COUNCILS and community organisations in Barker now have the opportunity to apply for a share of up to $1m in funding through the Australian Government Safer Communities Fund.
Grant applications for round three of the Safer Communities Fund are now open, following the Federal Government’s announcement of an additional $30m in funding from assets confiscated by the Commonwealth as proceeds of crime.
Member for Barker Tony Pasin said eligible security enhancement projects include initiatives such as closed circuit television, bollards, lighting and crime prevention through environmental design initiatives.
“As well as the infrastructure stream, the third round includes a separate early intervention stream for community organisations to deliver crime prevention or activity based youth engagement projects,” Mr Pasin said.
“By empowering local organisations and councils to improve their security infrastructure, addressing crime and anti-social behaviour, the initiative increases perceptions of safety and cohesion, fostering viable and vibrant communities into the future.”
Applications for the infrastructure stream close on September 25, while applications under the early intervention stream will open on August 28 and close September 25.
Visit www.business.gov.au/safer-communities-fund for more information.
