Two landmark infrastructure funds specifically for Regional NSW have been launched.
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As part of the NSW Budget, the NSW Government developed the Regional Growth Fund and the Stronger Country Communities Fund, which together represent $1.3 billion for key transport, energy and water projects, and community and cultural facilities.
Member for Oxley, Melinda Pavey MP, said the Regional Growth Fund represents a new, more streamlined and responsive approach to investment in New South Wales.
“We’re looking for projects that will promote local economic growth and benefit the whole community, and we will work together to make it happen,” she said.
Deputy Premier, John Barilaro MP, said the Regional Growth Fund will support projects like
- building or upgrading power, transport and telecommunications links;
- improving water and sewerage services;
- enhancing voice and data connectivity and
- upgrading sporting facilities
“These programs will ensure regional NSW communities can grow their economy and have the same access to services and facilities as people living in cities,” Mr Barilaro said.
“In the coming months, I will be travelling around regional NSW and hosting a series of workshops to explain how the Regional Growth Fund can benefit each region, and more importantly to listen to your ideas.”
The new Stronger Country Communities Fund will invest in projects that involve building new community facilities and refurbishing existing facilities.
Mrs Pavey said substantial funds will be available in each local government area.
“The NSW Government is seeking projects valued up to $1 million, or higher if there is a significant financial co-contribution, over the next two years.
“Public assets – like school facilities, libraries, parks, walking and cycle pathways, health centres, country halls and showgrounds – contribute to the social fabric of our wonderful region, and help foster connectedness and town pride.
“This new fund is the ideal opportunity to benefit from the significant investment the Government is making in rural and regional NSW,” Mrs Pavey said.
Mr Barilaro said the $1.3 billion announced in this Budget brings the total set aside for regional NSW from Restart NSW to $9.1 billion, which to date has prioritised $70 million for upgrading regional airports and $155 million towards fixing local roads.
Fund opening dates and guidelines are available at: