Grants offered for local councils

Funding will be available to councils to encourage walking and cycling. Picture: File
Em Jensen

TWO new grants are available to councils and community organisations across the state. The state government will provide $60 million to encourage active transport across the state. The Get NSW Active program will offer funding to councils that encourage walking and riding. The Crown Reserve Improvement Fund has had its funding increased by $2 million […]

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