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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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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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Empowering young farmers on South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula

Community stories: 15 November 2024

AIR EP used a $60,000 CIP grant to run four field events for young farmers around local leadership, drought preparedness, and community sustainability.

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ANZ Seeds of Renewal grants $250,000 to rural and regional communities

Media releases: 12 November 2024

FRRR and ANZ have awarded $250,000 in grants to 22 community groups through the ANZ Seeds of Renewal program.

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More than $1M in grants set to strengthen rural Australia

Media releases: 7 November 2024

FRRR has awarded more than $1M to 103 NFPs in remote, rural and regional places across Australia, through the Strengthening Rural Communities program.

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