Community hall gets a facelift

The Bays Community Hall has received a $28,000 facelift with the help of two State Government grants, according to the Bays Community Group president Mr Bob Puffett.

Mr Puffett said the major improvements to the hall could not have been completed without the funding relief.

"The first grant under the Community Building Partnerships for $9500 enabled the construction and erection of much-needed new fire stairwell.

"The next grant from the Department of Environment and Climate Change provided $18,700 for insulation, new heat pump hot water, energy-efficient lighting and a new awning over the entrance to the building.

"Local tradesmen and local small businesses did a great job and were very proud of their work and what was achieved for residents.

"Volunteers from the community assisted where possible with painting and other associated works.

"There is local pride in The Bays and our hall is the focal point here for events and functions and these improvements really make a difference.

"The works also stand as an example for people wanting to see what can be done to reduce energy consumption and meet targets to assist with the management of energy conservation and the environment."

Press release, 19 May 2010 Bob Puffett, The Bays Community Group