News
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.
Meet Jo Kemp, Investing in Rural Community Futures VIC Program Manager
19 May 2025 – Jo Kemp is now at the helm of FRRR’s IRCF Victoria program, so we’ve taken the opportunity to ask her a few questions, so you can get to know her…
$450,000 to foster youth futures in rural NSW
16 May 2025 – FRRR and VFFF have awarded 10 individuals each a $50,000 grant for initiatives that will enhance the lives of young people in remote, rural and regional NSW.
Orbost Exhibition Centre’s FRRR story
01 May 2025 – Orbost Exhibition Centre share their FRRR story.
Funds available for rural climate solutions
01 May 2025 – Not-for-profits in remote, rural and regional communities can now apply for funding to support projects that address climate change at a local level.
Grantham reclaims its roots and resilience
30 Apr 2025 – Using an SRC grant, Grantham District Community Inc created The Grantham Storyboard – a powerful installation celebrating 183 years of the town’s history.
A brighter future for Yackatoon residents
30 Apr 2025 – Yackatoon Retirement Village is helping to ease Yackandandah’s transition to clean energy through its Protecting Energy for Seniors project.
Linking stories in Broken Hill
30 Apr 2025 – Youth in Broken Hill developed The Story Link Project – a powerful, youth-led initiative tackling discrimination through storytelling and art.
Supporting mental health in Spring Bay
30 Apr 2025 – The Spring Bay Suicide Prevention Network used a Small Networks Grant to build local mental health skills and strengthen drought resilience.
What makes disasters in remote areas different?
17 Apr 2025 – FRRR’s Disaster Resilience & Recovery Lead, Nina O’Brien, discusses the challenges that remote communities face when recovering from disasters.
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.
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