Published Thursday, 08 February, 2007 at 05:27 PM
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 LOCAL LEGACIES
The State Government will provide $1.5 million to the Burnett Shire Council to help build a Community Cultural Centre in Bargara in time for Queensland’s 150th birthday in 2009.
Premier Peter Beattie and Minister for Local Government and Planning Andrew Fraser announced the project as one of 79 to be funded under the Legacy Infrastructure Fund, a $100 million capital works program to create legacies for Queensland’s 150th anniversary.
Miriam Vale, Nanango, Isis, Gayndah, Perry and Mundubbera Shires were also announced as funding recipients.
“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,” Mr Beattie said.
“The Burnett Community Cultural Centre, as well as six others in Wide Bay-Burnett, have all been identified as such projects.”
The Burnett Community Cultural Centre will become the focal point for the coastal communities of the Burnett Shire and adjacent areas. It will house artefacts reflecting the history of the Shire, as well as providing a space for community groups to display collected items of value to the community, including items related to the cane industry, aviation history and the history of the Kanakas.
Miriam Vale Shire Council will receive $495,000 towards the redevelopment of the 1770 Foreshore located at the historic second landing of Captain James Cook. The rejuvenated foreshore will feature interconnecting pathways, decks and viewing platforms, amenities and play equipment with public art and signage to convey the historic significance of the site.
Nanango Shire Council has been allocated $400,000 to develop the Nanango Shire Energy Precinct. The centre will reflect on the historical significance of energy technology to Nanango Shire and showcase future energy innovations as they are developed.
Isis Shire Council will receive $225,000 to undertake significant streetscape works – including gardens and walkways – to enhance the ANZAC Interactive Forum in Childers.
Gayndah Shire Council will receive $22,400 toward the creation of a sculpture, representing the contributions of pioneers, atop the existing historic clock tower.
Mundubbera Shire Council will use its $122,700 State Government funding for the construction of a multi-purpose community arts venue in Bicentennial Park. The amphitheatre will accommodate up to 750 people for concerts, theatre and local celebrations.
Perry Shire Council will receive $10,000 to erect a cast iron image of a miner, plus associated information boards outlining the history of mining in Mt Perry, adjacent to the town’s Cultural Centre.
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 contact: Premier’s office 3224 4500
Minister’s office 3227 8825
8 February 2007
Premier Peter Beattie and Minister for Local Government and Planning Andrew Fraser announced the project as one of 79 to be funded under the Legacy Infrastructure Fund, a $100 million capital works program to create legacies for Queensland’s 150th anniversary.
Miriam Vale, Nanango, Isis, Gayndah, Perry and Mundubbera Shires were also announced as funding recipients.
“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,” Mr Beattie said.
“The Burnett Community Cultural Centre, as well as six others in Wide Bay-Burnett, have all been identified as such projects.”
The Burnett Community Cultural Centre will become the focal point for the coastal communities of the Burnett Shire and adjacent areas. It will house artefacts reflecting the history of the Shire, as well as providing a space for community groups to display collected items of value to the community, including items related to the cane industry, aviation history and the history of the Kanakas.
Miriam Vale Shire Council will receive $495,000 towards the redevelopment of the 1770 Foreshore located at the historic second landing of Captain James Cook. The rejuvenated foreshore will feature interconnecting pathways, decks and viewing platforms, amenities and play equipment with public art and signage to convey the historic significance of the site.
Nanango Shire Council has been allocated $400,000 to develop the Nanango Shire Energy Precinct. The centre will reflect on the historical significance of energy technology to Nanango Shire and showcase future energy innovations as they are developed.
Isis Shire Council will receive $225,000 to undertake significant streetscape works – including gardens and walkways – to enhance the ANZAC Interactive Forum in Childers.
Gayndah Shire Council will receive $22,400 toward the creation of a sculpture, representing the contributions of pioneers, atop the existing historic clock tower.
Mundubbera Shire Council will use its $122,700 State Government funding for the construction of a multi-purpose community arts venue in Bicentennial Park. The amphitheatre will accommodate up to 750 people for concerts, theatre and local celebrations.
Perry Shire Council will receive $10,000 to erect a cast iron image of a miner, plus associated information boards outlining the history of mining in Mt Perry, adjacent to the town’s Cultural Centre.
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 contact: Premier’s office 3224 4500
Minister’s office 3227 8825
8 February 2007