Northcote and Reservoir centres used by Greek seniors to receive $20,000 in Labor pledge

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Local Labor member for Cooper, Ged Kearney today announced that a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will support the upgrades of both the Northcote and Reservoir senior citizens centres, providing in total $20,000 in funding.

The centres are predominantly used by the Greek Ex-Servicemen’s Elderly Citizens Club of Darebin and Districts.

The first $10,000 election commitment will support the refurbishment of the kitchen in the Northcote Senior Citizens Centre and update to the sound system, allowing for local multicultural community groups to use the space for events and functions.

Northcote and Reservoir centres used by Greek seniors to receive $20,000 in Labor pledge

The second $10,000 election commitment for the Reservoir Senior Citizens Centre will support upgrades to the facilities. This will include new tables and chairs, a reverse cycle air conditioner and a new notice board helping to make the centre more welcoming for all communities to enjoy.

These centres play an important role in providing meeting spaces for several multicultural community organisations in Cooper and this will ensure that these meeting spaces are a vibrant and inviting place to gather.

Northcote and Reservoir centres used by Greek seniors to receive $20,000 in Labor pledge

Consistent with past practice, election commitments will be delivered in line with Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles.

Ms Kearney said, “These upgrades will help multicultural communities in Cooper have a warm and welcoming space to hold their meetings and events.”

“I have heard from the local community about the need for these upgrades, and this commitment will ensure that multicultural groups in Cooper have the facilities they deserve,” Ms Kearney added.

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