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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.
Small town bonanza helps build a brighter future
30 Jul 2025 – With a $9,988 SRC grant, the Theodore Early Childhood Centre Association delivered a family-friendly Bonanza to connect locals and raise future funding.
Backing changemakers to transform the future for young rural Queenslanders
29 Jul 2025 – Ten inspiring changemakers are sharing $500,000 in Backing the Future grants to enhance the lives of young people in rural QLD.
Monto Magic Tourism Action Group Inc
25 Jun 2025 – Monto Magic Tourism Group Inc share their FRRR story.
Grantham reclaims its roots and resilience
30 Apr 2025 – Using an SRC grant, Grantham District Community Inc created The Grantham Storyboard – a powerful installation celebrating 183 years of the town’s history.
What makes disasters in remote areas different?
17 Apr 2025 – FRRR’s Disaster Resilience & Recovery Lead, Nina O’Brien, discusses the challenges that remote communities face when recovering from disasters.
FRRR expands Disaster Recovery Appeal
08 Apr 2025 – FRRR has expanded its call-out for donations to meet the recovery needs of remote, rural and regional communities affected by recent severe weather events.
Backing the Future for rural youth in QLD
20 Jan 2025 – Backing the Future is now open in QLD, with grants of $50,000 available to individuals to develop ideas that enhance the lives of young people in rural QLD.
Building community connectedness in Kowanyama
27 Aug 2024 – Out There Kowanyama received a $10,000 SRC grant to install a new communal fire pit, picnic table and shelter to provide a community gathering space.
Grants available for cyclone-affected regional Queensland communities
11 Jun 2024 – Grants are available for regional Queensland communities impacted by Cyclones Jasper and Kirrily to support ongoing resilience building and recovery efforts.
Supporter Spotlight: Hand Heart Pocket
13 Dec 2023 – Jillian Kirwan-Lee, FRRR Partnerships Specialist, recently chatted with Sara Parrott, CEO Hand Heart Pocket, to talk about their partnership and driving climate solutions at a community level.