Funding from a NSW community grant will be “lifechanging” for the Gosford 50+ Leisure and Learning Centre.
The $10,998 made available through the Government’s Community Building Partnership will provide the centre with new fridges and freezers, as well as TV monitors.
“Getting new fridges and freezers, in particular, will be lifechanging for us,” volunteer Jan Lawrence said. “We have a meal service every day, and we need to be able to plan in advance, so the freezers will really help with that.
“Our TVs are really old too, so we need to update those so people can use their laptops on them.”
Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch MP said the State Government funds will deliver much-needed improvements to local facilities in the region, such as the Gosford 50+ centre.
“Our over 50s centres are so essential for bringing together our community, serving as a gathering space for seniors to connect, form friendships and engage in activities,” Ms Tesch said.
“I would encourage seniors in our community to get involved in your local over 50s Centre, connecting with all the amazing offerings available.
“In particular, I would like to thank the volunteers who make the fantastic centres a reality.”
The Gosford electorate has secured $450,000 in funding for a total of 22 infrastructure projects through the $41 million CBP program.
Media Release from the Office of Liesl Tesch MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Families and Communities, Member for Gosford
