The Morrison and Andrews Governments will each provide $2.6 million to support Mildura children and families to connect with local services and improve.
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Providing support pathways for local carers at Mildura
Mildura Rural City Council has created Pathways for Carers to offer support and time out for local residents caring for loved ones.
Pathways for Carers is a joint project between Council, Interchange Outer East and the Victorian Government, offering monthly guided walks for local carers featuring complimentary morning tea and information sessions with local service providers.
Councillor for Community Development and Gender Equality Helen Healy said the project aimed to improve the well-being of local carers, describing them as ‘unsung heroes’ in our community.
“Caring for a loved one can be demanding and isolating, and many dedicated carers in our community give themselves tirelessly to providing this valuable support, but it can sometimes come at an emotional cost,” Cr Healy said.
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Linkages to the nearby Off Leash Dog Park
Councillor for Community Development and Gender Equality Helen Healy said the suite of works planned for the park would invigorate the area, make it safer and connect it to other features along Mildura’s popular riverfront precinct.
“There are several important drivers behind this exciting project, including feedback from our community,” Cr Healy said.
“Residents have told us they often feel unsafe when using the park, particularly around the public toilet area.
“To address this, the existing 40-year-old toilet block will be demolished and a new, safer and better-positioned facility established.”
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Grant funding for community projects at Mildura
Applications for Mildura Rural City Council’s latest round of funding grants are open until the middle of August, providing opportunities for community groups to apply for thousands of dollars for their projects or initiatives.
The latest round includes the new-look Community Grant program which combines what were previously known as the Community Project, Environmental Project and Arts Development grants into the one program.
Up to $10,000 is available through this program, which is open to not-for-profit community groups, taking in a very broad range of potential initiatives. Examples include:
Establishment of arts groups and/or support for existing groups