New facilities at Leeton Town Ovals Complex

29 Jun 2018 3:39 PM -

Game goers will soon notice a second kiosk and ticket box at Leeton’s ovals complex thanks to a $125,000 NSW Government grant.

Member for Murray Austin Evans said the project would see improvements to the amenities of Leeton’s main sporting hub, which is used for rugby league, rugby union and AFL.

“I congratulate Leeton Greenies Rugby League Club which successfully applied for this funding,” Mr Evans said.

“The new facilities will benefit players, spectators and clubs, with the new kiosk providing opportunities to raise funds to support growth of their sport.”

Minister for Racing Paul Toole said the project is one of 22 across NSW, funded through the latest round of the Clubgrants Category 3 Infrastructure Grants program.  

“More than $50 million in funding is being provided during this current term of government for projects across sport and recreation, emergency preparedness, and arts and culture,” Mr Toole said. 

“These grants are funded by a contribution from the state’s registered clubs to reinvest profits from gaming machines back into community projects.

“Our Government is pleased to provide this funding to help more people experience the many benefits of taking part in sport and leisure activities including improved fitness and well-being and greater social interaction.”

The program was improved in 2017 to give community organisations more chances to apply for a wider range of projects.

New funding ranges have encouraged more diverse projects, with a streamlined application process that cuts red tape and allows for faster assessment.