St John the Baptist church in Dongara, Geraldton’s Birdwood House receive State Government funding

A church and a military museum in the Mid West have received funding from the State Government to help future-proof the heritage sites for years to come.

St John the Baptist Anglican Church in Dongara received $50,000 as part of the WA Government’s Heritage Grants Program, which aims to protect and conserve heritage sites across the State.

The money will go towards damp remediation, drainage works and structural works.

Agricultural Region MLC Sandra Carr said the contribution was significant for the church.

“St John the Baptist Anglican Church, Dongara, is a significant and valued piece of the Shire of Irwin’s history,” she said.

“This funding will help preserve important local history so it can be enjoyed by the community now and into the future.”

Geraldton’s Birdwood House was given a grant of $34,844 to help with repairs.

These include masonry repairs, damp remediation and a conservation management plan.

The museum features military artefacts, including weapons, medals and letters.

The building also hosts the Geraldton RSL and Anzac Day and Remembrance Day services each year.