Western Australia
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.
Martu youth leading the way
10 Dec 2025 – K Farmer Dutjahn Foundation launched the Western Desert Youth Ranger program, boosting wellbeing and school attendance in Wiluna, WA.
Connecting community and culture with computers
30 Oct 2025 – The Harvey Aboriginal Corporation used an $8,419 Telstra’s Connected Communities grant to help create a digital education equipment hub for community use.
2025 Takeover Goldfields Grant Recipients
01 Sep 2025 – FRRR has awarded $34,000 in grants to bring to life four youth-led projects developed as part of the ABC Takeover Goldfields Youth Summit, in May 2025.
Workshop for entrepreneurial women in the Kimberley
25 Jun 2025 – With a $6,500 ANZ Seeds of Renewal grant, ODX delivered a workshop on digital literacy and entrepreneurial skills for 24 Indigenous women across the Kimberley.
Carnaby’s Black Cockatoos in Moora
17 Apr 2025 – Moore Catchment Council share how FRRR funds have supported their ‘wacky’ idea to boost tourism in Moora.
Tech upgrades for Moore Catchment Council
11 Apr 2025 – Moore Catchment Council share how new laptops and a video camera have supported their operations and impact in community.
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.
Healthy ears for kids in remote WA
26 Mar 2024 – A project supported through FRRR’s SRC Small & Vital program, funded by Sidney Myer Fund.
Fremantle Foundation enabling local impact
21 Nov 2023 – Fremantle Fdn partners with FRRR through a Community Foundation Account to support community groups conducting charitable activities in rural & regional WA.
Active Farmers raise awareness for mental and physical health in WA
29 Mar 2023 – Active Farmers used a $6,340 Strengthening Rural Communities grant to support their one-day event, the Active Farmers Games, that raises awareness of physical and mental health.