Parliament House Canberra ACT 2602
Telephone 02 6277 7820 Facsimile 02 6273 4140
The Hon Alan Griffin MP
Minister for Veterans’ Affairs
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Monday 15 February 2010
$104,000 FOR VETERAN HEALTH AND WELLBEING PROJECTS IN TAS
Encouraging veterans, war widows, widowers and their families to become involved in local
health and wellbeing activities, the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Alan Griffin, today announced
more than $104,000 in funding to support four initiatives across Tasmania.
“I am pleased to announce that more than $104,000 has been allocated to local and community
organisations in Tasmania through this round of the Veteran & Community Grants program,” Mr
Griffin said.
“The funding will benefit some 1600 veterans, war widows and widowers and their families by
supporting a range of initiatives including health, nutrition and exercise sessions.”
Mr Griffin said the grants demonstrate the Australian Government’s commitment to
organisations that care for the veteran community, and encourage veterans, war widows and
widowers and their families to become involved in local health and wellbeing activities.
“Veteran & Community Grants help fund local initiatives that improve access to community care
services and encourage social interaction through Day Clubs, Men’s Sheds and social
excursions,” Mr Griffin said.
“It is important that the veteran community has access to a range of programs where they can
learn skills to help them remain independent and active, particularly for the elderly living by
themselves.”
Veteran & Community Grants are available to ex-service and community organisations, veteran
representative groups and private organisations that contribute to the health and welfare of the
veteran community.
Local and community organisations interested in applying for funding are encouraged to visit
or 1800 555 254 (for non-metropolitan callers).
Media inquiries: Sasha Nimmo 0437 863 109
Editor’s note: A list of grant recipients is attached.
The VVCS – Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service can be contacted 24 hours a day, seven days a week on
1800 011 046.
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Veteran and Community Grants Tasmanian recipients—$104,947 – benefiting
more than 1600 veterans
Lenah Valley RSL Sub-branch will receive $55,457 to help install air-conditioning
and fix the club’s roof.
Claremont RSL Sub-branch will receive $12,528 to help purchase and install a
reverse cycle air-conditioner at the club.
Devonport RSL Sub-branch will receive $9548 to help replace worn carpet at the
club.
The Rosebery District RSL and Ex-service Club will receive $27,414 to help
upgrade kitchen and bathroom facilities at the club.
NEWS 
