MEMBERS of the Fraser Coast Swim Club no longer need to borrow tray back utes or worry about the floor falling out of their rusty old trailer.
A major sponsorship of over $7000 from the Hervey Bay RSL Community Grants Program has made attending swim meets around Queensland much easier with the purchase of an 8x5 custom enclosed cargo trailer with colourful signwriting.
President Kyleigh Metcalfe said the trailer is now a permanent home for the club’s four marquees, trolley, weights and dress up costumes used by club members at out-of-town events.
She said the flash new outfit has been a blessing to members and their families.
“We had a really old cage trailer and the floor had rusted out and, in the meantime, we used our work ute but the tub was getting damaged from throwing everything in all the time,” Kyleigh said.
“So, whoever is taking the trailer now, can just pull it out from the shed, hook it on and off they go”.
“It has just made life so much easier. We can’t thank the RSL enough for their support”.
Kyleigh said being able to transport the marquees without fail also means the club can always provide essential protection from the sun.
“With temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees in some parts of Queensland, providing shade is crucial to the well-being and comfort of our participants and their families”.
“The trailer will also ensure the longevity of our marquees tents by offering secure storage”.
“Previously the tents were stored outside an old clubhouse, exposing them to the weather”.
“We can now safeguard all our valuable assets, ultimately reducing replacement costs”.
Fraser Coast Swim Club trains at Kick Swim Centre on Islander Road in Pialba and welcome swimmers of all abilities.
To find out more visit their Facebook page or website kickswimcentre.com.au
Over $4.9 million has gone back into the local community through donations, in-kind support and sponsorship since the inception of the Hervey Bay RSL Community Grants program over ten years ago.
If you are looking for assistance with your community organisation, applications and guidelines for applying to the program can be found at www.herveybayrsl. com.au under the ‘contact us’ tab.
You can also contact Kerrie Alexander on 4197 7444 or email community@herveybayrsl.com.au
