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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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Partner Update – December 2024

Partner Update: 6 December 2024

This issue highlights the lasting impact of community-led recovery efforts following the Black Summer bushfires, with inspiring stories of resilience in our Black Summer Bushfires: Five Years On video playlist, and a report on the $26M in donations distributed. Plus we share updates on new appointments, advocacy efforts, conference participation, travel highlights, awards, and the opening of a new office.

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Three aerial images stylised in graphics with words overlayed over the top in a green box saying 'Lessons and impacts from the Investing in Rural Community Futures pilot

Report confirms NFPs far stronger five years on

Media releases: 5 December 2024

Significant impacts and lessons of a five-year pilot program aimed at building collective NFP sector capability revealed in FRRR report.

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Cover image of FRRR's Black Summer Bushfires Five years on Report

$19.3M delivered into regions still recovering from Black Summer bushfires

Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Media releases: 5 December 2024

FRRR's report, Black Summer Bushfires Five Years On reaffirms the need for disaster recovery funding for the medium to long-term.

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Insights from the bush – December 2024

Insights: 3 December 2024

The FRRR team shares insights into the issues that are currently impacting and inspiring remote, rural and regional communities.

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Cultural immersion strengthens community connection

Community stories: 28 November 2024

Walking Together in the Milton Ulladulla District used grant funds from FRRR for the ‘Together We Thrive’ project to organise attendance at the Giiyong Festival, the largest Aboriginal cultural festival on the southeast coast, near Pambula, NSW.

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Partnerships support outstanding recognition for Shoalhaven Women’s Resource Group

Community stories: 27 November 2024

An increase in partnerships between organisations and a decrease in working in silos has been a key feature of IRCF on the South Coast. Partnerships support has increased capacity and broader service delivery, and led to projects where NFPs are working with business groups to share skillsets and expertise.

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FRRR exploring potential investment in NFP sector in three VIC communities

Media releases: 20 November 2024

FRRR, is seeking three VIC communities to partner with to strengthen the capacity of local NFPs as part of the Investing in Rural Community Futures program.

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Shaping respect through The Betterment Project

Community stories: 20 November 2024

Funded by VFFF and FRRR's Backing the Future program, The Betterment Project inspires boys to embrace respect and equality, creating systemic change for youth.

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King Island community protect unique environment

Community stories: 20 November 2024

King Island Landcare Group developed a ‘Restoration Kit’ to restore and monitor the Island's natural vegetation using a $14,766 ANZ Seeds of Renewal grant.

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Community connection in Porongurup

Community stories: 20 November 2024

Thanks to a $9,961 S&V SRC grant, Porongurup locals participated in a community led, intercultural, intra-regional dance performance about climate action.

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