engagement
You can use the categories to the right to explore particular topics. You’ll also find inspiring stories about some of the wonderful things community groups do with that funding. We also share a selection of media stories, where FRRR or a member of our staff has been featured. For any media enquiries, email Julie Weldon or call 0423 110 802.
Eurobodalla’s Community Support Network: a model for collaboration and capacity building
14 Jan 2026 – ECSN’s journey demonstrates the power of collaboration and the impact of sustained investment in community-led networks.
Social Impact in the Regions 2025 – Grafton NSW
17 Nov 2025 – Changemakers and leaders from several IRCF communities attended the 2025 Social Impact in the Regions conference in Grafton
South Shoalhaven Community Expo celebrates, strengthens and connects
17 Sep 2025 – The fourth annual South Shoalhaven Community Expo, held earlier this month in Ulladulla, continued its evolution into a vibrant platform for connection, collaboration and community-led recovery.
Building resilience: California and Australia share lessons in community recovery efforts
11 Jul 2025 – There is always much to be learnt by sharing experiences of similar events, especially when it comes to disaster recovery. Recently, representatives from California and Australia connected to discuss how…
Enhanced wellbeing for seniors on Christmas Island
26 Mar 2025 – The Shire of Christmas Island is using an FRRR grant to deliver programs to local seniors, reducing isolation and improving their wellbeing.
Connecting the Southern Shoalhaven community
18 Sep 2023 – Community Connect Southern Shoalhaven was set up as a vehicle to coordinate activities and deliver on community-identified roadmap priorities.