A number of community projects across the electorate of Murray have been granted a share of $450,000, which will be used to fund upgrades to infrastructure. Photo: Supplied.
Leeton’s Mark Taylor Oval and charity Boys to the Bush are among the entities to benefit from $450,000 of state government grants through the 2025 Community Building Partnership Program, which will fund 15 infrastructure projects.
The $41 million Community Building Partnership program, which began in 2009, ensures local organisations and councils across the state have the funds to facilitate more vibrant and inclusive communities.
Projects funded under this grant include capital works such as the construction of new community infrastructure, refurbishment, repairing and maintenance of existing infrastructure, the purchase of freestanding equipment (equipment that does not require installation), or the purchase of or modification to vehicles.
The program is open to local not-for-profit community organisations and councils, and all projects must be completed by 3 August 2026.
Murray MP Helen Dalton believes the grants will deliver “much-needed improvements” to local communities.
“It’s great to see grassroots funding supporting local projects that make a real difference in regional NSW,” Mrs Dalton said.
“Congratulations to all the organisations who were successful in their applications.
“The recipients from across the electorate clearly defined their intention to give back to their communities by providing quality services, facilities and infrastructure.
“I look forward to seeing the positive outcomes this funding has in our community.”
The Community Building Partnership grants will be used to fund community and grassroots projects across the electorate of Murray:
- Griffith Golf Club Co-Operative Society: new concrete flooring of the shade sail area
- Leeton District Cricket Association: improvements to the cricket nets at Mark Taylor Oval
- Griffith/Leeton Riding for Disabled: upgrades to the horse shelters
- Boys to the Bush (BttB): boosting safety infrastructures in Leeton, and funding Driving Change in Leeton and Moama
- Griffith MotorCycle Sports Club: creating a club emergency medical assistance room
- Healthy Harold Mobile Learning Centre: building access steps, star ceiling and electrical and lighting system to enhance children’s learning environment
- Toganmain Woolshed Precinct: sourcing 4WD equipment for repairs and maintenance
- Deniliquin Rams Football Netball Club: installing a public announcement system at the Harding Street Oval and facilities
- Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW: solar base upgrades at the Moama Unit
- Rapid Relief Team (RRT): building a Murray coolroom trailer
- Coleambally Central School P&C Association: transportation for the kids and community
- Griffith Australian Football and Netball Club: upgrades to the playing surface of the netball court
- Australian Churches Of Christ Global Mission Partners: funding a Dareton Community Centre van.
For more information on the Community Building Partnership program, visit its website.
