Twenty community and sporting groups across the Western Downs will share in a massive investment to improve their club infrastructure as part of Council’s COVID-19 Recovery Package.
More than $645,000 has been allocated to the 20 organisations, securing and creating jobs and stimulating growth across a range of the region’s vital organisations. Western Downs Regional Council Mayor Paul McVeigh says the Community Infrastructure Program will give a huge leg up to community groups looking to improve their offerings to residents.
“Our COVID-19 Recovery Package was designed to give certainty to the local economy and offer targeted support to where it’s most needed and we’re continuing our work investing in the region by delivering this one-off grant program,” Cr McVeigh said. “It is fantastic Council is able to partner with these groups to kickstart a range of exciting projects for the region, all of which are expected to be completed by the end of 2021.”
Club Representative Ken Brown said the Infrastructure Grant made it possible for the group in partnership with WDRC, to make a real difference and improve facilities in the area. “This goes beyond the needs of our Club, this is about improving facilities for the whole community to use, which will be invaluable in attracting more events to the town and getting residents involved,” Mr Brown said.
Chinchilla Family Support Centre Inc. Manager Mrs Louise Judge said she was also delighted to be partnering with Council to deliver a major upgrade of the Chinchilla Community Centre. “This funding will assist us to deliver a brand-new building and office spaces at our facility which will increase our ability to support the community, particularly those who are vulnerable or disadvantaged,” Mrs Judge said.
“We can’t wait to get started on this exciting project which is going to make a huge difference in the Chinchilla community.”
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