THE HON MATT KEOGH MP
MINISTER FOR VETERANS’ AFFAIRS
MINISTER FOR DEFENCE PERSONNEL
THE HON STEPHEN JONES MP
ASSISTANT TREASURER
MINISTER FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES
MEMBER FOR WHITLAM
MEDIA RELEASE
Moss Vale RSL Sub-Branch has received $3,000 in funding to commemorate the service and sacrifices of local veterans through the latest round of the Albanese Government's Saluting Their Service (STS) Commemorative Grants Program.
The grant funding will be used to install plaques at Moss Vale RSL to commemorate post-Vietnam service.
Across Australia, more than $1 million in grant funding will be shared amongst 90 successful applicants.
STS is an ongoing national grants program aimed at honouring the history of Australia’s Defence personnel, veterans, and their families.
Applications for the next round of STS grants are open until 20 June 2024.
Grants are available to a wide range of applicants, including ex-service organisations, community groups, schools and local councils.
STS Grants come in two categories:
- Community Grants: Up to $10,000 for local, community-based commemorative activities.
- Major Grants: Between $10,001 and $150,000 for significant commemorative projects with national, state, territory, or regional impact.
To find out more, or apply for a grant, visit: https://www.grants.gov.au/Go/Show?GoUuid=8f80a57c-4453-4014-8ef3-7ce786b356d7
Quotes Attributable to Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Matt Keogh:
“Saluting Their Service grants support local communities undertake projects that recognise and commemorate the service and sacrifice of our Defence personnel, veterans and their families.”
“Many older communities around Australia have cenotaphs and memorials dating back to World War I, but as an ever-growing country we need to ensure Australia’s history is understood, and modern conflicts, and the service of modern veterans is recognised.”
“Australia’s service personnel come from all corners of our vast nation, this program ensures that the stories of local heroes are known, and recognised.”
“There are several significant commemorations in 2024, including the 25th Anniversary of INTERFET and the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. I would encourage anyone thinking about a project commemorating these two significant events in Australia’s military history to apply.”
Quotes attributable to Member for Whitlam Stephen Jones:
“Our community has a proud history of service in the Australian Defence Force, and these grants awarded through Saluting Their Service are a crucial way of honouring our local veterans and their families.
“I’m pleased Moss Vale RSL Sub-Branch has received this funding, and I can’t wait to see the new plaques on display at Moss Vale RSL.
“I encourage any other relevant local organisations to submit an application for the current Saluting Their Service grants round, which closes on 20 June.”
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