TKT Ocean Beach Netball Club has received $1,000 from the Federal Labor Government’s 2023-24 Volunteer Grants Program.

The club will use the funding to support its volunteers by purchasing a new laptop computer to help with the administration of the club, as well as sporting equipment.

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP:

“Sport brings our community together and I am pleased to be able to support netball on the Central Coast, particularly on the Peninsula.

“The grant funding provided by the Federal Labor Government will help TKT Ocean Beach Netball Club improve its efficiency through improved technological capability.

“Additional sporting equipment will also strengthen the club and support its volunteers”, Dr Reid said.

Quotes attributable to TKT Ocean Beach Netball Club President, Michelle Giaquinto:

“The TKT Ocean Beach Netball Club is extremely grateful to have been awarded this volunteer grant.

“The funds will be utilized to enhance the administrative operations of our club by procuring a new computer and acquiring updated coaching and umpire resources.

“This grant will empower our volunteers to execute their tasks more efficiently and facilitate improved communication with our members, thereby fostering a stronger sense of camaraderie and belonging within the club.

“We thank Dr Reid for his support and the Federal Government”, Ms Giaquinto said.

The Australian Government’s Volunteer Grants support the work of local community organisations by enabling the inclusion of vulnerable people and promoting awareness to increase participation in volunteering.

Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 were available to assist eligible not-for-profit community organisations support the efforts of their volunteers.

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