Procurement

At least another $200 million in local stimulus

Aiza Mabayag Nov 3, 2020

2 min read

The State Budget will deliver an additional $100 million investment in local infrastructure projects to be matched dollar for dollar by local governments to leverage at least $200 million in vital job creation projects during the next two years.

” Community infrastructure projects would be at the heart of the $200 million stimulus package that will service local communities and create thousands of local jobs as part of the Government’s COVID-19 stimulus fightback,” Premier Steven Marshall said.

“This investment will create a surge of employment for local tradies and suppliers whilst delivering a welcome legacy of community assets that will benefit South Australians for generations. The wonderful job South Australians have done in controlling COVID-19 enables us to begin rebuilding our economy.,” Premier Steven sai

“Now is the time to invest in ourselves and our

future, the impact of COVID-19 presents the greatest challenge to our economic prosperity since the Great Depression. Local Government has a critical role to play is ensuring local communities are supported through this extremely challenging time,” said Attorney-General Vickie Chapman.

The Local Government Infrastructure Partnership Program will fund the construction of new community infrastructure facilities and the upgrade of existing facilities.

The Partnership Program will be available to fund new libraries, community centres, performance spaces, museums, galleries, child care centres, swimming pools and gyms.

New roads, stormwater infrastructure, investment in energy projects, park infrastructure, walking and cycling trails will also attract funding from the Partnership Program.

“The Marshall Government was the first state government to announce a stimulus package to counter the economic downturn created by COVID-19 and has continued to invest heavily in local job creation projects. Councils need to take up the challenge of investing in their communities today to create vital new jobs and deliver improved community assets. This investment of at least $200 million will only further enhance South Australia’s enviable lifestyle, ” said Attorney-General Vickie.