Eleven infrastructure projects at the Newcastle Port have been given $1.1 million in funding by the NSW Government.
The projects will share the funds which have been allocated from the Newcastle Port Community Contribution (NPCC) fund.
Community and not for profit organisations are set to receive 75 per cent of the funding to create projects that will benefit surrounding communities.
Deputy Premier John Barilaro said funding will support the construction of an inclusive play space with waterplay at Foreshore Park, the installation of seabins and delivery of workshops to encourage responsible waste disposal, installation of solar lighting on Throsby Creek and restoration works at Norm Bassan Lions Park Memorial and Customs House Hotel.
“This funding will also support stage two of the Fortress Newcastle Exhibition which showcases the critical role the region played in WWII as Australia’s largest integrated steel-making facility,” Barilaro said.
“These 11 projects will continue to showcase Newcastle Port as a vibrant and historically significant area and I congratulate the successful applicants for their dedication to improving the precinct and thank them for their significant contributions that will help bring these exciting new projects to life.”
NPCC grants are directed towards projects that benefit the environment, public domain, infrastructure, heritage restoration, activation, smart technology or community.
“This fund is enabled by the long-term lease of the Port of Newcastle and is breathing new life into the area and benefiting the community by delivering projects that will improve everyday life and local liveability,” Barilaro said.
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