Local cricket club bowled over by $30,000 community grant from Heritage Highfields

Highfields & District Railway Bulldogs Cricket Club has received a major boost thanks to a $30,000 community grant from Heritage Highfields Community Branch. 

Presented by Heritage and joint venture partner Progressive Community Crows Nest, the community grant is a massive win for club, who will use it to provide uniforms to players of all age grades over the next three years. 

Annika Ehrlich, Secretary of Highfields & District Railway Bulldogs Cricket Club, said the grant has had a significant positive impact on both the club and its players.

“Beyond improvements to our training facilities and equipment, the funds will enable us to revamp our merchandise line, offering new and improved items that our players and supporters will be excited to wear,” Ms Ehrlich said. 

“The new merchandise has also created an additional revenue stream for the club, which is being reinvested into player development and community programs, further enhancing the overall experience for everyone involved with the club.

“The opportunity to apply for community grants through Heritage Highfields is invaluable, as it provides organisations like ours with the resources needed to thrive and contribute positively to the community.”

Heritage Highfields Community Branch Manager Aaron Jones said the grant would help Highfields & District Railway Cricket Club continue to bring the community together to share a love of the sport.

“This grant removes some of the financial load for new and existing players, making it easier for them to participate,” Mr Jones said.

“To know that the impact from this grant will carry over the next three years shows the strength of community banking and our community grants program. 

“Thanks to people doing their everyday banking at Heritage Highfields, we can return more back into the community through grants and sponsorships like this to local organisations and initiatives.”

PHOTO: Highfields & District Railway Bulldogs Cricket Club members (back row, from left) Dane Little, Liam Sciffer, Tony Morrish, Alan Donges, Tony Anderson. Front row, from left: Annika Ehrlich, Felix Ehrlich and Grace Lloyd.