Media Releases
We issue media releases to share our official announcements - from new funding rounds and partnerships, to major milestones and media moments. If you're looking for the latest from FRRR, this is the place to start.
For any media enquiries, email Julie Weldon or call 0423 110 802.
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.
CEO appointed to National Leadership Group
09 Oct 2024 – FRRR’s CEO, Natalie Egleton, has been appointed to the Department of Social Services’ Stronger Places, Stronger People National Leadership Group.
2023 Takeover Mildura Grant Recipients
09 Oct 2024 – With support from our long-time partner, The Sally Foundation, FRRR awarded $12,000 through three grants to not-for-profit community organisations in the Mildura region.
Report finds good progress on strengthening social resilience in drought-prone areas
08 Oct 2024 – FRRR and ARLF are pleased to release the mid-term evaluation report for the Helping Regional Communities Prepare for Drought Initiative.
Recovery continues in regions impacted by Cyclones Jasper and Kirrily
01 Oct 2024 – FRRR and Suncorp Group have awarded more than $215,000 to support the ongoing recovery efforts of QLD communities impacted by Cyclones Jasper and Kirrily.
Local leaders share stories of how they tackled tough times together
12 Sep 2024 – FRRR’s new Tackling Tough Times Together podcast series includes stories shared by local leaders from communities that have been impacted by drought.
FRRR grants to bring youth-focussed projects to life
10 Sep 2024 – FRRR announced that 19 community organisations will share more than $157,766 from the FRRR ABC Heywire Youth Innovation Grants program.
Grant helps Rochester plan for building back better
05 Sep 2024 – FRRR has awarded a $25,000 grant to Rochester Senior Citizens Club Inc to support local disaster preparedness and the community’s ongoing flood recovery.
2024 Sally Foundation Trailblazers Development Fund grants awarded
27 Aug 2024 – In partnership with the Sally Foundation and the ABC, FRRR awarded $40,000 in grants to eight youth-led community projects as part of the Trailblazers program.
Report confirms that in-drought support for NFPs is critical to sustainability and recovery
26 Aug 2024 – FRRR’s TTTT impact report highlights the program outcomes and makes recommendations on effective in-drought support.
Grassroots groups share $730,000 to improve liveability of remote, rural and regional places
13 Aug 2024 – Seventy-nine community groups across remote, rural and regional Australia are sharing more than $730,000 in grants, thanks to FRRR’s flagship SRC program.