FUNDING IN GREY TO HELP PRESERVE OUR WARTIME HERITAGE

The Port Pirie Returned and Services League Sub-Branch will receive $3,205 through the latest round of the Australian Government’s Saluting Their Service Program.
The Saluting Their Service program ensures Australia’s wartime history is preserved and those who have served during wars, conflicts and peace operations are appropriately remembered.
Rowan Ramsey, Federal Member for Grey said the Port Pirie Returned and Services League Sub-Branch was among more than 80 successful recipients, which cover a wide variety of projects put forward by ex-service organisations, clubs, schools and community groups right around Australia.
“Australia owes an enormous debt of gratitude to all those Australians who have served our nation, defending our freedoms, values and way of life, and this funding is just one of the many ways we honour that debt,” Rowan Ramsey said.
“I am very pleased to see such a wide range of projects being supported, including the establishment of four podium style signs to provide information on the Port Pirie First and Second World War Memorial gates, Soldiers Memorial Park and Soldiers Memorial Grandstand.
“Large or small, all these projects represent Australia’s unwavering commitment to always remember and reflect on all that our service personnel have done for our country.
Member for Grey, Rowan Ramsey said the commemorative project from Port Pirie Returned and Services League Sub-Branch would continue the tradition of remembrance, and he looks forward to seeing the finished work.
“I am so proud of the history of service in Grey and this project is a wonderful way for us to commemorate and reflect on the sacrifice of all those who have served from our communities”.
The funding is part of the Australian Government’s $32-million investment in Veterans’ Affairs grant programs this year.
The next round of the Saluting Their Service program is open, and applications can be submitted until
8 February 2022.
To submit your application, or find further details please to go to the Saluting Their Service page on the Grants Hub or visit the DVA website
Media Contact:
Rowan Ramsey M: 0458 546 852