HINTERLAND community groups have benefited big from the latest Gambling Community Benefit Fund round, with local not-for- profit organisations sharing in a bumper $114,141 Glass House electorate regional allocation.
Peachester State School P&C topped the tally with a grant of $35,000 followed by the Mooloolah Community Men’s Shed successfully gaining $34,991. Other local recipients include Peachester Community Hall ($17,000), Maleny District Sports and Recreation Club ($9,350), Maternity Choices Australia ($9,000) and the Country Music Maleny Hinterland Music Club ($6,800).
Chuck Clutterbuck, Secretary of the Mooloolah Community Mens Shed said the grant would be used to purchase new metal working and wood work equipment for the shed.
“It’s very exciting for us, and great news for the shed, its members and the community!” he said
