Applications now open for Safer Streets in Wide Bay
22nd December, 2015
Federal Member for Wide Bay and Deputy Prime Minister today called for applications for local community safety and crime prevention initiatives under Round 2 of the Coalition Government’s Safer Streets Programme. Mr Truss said up to $29.4 million in grants for local government and eligible incorporated not-for-profit organisations, community groups, and chambers of commerce is available nationally for projects that reduce crime and improve community safety.
“The Liberal Nationals Government is committed to improving the safety and security of local communities and our Safer Streets Programme helps to deter criminal activity,” Mr Truss said.
“Security infrastructure such as CCTV cameras and security lighting add an additional layer of protection against crime and contribute to improved community safety and resilience.
“The presence of CCTV cameras causes would be criminals to think before they act, helping to stop crime before it occurs, as the chance of them getting caught on camera is high.
“I encourage potential applicants to contact my office to discuss their projects and to receive application details.”
Fraser Coast, Gympie and Noosa Councils all received funding under Round 1 of the program and CCTV cameras have now been installed at Kent Street Maryborough, Apex Park Gympie, and Noosa Junction.
“More than $19 million in funding has already been awarded under Round 1 of the Programme for projects across 150 locations to deliver security enhancements such as better lighting and CCTV in retail, entertainment and commercial precincts.
“The Safer Streets Programme uses proceeds of crime to fund local crime prevention projects, so yesterday’s crimes help prevent the crimes of tomorrow.”
Further information on the Safer Streets Programme is available at www.ag.gov.au. To apply, please visit www.ag.gov.au/CrimeAndCorruption/CrimePrevention/Pages/ProceedsofCrimeAct.aspx
Applications close 2pm on 17 February 2016.
