Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington, has congratulated 23 Nanango Electorate community groups who’ve been successful with their applications in the latest rounds of the ‘Gambling Community Benefit Fund’ and the ‘Caring for our Community’ Grants.
Mrs Frecklington said it’s fantastic to see the groups rewarded for their hard work and she is looking forward to seeing the results of the funding over the coming months.
“It’s always so exciting to see our local clubs and schools submit successful applications. Their success is thoroughly deserved as they put so much back into our communities,” Mrs Frecklington said.
The successful groups through the Gambling Community Benefit include:
- Kingaroy Golf Club - $17,626 to install a new storage shed
- Nanango Scouts - $12,190 to refurbish their kitchen
- South Burnett Pony Clubs Assoc - $27,040 to purchase a trailer and equipment
- Taabinga SS - $31,818 to purchase musical instruments
- South Burnett Karate Assoc - $6,090 to purchase equipment
- South Burnett Pistol Club - $35,000 to build an enclosed air arms range
- Nanango Arts Network Alliance - $4,832 to purchase a photocopier
- Pathway 2 Hope - $11,200 to purchase a storage container & equipment
- Yarraman Bowls Club - $28,984 to upgrade their facilities
- Crows Nest Arts Council - $13,867 to purchase a mobile lift
- Kulpi Primary School P&C - $4,739 to host their Centenary event in August 2015
- Brymaroo Rodeo Campdraft Cttee - $30,909 to install amenities
- Yarraman Bowls Club - $28,984 to upgrade the facilities
- Haden Primary School P&C - $7,025 to implement a kitchen garden program
- Esk Scout Group - $27,123 to upgrade their facilities
- Atkinson Scout Group - $31,407 to construct a storage shed
The groups receiving funds through the Caring for our community grant include:
- Bunya Mountains & District Amateur Radio Club - $2,100 for the purchase of a VHF/Uhf radio, repeater and batteries
- Nanango Scouts - $3,960 for the purchase of building materials to replace their damaged ceiling
- Goombungee-Haden Show Society - $4,995 to purchase hot and cold bain maries,
chairs and park settings
- Rosalie North Landcare Group - $1,200 to purchase weed spraying pump and engines
- Toogoolawah RSL - $2,827 to purchase vinyl floor covering
- Luke’s Place Esk - $1,398 to purchase a dishwasher
- Coominya Public Hall - $4,200 to purchase marquees, tables and chairs
- Esk Girl Guides - $2,956 to purchase kitchen preparation and storage areas, camping fridge and equipment.
“The next round of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund closes on 31 May. I encourage all local groups, however big or small, to consider making an application if they have a project they’d like to see come to fruition,” Deb said.
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