Telstra's Connected Communities
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.
Grants available to power digital solutions
20 Feb 2025 – Telstra’s Connected Communities Grant Program is now open, with grants available to empower rural communities to embrace new technologies and digital solutions.
Rural communities awarded more than $210,000 to stay connected
19 Jun 2023 – FRRR has awarded more than $200,000 in Telstra’s Connected Communities Grant Program grants to 30 NFPs for projects to help their communities stay connected.
New grants available to keep rural communities connected
01 Mar 2023 – Grants of up to $10,000 are available through the first round of Telstra’s Connected Communities Grant Program.
New partnership with Telstra to connect communities
02 Feb 2023 – FRRR today welcomed a new $600,000 partnership with Telstra, which will see Telstra’s Connected Communities Grant Program launch in March 2023.