By Jessica Micallef
The Kyneton Football Netball Club will soon be cooking on a whole new level.
The club has received a grant of more than $13,000 to revamp its canteen at Kyneton Showgrounds as part of the federal government’s Stronger Communities Programme.
The money will enable upgrades of cabinetry, sink and tapware, installation of waterproofed flooring and purchase of a deep fryer.
Club president Karen O’Sullivan said the grant was a great way to kick-start the year.
“A new canteen will put smiles on the faces of many volunteers and canteen co-ordinators,” she said.
“An upgraded kitchen will be a much welcome addition to the Kyneton Football Netball Club social clubrooms, one that can be used widely by other community groups as well as help us to maximise our fundraising.”
Ms O’Sullivan said the canteen was due for an upgrade.
“The oven is not in use, there are powerpoint leads everywhere … it’s not user friendly,” she said.
Bendigo MP Lisa Chesters said the club was a worthy recipient of the grant.
“The refurbishment will not only benefit Kyneton Football Netball Club in terms of revenue and service to members and the public, but will also be a considerable benefit to all Kyneton Showground users, their members, and the general public supporting their events,” Ms Chesters said.
“Kyneton Football Netball Club does a great job in creating a sense of belonging and social inclusion, and building a stronger local community.
“I commend the hard work of the Kyneton Football Netball Club on their excellent and innovative application.”
The club is one of 12 central Victorian organisations that received a combined total of $150,000.
Refurbishment on the canteen will begin in a few weeks and is expected to be completed by April 13.
