FUNDING BOOST FOR COMMUNITY PROJECTS IN LAKE MACQUARIE

The Lake Macquarie electorate has secured funding of $450,000 for 18 projects through the NSW Government’s 2025 Community Building Partnership Program (CBP).

This $41 million statewide grant program allows local organisations and Councils improve facilities to support vibrant and inclusive communities.

Successful projects in this round of CBP funding include the Itji-Marru Outdoor Learning and Culture Space at Morisset High School, which will be used to teach the Awabakal language and host community events, and the installation of a solar PV system and battery storage at Wyee Point Rural Fire Station. This will allow the Fire Brigade to remain operational and respond to incidents when the power grid is down.

Toronto and District Brass Band, who have proudly represented our community for over 60 years, have also secured funds to purchase much needed instruments for members to use.

It's great to see funding for grassroots projects in Lake Macquarie which improves amenities and supports the wellbeing, safety and needs of our diverse community.

I congratulate the successful organisations and look forward to seeing the positive impact the completed projects will make for the people of Lake Macquarie.

The full list of successful projects in Lake Macquarie for the 2025 CBP round are:
• Macquarie Field player shelters at Lake Macquarie City Football Club
• Pallet stacker and printer for Southlake's Incorporated
• Roller door and gate motors for Survivors R Us Incorporated
• Freestanding fans at PCYC Morisset
• Playing field and marking equipment for Macquarie United Sub Junior RLFC
• Instruments for Toronto and District Brass Band Incorporated
• Covered outdoor family/children's play area and fencing at Boolaroo Sports Club
• Upgrades to the local Health Harold Mobile Learning Centre
• Solar system for Wyee Point Rural Fire Station
• Toronto Uniting Church carpark, lighting and safety upgrades
• Carey Bay Preschool fencing upgrade and security project
• Abseiling and safety for Avondale Pathfinder Club
• Replacing solar array installation at Wangi Bowling, Sport and Recreation Club
• Kitchen upgrades for the FASHVI Hall
• Itji-Marru Outdoor Learning and Culture Space at Morisset High School
• Outdoor shades at Teralba Bowling Club
• Chiara Respite Cottage Therapy and Community Garden
• Kitchen and Point of Sales upgrades at Lake Macquarie BMX Club

 

MEDIA CONTACTS: Lake Macquarie Electorate Office 4959 3200 or Greg Piper MP 0407 770 837