Kaipara funds open space projects

Community groups in Kaipara who are involved in enhancing public open space are invited to apply for funding from Kaipara District Council’s Reserves Contributions Fund.

Last year, council distributed just over $258,000 to eight groups including Kaiwaka Can ($136.000), Kaiwaka Sports Association ($1900), Mangawhai Tracks Trust ($16,500), Maungaturoto Residents Association ($1945), Mangawhai Activity Zone ($56,000) and Paparoa Progressive Inc ($19,250).

The total pool of funds this year is $250,000.

The objective is to help groups create, improve and re-prioritise how open spaces and reserves are used in their communities.

Projects could include landscaping, equipment provision or developing walking tracks.

All applicants must be legal not-for-profit entities and have a volunteer component to the project. Applications close on July 17.

Info: Community and engagement advisor (funding) Jenny Rooney grants@kaipara.govt.nz