The State Government is boosting funding for new and improved community facilities across the City of Casey, in a move set to create jobs and support local businesses as the community rebuilds after the coronavirus crisis.
Narre Warren South MP Gary Maas announced on Tuesday 9 June that applications are now open for local projects to improve community access to vital services thanks to a major $25 million expansion of the Growing Suburbs Fund.
The new funding will bring forward new and upgraded facilities including libraries, local parks, playgrounds, community centres and sporting facilities.
Anyone with a relevant local project that could be eligible for funding is urged to speak to Casey Council, as applications for the funding must be made by the council.
The expanded Fund will drive jobs and investment across outer Melbourne and inner regional areas hit hard by restrictions put in place to slow the spread of coronavirus.
Since its establishment in 2015, the Growing Suburbs Fund has facilitated $665.7 million in local facilities, created more than 6,750 jobs and supported 193 projects.
The Fund has already invested more than $30 million into the Casey area for 18 different projects including the new pavilion facilities at Sweeney Reserve.
The new pavilion now has four unisex change rooms; two unisex referee rooms with partitions; a multi-purpose community room; public toilets with an accessible toilet and shower; a kitchen; storeroom; undercover spectator area and car parking.
“As part of Melbourne’s growth corridor, investment in local facilities is so important to ensure our communities feel connected and supported,” Mr Maas said.
Councils can apply at www.localgovernment.vic.gov.au/grants/growing-suburbs-fund
