Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington congratulates the successful applicants from Round 125 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF), acknowledging the vital contribution our local community groups make across the South Burnett.
The GCBF remains Queensland’s largest one‑off community grants program, providing essential funding to not‑for‑profit organisations so they can upgrade facilities, purchase equipment, deliver programs and strengthen local services.
Deb is pleased to congratulate the following South Burnett organisations on their successful applications:
- BLACKBUTT-YARRAMAN RLFC – Replace and install new LED lighting and poles $35,000.00
- BUNYA MOUNTAINS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION – Purchase laptops and printers $6,681.00
- KINGAROY GOLF CLUB – install cart paths and footpaths throughout the golf $33,000.00
- KINGAROY RLFC – Install a grandstand $24,038.00
- KUMBIA SPORT AND RECREATION ASSOCIATION – Purchase a ride-on $24,950.00
- MURGON BOWLS CLUB – Upgrade kitchen appliances $11,638
- MURGON MEN’S SHED – repainting the building $18,500.00
- NANANGO SWIMMING CLUB – Purchase club-branded caps $1,205.00
- OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS PARISH NANANGO – replacing the hall stumps $35,000.00
- ST MARY’S CATHOLIC PARISH KINGAROY – repainting the hall’s exterior $35,000.00
- TINGOORA STATE SCHOOL P&C – Install water bubblers $21,080.40
- YARRAMAN CARES – Purchase a mini-van $34,350.00
“Our community groups give so much of their time, energy and heart to support the South Burnett. These grants go a long way toward helping them continue the incredible work they do,” Deb said.
“These projects will make a meaningful difference across the region, and I look forward to seeing these projects come to life and the positive impact they will have on our community.”
The Gambling Community Benefit Fund continues to play an important role in supporting grassroots organisations, helping them grow, improve and keep delivering for the people of the South Burnett.
Community groups are encouraged to keep an eye out for announcements regarding the commencement of Round 127.
