Across regional NSW, local organisations are creating stronger, more connected communities with the help of new funding from Transgrid’s Community Partnerships Program. From upgrading community spaces to supporting education and safety initiatives, the latest round of grants is ensuring that regional towns have the resources they need to flourish.
Seventy not-for-profit groups have received funding for a wide range of projects, benefiting towns such as Wagga Wagga, Tumbarumba, Yass, Lithgow, Orange, and Deniliquin.
The funding supports a diverse range of initiatives, including a greenhouse for Tumbarumba High School to expand hands-on learning, a beauty and wellness program for Indigenous women in Wagga Wagga, and a sensory drama program in Orange for people with disabilities.
Safety projects are also a key focus, with Singleton’s Creeks Cricket Club securing a defibrillator to protect players and spectators during games.
Club Secretary Blake Cook said: “We are one of five remaining cricket clubs in the Singleton region with a family-friendly approach to club life.
“Cricket, being a sport played in summer, has its risk with heat exposure and sun stroke. We have had instances where an ambulance has had to be called for players suffering from heart-related issues.
“We are grateful for the funding and aim to provide a safer environment for junior and senior cricket to be played.”
Nannas Touch Community Connections in Lithgow will use their grant to install wicking beds at the community garden, improving accessibility and sustainability. Secretary Leanne Walding said the funding will help pilot a new approach to gardening in the area.
Deniliquin’s Edward River Arts Society will create a dedicated workshop space to bring artists, volunteers, and community members together. Vice-President Ginny Reid said the grant provides certainty for future programs and events.
Transgrid’s Executive General Manager of Stakeholder, Regulatory and Corporate Affairs, Maryanne Graham, said the program is designed to empower local communities.
“These not-for-profit groups are the lifeblood of their local communities, and we are proud to support initiatives that make a positive difference to the lives of local residents.
“This round of grants will fund facilities, equipment, services, events, programs and activities, helping to empower not-for-profit groups and volunteers and enrich the local communities they serve,” she said.
With funding now in place, these organisations are well positioned to deliver tangible benefits that will strengthen and connect communities for years to come.
