Council said the grants aim to support and empower local community organisations and groups in their valuable work to enhance the quality of life for residents throughout the region.
The programs provide financial assistance to a diverse range of projects and initiatives that contribute to the social, cultural, environmental, and economic development of the Campaspe community.
Grants awarded include:
Community Event Sponsorship:
Council provided approximately $18,000 of financial support for upcoming community events across the shire, including:
• Victorian Clay Target Association Inc. to assist with hosting the State Down the Line Carnival on November 9-12.
• Rochester Agriculture and Pastoral Society Inc. to go towards costs associated with hosting the Great Northern Show on February 23-24, 2024.
• Veterans Cricket Victoria Inc. to assist with hosting the Annual Over 60’s Cricket Carnival from March 17-21, 2024.
• Echuca Moama Triathlon Club Inc. to go towards hosting the 25th Multi Sport Weekend on January 20-21, 2024.
• Embrace Church Inc. to go towards hosting the Tongala Carols by Candlelight at the Soundshell on December 9, 2023.
Junior Development Grants Program:
Council provided approximately $1,000 of financial support for under 18s to assist with personal development and growth, recipients include:
• Nate Smith to go towards participating in the Little Athletics Victoria – New Zealand Development Tour, including the Colgate Games from January 3-10, 2024.
For more information about Campaspe Shire’s Community Grants Programs, please visit www.campaspe.vic.gov.au or contact them on 1300 666 535.
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