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Welcome to our news hub, where stories of impact, innovation and community come to life. You'll find updates on grants we have awarded, new partnerships we have formed and reflections on the challenges and triumphs of remote, rural and regional Australia. Dive into the categories on the right to explore what’s happening across the country and discover how local groups are making a difference. 

Check out our media releases for official updates, insights for expert commentary, community stories that celebrate local changemakers and recovery & resilience stories that highlight strength in the face of disaster. 

For any media enquiries, email Julie Weldon or call 0423 110 802. 

FRRR appoints new Outback Advisory Board

14 Aug 2025 – FRRR has appointed eight community representatives with deep expertise in remote and very remote Australia to form its Outback Advisory Board.

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Community-led model is key to long-term recovery and disaster resilience

07 Aug 2025 – A new report by FRRR, in partnership with University of Sydney, shares the community resilience building insights most relevant to the three DR:FR VIC community partners.

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Time to strike a good deal for communities hosting renewables

04 Aug 2025 – FRRR and Projects JSA, have authored a new report that draws on insights from leaders in regions with significant renewable energy investments around Australia.

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Sunday Sessions supporting mental health

30 Jul 2025 – Thanks to a $12,260 In a Good Place grant, Sunday Sessions have become a powerful way for families to open up about mental health in South Australia.

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Small town bonanza helps build a brighter future

30 Jul 2025 – With a $9,988 SRC grant, the Theodore Early Childhood Centre Association delivered a family-friendly Bonanza to connect locals and raise future funding.  

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Investing in women rangers for a stronger NT

30 Jul 2025 – A $50,000 Small Networks Grant supported 50 remote Indigenous women to attend the fifth annual Strong Women for Healthy Country Forum on Larrakia Country, NT.

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United in uniform at Nathalia’s spring show

30 Jul 2025 – A Nutrien Ag Solutions Grant funded sun-smart uniforms for Nathalia Show volunteers, boosting visibility and impact at their annual spring show.

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Backing changemakers to transform the future for young rural Queenslanders

29 Jul 2025 – Ten inspiring changemakers are sharing $500,000 in Backing the Future grants to enhance the lives of young people in rural QLD.

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Carolyn Ardler reflects on three years at FRRR

11 Jul 2025 – As Investing in Rural Community Futures (IRCF) Program Manager for the South Coast, Carolyn Ardler has applied her enormous passion for community-driven capacity building and development to her role.

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Online meeting between Californian and Australian groups working in disaster recovery

Building resilience: California and Australia share lessons in community recovery efforts

11 Jul 2025 – There is always much to be learnt by sharing experiences of similar events, especially when it comes to disaster recovery. Recently, representatives from California and Australia connected to discuss how…

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