"The Women's World Cup has changed sport in Australia forever and it's also helped to change the country forever."
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made the announcement after record-breaking support for the side united the nation ahead of their"The Women's World Cup has changed sport in Australia forever and it's also helped to change the country forever," Albanese said.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces Australian girls sport will get $200 million in funding after the captivating success of the Matildas in the FIFA Women's World Cup.
The announcement includes the establishment of a panel including a former Matilda, Australian basketballer Lauren Jackson and Australian netballer Liz Ellis. "It is about learning from women as well with real-world experience navigating community sport right up to the professional level to make sure that we get this right."
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