David Littlerpoud MP David Littlerpoud

Maranoa MP: $41,250 for Windorah Rodeo Club expansions  

June 5, 2020

Windorah’s Rodeo Club is set for a boost, with new back yards to be built with the help of a $41,250 Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF) investment, Maranoa MP David Littleproud said.

“Rodeos are a big part of the social fabric in the Bush and it’s pleasing to see that this expansion will assist with putting on a bigger, better show in Windorah,” Mr Littleproud said.

“I’m a firm believer in upgrading our community facilities to bring people together to support each other through thick and thin.

“This has a positive flow-on effect on our communities, quality of life and how we support each other – the expansion at the Windorah Rodeo Grounds supports this.

“I’ve now secured more than $45 million through BBRF for projects in the Maranoa electorate since 2016 which is a great result for communities in our part of the world.

“BBRF funded projects go a long way to improving services, events, facilities, creating jobs and securing our fair share for communities that have been battling through drought.”

Round Four of BBRF includes a total $200 million in grants, with projects falling under the Infrastructure Projects Stream or the Community Investments Stream.

The Infrastructure Projects Stream: Supports projects that involve construction of new infrastructure, or the upgrade or extension of existing infrastructure.

The Community Investments Stream: Funds community development activities including new or expanded local events, strategic regional plans, leadership and capability building activities.

Across Maranoa, 12 BBRF infrastructure projects will be funded with $21,204,009 and seven BBRF community projects will be funded with $138,087.

Round Four BBRF projects across Maranoa include:

Organisation Project BBRF Infrastructure Investment
Care Goondiwindi Ltd.  

 

The project will construct a 3 x 3 bedroom unit facility for Disability Respite Care within the CBD of Goondiwindi.

 $589,523
Australian Age Of Dinosaurs Limited  

 

The project will construct an extension to the existing laboratory space; and the installation of approximately 24 km pipeline to supply water to the museum and connect to two 20,000 litre tanks and solar pump equipment.

 $415,333
Balonne Shire Council  

 

The project will create a new Library Hub and revitalising nearby greenspace and a courtyard. An existing Cultural Centre will be refurbished to add an Art Gallery and Annexe.

 $5,000,000
Chinchilla Family Support Centre Inc  

 

The project will construct three additional offices for use by the Chinchilla Community Centre, visiting services and community groups.

 $77,712
Roughlie Community Centre Inc.  

 

The project will provide a multi-purpose facility as a venue for industry-related workshops and social engagements and act as a central point for the residents of Roughlie during emergencies.

 $160,420
Quilpie Shire Council  

 

The project will deliver a multipurpose facility for the residents of Gyrica Gardens, a residential complex that helps elderly (over 65s) residents to live independently in the community.

 $707,763
Windorah Rodeo Club  

 

The project will expand the back yards of the Windorah Rodeo Club arena.

 $41,250
Bulloo Shire Council  

 

The project will construct four new ground-level aged care units with parking including a specifically designed recreation and health centre facility as a central hub for elderly residents in the Bulloo Shire.

 $1,785,110
South Burnett Regional Council  

 

The project will upgrade sections of Haly, Glendon, Kingaroy and Alford Streets and surrounding infrastructure in Kingaroy, Queensland.

 $4,500,000
Stanthorpe Netball Association Inc.  

 

The project will construct four multi-purpose courts at Stanthorpe Netball Association, replacing the existing courts which are unsafe and no longer fit-for-purpose.

 $150,850
Western Downs Regional Council  

 

The project will upgrade the existing two-storey cultural building to create a new cultural precinct.

 $7,056,500
Longreach Regional Council  

 

The project will construct eight drought-resistant paddocks and infrastructure to facilitate the safe transit and accommodation of cattle.

 $719,548

 

Round Four BBRF community projects in Maranoa:

 

Organisation Project BBRF Community Investment
Clifton And Districts Chamber Of Commerce  

 

The project will develop a tourism and events strategy, marketing plan and development plan for a new tourism event.

 $20,000
Southern Downs Regional Council  

 

The project will deliver a comprehensive strategic events plan the Southern Downs region with a focus on social and economic sustainability.

 $21,037
Australian Camp Oven Festival Millmerran Inc  

 

The project will deliver the first Camp Oven Dinner Under the Stars event for the Australian Camp Oven Festival in October 2020.

 $16,300
Southern Downs Regional Council  

 

The project will deliver a youth-focused event promoting music, food and physical activity.

 $20,000
Roma Business Development Association Inc  

 

The project will create a strategic plan to drive economic growth and build a sustainable local economy for the Roma region.

 $15,000
Thallon Community Services Ltd  

 

The project will provide a strategic plan to maximise the region’s opportunities to improve tourism and the overall sustainability of the community.

 $20,000
The Yarraman Business Group Inc.  

 

The project will deliver a free festival at the finish line of the Brisbane Valley Festival of Cycling.

 $25,750

ENDS

 

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