By DANE LILLINGSTONE
FEDERAL Member for Maranoa Bruce Scott says the time is now to apply for a new grants program for bush communities.
The government’s new Stronger Communities Program is expected to deliver $150,000 per year, for two years, to fund small capital projects in the Maranoa electorate.
“I have long fought for better infrastructure in the bush and this new Stronger Communities Program will deliver not only infrastructure but also social benefits to Maranoa communities,” Mr Scott said.
“This is an exciting opportunity for local communities to work with me to identify potential projects which will contribute to our region’s long-term vibrancy and viability.
“I encourage not-for-profit organisations to contact my Roma office and submit an expression of interest for funding by September 10.”
Mr Scott said people will be able to apply for up to $20,000 in funding.
“Funding will be available, through a competitive application process, for funding of at least $5000 and up to a maximum of $20,000 and must provide matching cash or in-kind funding on at least a dollar for dollar basis,” he said.
“I’ve established a community consultation committee – with a member from each corner of the Maranoa – to evaluate and identify priority projects to ensure this funding delivers the best possible outcomes for our community.”
The applications for grant funding will be assessed against the program guidelines by the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development to ensure the viability and sustainable of the proposed projects. For more information on the Stronger Communities Program, visit www.infrastructure.gov.au/SCP.
Expressions of interest should be emailed to bruce.scott.mp@aph.gov.au by September 10. For more information you can call Mr Scott’s Roma office on 1300 787 299.
