Member for Gilmore, Fiona Phillips MP and Member for Bega, Dr Michael Holland MP are thrilled to be at the official sod turning for the reconstruction of the Mogo Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) building.

Mogo was hit hard by the 2019-20 bushfires, and tragically along with many buildings in the community, the Mogo LALC building was destroyed.

The construction of the new Mogo LALC building is supported by $2,078,769 in funding jointly supplied by the Federal and NSW State governments through the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund. Support from the Eurobodalla Shire Council, community fundraising and an insurance payout also supplemented the rebuild.

Fiona Phillips said today’s event was a real turning point for the rebirth of this community.

“I have been involved with the Mogo community for a long time, and I know how important the Mogo Local Aboriginal Land Council is for everyone in the region,” Fiona said.

The Mogo LALC plays a vital role for the local Aboriginal community in the town itself and across Broulee, Mossy Point, Batehaven, Malua Bay, Tomakin and the surrounding areas.

“I was so happy to help members of the Mogo LALC secure this funding, as well as an extension to cover the increased costs of rebuilding in this economic climate – I’d like to thank those staff and volunteers for all their work - projects like this simply can’t happen without your dedication,” Fiona said.

“Supporting the construction of a new building for the Mogo Aboriginal community was a top priority of mine, and it’s fantastic to be here today for the start of this project - I can’t wait to see it finished” Fiona said.

Dr. Michael Holland said today will be a significant milestone for the Mogo Local Aboriginal Land Council and the local community. This is a new and exciting chapter in their story.

“This rebuild will assist the Land Council to be able to continue to support and deliver sustainable services for better outcomes for the Aboriginal community, including social housing, health and wellbeing and community programs,” Dr. Holland said.

“I am committed to the ongoing support for our indigenous community to help them rebuild their lives after the devastation of the bushfires in partnership with the Federal and Local Governments,” said Dr. Holland.