Singleton community given almost $2 million to put toward bus crash memorial, clubhouse upgrades

The Singleton community, still deeply mourning the loss of the 10 killed in last month’s Greta bus crash, will be awarded an almost $2 million cash injection to erect a permanent memorial and expand the local footy clubhouse.The $1.7 million funding boost from the NSW government aims to “enhance community and social recovery efforts” following the loss of several members of the Singleton Roosters club during the tragedy on the June long weekend.Announcing the move, NSW Premier Chris Minns said it was “appropriate that a commemoration is built” to mark the loss of lives and “their legacy in the community”. Many of the victims in the bus crash were local to the Hunter Valley area. (Photo by Roni Bintang / Getty Images)”The tragedy in Greta was felt right across NSW,” he said.”This investment recognises the emotional toll of the recent bus tragedy, providing a space for healing and unity within the Singleton community.””This clubhouse expansion will be of great benefit for the Singleton Roosters AFC and the wider community, empowering them to grow, host events, competitions, and gatherings that will enrich the social fabric of the region and help the local community heal.”NSW Premier Chris Minns said it was “appropriate
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