Grants in action
With the help of funding from MTCF, Murrindindi’s local radio station. UGFM, purchased a Ford transit van to fit out as a mobile studio (outdoor broadcast vehicle) to support, strengthen and promote community events and activities across the Shire. UGFM is a volunteer based community organisation and is a designated emergency services broadcaster. The outdoor […]
The upgrade of the only recreational facilities in Acheron was this project’s objectives. The recreation areas that were developed at the Acheron Mechanics Institute hall, included the installation of a safety fence around the sport courts, the erection of a viewing and storage shelter, the installation of a basketball ring and landscaping. The upgraded facilities […]
Within this project assistance was given to members of the Creative Triangle to attend a workshop to advance their skills. The Creative Triangle was formed in the aftermath of the 2009 bushfires to create a space where women could gather and connect and share their recovery journeys. Creative connections contribute to the confidence and the […]
Girlink is a transition program for Grade 6 girls from the Cathedral Cluster of primary schools in Alexandra, Marysville, Buxton and Eildon. The program was a two-day residential camp facilitated by staff and Year 11 students from the Alexandra Secondary College. The aim of the camp was to build social bonds and resilience in the […]
This project supported the students of Alexandra Secondary School by providing an on site counsellor. A counsellor worked with students and their families to improve their mental health and day-to-day functioning. By helping young people to develop positive mental health their learning outcomes and contributions to community capacity and personal resilience are improved. Increasing the […]
The aim of this project is to increase the fitness and stamina of the participants in the Toolangi Castella District Community House fitness group. Physical fitness is associated with lowered stress levels, improved mood and reduced anxiety leading to improved resilience in both the mental and physical well-being of people. Attendance in the class encourages […]
Funds from the MTCF assisted the Alexandra Football and Netball Club (AFNC) to tell their story, in order to attract funds to help construct a multipurpose community facility at the recreation reserve. The recreation reserve was the main staging area for fire fighters during the 2009 fires and the facilities are in a poor state. […]
The overall aim of the Rivers and Ranges Community Leadership Program (RRCLP) is to increase the capacity and resilience of communities by strengthening local leadership. The funding from the MTCF provided the assistance to support two individuals from Murrindindi Shire to attend the RRCLP program. The program develops community leadership capacity by providing opportunities for […]