By Jessica Anstice
Mount Burnett Observatory will receive $10,752 federal funding to restore its iconic log cabin.
The popular tourist attraction welcomes over 1000 visitors per year and the log cabin, an astronomical treasure, is used about 200 times per year and is the main focus for activities.
However, over the years the cabin has developed leakage issues and is no longer weather tight.
The project will see the cabin restored so that members and visitors have a warm, dry, comfortable and most importantly, safe space to learn astronomy in.
The Federal Government has committed $150,000 to fund up to 20 local community infrastructure projects across the electorate of La Trobe.
The funding is part of a $22.65 million investment nationwide under round five of the Stronger Communities Program.
La Trobe MP, Jason Wood, said local infrastructure projects are what help bring the community together, strengthen connections, build community participation and create vibrant and viable communities into the future.
“Stronger Communities Program was aimed at funding projects that deliver social benefits as part of the government’s continuing commitment to strengthen communities across Australia,” Mr Wood said.
“Our local communities are the heart of this great country and this investment in local projects under the Stronger Communities Program is about invigorating these communities and ensuring their continued success.
“The program will fund small capital projects in each of the 151 federal electorates, which can range from upgrading the local community hall or sporting facility, building new bike paths, or providing essential equipment for the local state emergency services.”
