Several Central Coast projects will share in more than $124,000 in funding as part of the Anzac Community Grants Program (ACGP) to commemorate veterans across the state.
Grants have been provided to 99 community groups, schools and ex-service organisations statewide.
Minister for Veterans and Member for Wyong David Harris said the money would be provided to a wide variety of projects that commemorated and educated NSW communities about the service and sacrifices of current and former servicemen and servicewomen.
The 2024 round of the ACGP received 116 applications, with up to $3,000 provided to each of the successful 99 projects.
“The NSW Government is dedicated to honouring the service and sacrifice of our veterans and their families,” Harris said.
“The Anzac Community Grants Program allocates funding for outstanding projects and initiatives that not only acknowledge Australia’s military service history but also play a crucial role in educating future generations and enhancing the wellbeing of the veteran community in NSW.
“This round saw applications from 99 suburbs, across 59 local government areas and 57 state electorates.
“It’s wonderful to see that so many communities throughout NSW are applying for this funding, and many projects will gain from this program.”
The Central Coast Commemoration Guard, based at Wyong, received $2,000 to help add colour and dignity to remembrance services it conducts at aged care facilities, schools, clubs and sporting events.
The Ary at Toukley will use its $1,500 grant for its Keeping the Spirit Alive Heritage Shirt initiative, which enables employees to wear the shirts on RSL commemorative days.
Gosford Sub-Branch of the NSW National Servicemen’s Association and Affiliates received $1,400 for its Nasho Coach tour.
Members will be taken to the Army Museum at Singleton.
Empire Bay Progress Association will use its $750 to enhance its annual Anzac Day ceremony which is attended by 700-800 people each year, including veteran associations, local schools and dignitaries.
Ourimbah Lisarow RSL Sub-Branch also received $750 to supports its 2025 Anzac Day commemoration.
This includes a dawn service, an afternoon march and an afternoon service in which community members and students from local schools present readings.
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