Articles tagged: Grants
Grassroots initiatives benefit from program
Colac and district not-for-profit organisations seeking to strengthen their social resilience and drought preparedness can now apply to the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal.
Boost for community projects
Colac Otway schools, clubs, events and organisations have shared in a funding boost from ACCIONA Energía’s 2026 Mount Gellibrand Wind Farm Small Grants Program.
Crews can apply in grant program
The State Government is encouraging Colac and district emergency service crews to apply for the newest grant round of the Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program.
Carlisle’s exciting year ahead
Carlisle River Primary might be small in numbers, but the school has big dreams for 2026 following recent funding boosts.
Revegetation grants help deliver native results
Landholders in the Heytesbury district can improve their properties and help the environment with the next wave of a high demand program.
More grants to support emergency service crews
Victoria’s emergency services have received a further funding boost through a new grant round.
Biosecurity boosted
Livestock industries across south-west Victoria are set to receive a significant biosecurity boost.
Farmer event grants open
Community groups across Victoria can now apply for grants up to $5000 to organise events that support farmer mental health, wellbeing and social connection in regional areas.
Applications closing soon for Corangamite grants
Corangamite Shire is encouraging people to apply for the grants while there is still time.
Farmer grants will help green up shire
Farmers and Landcare groups will be able to apply for a Colac Otway Shire Council grant to undertake environmental initiatives including tree planting.
Corangamite grants open
Applications for Corangamite Shire’s grants have opened, with five funding programs for events, festivals, recreation programs, equipment and community projects.
Funds for furry friend homing
The State Government has announced $1.27 million to provide vital rehoming services for cats and dogs.
Days left to apply for council grants
Community groups, businesses and sporting clubs have two days left to apply for council grants to deliver projects for the district, like the Colac Woodcrafters Guild’s new router table.
Farm proposal seeks grant
A regenerative farm in Colac would blossom with fresh fruits and vegetables, providing opportunities for the community to enjoy affordable fresh produce, learn farming skills and foster connection, a grant submission says.
Grants open for shire groups
Colac Otway community groups, sports clubs and businesses are encouraged to apply for grants for projects that will benefit the community.
Upgrades a good look for Cororooke
Cororooke Hall’s committee hope a recent power upgrade will help boost venue use for the community.
Rural grants for lunches and lawn
A $2500 Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal program grant for Colac Otway Residents Action Group will help ensure vulnerable children do not go hungry at school.
Elliminyt pavilion’s potential upgrade
Upgrading Elliminyt Recreation Reserve’s crumbling pavilion could boost off-field community use and help attract housing in Colac, a report says.
Councillors slam lighting process
Colac Otway Shire councillors say being asked to support a funding application for Colac’s Lake Oval lighting before considering community feedback was “backwards” and “confusing”.
NEWS IN BRIEF
Trout stocking, a local history group grant, the introduction of a new holiday levy and more in this week's news in brief.
Community grant recipients celebrate
Dozens of grant recipients have gathered in Colac to network and celebrate successful projects.
Big boost for region from community grants
Colac and district community causes are sharing in grants to hep people in need and boost community facilities.
Acciona lends a helping hand
Birregurra Recreation Reserve will use $6000 for an upcoming fundraiser hosting Gillon McLachlan, Ross Stevenson and Lehmo, after being among 33 Colac district community groups to receive the latest grants from Acciona Energia.
Plans in place for flood events
Interactive flood mapping and the latest data will help Corangamite Shire Council better prepare for flood emergencies and protect the community.
