Melton is reminding residents that a council program can help cover registration fees for extra-curricular activities for young people who are eligible.
The council’s ‘FairGo 4 Youth Fund’ provides an opportunity for disadvantaged young people to participate in a local extra-curricular activity to enrich their lives and improve social connection and wellbeing.
It is open to young people aged from 8 to 16 years old at the time of the application who are Melton residents and can demonstrate financial support needs.
Per financial year, the maximum amount residents can apply for is $400 plus goods and services tax (GST) or $600 plus GST for those living with a disability.
An individual can make a single claim for a winter season, or summer season, or if term based, two consecutive terms, with funding covering registration costs only.
The fund is not a voucher as payment is made directly to the chosen activity provider.
Young people must select an activity from a pre-approved activity provider that uses a council venue
Applications are currently being accepted for 2025–26 summer season activities only, while applications for 2025 term-based activities are accepted all-year round.
Winter season 2026 applications will be accepted from January 1.
Further details for participants and activity providers are available on the council’s website.
Details: melton.vic.gov.au/Services/Grants-Awards-and-Training/Community-Grants-Funding-Programs/Community-Funds/FairGo-4-Youth-Fund
