News

Thanks for popping by. In this area of the site, we share news of the grants we have awarded, our new partnerships and share stories about our organisation. From time to time, you’ll also find articles and our thoughts on key issues facing remote, rural and regional communities.

You can use the categories to the right to explore particular topics, including how FRRR is supporting communities affected by the 2019/2020 bushfires.

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. 

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Broome CRC gets a technology boost

Community stories: 22 October 2024

The Broome Community Resource Centre received a Telstra Connected Communities grant to upgrade technology equipment so they could better serve the community.

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Paving the multicultural way for the Limestone Coast

Community stories: 22 October 2024

FRRR funds were used to help the newly established Limestone Coast Multicultural Network foster cross-cultural understanding in Naracoorte.

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Safe Space supports community connection in Castlemaine

Community stories: 22 October 2024

Through two IAGP grants, FRRR has helped support the establishment of Castlemaine Safe Space – a peer-supported community drop-in space.

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Cycling trails bring back tourists, encourage local recreation

Community stories: 22 October 2024

Cycle Tumbarumba have made a mountain bike trail network on Mason's Hill safer for local community members using an FRRR grant.

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Nutrien Ag Solutions delivers $250,000 into regional Australian communities

Media releases: 17 October 2024

FRRR and Nutrien Ag Solutions have awarded more than $250,000 to 59 regional NFPs for projects that will contribute to the success of their communities.

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Chicks in the Sticks are stronger together 

Community stories: 15 October 2024

‘Chicks in the Sticks’ events bring together local women to increase skills, knowledge and understanding of the risks posed by drought and climate change.

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CEO appointed to National Leadership Group

Media releases: 9 October 2024

FRRR's CEO, Natalie Egleton, has been appointed to the Department of Social Services' Stronger Places, Stronger People National Leadership Group.

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2023 Takeover Mildura Grant Recipients

Media releases (soft launch): 9 October 2024

With support from our long-time partner, The Sally Foundation, FRRR awarded $12,000 through three grants to not-for-profit community organisations in the Mildura region.

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Report finds good progress on strengthening social resilience in drought-prone areas

Media releases: 8 October 2024

FRRR and ARLF are pleased to release the mid-term evaluation report for the Helping Regional Communities Prepare for Drought Initiative.

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Recovery continues in regions impacted by Cyclones Jasper and Kirrily

Media releases: 1 October 2024

FRRR and Suncorp Group have awarded more than $215,000 to support the ongoing recovery efforts of QLD communities impacted by Cyclones Jasper and Kirrily.

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