The memorial will be for those who served in all wars, conflicts and peace-time operations.
The grant was one of several handed out across the state as part of the the Federal Government’s Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program.
Federal Senator for Victoria Bridget McKenzie congratulated five organisations across Indi that will share in almost $37 000 for projects commemorating our wartime history.
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“Buxton, Goorambat, Marysville, Beechworth and Yackandandah are among hundreds of communities across Australia to benefit from funding to help commemorate the role Australian servicemen and women have played in shaping the nation,” Senator McKenzie said.
“These projects and activities, such as the installation of a new memorial at Goorambat Veterans’ Retreat and recreating the Staghorn Flat school First World War honour board, will ensure the service history is captured and preserved in our local communities.
“Thank you to all the community organisations who work tirelessly to ensure that our service personnel get the recognition that they deserve and thank you to all Australian service personnel for your service and sacrifice.”
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More than $2.2 million in funding was provided through this round of the Saluting Their Service commemorative grants program.
The Federal Government’s election commitment saw an increase in the Community Grants cap from $4000 to $10 000 and this batch of successful applicants will be the first to benefit from this.
Veterans’ Affairs Minister Darren Chester said the projects and activities would play an important role in educating future generations about the service and sacrifice of Australian servicemen and women, especially as the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II on August 15 approaches.
“Australian servicemen and women in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations for over a century have played a role in shaping the nation,” Mr Chester said.
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“These commemorations, projects and activities ensure their story is captured for generations to come.
“These grants will help community groups and organisations continue their important work in commemorating our service personnel and support those projects and activities which promote appreciation and understanding of the experiences of service.”
● For more information on the Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program, visit this link.
Applications for the next round of grants are open now.
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