Groups urged to apply for funds

Local community groups are being encouraged to apply for funding under the State Government's $35 million Community Building Partnership funding program.

Last year, more than $100,000 was given to Peninsula projects at Ocean Beach Surf Club, Pearl Beach Rock Pool and Umina PCYC.

Member for Gosford Ms Marie Andrews said the partnership was extended for another year in the NSW Budget due to its overwhelming popularity in the community.

"This partnership allows us to build for the future of our area and is an important investment into local infrastructure projects," Ms Andrews said.

"We have the opportunity to invest a further $400,000 into local projects over the coming year and build more worthwhile community infrastructure.

"This partnership is delivering important projects in the local community and extending it by a further year allows even more local infrastructure to be delivered for the benefit of the entire community."

Ms Andrews said the program was open to community groups, not-for-profit organisations, non-government organisations and local councils.

"I encourage all community groups to get together soon and lodge an application for projects which can make a difference to the quality of living in the community," Ms Andrews said.

Applications are available from all NSW members of Parliament and can also be accessed through www.communitybuildingpartnership.nsw.gov.au

Submissions close July 23.

Press release, 10 Jun 2010 Marie Andrews, Member for Gosford