Newcastle organisation, Friends of the Schoolmasters House have received $2,400 in funding to commemorate the service and sacrifices of local veterans through the latest round of the Albanese Government’s Saluting Their Service (STS) Commemorative Grants Program.
The funding will go towards installing a bronze plaque to commemorate local Ash Island service personnel.
Across Australia, more than $1 million in grant funding will be shared amongst 90 successful applicants.
Member for Newcastle, Sharon Claydon said:
“The grants awarded through Saluting Their Service are a crucial way for local communities to honour veterans and their families.”
“I’m proud the Albanese Labor Government is supporting veterans and veteran organisations in our community. Friends of the Schoolmasters House will now be able to commemorate local Ash Island service personnel, providing long-overdue recognition.
“The current round of Saluting our Service Grants closes on 20 June, and I encourage everyone with a potential commemorative project in Newcastle to put in an application.”
Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, the Hon Matt Keogh MP said:
“Saluting Their Service grants support local communities undertake projects that recognise and commemorate the service and sacrifice of our Defence personnel, veterans and their families.”
“Many older communities around Australia have cenotaphs and memorials dating back to World War I, but as an ever growing country we need to ensure Australia’s history is understood, and modern conflicts, and the service of modern veterans is recognised.”
“Australia’s service personnel come from all corners of our vast nation, this program ensures that the stories of local heroes are known, and recognised.”
“There are several significant commemorations in 2024, including the 25th Anniversary of INTERFET and the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. I would encourage anyone thinking about a project commemorating these two significant events in Australia’s military history to apply.”
Saluting Their Service Grant Recipient:
| Recipient | Funding description | Amount Sought | Amount Received |
| Friends of the Schoolmasters House Incorporated | Install a bronze plaque to commemorate local Ash Island service personnel. | $2,400 | $2,400 |
STS is an ongoing national grants program aimed at honouring the history of Australia’s Defence personnel, veterans, and their families.
Applications for the next round of STS grants are open until 20 June 2024.
Grants are available to a wide range of applicants, including ex-service organisations, community groups, schools and local councils.
STS Grants come in two categories:
- Community Grants: Up to $10,000 for local, community-based commemorative activities.
- Major Grants: Between $10,001 and $150,000 for significant commemorative projects with national, state, territory, or regional impact.
To find out more, or apply for a grant, visit: https://www.grants.gov.au/Go/Show?GoUuid=8f80a57c-4453-4014-8ef3-7ce786b356d7