Published Thursday, 08 February, 2007 at 10:19 AM
JOINT STATEMENT
Premier and Minister for Trade
The Honourable Peter Beattie
Minister for Local Government, Planning and Sport
The Honourable Andrew Fraser
FUNDING BOOST FOR 150th CELEBRATIONS
LONGREACH, Ilfracombe, Barcardine, Aramac, Barcoo and Winton Shires will all receive funds from the Queensland Government to develop projects to mark Queensland’s 150th birthday in 2009.
Premier Peter Beattie and Minister for Local Government and Planning Andrew Fraser today announced projects from each of the six Shires would be funded under the Legacy Infrastructure Funding program, a $100 million capital works program to create legacies for Queensland’s 150th anniversary.
“2009 is an important year for our State and we need to ensure there are lasting reminders of this milestone,” Mr Beattie said.
“We’ve identified a further 79 projects across the State that we believe will create a legacy and be enjoyed by generations to come. Projects in each of these Shires are among those selected.”
More than $3.6 million has been allocated across the six Shires for a variety of projects.
Longreach Shire Council will receive $1.2 million to evolve the Longreach airport into a high-quality jet-standard facility to serve as a regional transport hub for surrounding communities. The project will deliver one of the few jet-capable facilities in Outback Queensland and continue Longreach’s proud aviation history.
The Queensland Government will help preserve The Tree of Knowledge through a $1 million allocation to the Barcaldine Shire Council. The Shire will use the funds to construct a lasting monument on the site of the tree, as well as a paver trail and interpretive signage.
Winton Shire Council has been allocated $500,000 to develop a world-class Natural History Museum that represents the evolution of the Australian continent with a focus on the dinosaur era. It will feature a range of static and interactive displays and provide a scientific base for dinosaur research in Western Queensland.
Barcoo Shire Council will receive $490,000 toward the construction of a new community hall in Windorah to replace the current aged hall. The facility, which will be fully air-conditioned, will offer a focal point for the community and respite from the heat.
Aramac Shire Council will receive $375,000 to develop the Harry Redford Sporting and Community Centre. Featuring squash courts and an indoor gymnasium, the project will provide a major sporting and community facility for Central Western Queensland. The centre is named after Captain Starlight.
Ilfracombe Shire Council has been allocated $90,000 to establish a permanent facility within the historical precinct of Ilfracombe to house historically significant collections. The “Jackson Collections” will house Australia’s largest collection of bottles and a collection of 120 guns and related military artefacts.
“Each of these projects is very different, yet they are all incredibly important to their local communities,” Mr Beattie said.
Minister for Local Government and Planning, Andrew Fraser, said the projects were required to meet specific criteria.
“When we asked Councils to submit their proposals last year, we were looking for practical tributes. That is, projects that would provide real and lasting benefits to the community for years to come,” he said.
“I feel very confident that each of these projects will more than achieve this objective.”
Mr Fraser said each the Councils was now required to submit a project plan confirming a 2008 completion date and demonstrate their ability to secure any additional funds required to undertake the project.
Media inquiries: Premier’s office 3224 4500
Minister’s office 3227 8825
8 February 2006
Premier Peter Beattie and Minister for Local Government and Planning Andrew Fraser today announced projects from each of the six Shires would be funded under the Legacy Infrastructure Funding program, a $100 million capital works program to create legacies for Queensland’s 150th anniversary.
“2009 is an important year for our State and we need to ensure there are lasting reminders of this milestone,” Mr Beattie said.
“We’ve identified a further 79 projects across the State that we believe will create a legacy and be enjoyed by generations to come. Projects in each of these Shires are among those selected.”
More than $3.6 million has been allocated across the six Shires for a variety of projects.
Longreach Shire Council will receive $1.2 million to evolve the Longreach airport into a high-quality jet-standard facility to serve as a regional transport hub for surrounding communities. The project will deliver one of the few jet-capable facilities in Outback Queensland and continue Longreach’s proud aviation history.
The Queensland Government will help preserve The Tree of Knowledge through a $1 million allocation to the Barcaldine Shire Council. The Shire will use the funds to construct a lasting monument on the site of the tree, as well as a paver trail and interpretive signage.
Winton Shire Council has been allocated $500,000 to develop a world-class Natural History Museum that represents the evolution of the Australian continent with a focus on the dinosaur era. It will feature a range of static and interactive displays and provide a scientific base for dinosaur research in Western Queensland.
Barcoo Shire Council will receive $490,000 toward the construction of a new community hall in Windorah to replace the current aged hall. The facility, which will be fully air-conditioned, will offer a focal point for the community and respite from the heat.
Aramac Shire Council will receive $375,000 to develop the Harry Redford Sporting and Community Centre. Featuring squash courts and an indoor gymnasium, the project will provide a major sporting and community facility for Central Western Queensland. The centre is named after Captain Starlight.
Ilfracombe Shire Council has been allocated $90,000 to establish a permanent facility within the historical precinct of Ilfracombe to house historically significant collections. The “Jackson Collections” will house Australia’s largest collection of bottles and a collection of 120 guns and related military artefacts.
“Each of these projects is very different, yet they are all incredibly important to their local communities,” Mr Beattie said.
Minister for Local Government and Planning, Andrew Fraser, said the projects were required to meet specific criteria.
“When we asked Councils to submit their proposals last year, we were looking for practical tributes. That is, projects that would provide real and lasting benefits to the community for years to come,” he said.
“I feel very confident that each of these projects will more than achieve this objective.”
Mr Fraser said each the Councils was now required to submit a project plan confirming a 2008 completion date and demonstrate their ability to secure any additional funds required to undertake the project.
Media inquiries: Premier’s office 3224 4500
Minister’s office 3227 8825
8 February 2006