Heartbeat of Sport

07/08/2026

Be quick as this lifesaving program goes quickly....congrats Office of Sport Steve Kamper

Applications are now open for the Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program.

The Office of Sport is providing up to $500,000 to help community sporting organisations purchase, maintain and provide training for automated external defibrillators (AEDs).

Since 2017, the Program has supported the installation of more than 2,500 AEDs at community sport and recreation facilities across NSW, helping improve participant safety and emergency preparedness.

This year, all funded AEDs will be registered on the GoodSAM AED Registry, strengthening emergency response capabilities and public access to life-saving equipment.

📅 Applications close 7 October 2026, or earlier if funding is exhausted.

🔗 Learn more via the NSW Grant and Funding Finder: http://srkr.io/6181BzEU

01/08/2026

💙 GET FIT. GIVE BACK. FEEL GREAT! ❤️

We’re excited to be part of BlueFit Group’s campaign!

Join BlueFit Health Club at —or any another participating location—through its special six-month membership offer and nominate Heartbeat of Football Foundation Limited when you sign up. BlueFit will donate $100 directly to us on your behalf - too easy! Head to

It’s the perfect motivation to get active, build healthier habits and feel fitter and stronger ahead of summer—while helping your community at the same time.

Every dollar raised will help us deliver more lifesaving programs to communities supporting this initiative.

Support your health. Support your community. Let’s get moving! 💪❤️



Participating locations
· Hurstville Aquatic and Leisure Centre – NSW [https://hurstvilleaquatic.com.au/promo/]
· Lane Cove Aquatic and Leisure Centre – NSW [https://www.lanecoveaquatic.com.au/promo]
· Sans Souci Aquatic Centre – NSW [https://sanssouciaquatic.com.au/promo/]
· Eumundi Aquatic Centre – QLD [https://sunshinecoastactive.com.au/promo/]
· Windy Hill Fitness Centre, Essendon – VIC [https://www.windyhill.com.au/promo]
· BayFit Leisure Centre, Altona – VIC [https://bayfit.com.au/promo/]
· Laverton Swim & Fitness – VIC [https://lavertonaquatic.com.au/promo/]
· Aquadome, Elizabeth – SA [https://playfordaquadome.com.au/promo/]
· Salisbury Aquatic Centre – SA [https://salisburyaquaticcentre.com.au/promo/]
· Fleurieu Aquatic Centre – SA [https://www.fleurieuaquatic.com.au/promo]

31/07/2026

💙 GET FIT. GIVE BACK. FEEL GREAT! ❤️

We’re excited to be part of BlueFit Group’s campaign!

Join BlueFit Health Club at Hurstville Aquatic Leisure Centre —or any another participating location—through its special six-month membership offer and nominate Heartbeat of Football Foundation Limited when you sign up. BlueFit will donate $100 directly to us on your behalf - too easy! Head to links below

It’s the perfect motivation to get active, build healthier habits and feel fitter and stronger ahead of summer—while helping your community at the same time.

Every dollar raised will help us deliver more lifesaving programs to communities supporting this initiative.

Support your health. Support your community. Let’s get moving! 💪❤️



Participating locations
· Hurstville Aquatic and Leisure Centre – NSW [https://hurstvilleaquatic.com.au/promo/]
· Lane Cove Aquatic and Leisure Centre – NSW [https://www.lanecoveaquatic.com.au/promo]
· Sans Souci Aquatic Centre – NSW [https://sanssouciaquatic.com.au/promo/]
· Eumundi Aquatic Centre – QLD [https://sunshinecoastactive.com.au/promo/]
· Windy Hill Fitness Centre, Essendon – VIC [https://www.windyhill.com.au/promo]
· BayFit Leisure Centre, Altona – VIC [https://bayfit.com.au/promo/]
· Laverton Swim & Fitness – VIC [https://lavertonaquatic.com.au/promo/]
· Aquadome, Elizabeth – SA [https://playfordaquadome.com.au/promo/]
· Salisbury Aquatic Centre – SA [https://salisburyaquaticcentre.com.au/promo/]
· Fleurieu Aquatic Centre – SA [https://www.fleurieuaquatic.com.au/promo]

24/07/2026

Thank you Ryde-Eastwood Leagues love it.

More and more Leagues Clubs Australia member clubs are supporting the initative.

Heartbeat of Football

Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club is proud to support Heartbeat of the Community, bringing FREE heart health checks to our local community. Take a few minutes to check your heart health with qualified professionals, no appointment required.

Friday, 31 July 2026
2:00pm – 6:00pm
117 Ryedale Road, West Ryde NSW 2114

Your heart health matters. We encourage all community members to take advantage of this free initiative ❤️

22/07/2026

Important...

𝗕𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗨𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗬: 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗕 𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗔 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘
In sport, we prepare for everything - training, game day, teamwork, and safety. But one of the most important safety steps is often overlooked: making sure your club is rescue ready.

𝗦𝘂𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗰 𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 is one of the leading causes of death in sport, yet survival rates can soar to up to 70% when an AED is used within the first few minutes. That means your club’s defibrillator isn’t just equipment - it’s a lifesaving asset.

But here’s the catch:
𝗔𝗻 𝗔𝗘𝗗 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗶𝗳 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀.
That’s why Heartbeat of Football, supported by the NSW Office of Sport, is urging all clubs to register their AEDs. When you do, NSW Ambulance and GoodSAM responders can quickly guide bystanders to its exact location in an emergency — giving someone their best chance of survival.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆:
• Register your AED - https://forms.gle/mwqC7UdioYz2cEu1A
• Make sure it’s visible, accessible, and ready for use
• Share the location with your members
• Build a safer community around your sport
Being rescue ready isn’t difficult - but it makes all the difference.
Take a few minutes today to register your AED and help protect the people who make your club what it is.

𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗧 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗔𝗡 𝗔𝗘𝗗? Clubs in the footprint have an opportunity to be considered to receive a 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 our Partner Football NSW who are giving away devices as part of their partnership with Toyota and St John's. And to continue raising much needed funds for clubs without defibs or replacement parts for expiring defibs (like batteries or pads) please buy a ticket in the 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲, where for $5 you could win a car and potentially help save a life.

More details can be found here - https://footballnsw.com.au/club-hub/every-beat-matters/

Other sports and locations ask your local club or sponsor or MP for funding support to get an AED.

Leagues Clubs Australia Your local club Carly’s Helping Hearts Community First Responders Australia Staying Alive Health

19/06/2026

A big day made possible by Leagues Clubs Australia thank you

🏉 Licensed Clubs Round kicks off tomorrow!

Licensed clubs play a vital role in supporting rugby league communities across New South Wales and Australia. From funding grassroots initiatives and supporting player pathways, to investing in facilities, equipment and the growth of the women's game, clubs continue to make a lasting contribution to the sport.

Tomorrow, we'll celebrate that contribution at the Leagues Clubs Australia Ron Massey Cup Magic Round at St Mary's Leagues Stadium.

With five games on the schedule from 11am, it's a great opportunity to get along, enjoy some quality footy and recognise the important role clubs play in helping the game thrive.

The celebrations extend beyond New South Wales, with Queensland Rugby League also recognising Licensed Clubs Round across this weekend's Hostplus Cup and BMD Premiership fixtures. Together, licensed clubs contribute millions of dollars each year to support grassroots rugby league, community programs and opportunities for players of all ages and abilities.

As part of the weekend, Leagues Clubs Australia will also partner with Heartbeat of Sport to deliver free heart and blood pressure checks for supporters attending the Dolphins v Ipswich Jets match at Kayo Stadium on Sunday.



St Marys Rugby League Club Heartbeat of Sport New South Wales Rugby League QRL - Queensland Rugby League

14/06/2026

It's and we are supporting in raising awareness of both Hypercholesterolaemia (FH) and elevated Lp(a), which are inherited high cholesterol conditions and are typically invisible, affecting even those who are otherwise fit and healthy.

Early detection can make all the difference.

Ask your GP about testing. It could help you and the men in your life stay in the game longer.

Learn more about FH and elevated Lp(a): https://fhaustralia.org.au/

Heart Foundation

05/06/2026

There still time to sign up and make a difference...6 weekens to activate, c'mon and #𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗜𝘁𝗥𝗲𝗱

12/05/2026

Heartstream 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 #𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗜𝘁𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲-𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀

We’re proud to announce Heartstream Australia as the Official Sponsor of 2026 ❤️

This partnership marks a powerful step forward in our mission to raise awareness of sudden cardiac arrest and empower communities with the tools to save lives.

Read more - https://makeitred.org/makeitred-2026/posts/heartstream-australia-shows-some-heart-for-makeitred

With Heartstream Australia’s support, will continue to grow across sporting clubs and community groups nationwide—driving education, increasing access to AEDs, and encouraging more Australians to learn CPR.

Together, we’re turning awareness into action.

🔴 Join the movement.
🔴 Sign up your club.
🔴 Help us save lives.

Sign up today - https://makeitred.org/ and your club could win one of 3 AEDs.

23/04/2026

In 2026, the campaign continues to grow as a powerful national movement, uniting sporting clubs and community groups around one simple but life-saving idea: awareness leads to action. Sign up today to support Aussie Hearts - https://makeitred.org/signup
Every year, thousands of Australians are impacted by sudden cardiac arrest—often without warning and often in community settings like local sports grounds. exists to change that. By turning clubs and communities “red” for heart health, the campaign sparks conversations, increases visibility, and most importantly, drives education around CPR and AED access.

What makes so impactful is its simplicity. A splash of red—on jerseys, socks, armbands, or social media—becomes a symbol of solidarity and a reminder that anyone, anywhere, can play a role in saving a life. It transforms game day into something bigger than sport; it becomes a platform for awareness, preparedness, and community connection.

For sporting clubs and community groups, signing up to in 2026 is more than just participation—it’s leadership. It shows a commitment to player welfare, to families on the sidelines, and to the broader community. It sends a clear message: “We are ready. We care. We take heart health seriously.”

And the ripple effect is real. One activation can lead to a new AED installed. One conversation can lead to someone learning CPR. One moment can save a life.

In 2026, isn’t just a campaign—it’s a movement every club and community group can be proud to stand behind.

🙏💓🎈🫰💪