Page MP Kevin Hogan with Ballina Mayor David Wright at Pimlico Hall yesterday. Photo supplied.
Yesterday the Federal Member for Page, Kevin Hogan, announced $70,000 of funding for upgrades to Wardell and Pimlico Halls, in Ballina Shire.
Planned improvements to the halls will make them safer and compliant with modern building standards. Wardell Hall improvements underway. Photo supplied.
Acknowledging the important role played by community halls in the community, Mr Hogan said, ‘This funding will allow for various repairs and improvements at Pimlico Hall, including new handrails on the ramps, upgraded door, interior and exterior repainting, and accessible parking and pathways.
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Grants for $70,000 will support upgrades for two Northern Rivers community halls.
Wardell and Pimlico Halls need to make improvements to their facilities to make them safer and compliant with building standards.
Page MP Kevin Hogan highlighted the importance of the upgrades.
“This funding will allow for various repairs and improvements at Pimlico Hall, including new handrails on the ramps, upgraded door, interior and exterior repainting, and accessible parking and pathways,” Mr Hogan said. Page MP Kevin Hogan with Ballina Shire mayor David Wright and members of the community.
“Wardell Hall upgrades will include new roofing, removal of asbestos from underneath the hall, new kitchen and toilets, and improved emergency exit ramps.
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