Federal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey said he is delighted to have secured funding of $44,310 for the Port Pirie Basketball Association to upgrade its facilities through the Community Sporting Infrastructure Grants (CSI) program.
“I am really pleased the Government will invest this funding toward the upgrade of the facilities at the basketball club which will give local the sport a real boost and help increase sporting participation,” he said.
“The funding will enable to repair of some structural damage to the building from water over years. “The plan is to upgrade the area so it is safe for administration volunteers and storage of equipment. “In rural towns, sport is a huge part of engaging with your local community and developing friends and support networks.
“The investment is part of the Community Sport Infrastructure Grant program that is upgrading local facilities across Australia that will help drive increased participation in sports and physical activity.
“The Federal Government is supporting local grassroots sports because we recognise the wider health, social and community benefits that come from greater activity and participating in sport.
“It is a key priority of our government to promote the social and health benefits of physical activity and sport and our investment to upgrade facilities and infrastructure will provide a real encouragement for those local residents not currently active.”
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April 15 2019