Community groups in North Central Victoria interested in enhancing or protecting the natural environment have until Monday 10 October to apply for funding courtesy of the Victorian Government’s 25th Anniversary Landcare Grants.

Mr Damian Wells, CEO, North Central Catchment Management Authority (CMA) said the CMA is accepting applications and providing funding on behalf of the Victorian Government. 

“To celebrate the 25^th Anniversary of Landcare, the Victorian Government has announced $60,000 of funding to assist local community groups.  The North Central CMA is grateful for the funding and we certainly recognise the terrific work of the many Landcare volunteers in our region.” 

North Central CMA’s Regional Landcare Coordinator Ms Jodie Odgers said the grants will encourage groups to bring members of their community together to celebrate their achievements and provide an opportunity to talk to others who may be interested in becoming involved with Landcare. 

“The grants of $1,000 - $5,000 (ex GST) are for groups to hold events and undertake on-ground activities that will benefit the health of the region's land, water and biodiversity - a mandatory component of the funding.”

Guidelines together with the application form are available on the North Central CMA’s website www.nccma.vic.gov.au

For further information on the 25^th Anniversary Landcare Grants, contact the North Central CMA on (03) 5448 7124.  Ms Jodie Odgers will also be available at the North Central CMA’s Huntly office by appointment.

For further information please contact: 

Communications Officer, North Central CMA
PO Box 18, Huntly VIC 3551
t: 03 5448 7124
e: info@nccma.vic.gov.au