Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines recently welcomed more than $527,000 in Commonwealth funding to help preserve three nationally significant heritage sites across the electorate, in Wodonga, Beechworth and Yea.
The funding, secured through the Australian Heritage Grants Program, will support projects at the Yea Flora Fossil Site, Bonegilla Migrant Experience and the Beechworth Historic Precinct.
The successfully funded projects will receive:
• $247,090 for the City of Wodonga Bonegilla Migrant Experience for conservation on historic buildings
• $240,000 for Indigo Shire Council to deliver a contemporary, comprehensive Conservation Plan for the Beechworth Administration Precinct, and
• $40,000 for Murrindindi Shire Council to prepare a Heritage Management Plan for the Yea Flora Fossil Site.
“Our region has a rich past, and these sites help us understand that history,” Dr Haines said.
“Protecting them will mean preserving shared stories and strengthening local connection.
“From the ancient fossil beds at Yea, to the historic streets of Beechworth, to the migrant stories preserved at Bonegilla, these sites connect us to the people and events that have shaped our region.
“These projects will help protect important places, support tourism across the north-east and ensure these stories continue to be shared for generations to come.
“Congratulations to everyone involved in securing this funding — this is a fantastic outcome.”
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