THREE district community groups will be enjoying improved facilities after winning Gambling Community Benefit Fund grants.
The Marburg and District Residents Group were granted $31,845, the Rosewood Bowls Club will receive $33,591 and the Haigslea State School P&C will receive $35,000.
Haigslea P&C President Erin Devey said that the $35,000 would be used to fund the first stage of replacing the school’s outdated playground equipment which was installed more than 20 years ago.
“It feels like a weight has been lifted as it is a lot of money that we have been trying to raise and without a lot of help, it was feeling more and more like an unattainable goal,” she said.
“This has been the main fundraising goal of our P&C Association for at least nine years so it is very exciting.
“The final design is yet to be decided but it will include bright modern equipment more suited to our students play needs and it will be an accessible piece for all students.
“It will also complement our new outdoor learning and nature play area.”
Principal Emily Robinson said she was looking forward to working with the P&C to deliver another great piece of equipment for the Haigslea students.
The Marburg and District Residents Group will use their grant to install new plumbing and drainage at the Green Shed in the Marburg Historical Park.
Group member Wendye Gratton said she was thrilled with the news.
“It will be great to be able to complete this project which was stipulated by the Ipswich City Council.”
New shade covers will be installed at the Rosewood Bowls Club with the Gambling Community Benefit Fund grant.
Club member Karen Kington said the outside area of the club would benefit from new shade covers to not only improve the overall appearance of the club but to benefit the members on hot days when they are bowling out on the green.
