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.
Bush trips for better mental health
25 Jun 2025 – The Piriwa Hub has partnered with Enterprise Partnerships WA to run On-Country wellbeing trips after securing a $20,000 In a Good Place grant.
Building resilience in Tasmania’s local food systems
25 Jun 2025 – Supported by a $7,358 SRC grant, the Tasmanian Produce Collective installed a 1968-litre freezer to boost storage, reduce waste, and improve volunteer safety.
Using energy as a vehicle, Mycelia is catalysing community resilience
11 Jun 2025 – In 2023, Mycelia Renewables Ltd. initiated the Mycelia Energy Collective (MEC) pilot — a bold experiment in reclaiming energy as a Commons.
Castlemaine’s clinic for people and their pets
29 May 2025 – The Regional Community Vet Clinic was awarded a $50,000 SRC grant to establish Victoria’s first low-cost, volunteer-run veterinary clinic and outreach service
Digital inclusion in rural volunteering
29 May 2025 – With support from the Telstra’s Connected Communities Grant Program, Family Care implemented ‘Better Impact’ – a powerful volunteer management app.
Tasmanian youth lead mental health tour
29 May 2025 – Backed by a $10,000 Heywire Youth Innovation Grant, THEIRS Inc collaborated with young Tasmanians to lead a powerful mental health initiative.
Powering dreams and sustainability in Tenterfield
23 May 2025 – Container of Dreams Limited is helping vulnerable Tenterfield, NSW residents to access sustainable, off-grid power through a solar battery charging station.
Movement with meaning in remote NT
23 May 2025 – Tracks Dance Company and Miku Performing Arts delivered a year-long dance and cultural storytelling project, Wuyal – Sugarbag Man, with a $50,000 SRC grant.
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…
Orbost Exhibition Centre’s FRRR story
01 May 2025 – Orbost Exhibition Centre share their FRRR story.