Community Stories
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.
Celebrating rural women in Central Australia’s Arid Lands
22 Jan 2025 – The Red Centre Rural Ladies Day, held in Alice Springs, fostered connections among agricultural workers in Central Australia’s isolated Arid Lands.
Upcycling workshops in the Upper Yarra region
22 Jan 2025 – Cire Services has taken a significant step towards fostering sustainability and empowering women in the Upper Yarra region of Victoria using an FRRR grant.
Facilitators farewelled as South Coast IRCF program culminates
19 Dec 2024 – As the Investing in Rural Community Futures program culminates in the South Coast communities, one of the biggest impacts has been the growth in the people that have delivered the…
Community-led wellbeing project gains momentum
19 Dec 2024 – The Bega Valley Data Collective had support through the Investing in Rural Community Futures program to develop a community-led wellbeing framework aimed at empowering the community to thrive.
Omeo Community Hall & Hub Committee’s FRRR story
17 Dec 2024 – Omeo Community Hall and Hub Committee of Management Inc. tell their story of FRRR impact.
Mental health in the Mallee
16 Dec 2024 – The small farming community of Pinnaroo in the Mallee region of SA is tackling the health and wellbeing of local residents head on, using a $20,000 IAGP grant.
Amplifying young voices in Bay & Basin
16 Dec 2024 – An IRCF grant helped create lasting change for youth when Uniting – Firefly Bay & Basin partnered with Sanctuary Point Community Pride Inc.
Cultural immersion strengthens community connection
28 Nov 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…
Partnerships support outstanding recognition for Shoalhaven Women’s Resource Group
27 Nov 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…
Shaping respect through The Betterment Project
20 Nov 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.