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The Nationals member for Lowan and Minister for Sport and Recreation Hugh Delahunty said the 2014/2015 Community Facility Funding Program (CFFP) is now open for applications.

“The CFFP provides funding for a broad range of sport and recreation project and the new round of the CFFP open and encouraged clubs in the Lowan electorate to contact their local council to discuss their project proposals to be able to access funds,” Mr Delahunty said.

“A key objective of the Victorian Coalition Government is to develop healthy and active communities while supporting local economic activity initiatives.  To achieve this goal, we need quality local infrastructure that encourages local people to participate in physical activity,” Mr Delahunty said.

The CFFP provides grants for planning and building new and improved facilities where communities meet, interact and participate in sport and recreation. Only Local Government
Authorities are eligible to apply directly for funding however local clubs are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest Form for Community Organisations to their Council to register their interest in obtaining support.

CFFP funding is available under six categories:

· Better Pools – grants of up to $3 million to build new or upgrade existing aquatic centres.
· Major Facilities – grants of up to $650,000 to develop or upgrade major sport and recreation facilities.
· Seasonal Pools – grants of up to $200,000 to upgrade seasonal pools in rural, regional and outer metropolitan locations.
· Minor Facilities – grants of up to $100,000 to develop or upgrade local sport and recreation facilities.
· Soccer Facilities – grants totalling $100,000 for up to two projects are available to upgrade existing and construct new facilities.
· Planning – grants to fund initiatives that assess the future sport and recreation facility needs of local and regional communities.

“We are proud to continue extending our support for soccer in this round with the continuation of the Soccer Facilities category, which was introduced last funding round,” Mr Delahunty said.

“These are just some of the ways we are working with stakeholders and Victorians to deliver on our strategy to grow the economy, build infrastructure and contribute to the health and wellbeing of the State.”

“As well as the health and sporting benefits created through the CFFP, we are also helping to stimulate local economies and create jobs throughout the construction and management of facilities,” Mr Delahunty said.

For more information about the Community Facility Funding Program, please visit www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/sport/sport-facilities/community-facilities

The Nationals Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty has congratulated the Friends of Yatmerone, the Lake Bolac Eel Festival and St Brigid’s College on receiving a 2013 Healthy Parks Healthy People community grant from the Victorian Coalition Government.
“The Healthy Parks Healthy People grants program primarily focuses on areas of park management including environmental protection, developing recreation facilities, heritage, community awareness and disability and multicultural access and aims to improve the health of Victoria’s parks and the health of volunteers and visitors who contribute to and visit them,” Mr Delahunty said.
The Friends of Yatmerone have received $1,200 for their revegetation of Yatmerone Swamp Wildlife Reserve which is for weed removal and to maintain areas of previous revegetation.
The Lake Bolac Eel Festival will receive $2,000 for its “Parks Victoria Festival Marquee and Stage” project which will be the focal point for the festival which celebrates indigenous culture, art and music and highlights environmental issues in the Lake Bolac Catchment.
St Brigid’s College Horsham received $2,500 for the rehabilitation of Stapleton Campground in the Grampians Nationals Park.  This project will see the installation of fencing to prevent the expanding impact of campers, the relocation of plants from old plantations near the campground and the removal of Sallow Wattle.
 “These projects are among 120 across the state that will share in $381,000 of Coalition Government funding aimed at supporting the work of volunteers in parks and reserves across the state,” Mr Delahunty said.
“The Healthy Parks Healthy People community grants program is an example of the Coalition Government’s commitment to fostering environmental partnerships and supporting practical on-the-ground activities.”
Minister for Environment and Climate Change Ryan Smith said the Coalition Government’s environmental action plan, known as Environmental Partnerships was based on the fundamental principle of building strong partnerships between government, communities and business to maintain a healthy environment.

The Nationals member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty said Horsham’s racecourse now has an extra safety feature thanks to funding assistance from the Victorian Coalition government.
Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty said new gates have been installed at the float car park preventing a situation where horses might escape onto a public street.
“Previously, there was no automatic operating gate that would prevent horses escaping onto Bennett Road, exposing employees and the public to safety risks,” Mr Delahunty said.
“The new gates will have motion sensors that allow for the automatic close of the gate when following entry or exit by racing personnel on racing and training days”.
“The gates have now been given the tick of approval by Worksafe and will be a much valued addition to the racecourse,” he said.
The Horsham racecourse is a dual code track shared between the Horsham and District Harness Racing Club (HDHRC) and the Horsham and District Racing Cub.  The racecourse hosts 14 race meetings annually (eleven harness and three thoroughbred meetings).
More than 50 thoroughbred race horses are also trained at the venue on a daily basis.
Horsham and District Harness Racing Club President Justin Lane welcomed the funding for the new gates.
“The installation of these automated gates at Horsham will not only prevent the risk of horses entering a public road space but will also facilitate greater traffic management of the space for vehicles as they enter and exit the area.”
“The contribution from the Victorian Racing Industry Fund is greatly appreciated by Harness Racing Victoria, the club and local participants,” he said.
Costs for the project have been shared with the Victorian government providing $5,000 and Harness Racing Victorian and the HDHRC each contributing $2,850.
Dr Napthine said the Victorian Government was a strong supporter of country racing and was committed to assisting country racing clubs with infrastructure and patron facilities.
“It is vital to foster growth in the racing industry which is worth $729 million to the State’s rural and regional economy and employs 27,000 country Victorians.  Racing in the Wimmera region alone generates in excess of $34 million in economic benefits per annum,” Dr Napthine said.
“The Victorian Government’s $79.5 million Victorian Racing Industry Fund is dedicated to growing these economic benefits by improving racing facilities across Victoria,” he said.

The Nationals member for Lowan and Minister for Sport and Recreation Hugh Delahunty said a number of sporting clubs in western Victoria can look forward to a share in more than $325,000 worth of Victorian Government funding towards rejuvenating their club colours courtesy of the Sporting Uniform Grants Program.
“Eight sporting clubs in the Southern Grampians region are some of 337 clubs to receive a grant as part of the latest funding from the latest round of the popular program,” Mr Delahunty said.

“Most sporting competitions simply won’t allow you on the park without a proper uniform,” Mr Delahunty said.

Mr Delahunty said it was pleasing to see the following sporting clubs were successful in receiving a Sporting Uniform Grant:

CLUB AMOUNT
Dunkeld Bowling Club $1,000
Grangeburn Bowling club $1,000
Hamilton Bowling Club $1,000
Hamilton Football Netball Club $1,000

 “The Sporting Uniform Grants not only provides a boost for the club, but ensures more members of the community, whatever their skill level or background, get the chance to represent the club and join in the fun.”

“More importantly, through the Program we’re removing a crucial barrier and increasing participation which is a key priority for the Victorian Government,” Mr Delahunty said.

“As Minister for Sport and Recreation I want to see more people more active more often and these grants go a long way towards boosting team morale, connecting communities and can play an integral role in motivating people.

“Team uniforms are more than just colours; they represent local sporting traditions and community pride, that is why we are proud to deliver the Sporting Uniform Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.

For more information about the Sporting Uniform Grants Program visit www.sport.vic.gov.au

 

The Nationals member for Lowan and Minister for Sport and Recreation Hugh Delahunty said the Nhill Golf Club can look forward to a share in more than $325,000 worth of Victorian Government funding towards rejuvenating their club colours courtesy of the Sporting Uniform Grants Program.
“The Nhill Golf Club is one of 337 clubs to receive a grant as part of the latest funding from the latest round of the popular program,” Mr Delahunty said.

“Most sporting competitions simply won’t allow you on the park without a proper uniform,” Mr Delahunty said.

 “The Nhill Golf Club will receive $1,000, which not only provides a boost for the club, but ensures more members of the community, whatever their skill level or background, get the chance to represent the club and join in the fun.”

“More importantly, through the Program we’re removing a crucial barrier and increasing participation which is a key priority for the Victorian Government,” Mr Delahunty said.

“As Minister for Sport and Recreation I want to see more people more active more often and these grants go a long way towards boosting team morale, connecting communities and can play an integral role in motivating people.

“Team uniforms are more than just colours; they represent local sporting traditions and
community pride, that is why we are proud to deliver the Sporting Uniform Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.

For more information about the Sporting Uniform Grants Program visit www.sport.vic.gov.au

The Nationals member for Lowan and Minister for Sport and Recreation Hugh Delahunty said the Jeparit Tennis Club can look forward to a share in more than $325,000 worth of Victorian Government funding towards rejuvenating their club colours courtesy of the Sporting Uniform Grants Program.
“The Jeparit Tennis Club is one of 337 clubs to receive a grant as part of the latest funding from the latest round of the popular program,” Mr Delahunty said.

“Most sporting competitions simply won’t allow you on the park without a proper uniform,” Mr Delahunty said.

 “The Jeparit Tennis Club will receive $1,000, which not only provides a boost for the club, but ensures more members of the community, whatever their skill level or background, get the chance to represent the club and join in the fun.”

“More importantly, through the Program we’re removing a crucial barrier and increasing participation which is a key priority for the Victorian Government,” Mr Delahunty said.

“As Minister for Sport and Recreation I want to see more people more active more often and these grants go a long way towards boosting team morale, connecting communities and can play an integral role in motivating people.

“Team uniforms are more than just colours; they represent local sporting traditions and
community pride, that is why we are proud to deliver the Sporting Uniform Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.

For more information about the Sporting Uniform Grants Program visit www.sport.vic.gov.au

 

The Nationals member for Lowan and Minister for Sport and Recreation Hugh Delahunty said a number of sporting clubs in Horsham can look forward to a share in more than $325,000 worth of Victorian Government funding towards rejuvenating their club colours courtesy of the Sporting Uniform Grants Program.
“Eight sporting clubs in the Horsham region are some of 337 clubs to receive a grant as part of the latest funding from the latest round of the popular program,” Mr Delahunty said.

“Most sporting competitions simply won’t allow you on the park without a proper uniform,” Mr Delahunty said.

Mr Delahunty said it was pleasing to see the following sporting clubs were successful in receiving a Sporting Uniform Grant:

CLUB AMOUNT
Bowls Wimmera division $1,000
Horsham City Rowing Club $480
Horsham Colts Cricket Club  $980
Horsham Little Athletics Centre $1,000
Horsham United Football and Netball Club $1,000
Laharum Tennis Club $971
Wimmera Roller Derby League $1,000
Taylors Lake Football and Netball Club $1,000

 “The Sporting Uniform Grants not only provides a boost for the club, but ensures more members of the community, whatever their skill level or background, get the chance to represent the club and join in the fun.”

“More importantly, through the Program we’re removing a crucial barrier and increasing participation which is a key priority for the Victorian Government,” Mr Delahunty said.

“As Minister for Sport and Recreation I want to see more people more active more often and these grants go a long way towards boosting team morale, connecting communities and can play an integral role in motivating people.

“Team uniforms are more than just colours; they represent local sporting traditions and community pride, that is why we are proud to deliver the Sporting Uniform Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.

For more information about the Sporting Uniform Grants Program visit www.sport.vic.gov.au

The Nationals member for Lowan and Minister for Sport and Recreation Hugh Delahunty said the Edenhope Adult Riding Club can look forward to a share in more than $325,000 worth of Victorian Government funding towards rejuvenating their club colours courtesy of the Sporting Uniform Grants Program.
“The Edenhope Adult Riding Club is one of 337 clubs to receive a grant as part of the latest funding from the latest round of the popular program,” Mr Delahunty said.

“Most sporting competitions simply won’t allow you on the park without a proper uniform,” Mr Delahunty said.

 “The Edenhope Adult Riding Club will receive $600, which not only provides a boost for the club, but ensures more members of the community, whatever their skill level or background, get the chance to represent the club and join in the fun.”

“More importantly, through the Program we’re removing a crucial barrier and increasing participation which is a key priority for the Victorian Government,” Mr Delahunty said.

“As Minister for Sport and Recreation I want to see more people more active more often and these grants go a long way towards boosting team morale, connecting communities and can play an integral role in motivating people.

“Team uniforms are more than just colours; they represent local sporting traditions and
community pride, that is why we are proud to deliver the Sporting Uniform Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.

For more information about the Sporting Uniform Grants Program visit www.sport.vic.gov.au

 

The Nationals member for Lowan and Minister for Sport and Recreation Hugh Delahunty said the Dimboola Tennis Club can look forward to a share in more than $325,000 worth of Victorian Government funding towards rejuvenating their club colours courtesy of the Sporting Uniform Grants Program.
“The Dimboola Tennis Club is one of 337 clubs to receive a grant as part of the latest funding from the latest round of the popular program,” Mr Delahunty said.

“Most sporting competitions simply won’t allow you on the park without a proper uniform,” Mr Delahunty said.

 “The Dimboola Tennis Club will receive $500, which not only provides a boost for the club, but ensures more members of the community, whatever their skill level or background, get the chance to represent the club and join in the fun.”

“More importantly, through the Program we’re removing a crucial barrier and increasing participation which is a key priority for the Victorian Government,” Mr Delahunty said.

“As Minister for Sport and Recreation I want to see more people more active more often and these grants go a long way towards boosting team morale, connecting communities and can play an integral role in motivating people.

“Team uniforms are more than just colours; they represent local sporting traditions and
community pride, that is why we are proud to deliver the Sporting Uniform Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.

For more information about the Sporting Uniform Grants Program visit www.sport.vic.gov.au

 

The Nationals member for Lowan and Minister for Sport and Recreation Hugh Delahunty said the Lake Bolac and District Bowling Club can look forward to a share in more than $325,000 worth of Victorian Government funding towards rejuvenating their club colours courtesy of the Sporting Uniform Grants Program.

“The Lake Bolac and District Bowling Club is one of 337 clubs to receive a grant as part of the latest funding from the latest round of the popular program,” Mr Delahunty said.

“Most sporting competitions simply won’t allow you on the park without a proper uniform,” Mr Delahunty said.

 “The Lake Bolac and District Bowling Club will receive $1,000, which not only provides a boost for the club, but ensures more members of the community, whatever their skill level or background, get the chance to represent the club and join in the fun.”

“More importantly, through the Program we’re removing a crucial barrier and increasing participation which is a key priority for the Victorian Government,” Mr Delahunty said.

“As Minister for Sport and Recreation I want to see more people more active more often and these grants go a long way towards boosting team morale, connecting communities and can play an integral role in motivating people.

“Team uniforms are more than just colours; they represent local sporting traditions and
community pride, that is why we are proud to deliver the Sporting Uniform Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.

For more information about the Sporting Uniform Grants Program visit www.sport.vic.gov.au