Far north community projects get $193,000 funding boost
Published Thursday, 19 February, 2009 at 01:03 PM
Minister for Main Roads and Local Government
The Honourable Warren Pitt
Two far north community projects will share in more than $190,000 under the State Government’s Blueprint for the Bush initiative, Local Government Minister Warren Pitt said today.
East Palmerston State School will receive $113,000 to set up a community and school route to transport passengers to and from Innisfail, via the MaMu Canopy Walk.
Girringun Aboriginal Corporation will receive $80,000 to keep the Cardwell-region community informed about opportunities and education sessions available to them.
In presenting the cheques to the organisations today (19 February), Mr Pitt said the funding would provide a range of opportunities to the respective communities.
“In East Palmerston, a bus operator has already been sourced and the service will provide personalised pick-up and drop-off for passengers with limited mobility,” Mr Pitt said.
“This project will ensure people in the community have access to a reliable transport network, linking them to the services available in Innisfail.
“The pick-up and drop-off service is also expected to boost enrolment at the small school of 15 by up to 10 students.
“Meanwhile, the project by the Girringun Aboriginal Corporation will help guarantee the promotion and preservation of indigenous culture.
“Both projects aim to improve confidence and self esteem and will enhance meaningful involvement by traditional owners and individuals in community affairs.”
The Blueprint for the Bush program is designed to build sustainable, liveable and prosperous rural and regional communities.
Media contact: Minister Pitt’s office 3227 8819
East Palmerston State School will receive $113,000 to set up a community and school route to transport passengers to and from Innisfail, via the MaMu Canopy Walk.
Girringun Aboriginal Corporation will receive $80,000 to keep the Cardwell-region community informed about opportunities and education sessions available to them.
In presenting the cheques to the organisations today (19 February), Mr Pitt said the funding would provide a range of opportunities to the respective communities.
“In East Palmerston, a bus operator has already been sourced and the service will provide personalised pick-up and drop-off for passengers with limited mobility,” Mr Pitt said.
“This project will ensure people in the community have access to a reliable transport network, linking them to the services available in Innisfail.
“The pick-up and drop-off service is also expected to boost enrolment at the small school of 15 by up to 10 students.
“Meanwhile, the project by the Girringun Aboriginal Corporation will help guarantee the promotion and preservation of indigenous culture.
“Both projects aim to improve confidence and self esteem and will enhance meaningful involvement by traditional owners and individuals in community affairs.”
The Blueprint for the Bush program is designed to build sustainable, liveable and prosperous rural and regional communities.
Media contact: Minister Pitt’s office 3227 8819