Under Round One of the 2025-26 Community Grants Program, community groups and not-for-profit organisations were invited to apply for up to $3000 in funding to help deliver projects that benefit the broader community.
Murray River Council Mayor John Harvie said the program continued to be a great way for council to support local initiatives and strengthen partnerships across the region.
“Our Community Grants Program helps community organisations bring ideas to life, from events and equipment upgrades to small infrastructure projects,” he said.
“It’s also a great avenue to build on the strong partnerships between council and our local committees, and we’re once again pleased to back some exciting community-led initiatives.”
Council received 12 applications under Round One, requesting a total of $32,240 in funding against an allocation of $30,000.
The assessment panel determined that all projects demonstrated strong merit and community benefit, recommending full funding for each application.
To accommodate this, council approved an additional $2240 to ensure all eligible projects received support. This amount will be offset against Round Two’s allocation, leaving $27,760 available for the next round of funding.
The next round of the Community Grants Program will open in December.
The following projects were awarded funding:
- Barham Inc: RiverSUNdaze — $3000
- Barham Koondrook & District PA&H Show Society: 2025 Annual Show — $3000
- Barham Koondrook Men’s Shed Incorporated: New technology for the Barham Koondrook Men’s Shed — $2073
- Barham Public School: Edgar Pickles picture story book — $2000
- Bunnaloo Hall and Recreation Reserve Committee: Replace broken commercial dishwasher in kitchen — $3000
- Kerang Group of Legacy: Christmas hampers for Legacy widows — $1900
- Koondrook Barham Baptist Church: Koondrook Barham Community Carols — $3000
- Mathoura Events Committee: IT package — $3000
- Mathoura Public School P and C Association: Kids cooking and gardening grant — $2799
- Moulamein Angling Club: Moulamein Go Fish Day — $2468
- Moulamein Community Gym Inc: Install air conditioner — $3000
- Moama Anglican Grammar: Bee Inspired Learning — $3000
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