Residential Rebate Program
The $100 million Residential Rebate Program is part of the NSW Government's Climate Change Fund, established to help people make their homes more water and energy efficient. It provides rebates for rainwater tanks, climate-friendly hot water systems and waterefficient washing machines.
NSW rainwater tank rebate - until 30.6.2011
NSW hot water rebate - call DECC 1300 361 967
NSW washing machine rebate - open until 30.6.10
For more information on these rebates go to www.environment.nsw.gov.au

Round 2 of the FarmReady Industry Grants is NOW OPEN
FarmReady Industry Grants provide funding for eligible groups to undertake projects that help their members adapt to climate change.
Funding of up to $80,000 per financial year is available for projects which increase industry self reliance and preparedness to adapt to climate change.
You are eligible to apply for a FarmReady Industry Grant if you are one of the following:
• A group of primary producers that forms specifically to undertake an eligible project
• An established primary producer industry organisation/group at the local, regional and national level
• A natural resource management group at either a local, regional or national level.
To find out about eligible activities, how applications are assessed and the details of the program, please refer to the FarmReady Industry Grants guidelines.
Go to www.daff.gov.au or phone 1800 638 746

Small Grants for Small Rural Communities
Funded by the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal, this funds projects that have clear public benefit in small and remote communities. Projects may focus on environmental, health, community welfare or cultural activities.
Grants are up to $5000 each
Further details available at www.frrr.org.au

Farm Ready
Farm Ready Reimbursement Grants Primary producers and Indigenous land managers are able to claim up to $1500 each financial year to attend approved training courses, with funding also available to cover excess travel, accommodation and child care expenses. For more information please call the FarmReady Administrators on 1800 087 670 or go to www.farmready.gov.au

Environmental Restoration and Rehabilitation
Funds projects that reduce or prevent pollution and environmental degradation. Suitable projects focus on the protection, restoration and enhancement of the environment.
More information from www.environmentaltrust.nsw.gov.au

Junior Landcare Grants Program
The Junior Landcare Grants encompass:
• VISY Junior Landcare Recycling Grants,
• Australia Post Biodiversity Grants,
• Coles School Garden Grants
Visit www.juniorlandcare.com.au for further information and application forms.

Border Rivers Gwydir Catchment Management Authority
Funding for soil and land; river ecosystems; salinity; vegetation and biodiversity. Applications are invited all year around. If you would like more information or a copy of an application form, contact Frances Young or visit the CMA website:
http://www.brg.cma.nsw.gov.au

Mitre 10 Junior Landcare Grants
Four funding rounds per year. The Mitre 10 Junior Landcare Grants Program provides funds for schools and youth groups wishing to participate in environmental projects.
http://www.mitre10.com.au/landcare/grants.asp

Bundaberg Rum Bush Fund
Open all year around. Water quality projects to improve health of rivers and waterways.
http://www.bundabergrum.com.au/bush-fund/key-projects

Property management Planning
The Border Rivers-Gwydir CMA is in the process of organising Property Management Planning (PMP) courses. These courses focus on whole property planning and involve establishing goals and visions for human resources, financial resources, and natural resources on your property and also help you to evaluate your enterprises. If you are interested in PMP or would like more information contact Frances Young.

If you require more information on any source of funding and would like assistance in applying for funding, phone Frances Young on 0427 291 073.