities, groups who often face barriers to accessing aquatic environments safely.

What the Grants Support

• Water safety education.
• Learn-to-swim participation.
• Community outreach.
• Culturally responsive aquatic programs.
• Initiatives that reduce drowning risk for newly arrived Australians.

These grants are a strong opportunity for Queensland organisations delivering community sport, recreation, settlement support or multicultural programs.

Why this Matters for Queensland

With our state’s deep connection to beaches, rivers and pools, these grants can help:

• Build water confidence.
• Strengthen inclusion.
• Support newly arrived families.
• Reduce drowning risk.
• Expand community partnership.

It aligns closely with QSport’s sector priorities around access, inclusion and safety.

Key Dates

Applications Opened: 18 August 2026.

Applications Close: 24 September 2026.

Organisations are encouraged to review the guidelines early and prepare submissions ahead of the deadline.

Acknowledgement

QSport acknowledge the Queensland Government for its continued support of water safety programs delivered throughout Queensland.