Umina Bunnies Junior Rugby League Football Club (JRLFC) has received $5,000 from the Federal Labor Government’s 2023-24 Volunteer Grants.

The football club will use the funds to cover the costs involved with volunteer first aid accreditation, first aid uniforms, first aid kits, and sports equipment to ensure the viability of the club.

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

“Umina Bunnies JRLFC is an excellent sports organisation, supporting and nurturing the development of young rugby league players.

“The Federal Labor Government wants to promote and enhance our local sporting clubs.

“It is important that our young are active from an early age and continue to live healthy lifestyles as they mature.

“I commend the club, its president, leadership team, and all the players, on receiving Federal Government support”, Dr Reid said.

Quotes attributable to Umina Bunnies JRLFC President, Shannon Michie:

“We the Umina Bunnies JRLFC are so grateful for Dr Reid’s assistance with the grant. 

“Our wonderful Junior Vice President David Murray obtained the grant for our club to assist with our volunteers’ costs for education - sports first aid accreditations, specific first aid clothing for games, first aid kits, and equipment needed for our many players, and teams. 

“These volunteers are a vital part of our rugby league community and as the club grows the need for more supporting staff increases”, Mr Michie said.

To get involved with the Umina Bunnies JRLFC, visit:  https://uminabunniesjrlfc.com.au/

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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