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Organisations Receive Funding for Employment Pathways

April 18, 2023 9:11 am in by

Two Ceduna organisations will receive almost $10.5 million in Federal Government funding, helping provide locals with pathways to employment.

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Through the Community-led Solutions Economic Development grant program, the Ceduna Aboriginal Corporation will receive $6 million to provide a purpose-built cultural facility, improving economic and social wellbeing.

In partnership with Southern Launch, the Koonibba Community Aboriginal Corporation will also receive nearly $4.5 million to invest in the construction of a permanent rocket launch facility and space observatory in the area, creating new jobs and income.

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Minister for Social Services, Amanda Rishworth, said the selected organisations will provide pathways to jobs, from small infrastructure projects to on the job training.

Pictured: Members of the Koonibba community on site at the Koonibba Test Range in 2022.

Photo: Southern Launch (supplied)

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