Funds Secured for Newman Park Memorial Avenue
Orange Mayor Tony Mileto and Member for Orange Phil Donato recently welcomed Minister for Veterans David Harris to Orange as he announced nearly $250,000 in funding for war memorials across New South Wales.
Twenty-seven war memorials in 25 local government areas will receive grants from the NSW Government to support essential maintenance, ensuring the service and sacrifice of veterans are respectfully honoured statewide.
Grant Recipients and Purpose
The grants were allocated to councils, RSL sub-Branches, and community groups throughout cities, regional towns, and rural areas, spanning from Monaro to Lismore.
- Orange City Council received $12,265 for conservation work on the Newman Park Great War Memorial Avenue.
- Funds will cover paving replacement and minor landscaping improvements.
- The goal is to enhance accessibility and preserve the reflective commemorative features of the memorial.
"I am proud the Minns Labor Government is providing nearly $250,000 to help conserve 27 war memorials across NSW." — Minister for Veterans David Harris
"Preservation is key to honouring those who served, and this funding supports maintaining these important sites." — Member for Orange Phil Donato
Preservation: Member for Orange Phil Donato, Minister for Veterans David Harris, and Orange Mayor Tony Mileto at Newman Park.
These measures reaffirm the commitment to maintaining and celebrating the rich history and sacrifice of veterans across the state.
Author's summary: Nearly $250,000 in NSW government funding will preserve 27 war memorials, including improvements at Newman Park, reinforcing respect for veterans' sacrifices state-wide.