Sunshade structure is opened

Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club has officially opened its new sunshade structure.

The project was made available through a $51,770 grant in the State Government's Community Building Partnership program.

"Ocean Beach SLSC was one of 19 successful applicants," said. Member for Gosford Marie Andrews who conducted the ceremony.

"I provided the community with the chance to have their say on projects through a survey and Ocean Beach SLSC was well supported.

"This funding from the State Government has been a real boost for the community, keeping local people actively employed and I am pleased the program is being run again in 2010.

"Ocean Beach Surf Lifesaving Club received $51,770 for the construction of a concrete and sunshade structure for the benefit of its members and the local community."

Director of marketing and public relations at Ocean Beach SLSC Mr Aaron Camp said: "Our club has made a commitment to the promotion of the Cancer Council's sun safe message.

"This development provides the first in a series of projects to provide a sun safe environment for members and the general public."

Press release, 11 Aug 2010 Marie Andrews, Member for Gosford