News - Community stories

Meet Jo Kemp, Investing in Rural Community Futures VIC Program Manager

Community stories: 19 May 2025

Jo Kemp is now at the helm of FRRR's IRCF Victoria program, so we've taken the opportunity to ask her a few questions, so you can get to know her better.

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Grantham reclaims its roots and resilience

Community stories: 30 April 2025

Using an SRC grant, Grantham District Community Inc created The Grantham Storyboard - a powerful installation celebrating 183 years of the town’s history.

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A brighter future for Yackatoon residents

Community stories: 30 April 2025

Yackatoon Retirement Village is helping to ease Yackandandah's transition to clean energy through its Protecting Energy for Seniors project. 

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Linking stories in Broken Hill

Community stories: 30 April 2025

Youth in Broken Hill developed The Story Link Project - a powerful, youth-led initiative tackling discrimination through storytelling and art.

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Supporting mental health in Spring Bay

Community stories: 30 April 2025

The Spring Bay Suicide Prevention Network used a Small Networks Grant to build local mental health skills and strengthen drought resilience.

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A garden of support for veterans and first responders

Community stories: 26 March 2025

An IAGP grant funded a therapeutic garden in Wagga Wagga, supporting veterans and first responders with gardening, workshops, and cooking to boost wellbeing.

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GroWQ’s lifesaving first aid initiative

Community stories: 26 March 2025

GroWQ Association’s Rural First Aid Training empowered 188 participants across Central West QLD with lifesaving skills tailored to remote emergencies.

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Enhanced wellbeing for seniors on Christmas Island

Community stories: 26 March 2025

The Shire of Christmas Island is using an FRRR grant to deliver programs to local seniors, reducing isolation and improving their wellbeing.

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Building confidence through connection and collaboration

Community stories: 25 March 2025

Engagement in FRRR's IRCF Program supported Gemma to further develop leadership skills and form new connections.

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Growing a strong service for a vibrant community 

Community stories: 25 March 2025

Through IRCF, The Family Place was supported to develop a five-year strategic plan to equip the organisation for a planned period of growth.   

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