The Australian Government is continuing to support regions doing it tough, with over $1 million being shared among 27 community-based projects under the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal’s award-winning Tackling Tough Times Together program.
Many regional and rural communities continue to address the devastating impacts of drought and require support to deliver projects which will reduce social isolation, develop leadership skills, address disadvantage and stimulate local economic recovery.
Even though some parts of the country have received significant rainfall, the impacts of the extended dry periods and prolonged rainfall shortages are still prevalent and problematic.
Coupled with the additional stress and challenges caused by COVID-19, and the ongoing effects from last year’s bushfires, it makes our $15 million investment since all the more vital.
Latest funding was for several towns such as Roma, Jamestown, Moora and Moulamein, offering support during these difficult financial and stressful times, and a number of successful projects will enhance community wellbeing and strengthen the local economy.
This includes providing a piano for the local choir and wider community in Kempsey NSW, installing children’s play equipment in Texas QLD and undertaking building repairs at Milang Museum SA.
Applications for the next round of the Tackling Tough Times Together program are currently open and any drought-affected areas across remote, rural and regional Australia can apply.
More information on the Tackling Tough Times Together program and the latest round of recipients can be found on the Foundation’s website at https://frrr.org.au/TTTT or by visiting the Australian Government Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications website at www.regional.gov.au/regional/programs.
