Goulburn is set to receive a $4.4 million boost in infrastructure, as part of a $207 million investment under Round 4 of the Federal Liberal and Nationals Government’s highly successful Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF).  

Federal Member for Hume Angus Taylor said the community-based project is a positive investment in the region’s future. 

“This is a fantastic outcome for Goulburn receiving $4.4m under this latest round of funding,” Mr Taylor said. 

“$4.4m is for the Goulburn Water Reuse Scheme through Goulburn Mulwarree Council and will drive economic growth and local jobs at a time we need them most. 

“The Goulburn Water Reuse Scheme will see the construction of a wide network of water infrastructure in Goulburn to connect seven designated sports and recreation facilities using high quality treat effluent. The System will have capacity to expand and provide treated effluent for industrial uses in the future. The length of the pipeline will be 19kms. This is a fantastic outcome for Goulburn. 

The parks and sportsgrounds that will benefit from the funding include;  Carr Confoy Fields, Victoria Park, Belmore Park, Goulburn Recreation Area, Hockey Facility, Cookbundoon, Fields, Hudson Park and Goodhew Park. The clubs to benefit include; Southern Tablelands Football Association (Soccer), Goulburn Hockey, Little Athletics, Goulburn Swans AFL, Harness Racing and Greyhound Clubs, all sports that utilise Carr Confoy for games and training, Goulburn Touch football, Cricket, Goulburn Rugby Union, Netball, Soccer teams and all recreational area users. 

Mr Taylor said, “Communities in Hume are continuing to show amazing spirit and strength as they support each other through these tough times and I am glad to see this latest round of BBRF will provide much-needed support at such a crucial time. 

“This game-changing project will transform our community and help ensure our productive and vibrant region remains strong, resilient and prosperous in the long term and I look forward to seeing the project boost economic prosperity across Goulburn.” 

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Michael McCormack said this funding injection to support 163 new infrastructure and community projects across drought-affected regional Australia came at a critical time for communities.  

“Regional Australians have endured the devastating effects of a prolonged drought which has affected communities across the country for many years,” Mr McCormack said. 

“In addition, regional Australia has withstood one of the most devastating bushfire seasons, floods and now a global pandemic – to say they’ve been hit hard in recent times, is an understatment. 

Minister for Drought David Littleproud said it was important now more than ever for the Australian Government to continue supporting drought-affected regions.  

“Through the BBRF, the Australian Government is continuing its long-standing commitment to regional Australia, making vital local projects a reality, driving economic development and creating stronger partnerships across our regional communities,” Mr Littleproud said. 

For a full list of successful projects, please visit www.business.gov.au/bbrf