Grant monies was allocated from the Social Sector Transformation Fund, which supports small to medium sized social sector organisations to assist with modernisations and improvements.

Tobwabba Aboriginal Medical Service plans to put $20,000 funding towards the purchase and installation of computers, printers and desk phones for doctors and allied health workers.

The centre has exceeded its capacity to deliver primary and allied health services to the Worimi Aboriginal community in its existing facility.

Building works are currently underway to add a further eight medical and health-worker consultation rooms, funding will provide technology for the increased capacity.

The $50,000 allocated to Delhuntie Park Youth Care & Life Style Centre would put towards purchasing computers and improving communications.

The centre is unable to access mobile phone and internet data.

This will develop communication with stakeholders and clients for on-site and remote programs which are vital in creating self-worth and resilience in young people as well as suicide prevention for at risk youth including indigenous peoples.

"Social services organisations play a pivotal role delivering support to some of the most vulnerable people in our community," Member for Myall Lakes, Stephen Bromhead said.

"They've had to adapt how they deliver services during the pandemic and this funding will help them invest in improved business processes, technology upgrades and new ways of reaching out to their communities."

The Social Sector Transformation Fund supports organisations working in the social and health services sector, including homelessness, housing, disability, youth, health and child and family services.

First Steps Count, Taree will use $50,000 to purchase and install critical IT equipment and infrastructure to ensure the centre can run using efficient business practices.

In planning for 12 years, stage one of the centre will be constructed in 2021-22 with operations to begin mid-2022.

Manning Valley Neighbourhood Services, Wingham will use $20,000 to modernise and transform its ICT to establish secure, reliable and flexible services.

This will in turn allow it to improve service delivery and cost effectiveness, while building workforce capability by having digital systems in place to support training, flexible work practices, data management, and improved processes.

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