WARD ANNOUNCES FUNDING FOR KANGAROO VALLEY MEN’S SHED

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward has announced a major grant for the Kangaroo Valley Men’s Shed.

The $44,544 grant was secured by Mr Ward under the New South Wales Government Community Building Partnerships Program.

“I am thrilled to work with the community of Kangaroo Valley to help them secure funding to acquire woodworking and metalworking equipment, tools and recreational items to fit out the Kangaroo Valley Men’s shed,’’ Mr Ward said.

“I strongly endorse our local Men’s sheds; they provide an excellent venue for men to gather and utilise their skills collectively. They also play a crucial role in supporting men’s mental health.

“These are not costs to the government; they are investments within our local community.

“I take this opportunity to thank those who signed our petition when we were campaigning for these funds,’’ Mr Ward concluded.

Bruce Preston from Kangaroo Valley Men’s shed welcomed the funding.

“Last Friday at a BBQ the Men’s Shed of Kangaroo Valley celebrated with Mr Ward on being granted funds for the acquisition of machine tools for the proposed shed fit out,’’ Mr Preston said.

“All our members were extremely grateful to Gareth for the help he gave us in getting the grant over the line.

“Through help like this the Kangaroo Valley Men’s shed is slowly becoming a reality and we know we can call on Gareth who has a great interest in ensuring our dreams for the Shed will come to fruition in the shortest possible time.

“Once again thanks Gareth from all us fellows for a great result,’’ Mr Preston concluded.

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