War memorials at Bellata, Baradine and Condobolin will together receive a total of more than $15,000 to preserve them for future generations.
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The NSW government has provided the grants through the Community War Memorial Fund, which assists in the restoration and maintenance of the structures.
Member for Barwon Kevin Humphries welcomed the funding announcement, saying he was happy to see memorials in small towns across the electorate recognised.
"The Bellata War Memorial Hall Committee will receive $7000 to go towards painting the exterior of the memorial hall, while in Condobolin, $2000 in funding will help the Condobolin and District Historical Society to regenerate trees on Diggers Avenue," Mr Humphries said.
"A further $6960 has been gained by the Baradine & District Progress Association to repair the Baradine Pool Memorial, including replacing the mortar and re-sitting the sandstone blocks, filling in bolt holes, re-sitting the plaques and repairing damaged stonework."
Minister for Veterans Affairs David Elliott said as Australia commemorated the Centenary of Anzac, it was important to ensure community war memorials were preserved. He said the NSW government would provide more than $140,000 in a record 31 grants in 2015 and 20 First World War memorials were among the recipients.
"The memorials are a reminder of the sacrifice made by thousands of soldiers who served their country and it is essential these monuments stand strong and proud," Mr Elliott said.
RSL NSW president Rod White AM said he was delighted by the collaboration between the RSL, government and community groups.