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Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

November 15, 2017<\/strong><\/p>\n

Applications will close on December 19 for Round 2 of the Federal Government’s Building Better Regions Fund.<\/p>\n

Two streams are available: Infrastructure Projects and Community Investments.<\/p>\n

Member for Wide Bay Llew O\u2019Brien urged organisations to apply for funding projects to support further job creation and economic growth.<\/p>\n

He said the region had already benefited from Round 1, with supported projects including the Kilkivan Great Horse Ride Festival and business innovation sessions in the South Burnett.<\/p>\n

\u201cFresh, creative ideas are often the starting point for successful applications, which have potential to make a real difference in the community,” Mr O’Brien said.<\/p>\n

“It is also important to clearly define the objectives and outcomes of the project to demonstrate how it will benefit (the region).<\/p>\n

Acting Minister for Regional Development Darren Chester said applicants should demonstrate how their project will drive economic development, make their region a more attractive place to live and foster partnerships across their community.<\/p>\n

\u201cInfrastructure investment, and planning and capability building are significant to improving outcomes in a community. A clearly articulated regional aged care strategy, for instance, can have as big an impact on residents as building a new aged care facility in a single town,” he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen combined, both streams will encourage job creation, economic growth, and encourage social cohesion across Australia.\u201d<\/p>\n