QUEENSLAND kids are ready to get back to the sporting field and vouchers of up to $150 are available to help parents cover the cost.
From Monday afternoon, a fresh round of state government Fair Play vouchers will be available for parents, carers and guardians to use for sport fees with registered clubs or providers.
More than 4500 clubs are registered to receive the 73,000 FairPlay vouchers on offer.
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said it was timed to coincide with the resumption of full-contact community sport.
"We know the devastating impact of this worldwide pandemic," the Premier said.
"These vouchers not only help struggling families but also provide a mini-stimulus for the economy."
Sport Minister and Springwood MP Mick de Brenni said the bank balance was looking a bit different for some parents post-COVID-19, but disadvantaged kids and their clubs should not miss out.
"I can't thank enough the Queensland volunteers running local clubs who've been superb in operating under COVID Safe requirements to keep their players and members safe," he said.
"It's because of their great effort that we will now see the return of competition, including community AFL, with over 12,000 kids ready and raring to pick up the Sherrin."
AFL Queensland chief executive Dean Warren said he was thrilled to see footy back.
"It is a wonderful result to see games kicking off again on July 10," he said.
"AFL Queensland has been focused on ensuring we are providing a safe and well-prepared environment for our players to return. All of our clubs have been incredibly well organised and responsive to the protocols required to get our game back safely."
To apply, visit qld.gov.au/fairplayvouchers.
