Grant applications for Round 2 of the Coalition Government’s Safer Communities Fund  are now open.

Federal Member for Hume Angus Taylor said the Safer Communities Fund delivered on the Coalition’s ongoing commitment to keep Australians safe and secure.

“Only safe communities can be strong and prosperous, and the best way to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour is to prevent it happening,” he said.

“Local councils and community organisations are invited to apply through this open competitive round for funding for security enhancement projects, such as CCTV, bollards and lighting.”

The Safer Communities Fund provides grants of up to $1 million for security infrastructure initiatives that address crime and anti-social behaviour and contribute to the safety of communities that may be at risk of racial and/or religious intolerance.

Mr Taylor said investment in security infrastructure at local crime hotspots would reduce fear of crime and contribute to greater community safety and resilience across Hume.

“I encourage potential applicants to contact my office to discuss their projects’ eligibility, and to receive all submission details,” he said.

“The Coalition has now committed more than $100 million to assist local communities in keeping our streets safe from crime and anti-social behaviour.

“We will continue to put funds towards projects that make our streets, communities, and our nation safer.”

Further information on the Safer Communities Fund is available on the Australian Government’s Safer Communities Fund website at www.business.gov.au/safer-communities-fund, or by calling 13 28 46.

Applications close on 14 November 2017.