Anzac legacy preserved through funding programs

STATE government grants are helping two community organisations to build and repair various war memorials.

Buninyong’s RSL Sub-Branch has received $16,700 to aid with restoration works along the Cambrian Hill Avenue of Honour, while Child and Family Services in Ballarat received $4100 to refurbish the Arthur Kenny Avenue of Honour.

Minister for Veterans Robin Scott stressed the importance of honouring veterans.

“We owe it to our veterans to honour their legacy and preserve their stories for future generations – that’s even more important in these challenging times,” he said.

The Cambrian Hill Avenue of Honour project will replant two missing trees, while also installing plaques under each tree and new signage.

The Arthur Kenny Avenue of Honour will have its interpretive signage refurbished, following damages as a result of vandalism and harsh weather conditions.

Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle said it’s great to see funding put towards the Cambrian Hill Avenue of Honours’ completion.

“Forty names of men from Cambrian Hill are listed in war records, with thirteen killed. Our veterans fought for our shared values as Victorians and these projects will ensure their memories live on,” she said.

Sixty-three projects have been announced across the state, totalling $700,000 in government grants.

The funding is part of four grant programs, including Victoria Remembers, Restoring Community War Memorials and Avenues of Honour, the Anzac Day Proceeds Fund and the 75th Anniversary of the End of World War Two.