Federal Member for Nicholls, Sam Birrell, has welcomed the announcement of Federal Funding available to local organisations to support projects which remember veterans and their families.
Mr Birrell said the funding will assist local people to create meaningful projects that honour our heroic service men and women.
“I want to thank and acknowledge these groups for their time and efforts which have gone into making many important projects a reality,” Mr Birrell said.
“Local project help educate locals and visitors for decades to come about the service and sacrifices of local war heroes and their families. It’s important these groups are supported to ensure veterans have a lasting legacy in our regional communities.”
Mr Birrell added that he looked forward to seeing local projects develop and encouraged other community groups wanting support for similar projects to apply for the next round of grant funding.
“Two grant opportunities are available and include up to $10,000 for local community projects and activities and up to $150,000 for major commemorative projects,” Mr Birrell said.
The funding supports groups and individuals to promote appreciation and understanding of the experiences of service, the roles that those who served have played and to preserve or provide access to information about Australia’s wartime heritage.
For more information visit www.grants.gov.au. Applications for the next round of grants close June 20.
