Member for Bathurst Paul Toole has obtained NSW Government funding of $18,800 for the Bathurst Aboriginal Land Council's "Men Off the Streets Renewal Project".

The historic Barracks building was last renovated in 2011 when it was opened as a place for short-term, emergency housing.

Mr Toole said the Community Building Partnership (CBP) funding is allowing the installation of grid-connected solar power.

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"There are also upgrades including more energy efficient lighting while the old, dilapidated carpet has been removed and replaced as well as a fresh coat of paint given to the interior of the building," he said.

Tonilee Scott from the Bathurst Aboriginal Land Council said "The Barracks" never looked so good thanks to the support from the government.

"It's still used as temporary accommodation for homeless men while they find their feet,"" she said.

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