August 21, 2020

Three new community projects are among the initiatives included in funding following Gunnedah Shire Council’s call for new community resilience projects late last year.

Gunnedah Shire Deputy Mayor Cr Rob Hooke said Gunnedah Shire Council had worked with the Federal Government to deliver great results through the federal Drought Communities Program.

“The community came to us with some important projects we were able to progress through to the Federal Government for consideration,” Cr Hooke said.

“Among those that were successful were the Kelvin Community Hall, Gunnedah Conservatorium and the Gunnedah Junior Rugby Club.

“The Kelvin Community Hall will now be able to enjoy a better water supply and have a more reliable supply on hand for emergency services. The improved water supply will also mean native trees can be planted around the hall.

“Gunnedah Conservatorium proposed two really interesting projects called Create Gunnedah Hear Me and Create Gunnedah See Me. One will nurture songwriting, production and performance among our young people, and the other project will work towards a cabaret show for adult performers.

“Another great result is funding to upgrade the Gunnedah Junior Rugby Club canteen. I know this will be a popular project among our young rugby players and their families.

“All of these projects are initiatives that have far-reaching benefits for the community, and include employment or use of local businesses.”

Photo Caption:(From left to right) Kelvin residents Sue Cox and Brett Waters, Gunnedah Shire Council Deputy Mayor Cr Rob Hooke, and residents Michael Roberts, Denise Roberts and Ingrid Allen-Thomas.

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