AMTG has positive role in community rehabilitation

THE AMTG has given thousands of Iraqi people a further chance to improve their quality of life following completion of three vital civil military cooperation projects.

Defence Minister Robert Hill has announced the completion of a further three infrastructure projects achieved through the management and oversight of the AMTG.

“A total of 14 projects in Al Muthanna Province are being funded by the Australian Government to the tune of $2.25 million,” Senator Hill said.

“All projects are selected in consultation with the Al Muthanna Provincial Council and use local contract labour to provide further employment within the local community.

“Together, these projects provide a significant impact on the day-to-day lives of many thousands of ordinary Iraqis by providing them with essential services.”

The work of the AMTG has been growing in status in the region, with the familiar red kangaroo stencil placed at each project site – similar to that displayed on AMTG vehicles – being widely recognised as a mark of Australia’s positive role in the region.

In the village of Al Ryawasha, on the outskirts of As Samawah, a $31,000 projected funded the repair of electricity feeder lines and upgraded the transformers to provide the villagers with a more stable power supply.

In Ar Rumaythah a $37,000 project gives the community a public bus station with refurbished shelters, seats, shops, hard standing and toilet facilities. The town is a regional transport hub servicing the needs of more than 70,000 people.

At the Al Salman Community Centre the public have access to IT facilities including 10 computers, printers, scanners and cameras. The $83,500 project provides internet and IT access to help with children’s education and local business initiatives.