A day on the water or sitting back and enjoying a meal at the Coffs Harbour Yacht Club will be a little easier for people of all abilities thanks to the NSW Government’s Regional Tourism Activation Fund.
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said $450,000 would allow the Yacht Club to undertake accessibility upgrades including building modifications to the clubhouse at the Jetty Foreshores.
“The club plans on constructing disabled access to all areas of the clubhouse, as well as building a disabled toilet area to ensure the club can be enjoyed by people of all abilities,” Mr Singh said.
“The accessibility will be ideal for families with babies in prams and strollers.
“A lot has changed since 1975 when the club opened, and these accessibility upgrades will provide full and equal access of services and facilities for everyone.”
Coffs Harbour Yacht Club Vice Commodore Garth McGilvray said this significant funding is fantastic news.
“The club is excited to receive this grant and is planning to work with the NSW Government to further enhance the facilities for the benefit of water sports in Coffs Harbour and the region,” Mr McGilvray said.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the Regional Tourism Activation Fund is helping establish unique tourism experiences that attracts visitors and showcases what our regions have to offer.
“Projects backed through the Regional Tourism Activation Fund will give domestic and international visitors more great reasons to holiday away from the city,” Mr Toole said.
“We are ensuring everyone has the opportunity to experience our regional communities, with funding to support accessibility and inclusion improvements such as lifts in multi-level venues and clear access pathways.”
