Community
23 May, 2025
Cash boost for Allansford footpaths
PEDESTRIAN movement in Allansford has taken a step forward thanks to a $50,000 grant from the state government.
Warrnambool mayor Cr Ben Blain said the funds would contribute to the cost of a footpath to the Schrader Park Playground and another section of footpath along Frank Street to Allansford Primary School.
He welcomed the recent announcement by Minister for Regional Development Jaclyn Symes.
“This funding is particularly timely given that during the consultation for the Council Plan earlier this year a number of residents urged council to build or improve footpaths in Allansford,” Cr Blain said.
“This funding will see about 300 metres of footpath added to Allansford in a high priority area.
“We thank the state government for the funding support.”
It’s anticipated the footpath will be constructed in the 2025-2026 financial year.
The funding for Allansford was one of 159 successful projects worth over $5.1 million in round two of the Tiny Towns Fund, which is for rural and regional towns of fewer than 5,000 people.
From walking track upgrades to community centre renovations, grants of between $5,000 and $50,000 will help regional communities flourish, boost tourism and support local workers during project development.
Almost 350 projects are being supported through both rounds of the Tiny Towns Fund across more than 300 towns.
“The Tiny Towns Fund is all about investing in projects that locals are passionate about,” Ms Symes said.
“From community halls and sporting facilities to new walking tracks and strengthening the regional art scene, we’re supporting our smallest towns to become even better places to live, work, stay and play.”
