THE Federal Government has approved funding for more than 20 projects in the Nicholls electorate, collectively worth $14.5M as part of its $1.5B Local Road and Community Infrastructure Program.
$5,137,182 in funding has so far been allocated for Greater Shepparton City Council.
Federal Member for Nicholls, Damian Drum, said getting shovels in the ground on local construction projects as soon as possible was important for maintaining jobs and economic growth in region, particularly as Australia emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Included among the approved projects in Nicholls closest to our region include the redevelopment of Vibert Reserve Pavilion in Shepparton and the upgrade of Numurkah playground and skate park.
“Every single job we support makes a huge difference in our local community, now and as we build our way out of the pandemic and that is why we have moved quickly to approve funding,” Mr Drum said.
“Not only will this new (LRCI) program support jobs, construction businesses and economic growth across Nicholls, it will also improve road safety and bolster the resilience of our local road networks, helping Australians get home sooner and safer.
A broad range of community infrastructure projects are eligible, including new or upgraded bicycle and walking paths, community facilities, and picnic shelters and barbeque facilities at parks.
