Through the program—delivered in partnership with AFL Victoria—the club rolled out a series of initiatives aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of speeding.
These included the distribution of road-safety armbands, targeted awareness campaigns, and extensive promotion across the club’s social media channels.
Several of the club’s dedicated road-safety reels were shared by governing bodies and associated organisations, significantly increasing their reach within the community.
While the grant funds are yet to be received, the club has already earmarked the $500 contribution for an important local project.
The committee is currently working to develop a safe footpath link for pedestrians accessing the major sporting precinct, reducing the need for foot traffic to use the roadway.
Although the grant represents just under one percent of the overall project cost, it is a valuable contribution toward improving safety for players, families, and visitors.
The YFNC thanks the TAC and AFL Victoria for recognising the club’s efforts to champion safer behaviours on local roads.
YFNC will join with 315 other grassroots football and netball clubs to share in $700,000 to drive down speeding in their community.
Successful football and netball clubs from across the state were invited to apply for the program and show how they supported road safety throughout the year, including taking part in the TAC’s Road Safety Round.
Minister for Roads and Road Safety Melissa Horne said from country roads to suburban streets, players, coaches and supporters have rallied behind road safety, sparking conversations, challenging behaviours, and protecting lives.
“These clubs are at the heart of their communities and have shown incredible leadership in promoting road safety, their efforts are helping to make every journey on Victoria’s roads a safer one,” Ms Horne said.
As part of this year’s program, clubs were asked to start conversations and be part of the campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of speeding, with the tagline – ‘Be the Difference’.
Around 44 per cent of successful applications were from regional Victoria where serious road trauma risk is the highest.
Transport Accident Commission CEO Tracey Slatter said footballers and netballers often travel long distances for games and training, so by making road safety a priority, these clubs are protecting their members and setting a powerful example.
“The TAC Club Rewards Program is part of the TAC’s 33-year partnership with AFL Victoria, which aims to empower clubs to develop a culture where all players and members are expected to be safe on the roads.”
Successful clubs can use the money for a range of initiatives including education programs, club transport initiatives, new equipment and uniforms.
More information and a full list of 2025 TAC Club Rewards program recipients can be found at tac.vic.gov.au/about-the-tac/community/grants/tac-club-rewards-program.
