THE Bathurst Electorate will share in a total of $50,000 funding for local sports clubs and community initiatives, with $12,025 being delivered directly to the Bathurst Pistol Club.
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Local Member for Bathurst Paul Toole said that sport was the lifeblood of the local electorate and investment in local sport was an important focus for the community.
“Sport is such a great past time – it’s good for our physical and mental health as well as a great way to connect with like minded people in our community.
“The Bathurst Pistol Club has a growing number of members and its great to see that with this funding, further upgrades are now able to take place, including the installation of much needed lighting,” said Mr Toole.
Mr Toole said the project was one of 831 that have received funding as part of the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant Program.
“The program provides grants of up to $20,000 towards projects to assist regions with rallying the community together and ensuring ongoing involvement in sport,” Mr Toole said.
“The NSW government is committed to supporting grassroots sport and improving participation rates across the state.
“We know that sport has many proven health, social and economic outcomes and I encourage eligible clubs to apply for the next round of funding.
“Projects that are eligible include upgrades to local amenities or improving access to facilities, training programs and community events.”
Program applications open in late 2018.
