Community
14 January, 2025
ANZAC Day grants
COMMUNITY grants supporting commemorative activities for ANZAC Day and the Battle of the Coral Sea have been revealed.
Cassowary Coast Regional Council has approved grants totalling $16,000 to eligible organisations.
A council spokeswoman said the funds would support community-driven events that brought the community together to remember the service and sacrifice of Australia’s service personnel.
“Their efforts help preserve our history and traditions and bring our community together to honour the service of those that have gone before us,” she said.
Funded projects:
Cardwell RSL Sub Branch – $2000 for the Cardwell ANZAC Day event
El Arish Community Sports and Recreational Association – $2000 for the El Arish ANZAC Day event
Cardwell and District Historical Society – $2000 for the Battle of the Coral Sea Commemoration event
Tully RSL Sub Branch – $5000 for the Tully ANZAC Day event
Innisfail RSL Sub Branch – $5000 for the Innisfail ANZAC Day event.
