Federal Member for Bendigo, Lisa Chesters will host an official event today for 12 Central Victorian community groups, to formally announce successful Stronger Communities grant applications.
“The Stronger Communities programme is an exciting opportunity for our invaluable community organisations and offers support to regional infrastructure, programs and events.” Chesters said.
The organisations will receive a share in $150 000 of Federal Government funding which will go towards a range of upgrades and additions to vital organisations across Central Victoria, often benefiting the wider community.
“There really is a shortfall in funding available in our communities for small capital works projects, so this funding announcement is particularly exciting for Central Victorians.” Chesters said.
“It's vital that our Government demonstrate strong commitment to supporting regional infrastructure, programs and events.”
List of recipients:
|
ORGANISATION |
PURPOSE |
GRANT AMOUNT |
|
Righteous Pups Australia Inc |
Upgrade electrical facilities (computers etc) |
$12 990 |
|
Bendigo Diocesan Trusts Corporation (Saltworks) |
Upgrade toilets to meet needs of those with a disability |
$18 181 |
|
Kyneton FNC |
Upgrade kitchen |
$13 636 |
|
Heathcote Community Children’s Services Association (Bunbunarik) |
Retention/water tank system Solar energy system |
$3 181 $11 000 |
|
Bendigo Discovery Science and Technology Museum |
New mathematics exhibition |
$9 090 |
|
Castlemaine Historical Society |
Archival storage facility |
$15 000 |
|
Eaglehawk Community House |
Open café |
$20 000 |
|
Woodturners Bendigo |
Portable sawmill |
$5 800 |
|
Maldon RSL Sub Branch |
Kitchen replacement |
$10 504 |
|
Cornerstone Community (Church on the Hill |
Replace roof space |
$18 181 |
|
Bendigo Legacy Club |
Heating/air con at Legacy House |
$6 818 |
|
Castlemaine Mens Shed |
Building of unisex toilet and welding bay |
$2 725 |