• First round grants announced for Future Drought Fund’s Networks to Build Drought Resilience program. • $1.4 million investment for 33 grants awarded across Australia. • The program builds the skills and capacity of people and communities and delivers small-scale infrastructure. North East Victoria’s Ovens & Murray AgBiz Alliance (AgBiz Assist Limited) will receive more…
Kicking off on 16 October, more than 720 events that focus on veteran well-being are set to take place across the country for our biggest Veterans’ Health Week yet. The Australian Government has provided a record $540,000 in funding for Veterans’ Health Week, which will see activities continue until the end of November and deliver…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is providing a further $150,000 in funding for small-scale upgrades and new equipment that community groups in Bendigo need and deserve. Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme, giving local governing bodies and community groups an opportunity to nominate projects for grants of…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is providing a further $150,000 in funding for small-scale upgrades and new equipment that community groups in the electorate of McEwen need and deserve. Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme, giving local governing bodies and community groups an opportunity to nominate projects…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is providing a further $150,000 in funding for small-scale upgrades and new equipment that community groups in North East Victoria need and deserve. Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme, giving local governing bodies and community groups an opportunity to nominate projects for…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is providing a further $150,000 in funding for small-scale upgrades and new equipment that community groups in Ballarat need and deserve. Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme, giving local governing bodies and community groups an opportunity to nominate projects for grants of…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is helping to ensure agricultural shows in regional Victoria can see off COVID-19 and continue contributing to local communities in the post pandemic era. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia David Littleproud said another $25 million is being provided under the Supporting Agricultural Shows and Field Days and Supporting Showmen…
Three major industry bodies, which have been allies during the decade-long climate debate, have recently backflipped to support net-zero emissions by 2050. Interestingly, they have collectively recognised that the real impact of decarbonising our economy will be felt most acutely in regional Australia. The Business Council of Australia, National Farmers Federation and the Minerals Council…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is investing in the future of McEwen with $121,000 in funding for a local project under Round 5 of our highly successful Building Better Regions Fund. Nationals Senate Leader and Senator for Victoria, Bridget McKenzie said the Government’s investment will deliver better facilities and economic opportunities for the region. “The…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is investing in the future of Ballarat with $615,000 in funding for four local projects under Round 5 of our highly successful Building Better Regions Fund. Projects to receive funding include: Ballan Scout and Community Centre. Trentham Neighbourhood Centre community outdoor space. Say it with flowers. Development of a visitor…