Close to $2 million to upgrade community spaces

Four projects across the state have been successful in receiving grant funding through the 2023-24 Open Space Grant Program, totalling $1.9 million to support the revitalisation and development of reimagined public spaces.

With matched funding of up to $500,000, these grants will provide the successful councils an opportunity to add vibrancy, increased activation and encourage social connections within local neighbourhoods.

A total of 45 applications were received, seeking $16,214,622 in funding. The successful projects include:

• Activating Hawthorn's Hidden Gem – City of Mitcham – $500,000
• Waite Street Reserve Upgrade – City of Mitcham – $400,000
• Celebrating Port Wakefield's Cultural Connection – Edward Street – Wakefield Regional Council – $500,000
• Barossa Creative Industries Centre - External Open Space Component – The Barossa Council – $500,000.

The successful councils will be responsible for delivering the projects which will provide important assets for their local community.