David Littlerpoud MP David Littlerpoud

Maranoa MP secures $77,712 for works at Chinchilla Family Support Centre

June 5, 2020

Maranoa MP David Littleproud announced today that the Chinchilla Family Support Centre (the Centre) will undergo a building transformation to improve service delivery with the help of a $77,712 Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF) investment.

“It’s very welcoming news that the Centre will make use of this $77,712 investment to build three additional offices,” Mr Littleproud said.

“The Centre’s building is running at capacity, to the point that the veranda and backyard are being used as temporary offices.

“Expanding office space is a terrific boost for people who rely on the Centre for support, whether that service is provided through Lifeline, AngliCare or St Vincent de Paul, to name just a few of the organisations who operate there.

“This project will allow service providers in the Centre to better facilitate face-to-face meetings and provide enough space for services to be run with more efficiency.

“I’ve now secured more than $45 million through BBRF 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 infrastructure 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

 

 

 

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