Council Grants $125k to Boost Local Community Infrastructure

Published on 12 November 2024

An allocation of $125,000 in Infrastructure Grants will be disbursed across eleven Community Organisations which will go towards projects such as playground upgrades, fishing weigh station infrastructure and furniture repairs.

With over $350,000 worth of projects considered, assessment panel members were impressed by the high quality and potential of these infrastructure initiatives to deliver lasting benefits for the Cassowary Coast community.

Mayor Teresa Millwood commended the successful applicants of this grant round in strengthening community spaces. "These grants are a direct investment in our community's wellbeing, and we are proud to support projects that create lasting value.”

The Mission Beach Tennis Club Inc. was one of the successful applicants for the infrastructure grant and will receive $30,000 to upgrade unsafe decking around their clubhouse.

“We’re incredibly grateful for the support from Cassowary Coast Regional Council, which will enable us to replace the aging decking around our clubhouse,” said Brendan Blair President of the Mission Beach Tennis Club.

“This upgrade is essential for the safety of our members and visitors, and it will ensure that our facility remains a welcoming and accessible place for everyone in the community to enjoy.”

Supported projects from other clubs and community groups include court resurfacing and signage, a weigh station, furniture replacement, construction drawings for facility extensions, cricket upgrade, accessible and inclusive entry improvements, kitchen repairs and toilet facility upgrades. A full list of projects can be seen below.

Community, Culture and Liveability Portfolio holder, Councillor Trudy Tschui said that “The aim of our Community Infrastructure Grants program is to empower local groups to improve facilities that benefit the public, foster connection, and enhance our region's sustainability and resilience"

The grants align with Council’s vision of creating safe, well-connected places and sustainable infrastructure that enhances residents' quality of life.

For more information on the Community Infrastructure Grants program, visit: cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/funding-grants

For further information contact Council at 1300 763 903 or email enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.