Seymour Telegraph

Bid for council funds

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The Strathbogi­e Shire Council has revamped its Community Grant Program this year, with new categories that split the funding into project-focused streams.

The grants program, which last year helped Nagambie Mechanics Hall to upgrade its floor, is now open for not-forprofit community groups, organisati­ons and clubs. Applicatio­ns are open until April 20.

Strathbogi­e Shire Mayor Amanda McClaren encouraged groups to consider their goals and coming projects and whether a grant might be beneficial.

‘‘Grants are a great opportunit­y for council to partner with local groups to deliver projects they are passionate about and that wouldn’t necessaril­y be achieved without financial support,’’ Cr McClaren said.

‘‘We are looking to support projects that promote community engagement and participat­ion, gender equality and inclusion and accessibil­ity.’’

The 2018 grants categories — up to $5000 each — include: Active and Healthy Communitie­s; Arts, Culture and Events; Environmen­t and Sustainabi­lity; and Facilities and Infrastruc­ture.

Informatio­n sessions will be held on March 29 at the Nagambie Regatta Centre from 2 pm to 4 pm, and at the Avenel Memorial Hall from 6 pm to 8 pm to discuss the guidelines associated with the newly developed grant categories, as well as an overview of the applicatio­n process.

For informatio­n about the grants program, visit

or phone customer service on 1800 063 993.

 ??  ?? — Amanda McClaren
— Amanda McClaren

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