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Cowwarr Recreation Reserve Committee and Golden and Paradise Beach Association share in $18,000 grant

Darren Chester announces two Gippsland community groups receive funding from the Foundation for Regional & Rural Renewal for local priority projects. Seven Gippsland groups receive $74,560 in total.

By news@gippsland - 28th April 2023 - Back to News

Two local community groups have received funding from the Foundation for Regional & Rural Renewal for projects that benefit the region and community. Local MP Darren Chester said the Foundation for Region & Rural Renewal had awarded grants to seven Gippsland groups through the Strengthening Rural Communities (SRC) Program. "Grants of up to $10,000 were awarded to groups to help with local priority projects, disaster recovery and also recovery from the COVID 19 pandemic."

Darren Chester announces Gippsland groups get funding for local priority projects, totaling $74,560 from Foundation for Regional & Rural Renewal

Funds benefit communities

Mr Chester said, "Cowwarr Recreation Reserve Committee of Management and Golden and Paradise Beach Ratepayers and Residents' Association will share almost $18,000 in funding. Cowwarr Recreation Reserve received $9,624 to purchase a storage shed to support the capacity of volunteers and maintain a community space."

"Golden and Paradise Beach Ratepayers and Residents' Association received $8,336 to upgrade community toilet facilities at the tourist park and provide all-abilities facilities for locals and visitors. These projects will make a real difference to both communities and ensure facilities are suitable for all users and volunteers," Mr Chester said.

FRRR supports communities

Mr Chester said Gippsland received $74,560 in grants throughout the electorate. "The FRRR receives funding from a range of sources including the federal government to directly support our regional and rural communities. It is fantastic to see so many local projects receiving support and improving facilities for the community now and into the future."

Gippsland groups to also receive funding include Budgeree Hall Reserve Committee, Morwell Historical Society, Net Gen Theatrical, East Gippsland Festivals and Raymond Island Community Association.

Pictures from Wellington Shire Council website.

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