Community sport organisations across The Entrance are set to benefit from more than $45,000 in funding thanks to the NSW Government\u2019s Local Sport Grants Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberal candidate for The Entrance Nathan Bracken welcomed the announcement and said the 10 projects funded across the area would turbocharge participation in sport across all age groups and bring the community closer together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt is so important we continue supporting our local sporting clubs. They are the life-blood of our communities and key to ensuring our kids live a healthy and happy lifestyle,\u201d Mr Bracken said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grants of between $2,000 and $10,000 per project were available with up to $50,000 available in each electorate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Local sporting organisations benefitting include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Minister for Sport Alister Henskens said the program will encourage people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the benefits of sport and active recreation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis funding will provide a cash injection to help improve sport facilities, enhance accessibility and hold new and exciting events and development programs,\u201d Mr Henskens said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cNo government has invested in community sport like the Liberal and Nationals, and this program is another example of the more than $1 billion we\u2019ve pumped into grassroots community facilities and infrastructure.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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