SEVEN local projects commemorating the First World War have been boosted by a portion of funding courtesy of an Anzac Centenary grant scheme.
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Over $76,000 was made available to the New England region with Tenterfield shire set to benefit from approximately $20,000 of the funds.
Projects in Tenterfield, Urbenville, Liston, Mingoola, Steinbrook and Leech’s Gully will share in the money.
“The Anzac Centenary Local Grants Program supports the community through funding for projects that preserve the stories of local servicemen and women for generations to come,” Member for New England Barnaby Joyce said.
“These grants will complement the wider series of commemorative activities that have been developed throughout our electorate,” he said.
Minister for Veterans Affairs Michael Ronaldson said that the Centenary of Anzac would be the “most significant period of commemoration in our nation’s history”.
Tenterfield council will utilise $3,500 to purchase five touch screen computers for use at locations throughout the shire, creating an interactive historical display.
Urbenville will install two plaques while Leech’s Gully will restore their honour board.
A new flagpole and fencing will be installed at the First World War memorial at Liston, a new honour board will be erected at Steinbrook Hall and Mingoola will benefit from $2,500 to install a secure cabinet to house donated memorabilia.
Oracles of the Bush will receive $5,000 to go towards next year’s March event.
Further applications are now open for local groups to apply for funding through the Anzac Centenary Arts and Culture Fund Public Grants Program.
"The Anzac Centenary Arts and Culture Fund Public Grants Program will enhance our understanding of the Anzac legacy by assisting artists in the development, production, presentation, exhibition or performance of arts and culture projects,” Mr Joyce said.
Grants of up to $50,000 for artists, organisations and community groups are available for a wide range of arts and culture projects Mr Joyce said.
Tenterfield’s Anzac Centenary Steering Committee and Public Arts Committee are holding ongoing talks to discuss how to recognise Tenterfield’s history in the war.
Statues and plaques that could be erected in a renewed Bruxner Park have been discussed and chairperson of the Anzac committee Peter Reid said funding avenues would be explored.
