Some cost of living relief is in sight for families after the State Government announced it would be providing more opportunities for children to be active and socially connected through the expansion of the Sports Vouchers program.


Under the refreshed program name ‘Sports Vouchers Plus’, children from Reception to Year 9 are now eligible to receive double the support through two $100 sports vouchers per calendar year.


For the first time, music lessons and active recreation will also be incorporated in the program, in another move by the State Government which will get young people engaged in the community and away from screens.


The expansion of the new Sports Vouchers Plus was announced in the 2024-25 State Budget, where $54.6m will be invested over four years to deliver this initiative.


Sports vouchers have continued to evolve since they were first launched in 2015 and over the past decade the offering has extended to provide subsidies for dance, learn-to-swim programs, Scouts and Guides.


In 2024, sports vouchers enjoyed its most successful year to date with a record number of more than 95,000 vouchers claimed over 12 months.


Since its inception, more than 697,000 vouchers have been claimed, providing $58.85m to South Australian families to put towards eligible activities.


Families can claim their Sports Vouchers via www.sportsvouchers.sa.gov.au