Sam Kayal, the Liberal party candidate in Werriwa, says a Dutton Government would provide the Sabian Mandaean Association a $225,000 grant for security upgrades and social programs.
The association is an established community organisation dedicated to providing settlement services, capacity-building programs and cultural engagement initiatives.
Mr Kayal said the funding would deliver $50,000 worth of security upgrades at the Sabian Mandean Association premises in Liverpool, including the installation of security cameras, lighting, and doors as well as fencing, gates, and alarms.
The rest of the money, $175,000, would go towards the delivery of programs aimed at preventing local crime and addressing antisocial behaviour by at-risk youth.
“This commitment will strengthen our community and ensure locals can feel safer as they go about their daily lives,” Mr Kayal said.
“This commitment represents a direct and practical response to the concerns raised with me by local community leaders, from the Sabian Mandaean Association, and more broadly.”
Shadow minister for home affairs, Senator James Paterson, said Liverpool would be stronger, more secure, and better supported to tackle crime under a Dutton Coalition Government.
“Getting Australia back on track means keeping Australia safe – safe for families, safe for businesses, and safe for communities,” Senator Paterson said.
Shadow minister for foreign affairs, David Coleman, said this investment would support early intervention programs to steer young people away from crime and reduce reoffending.
“Sam has been steadfast in his advocacy for investments that will make a real difference to community safety across Werriwa and this commitment is the result of that advocacy,” Mr Coleman said.
