FEDERAL Member for Wide Bay and Deputy Prime Minister, Warren Truss has announced the latest round of successful applicants from the Australian Government’s Local Sporting Champions program.
“It is pleasing to see so many talented young sporting men and women in our region, competing in state and national competitions,” Mr Truss said.
“I congratulate the winners and I hope that the funding will help them to achieve their sporting goals.
“The Local Sporting Champions program assists young sportsmen, women and teams, to compete in significant competitions, such as state and national championships.
“Grants of $500 per individual are available for people aged between 12 and 18 years to meet the costs of participating in those events, including travel, equipment, uniforms, and accommodation.
The successful local applicants include: Nicholas Sloman, Peregian Beach, Australian Pool Rescue Championship; Jessica Mcmaster, Tewantin, Australian Pool Rescue Championship; Shinai Gibbins, Tewantin, National Softball Titles; and
Olivia Emanuel, Sunshine Beach, Australian Pool Rescue Championship.
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