This project will improve sustainable water resources at the school including installing a new rainwater tank, replacing the existing irrigation pump and creating a student-safe place in the existing indigenous garden.
Community grant
Friends of the Organ Pipes
Growling Grass Frog monitoring at the Organ Pipes National Park, $2,600
This project will collect data from audio recorders placed in the park and use it to identify actions to protect and increase the population of Growling Grass Frogs (listed as vulnerable in Victoria) and other frog species in the park.
Community grant
Empowered Women in Trades
Career Pipeline – just add water! $20,000
The Career Pipeline project will deliver a range of initiatives, including interactive educational programs and career expos to showcase careers in trades. Empowered Women in Trades’ mission is to see 30 per cent of on-the-tool trade roles filled by women and non-binary people by 2030.
Community grant
Werribee River Association
Platypus Watch – Putting Perridak Back on Track. Citizen Science Project, $19,313
This project seeks to collaborate with research professionals, citizen scientists, community and environmental partners to research water quality in urban and non-urban areas. The research will then be used to build a case for protecting the declining platypus population in the Werribee River.
Community grant
North Melbourne Language and Learning
Pantry@3051, $19,846
This program aims to assist community members in need of food and supplies by providing 24-hour access to a fully stocked pantry. Located at the North Melbourne public housing estate, the food pantry is accessible to all community members. It will be regularly stocked by volunteers with food supplies from Foodbank Victoria and will also be set up to receive donations.
Local community sponsorship
Christmas at The Lakes
$5,000
This Christmas event aims to welcome new residents and foster inclusion and connection in one of the country’s fastest growing regions.
Local community sponsorship
Bakehouse Studios
Celebrating Accessibility, $5,000
An 'All Ages Open Day' to celebrate and platform local musicians and artists with a disability. The event comes after a period of major construction works to install a lift and accessible bathrooms.
Local community sponsorship
Essendon Canoe Club
Come and Try, $5,000
This event promotes canoeing on the Maribyrnong River as a great way of staying healthy and active. It will showcase Essendon Canoe Club’s all-access facility, allowing diverse groups to participate.