Member for Cootamundra Katrina Hodgkinson has announced the State government will invest a total of $174,344 for five projects at public reserves in the Bland, Weddin and Cowra region under the Public Reserves Management Fund Program (PRMF).

"I am pleased to announce these projects which are for some of our most valued public spaces right across the electorate," Ms Hodgkinson said.

"This funding is for maintenance works and general upgrades to look after our local Trust buildings and reserves."

Ms Hodgkinson said five projects in the Bland, Weddin and Cowra region under the 2016/17 PRMF include:

*  $50,000 for repairs of the Weethalle Public Hall,

*  $43,879 for repairs of the arena and cattle yards at the Wattamondara recreational ground,

*  $46,151 for renovations of the 35 stall stables at the Cowra Showground,

* $29,887 for the connection of electricity to the Bland Recreation Reserve at Quandialla, and

* $4,427 for the control of noxious weeds at the Barmedman Recreation Reserve

Ms Hodgkinson said there are a total of 22 successful projects throughout the electorate including a $600,000 upgrade of the grandstand at the Young Showground.

"This program is yet another example of the State government's commitment to the cultural, sporting, economic and recreational life of communities across our New South Wales." Ms Hodgkinson said.