Guy Barnett,Minister for Veterans’ Affairs
The Tasmanian majority Liberal Government recognises the valuable contribution of Tasmania’s service men and women and is committed to supporting veterans and ex-serving members in Tasmania.
The Teddy Sheean Memorial Grants Program was established as a tribute to the bravery and sacrifice made by Tasmanian sailor Ordinary Seaman Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean, who gave his life for his country and fellow shipmates during a battle in 1942 off the coast of East Timor.
The Grants Program honours Teddy Sheean as a representative of the many Tasmanians who selflessly gave their lives for others in the defence of this country.
The Program will provide grants of up $10,000 for minor capital works and $5,000 for equipment purchases for RSL clubs, sub-branches and ex-serving organisations.
The Program will also provide grants of up to $5,000 towards the repair and maintenance of war memorials, and construction of new memorials.
A total of $100,000 was allocated for 2019-20 across two rounds of $50,000.
The Teddy Sheean Memorial Grants Program is part of the Government’s record package of more than $750,000 in additional funding to support Tasmania’s veterans, ex-service personnel and their families.
Guidelines and application forms are available from Department of Communities Tasmania website at www.communities.tas.gov.au/csr
