CONSTRUCTION is under way on the Jan Juc Surf Lifesaving Club\u2019s new building, but the Liberal Nationals have made an election commitment to tip in another half a million dollars.<\/p>\n
The state Labor and federal Coalition governments have both contributed $2 million to the $5 million project, with the club itself contributing the remaining $1 million.<\/p>\n
Demolition of the 1960s-era building began in mid-September, and construction of the new building \u2013 which will be the same height as the previous building but dug further into the ground, making it about one and a half times the size \u2013 is expected to be finished by late next year.<\/p>\n
South Barwon MP Andrew Katos made the election pledge at the Jan Juc SLSC\u2019s annual fundraising lunch, held earlier this month.<\/p>\n
\u201cJan Juc Surf Life Saving Club has made a huge contribution to participation in the local community and it\u2019s only fair that they receive the support they deserve,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis upgrade will continue to improve access for the club members, volunteers and the community I am beyond proud to have advocated for this result.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs the local Member of Parliament, I am proud to be continually fighting for our grassroots clubs \u2013 and will continue to deliver for them.\u201d<\/p>\n
Shadow Minister for Emergency Services Brad Battin said modern facilities were vital to the training and ability of life savers to protect families at the beach.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis announcement supports the Liberal Nationals\u2019 plan to make Victorian beaches safer with new drone technology, improved facilities for Life Saving Victoria and respecting our local volunteers.<\/p>\n
\u201cOnly a Matthew Guy Government will deliver the much needed facilities for our life saving volunteers and support those who protect us.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
CONSTRUCTION is under way on the Jan Juc Surf Lifesaving Club\u2019s new building, but the Liberal Nationals have made an election commitment to tip in another half a million dollars. The state Labor and federal Coalition governments have both contributed $2 million to the $5 million project, with the club itself contributing the remaining $1 […]<\/p>\n