February 12, 2014
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington is encouraging local community groups with a link to Anzac Day celebrations to consider applying for assistance under the Queensland Anzac Centenary grants program.
Mrs Frecklington said the program was now open for organisations to apply for funding for events and projects to commemorate the centenary of World War I.
“This grants program is an opportunity for local communities to get involved in the Anzac centenary and commemorate in a way that is meaningful to them,” Mrs Frecklington said.
“Eligible projects could range from exhibitions, re-enactments, the restoration of memorials and honour boards to events and research projects.
“Up to $80,000 is available for individual projects across the State which will commemorate this historic period.
“It is an opportunity to honour all those who had a role in Australia’s First World War effort, and one that deserves to be recognised in every Queensland community.
“One million dollars of funding will be available in the first round of the program, with further funding available through the course of the centenary.
“The grants are part of an overall Queensland Government commitment of $49.3 million commemorative program of activity honouring the centenary of the First World War.”
The Queensland Anzac Centenary grants program forms part of a suite of commemorative activity running from 2014-2018.
Applications for the first round of grants are open until March 14. More information is available online
