Inverell’s Ngarabal Aboriginal Corporation is getting a $270,100 upgrade thanks the latest round of Infrastructure Grants from the State Government.
The funds will go towards improvements to the gym facility to provide year-round boxing, martial arts and self defence programs for youth at risk.
“I’m pleased to see this round of Infrastructure Grants go to many worthy groups who work hard for their communities across the state.” said Minister for Gaming and Racing David Harris.
“I am impressed by the many and varied ways organisations are working to benefit their communities.”
The grant is part of a $6.4 million funding pathway by ClubGRANTS Category 3, which directs profits from registered clubs’ gaming machines into community projects, while clubs receive a tax concession in return.
The grants support local community projects across four categories: sport and recreation, disaster readiness, community infrastructure, and arts and culture.
Other key projects supported in this latest funding round include:
- $200,000 to Tumbarumba Equine Club near the Snowy Mountains for roofing, power, lighting, water troughs and an additional disaster evacuation stock holding area for large animals
- $51,600 to Wagga Wagga Art Gallery for new exhibition spaces, a print workshop, expanded storage and improved environmental and safety equipment
- $55,300 to Western Suburbs Lawn Tennis Association in Ashfield to install new lighting to two synthetic tennis courts
- $70,000 to Parkes Musical & Dramatic Society for an upgrade of digital microphones
- $187,600 to Marine Rescue Cottage Point on Sydney’s Northern Beaches to replace engines and electronics on two rescue vessels
- $50,000 to Margaret House Refuge in Young for refurbishment of a cottage that provides a safe and welcoming environment for women and children fleeing domestic violence and/or experiencing homelessness.
For the complete list of Infrastructure Grants Program recipients, visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/clubgrants-category-3-fund
Applications for the next round of Infrastructure Grants are open until Monday 25 November. For more information visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/clubgrants-category-3-fund.
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