Senator Jana Stewart
Mutthi Mutthi and Wamba Wamba
Labor Senator for Victoria

The Hon Catherine King MP
Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government

The Albanese Government is making the Mallee an even better place to live, delivering over $6 million for two community infrastructure projects.

The projects successfully applied for funding under Round 2 of the Growing Regions Program, and include: 

• $4,805,000 for new Community Facility and Change Rooms at the Horsham City Oval precinct.
• $1,500,000 for the Deledio Recreation Reserve Pavilion Redevelopment.

These projects demonstrate the Government’s commitment to listening to local voices and funding priorities that benefit Victoria’s regions.

The Growing Regions Program is an Albanese Government initiative that funds infrastructure – like cultural and sporting hubs, town precincts and parks – to build community and improve liveability in remote, rural and regional Australia.

It provides funding of between $500,000 and $15 million per project, with $600 million being delivered nationwide under the program.  Projects have been chosen after a full merit-based selection process. For more information on the Growing Regions Program, including lists of successful projects, visit: www.infrastructure.gov.au/territories-regions-cities/regional-australia/regional-and-community-programs/growing-regions-program.  

Quotes attributable to Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King:

“We’re focused on making our regions even better places to live by delivering the infrastructure that forms the social fabric of our communities.

“It’s the places where people not only gather, but learn to participate in teamwork, to collaborate, and it's critical to social cohesion.

“We're really pleased to partner with regional councils and regional communities to provide the amenities they deserve.”

Quotes attributable to Senator Jana Stewart:

“The local community has been calling for the Deledio Recreation Reserve Pavilion Redevelopment and new facilities at the Horsham City Oval, and I’m thrilled to be able to deliver these projects for the people of the Mallee.

“These new investments come on the back of over $5 million funding in round 1 of the Growing Regions fund, and $650,000 through the Regional Precincts and Partnerships program to revitalise Swan Hill.

“Having grown up in the region I know how important it is to have quality sporting facilities no matter what your postcode is. I can’t wait to see the budding young sports stars enjoying the facilities!

“I’m proud to be part of a Government which believes in boosting our regions and building the infrastructure we need to thrive.”

22 JANUARY 2025          

MEDIA CONTACTS:
MINISTER KING – KALLISTA KAVAL 0474 048 152
SENATOR STEWART – HANNAH PURDY – 0438 003 838