Ceremony for Round 2 Community Financial Assistance Grants recipients

Published on 16 February 2024

Community Financial Assistance Grants Round 2 recipients

Nine community groups have received funding towards local projects, programs, and events through the second round of Narrabri Shire’s Community Financial Assistance Grants for 2023/24.

At an official ceremony and deed signing held yesterday in the Council Chambers, $42,460 was shared across the organisations.

Speaking after the ceremony, Narrabri Shire Mayor Darrell Tiemens congratulated the recipients and thanked them for their continued commitment to the Narrabri Shire community.

“It was with great pride that I announced the funding for each of these community groups and their members who continue to give so much to our local community,” he said.

“The funds have been provided to upgrade crucial infrastructure, support programs and community-wide events, which ultimately benefits all who live in Narrabri Shire, and those who visit our region.

“Council is proud to support our community groups and their committed volunteers, and I thank them for their ongoing dedication,” Mayor Tiemens added.

The Community Financial Assistance Grant program is based on funding rounds and Council provides up-front financial contributions to eligible groups for their activities.

Round 3 of the Community Financial Assistance Grants close 15 April 2024.

Applications can be found on Council’s website.

Round 2 Community Financial Assistance Grants recipients:

Baan Baa Community Hall Inc	$5,000 towards the upgrade of the water connection from the mains to Baan Baa Hall, as well as fire hose reel purchase and installation.
Lions Club of Boggabri – Drovers Campfire	$5,000 for sponsorship and promotional activities, and $1,500 for Narrabri Visitor Information packs for Boggabri Drovers Campfire 2024.
Country Education Foundation of the Namoi	$500 towards event costs for the 2024 Annual Presentation Night.
Narrabri and District Chamber of Commerce	Sponsorship of $4,000 towards costs associated with the 2023 Christmas Street Carnival.
Narrabri Volunteer Rescue Association Inc	Support of $5,000 for Snake Relocation Course.
Nurruby OOSH (Narrabri)	$5,000 towards the Bush Kids Tucker Time program.
Rotary Club of Narrabri	$5,390 towards the development of the markets and market fees from January 2024 to June 2025.
St Joseph’s Parent & Friends Association, Wee Waa	Support of $2,718.28 for a filtered, chilled water fountain for students.
Wean Amateur Picnic Race Club Inc	$8,352.23 towards the event costs for the 2024 Wean Amateur Picnic Races.