Community grants & volunteering support
6 initiatives across 2 years
Delivery record
4 of 6
past initiatives completed · 1 on track, not yet complete
2024–251 initiative · 0 finished on time
1.2.2 Community BushcareQ4 · On Track · Annual programme for all Volunteer Bushcare groups successfully delivered.
2023–241 initiative · 1 finished on time
1.2.2 Community BushcareQ4 · Completed · Program successfully delivered and expanded with an additional two groups joining the program. Current program has 21 groups with over 250 active volunteers that contributed over $200K in-kind labour hours. Professional support from Council is currently 2.0FTE with additional contractor support to ensure all groups have engagement from Council on all projects. Council support includes co-development of annual work plans.
2024–251 initiative · 1 finished on time
2.6.2 Community GrantsQ4 · Completed
2023–243 initiatives · 2 finished on time
2.6.1 Community Grants · ended the year with minor disruption
Grants review will align with the Community Purpose Land and Infrastructure Tenure Policy. Community Tenure Policy expected to be workshopped with councillors in May. The outcome of the Community Grants Program and Policy could vary depending on the feedback received during the review of the Tenure Policy. Note-relisted in the new 24/25 Operational Plan
2.6.2 Volunteer workshopsQ4 · Completed · A wide variety of free and low-cost workshops offered to our community from mental health first aid courses through to strategic planning workshops
2.6.4 Support community-led programsQ4 · Completed · Cultural Development Services and Communications Connections, through the RADF Program and Community Grants Program, have supported numerous initiatives and projects throughout the year. Cultural and Community Development Officers have provided support to the community, arts and cultural sector through the Grow Your Arts initiative and a 12-month calendar of volunteer initiatives.