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.
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.
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.
Tech upgrades for Moore Catchment Council
11 Apr 2025 – Moore Catchment Council share how new laptops and a video camera have supported their operations and impact in community.
Waminda South Coast Women’s Health & Wellbeing Aboriginal Corporation’s FRRR story
31 Mar 2025 – Waminda South Coast Women’s Health & Wellbeing Aboriginal Corporation share their FRRR story.
A garden of support for veterans and first responders
26 Mar 2025 – An IAGP grant funded a therapeutic garden in Wagga Wagga, supporting veterans and first responders with gardening, workshops, and cooking to boost wellbeing.
GroWQ’s lifesaving first aid initiative
26 Mar 2025 – GroWQ Association’s Rural First Aid Training empowered 188 participants across Central West QLD with lifesaving skills tailored to remote emergencies.
Enhanced wellbeing for seniors on Christmas Island
26 Mar 2025 – The Shire of Christmas Island is using an FRRR grant to deliver programs to local seniors, reducing isolation and improving their wellbeing.