Two projects down in Casey’s coastal towns under the State Government’s Tiny Towns Fund Round 1 have been completed.
The State Government’s Tiny Towns Fund supports local projects in communities with a population of up to 5,000 people.
As part of Round 1 of the Tiny Towns Fund, Casey Council was successful in securing funding for two projects in Tooradin and Warneet.
As part of the beautification project, more than 200 trees were planted across Tooradin at parks and reserves, along streets, and at the Tooradin Public Hall.
Casey Council received $45,429 via the Tiny Towns Fund.
Council also contributed a further $45,429 towards the project. Funding went towards the supply of tree stock, site preparation, planting, installation of stakes and water wells, mulching, and future maintenance of the trees for two years.
As for the Warneet Recreation Reserve playground renewal, as part of the playground renewal works, all-abilities access and play equipment has been incorporated into the play space, including sensory items and nature play space/equipment.
Council invested $142,882 towards the project, with a further $50,000 contributed via the Tiny Towns Fund.
On Tuesday 5 August, the Hon. Harriet Shing, Minister for Development Victoria and Precincts, visited the project sites to view the completed projects.
Minister Shing was accompanied by Bass MP Jordan Crugnale, City of Casey Mayor Cr Stefan Koomen, Tooradin Ward Cr Jennifer Dizon, and City of Casey CEO Glenn Patterson.
“These projects are more than upgrades — they’re investments in connection, inclusion, and the future of our tiny towns,” Cr Dizon said.
Council has also been successful in securing funding for another three projects via Round 2 of the Tiny Towns Fund, including $43,422 for Blind Bight street and open space beautification, $44,784 for Devon Meadows street and open space beautification, and $50,000 for Irene Parade Playground renewal in Cannons Creek.
