More than $15,000 has been spent on the Yetman War Memorial Hall, with newly completed safety and visual upgrades.
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The War Memorial Hall has had its ceilings and walls painted, with the floor sanded and polished. The funding, which totalled $15,343 came from the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnerships fund.
Member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall said the upgrades weren’t just a cosmetic touch-up.
“With the hall used by locals of all ages, good flooring ensures young children don’t get splinters and older folks can have stable footing,” Mr Marshall said.
“The hall has seen several upgrades over the past few years – and it’s really a different facility compared to when Charmaine Potter spearheaded the campaign for renewal”
“With the funding, Yetman banded together to paint the hall. That shows not only how much the war memorial hall means to the community, but also the passion that brings the small town together.”
The upgrades have gone hand in hand with Inverell Shire Council, who assisted with fans and ceiling upgrades.
Yetman Hall and Progress Association president Kate Dight said the hall is a vital part of the community.
“The memorial hall really is the cornerstone of the township,” Mrs Dight said.
“The aged community use it at least once a week if not more, many different groups use it well and it’s patronised by the full community. People of all ages use it for the space and kitchen”
This year in particular, the facility will get a workout. Yetman Public School will celebrate 150 years – and ANZAC Day promises to draw large crowds to the town.
In 2015, the hall received a new shade awning and fence through Community Building Partnership funding.
Next on the committee’s radar is upgrading toilet facilities and providing some air-conditioning.