Volunteer groups get a healthy boost

It has been great to see so many volunteer groups in my electorate benefit from the last round of Volunteer Grants and I congratulate all of those involved, and I thank you for your service.Across my electorate of Dawson, 40 organisations have received a total of $166,946 and this will benefit 1055 volunteers as well as the wider community they serve.The regional breakdown is as follows:Mackay region – 13 groups received a total of $58,496Whitsunday/Bowen region – 8 groups received a total of $35,303Burdekin region – 14 groups received a total of $53,655South Townsville and Alligator Creek – 5 groups received a total of $19,492